Afghan women, girls face progressive erasure from almost all walks of life: Otunbayeva
She urged the Taliban to reconsider the ban, stressing that it denies Afghans access to a functioning healthcare system....
EU envoy criticizes Taliban’s lack of plans to reverse ban on female education
Despite his concerns, Niklasson emphasized the importance of engagement with Afghanistan....
Mohammad Nabi becomes first Afghan cricketer to play 300 international matches
Nabi said in a video released by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), “I am happy that I have played 300 international matches for my country. I am proud of i...
Blinken condemns ‘discriminatory edicts’ of Taliban on women’s rights
“We resolutely support Afghan women and girls,” Blinken wrote....
Taliban revoke licenses of 11 higher education institutions
Since the Taliban’s return to power in August 2021, Afghanistan’s education sector has faced immense challenges....
Women artists fuel resistance against Taliban, Human Rights Watch says
“They share their artwork and messages of solidarity and hope,” the report stated, adding that the artists aim to inspire girls and women who have been sile...
Blinken to testify on Afghanistan withdrawal amid GOP criticism
The Afghanistan withdrawal became a major issue during the 2024 presidential race between Mr. Trump and Vice President Kamala D. Harris....
Salang Pass closed to trucks, large vehicles for two weeks
The Salang Pass is a vital transportation hub linking Kabul with nine provinces in the north and northeast....