Blast reported in west of Kabul; at least two civilians killed
The blast happened at a boxing gym in Dasht-e-Barchi area in Kabul....
Education activist Matiullah Wesa released from Taliban custody
The Taliban had apprehended Wesa late in March, and subsequently, they linked his arrest to a series of gatherings he had organized to promote girls' education....
Afghanistan ranks lowest on global women’s status index
Denmark stands atop the 2023 rankings as the best country for women, scoring over three times higher than Afghanistan...
Qatar’s emir urges international community to restrain Israeli actions in Gaza
This speech marked his first public comment since Qatar initiated mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas....
Afghanistan secures first-ever ODI cricket victory against Pakistan
This win marks Afghanistan's inaugural triumph in a One Day International (ODI) match against Pakistan....
UNAMA report exposes alarming human rights issues in Afghanistan
The report emphasizes the ongoing human rights challenges in Afghanistan and the need for sustained efforts to address these issues....
Herat earthquakes: Over 21,500 residences demolished, new UN figures reveal
According to the statistics, approximately 21,500 residences have been demolished in the wake of the recent earthquakes....
Amu 8pm News 19 October 2023
Those who survived are currently seeking refuge in tents adjacent to the remnants of their homes, WFP said....