UN’s Volker Turk condemns Taliban’s repressive law, calls for urgent action
Turk described the new regulations, enacted by the Taliban’s Ministry for Virtue and Vice, as part of an ongoing campaign.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
UN calls for global investment in education, protection of students and teachers
This call comes amid ongoing attacks on educational institutions in Afghanistan, where schools and universities have been repeatedly targeted by.
Afghanistan, Women
HRW urges creation of independent body to address abuses in Afghanistan
Since the Taliban’s takeover in August 2021, the country’s human rights and humanitarian conditions have deteriorated sharply, HRW said.
Afghanistan
Taliban carries out public flogging in Paktika
According to a Taliban statement, the man was struck 39 times.
Afghanistan
Eight Taliban members killed in clash with Pakistani border forces, media reports say
Among the dead were two senior Taliban commanders, Pakistani media reported.
Afghanistan
Iran says Taliban mistakes floodwaters for agreed water rights
According to Maleki, Taliban has not taken any real steps to deliver the water rights from the Helmand River to.
Afghanistan
Republican report criticizes Biden over chaotic Afghanistan withdrawal
It is the result of a three-year investigation led by Representative Michael McCaul, Republican chair of the House Foreign Affairs.
Afghanistan
UN Human Rights Council to address Afghanistan at upcoming session
The session comes as the Taliban recently enacted a new decree on "virtue and vice," which imposes additional restrictions, particularly.
Afghanistan
Over 96,000 people left Afghanistan in one week: IOM
The report, released on Sunday, covers the period from August 25 to August 31.
Afghanistan
Clash between Taliban, Pakistani forces wounds five civilians, sources say
The skirmish occurred late Saturday near the Palus area of Zazi Maidan district, though details about what sparked the fighting.