Rights groups, lawmakers urge EU to cancel talks with Taliban
The letter warns that hosting Taliban representatives would grant legitimacy to a regime accused of systematic human rights abuses....
UN expert urges EU not to deport Afghans, citing risk of torture
Bennett said the principle of non-refoulement allows no exceptions and warned that diplomatic assurances from Taliban cannot eliminate the risk of abuse....
Taliban raid Tamadon TV headquarters in Kabul
The broadcaster said its operations could be suspended following the raid, the latest move against independent media under Taliban rule....
Female doctor killed in Nangarhar, sources say
The killing of a physician in eastern Afghanistan comes amid continuing concerns about security and violence against professionals in the country....
Belgium issues one-day visas to Taliban delegation: Report
The meeting in Brussels would mark the first known visit by Taliban representatives to EU institutions since their return to power in 2021....
Germany to accept six more Taliban diplomats: Report
Berlin has reportedly agreed to expand the Taliban's diplomatic presence in Germany as part of efforts to increase deportation flights to Afghanistan....
Bennett says Taliban talks in Brussels would ‘insult’ Afghans
The UN special rapporteur backed concerns over new EU deportation rules and warned against returning Afghans to unsafe conditions....
Afghan laborers find work less than two days a week, report says
WFP report says that despite stable food supplies and easing inflation, weak job opportunities continue to strain household incomes across Afghanistan....