Trump names Afghanistan among world’s major drug producers, traffickers
Trump identified 23 nations as either major drug-producing or transit countries, including Afghanistan....
On International Day of Democracy, Afghans say rights erased under Taliban rule
“Democracy derives its power from the people — from their voices, choices and participation,” Guterres said in a statement....
US delegation pressed Taliban on release of Mahmood Shah Habibi, family says
Habibi said the State Department informed the family in advance that freeing his brother was the delegation’s top priority....
Badakhshan hospital faces crisis as maternity ward remains closed
The 60-bed obstetrics and gynecology unit has remained shuttered since international health funding was cut....
UNICEF: More than 500,000 affected by Afghanistan earthquake, half of them children
According to UNICEF, at least 2,205 people were killed and 3,640 others injured....
Aid delivery slow as pledges for Kunar quake survivors near $25 million
Beyond cash, a wide range of countries — including Russia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, and others....
Kunar residents report slow quake aid
Survivors in Nurgal district and Mazar Dara said they have received no bread or health services....
Kunar hit hardest as earthquake kills over 800, Taliban say
In neighboring Nangarhar province, Taliban spokesman said 12 people were and 255 others were injured....