Taliban say three civilians killed in new Pakistan shelling in Kunar
Taliban deputy spokesman says shelling in Kunar killed three civilians and damaged homes.
Security
Politics
Afghanistan’s passport remains world’s weakest, Henley Index shows
Citizens can travel visa-free or with visa on arrival to just 23 destinations, reflecting persistent political isolation and instability.
Politics
Taliban governor appointed as their new communications minister
As part of the reshuffle, Taliban leader appointed new governors in at least five provinces.
Human Rights
Taliban burn hundreds of musical instruments in Khost
The items were later destroyed by fire at a designated site, the statement said.
Media
Nai in Exile says media in Afghanistan reduced to Taliban ‘mouthpieces’
Nai in Exile said World Press Freedom Day, once widely observed in Afghanistan, has lost its significance under Taliban rule.
Human Rights
Sources: Taliban detain couple in Kabul over alleged ‘illicit relationship’
According to the sources, the detained woman said she was forced to clean women’s detention cells while in custody.
Economy, Immigration
Returnees in western Afghanistan struggle to find work as wages plunge
Qudratullah, who returned from Iran two months ago, said he works long hours for minimal pay but has no alternative.
Media
HRW warns of global crackdown on press freedom
“Journalism is not a crime. Governments should take note,” Human Rights Watch said.
Politics
Ex-MP Fawzia Koofi calls Taliban raid on her Badakhshan home ‘cowardly’
She said some of those detained were her relatives, while others were local residents with no connection to her.
Politics
Pakistan calls UK envoy’s remarks on border tensions as ‘one-sided’
Pakistan on Saturday called recent remarks by Richard Lindsay, the UK special envoy on Afghanistan, about border tensions “one-sided,” saying.