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.
Politics
Taliban Internal Rift
Taliban remove key commander as rift over Badakhshan mines deepens
Fateh was removed as deputy governor of Zabul after a dispute with the Taliban’s leadership over control of gold mining.
Politics
Taliban’s Kabul mayor detained in Kandahar for three weeks, sources say
The reported detention of Abdul Rasheed comes amid an internal investigation into corruption within Kabul Municipality.
Politics
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.
Human Rights, Politics
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.
Human Rights
Taliban defend hijab enforcement after arrests of women in Herat
The comments come after the detention of dozens of women in Herat and a crackdown on protests that drew criticism.
Media
Taliban allow Rah-e-Farda TV to resume broadcasting under new license
The broadcaster, previously linked to opposition leader Mohammad Mohaqiq, returns to the air after months off the air.
Human Rights
Protests against Taliban spread across cities in Europe, North America
Demonstrators condemned the detention of women and girls in Herat and called for stronger stand by the international community.
Human Rights
Sources: Taliban detain aid workers in Herat over beard length
The sources said eight of the men were released on Saturday and the remaining nine were freed Sunday, June 21.
Immigration
Germany may increase deportation flights to Afghanistan: Report
German media say Berlin is considering up to three charter flights a month to return Afghan nationals convicted of crimes.