Taliban seek wider diplomatic access in Europe, report says
According to the report, the Taliban are offering cooperation on migrant returns in exchange for greater diplomatic representation in European.
Politics
Politics
Moscow, Taliban sign military cooperation agreement: Report
The reported deal comes as Russia deepens engagement with the Taliban while continuing to voice concern about militant groups operating.
Politics
Taliban leader urges opponents to accept his rule, return to Afghanistan
Akhundzada warned against division and emphasizing obedience to Taliban authority.
Human Rights, Women
UN Women warns Taliban decree could normalize child marriage
The UN agency says a new Taliban regulation weakens protections for women and girls by removing a minimum marriage age.
Human Rights, Women
Karzai repeats call for girls to return to schools, universities
In an Eid message, the former president said Afghanistan's future depends on education.
Women
UK envoy urges Taliban to repeal new decree on marriage, family law
Richard Lindsay joined growing international criticism of a Taliban regulation that rights advocates say could undermine protections for girls and.
Media
Sources: Two TOLOnews journalists released from Taliban custody
The journalists were detained by Taliban intelligence two weeks ago, with Taliban providing no public explanation for their arrests.
Politics
Sources say ex-President Ghani has left UAE for Lebanon
The development comes as Ghani re-emerged with his first public message in nearly six months, saying his voice had been.
Politics
Ghani warns Afghanistan faces choice between ‘life and destruction’
The former president says the country is confronting a crisis of legitimacy, growing international isolation and deepening economic hardship.
Amu Region, Security
Russian security chief says ISIS-K recruiting Central Asian nationals in Afghanistan
Moscow's top security official said the group is seeking recruits from Central Asia and migrant communities in Russia.