UN committee condemns Taliban decree on child marriage
The committee says the decree that permits marriage after puberty violates international human rights law.
Human Rights
Immigration
Ex-Afghan MP Katawazai remains in US custody, DHS confirms
The DHS says Katawazai was deemed removable under US immigration law and remains in custody pending further proceedings.
Politics
UNSC to hold two meetings on Afghanistan as UNAMA renewal looms
The council is expected to review Afghanistan's political and humanitarian situation before deciding on UN mission's mandate.
Politics
Russian envoy says military agreement with Taliban opens way for future contracts
Kabulov said the accord provides a legal basis for broader military-technical cooperation.
Politics, South Asia
EU’s Kallas calls for talks, not airstrikes, in Pakistan-Taliban dispute
Speaking in Islamabad, the EU’s top diplomat warned that recent fighting between Pakistan and Taliban has had serious humanitarian consequences.
Politics
Pakistani opposition leader says Pashtuns should obtain Afghan IDs
Mahmood Khan Achakzai's remarks sparked criticism from Afghan political figures, who said citizenship and national identity are matters of law,.
Politics
New decree gives Taliban leader final say over opponents’ assets
The law requires the approval of Taliban leader before assets belonging to individuals deemed opponents of their rule can be.
Afghanistan
At least 17 people drowned in Panjshir River over past year
Most of the victims were domestic tourists who entered the river during the summer season, Taliban officials said.
Women
Everest climber launches campaign for girls’ education in Afghanistan
Zakia Ahmad called for support for Afghan women and girls as activists renewed criticism of Taliban education policies.
Human Rights
Taliban cleric says girls’ education is forbidden
A senior Taliban religious official says women and girls should study only limited religious subjects, dismissing science and technology as.