UNICEF warns of funding shortfall, says millions of Afghan children at risk
As of August, only 28% of the appeal had been met, leaving critical gaps in food, health, education, and child.
Afghanistan
Politics
Two-day political conference opens in Islamabad
Organizers said the talks will focus on building trust, strengthening regional cooperation and mapping out a vision for Afghanistan’s political.
Immigration
Pakistan, Iran deport over 6,000 migrants in one day
At Spin Boldak in Kandahar province, 2,279 people from 424 families were registered.
Politics
CNN: At least three more Americans held in Taliban custody
The report also said Paul Overby, another American missing in Afghanistan, is believed to have died.
Politics
Afghan political groups to open two-day talks in Islamabad
The dialogue, titled “Towards Unity and Trust,” is organized by Women for Afghanistan (WFA) and the South Asian Strategic Stability.
Politics
Taliban free American citizen as US delegation visits Kabul
The freed man was identified as Amir Amiri. Reuters reported that Amiri was detained in Afghanistan since December 2024.
Politics
Sources: Taliban cabinet gathers in Kandahar as Trump pushes for Bagram’s return
The meetings, described by sources as “regular internal sessions,” are expected to address security concerns and future of Bagram airbase.
Human Rights
Taliban higher education minister imposes new restrictions on universities
The directives, signed by Nadeem, were outlined in a 10-page order containing 50 rules.
Human Rights
Sources: Former soldier detained by Taliban in Kabul
The man was arrested Thursday in the Qowaye Markaz area of Kabul and taken to an undisclosed location.
Media
UN marks access to information day as Afghans face Taliban restrictions
Afghan journalists and human rights activists say access to information has been severely restricted under Taliban rule.