US aid cuts weaken Afghan media in exile, Human Rights Watch says
A new report says funding reductions forced Afghan media outlets operating outside the country to cut staff and reduce reporting.
Media
Media, Women
Young woman detained by Taliban in Herat, sources say
The woman, who previously worked in journalism, was reportedly detained days after returning from Turkey to visit her family.
Human Rights
Shiite cleric ‘beaten’ by Taliban in Kabul, council says
The incident involving a prominent Shiite scholar in Kabul has raised fresh concerns over the Taliban’s enforcement of morality laws.
Security
Residents report drone activity, gunfire in Kabul
Witnesses say the sounds of drones and air defense fire were heard for nearly two hours early Thursday morning in.
Politics
China envoy says Taliban, Pakistan ready to cooperate on peace efforts
The remarks come amid continuing tensions between the Taliban and Pakistan over border security and militancy.
Media
Exiled journalists gather in Toronto for press freedom conference
Media workers from more than 40 countries discussed censorship, displacement and the challenges of reporting from exile.
Politics
EU confirms Taliban invitation for Brussels migration talks
European officials say the proposed meeting would focus on migrant returns and security concerns.
Media
Taliban to prosecute TOLOnews journalists
Ghufran said no Taliban court had yet issued a ruling against the journalists and described reports circulating in the media.
Security
UN reports 372 civilian deaths in Taliban-Pakistan clashes
Most casualties were linked to Pakistani airstrikes, including a March attack on a drug rehab center in Kabul.
Human Rights, Security
UN says five ex-Afghan security force members killed in three months
The UN documented killings, detentions and torture involving former security personnel during the first three months of 2026.