Afghanistan

UN Secretary General condemns ‘heinous’ attack on Hazaras in Daikundi

The attack, which occurred on Thursday, left 14 people dead and four others wounded, drawing strong condemnation both within Afghanistan.

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Afghanistan

355 migrant families return from Pakistan, Iran in a single day

Of the total, 29 families re-entered Afghanistan via the Torkham crossing with Pakistan, while 31 crossed at Spin Boldak.

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Afghanistan

Human Rights Watch urges protection of Hazara community in Afghanistan

The statement urged governments engaging with the Taliban to advocate for greater security for the Hazara and Shia populations.

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Women

Women’s rights groups condemn deadly attack on Hazaras in Daikundi

The group also claimed that more than 20 terrorist organizations have been operating in Afghanistan since the Taliban's return to.

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Afghanistan

Deadly attack on Hazaras in Daikundi: What happened

Images from the scene depict yet another tragedy in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, this time in the central province of Daikundi.

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Afghanistan

Pakistani special envoy for Afghanistan dismissed: Reports

According to Pakistan Daily, the country's Foreign Ministry issued a letter on Friday announcing Durrani’s dismissal, though no reason has.

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Afghanistan

UNAMA seeks probe into deadly Ghor attack

Taliban also condemned the assault, calling it a "brutal act by enemies of humanity."

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Afghanistan

Taliban condemns attack on civilians in Ghor

In a statement, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said the attack claimed the lives of 14 people and left six others.

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Afghanistan

Iran calls for immediate punishment of perpetrators in Ghor attack

In a statement reported by Iranian media, Kanani called the assault a "terrorist act" and demanded immediate steps to punish.

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Afghanistan

Killings of Hazaras in Ghor bear hallmarks of international crimes: Bennett

The U.N. envoy stressed the need for international accountability and action to prevent further violence.

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