Afghanistan

UN Security Council to discuss UN chief’s report on Afghanistan

The Security Council members are expected to pass a resolution extending UNAMA's mandate.

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Senators call for more visas for Afghans who aided US troops

The call for congressional action aligns with the Biden administration's stance.

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US continues support for Afghan allies, Kirby affirms

Amid fears of the SIV program's potential collapse, Kirby reassured that efforts to support former partners are ongoing.

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UN chief cites Afghanistan as ‘egregious’ example of women’s rights violations

Guterres highlighted the severe restrictions on the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan, calling the situation "appalling."

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European Parliament adopts resolutions on human rights in Afghanistan

The resolutions highlight public executions, violence against women, and the erosion of judicial independence in Afghanistan

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AFJC raises concerns over temporary closure of radio stations by Taliban in Ghazni

In a statement, the AFJC criticized the Taliban municipality's decision to shut down Shamla and Dehkada radio stations for not.

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Talibna signs memorandum of understanding with Iran 

The statement further said that during the signing ceremony, Iran’s special envoy for Afghanistan, Hassan Kazemi Qomi, Maryam Jalili Moghadam,.

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Afghanistan: Fire at Herat shop kills one, injures three

Eyewitnesses reported that the fire brigade's late arrival led to the spread of the fire to nearby shops, including a.

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US senator introduces bill to withhold UN funding for Afghanistan

The legislation proposes halting "any voluntary or assessed contributions" by the U.S. to the UN for Afghanistan.

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Advocates urge US Congress to extend Special Visa Program for Afghans

State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller highlighted the urgency: “We are nearing the annual cap and need congressional approval to increase.

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