AfghanEvac condemns Trump’s travel ban order as ‘political theater’
AfghanEvac described the order as “political theater”, not national security policy.
Immigration
Politics
Taliban urge UNAMA chief to help them gain access to Afghanistan embassies in Europe
Muttaqi also urged the U.N. to ensure that its reports on Afghanistan reflect what he described as “today’s realities” under.
Afghanistan
UN warns that environmental degradation threatens public health in Afghanistan
UN-Habitat said that Afghanistan remains highly vulnerable to environmental degradation.
Immigration
What Trump’s new travel ban means for Afghan nationals
The ban, announced Wednesday night, takes effect on Monday, June 9 at 12:01 a.m.
Immigration
Trump issues travel ban targeting Afghanistan, citing security concerns and vetting gaps
The order, which takes effect at 12:01 a.m. on June 9, will fully suspend the entry of Afghan nationals.
Afghanistan
Gulf Cooperation Council calls for stability in Afghanistan and protection of women’s rights
The Council emphasized the importance of ensuring women's rights to education and employment.
Immigration
Five Afghans, including media worker, detained in Islamabad
The arrests come amid an intensification of Pakistan’s deportation campaign.
Politics
Migration and counterterrorism top meeting of US and Qatari officials, other envoys in Doha
The statement described the talks as “results-oriented” and praised Qatar as “a valued, collaborative friend” in advancing mutual priorities.
Politics
Pakistan assumes leadership of UN Sanctions Committee on Taliban
The 1988 Committee is responsible for overseeing measures such as travel bans on Taliban individuals and entities.
Security
Security rightens around Taliban power center in Kandahar amid drone activity: Sources
Multiple sources cited the recent appearance of unidentified drones in the vicinity as a potential reason for the heightened security.