Women launch ‘Let’s Study’ campaign as new school year begins without girls
The campaign urges the international community to reassess what they call “deceptive policies” toward the Taliban.
Human Rights
Afghanistan
Taliban leader says release of Americans tied to Guantanamo prisoner swap
The remarks, reportedly delivered during a gathering in Kandahar, suggest the Taliban are seeking a prisoner exchange as part of.
Afghanistan, Economy
Afghanistan: Teachers struggle as salaries go unpaid for two months
Teachers in several provinces say they rely entirely on their monthly wages, and that the prolonged delay has left them.
Human Rights, Women
EU says education for all is key to Afghanistan’s resilience
“The EU supports their rights to education,” the delegation wrote.
Human Rights
Taliban flog two in Ghazni over morality charges
According to a statement from the Taliban supreme court, the two individuals were each sentenced to five years in prison.
Human Rights, Women
UK’s envoy calls ban on Afghan girls’ education a tragedy
“This is a tragedy for them and their country,” he said. “Education is a right, not a privilege.”
Security
Pakistan envoy calls peace in Afghanistan key to regional stability
Sadiq added that Pakistan remains committed to a “strong and mutually beneficial” relationship with Afghanistan.
Politics
Haqqani remains on US terror lists despite delisting reports
The Federal Bureau of Investigation still lists Sirajuddin Haqqani on its Most Wanted list.
Human Rights
Afghanistan’s pop star urges global action on girls’ education
Dozens of girls from across the country joined the online conversation.
Politics
Exclusive: US offers no clarity on reported removal of bounty for Haqqani
Haqqani’s name, however, remains listed on the FBI’s Most Wanted website.