US State Department accuses Iran of backing Taliban, al Qaeda
“Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is itself a designated foreign terrorist organization," Bruce said.
Politics
Afghanistan
In Uruzgan, Eid is marked by empty tables and economic hardship
“We are celebrating Eid with empty hands,” said Zalmay, a resident of the province.
Human Rights
Taliban’s education ban casts shadow over Eid for Afghan girls
It has now been nearly 1,300 days since the Taliban closed secondary schools to girls.
Politics
Abdul Kabir turns Sapedar Palace into power base, sources say
Eighty days ago, Kabir was removed from his position as deputy prime minister for political affairs by order of Taliban.
Immigration
Pakistan delays Afghan deportation drive until April 10, plans to expel 3 million by year’s end
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Pakistan has postponed the start of its latest phase of mass deportations of Afghan nationals, pushing back.
Immigration
UN refugee official says Pakistan’s deportation deadline has ‘shaken’ Afghan community
“Their hopes and dreams have been shattered," UNHCR official said.
Politics
Anti-Taliban fronts call for Eid to become symbol of ‘resistance and national unity’
The fronts called for intensified resistance against what they described as the Taliban’s “repressive regime”.
Women
Women say Taliban’s morality police have intensified interrogations
Several women said that Taliban's PVPV enforcers have stopped them in public spaces.
Afghanistan
In Kabul, poverty and restrictions diminish the spirit of Eid
“This no longer feels like Eid,” said Malika, a mother of four in Kabul.
Human Rights
Karzai urges Taliban to lift restrictions on girls’ education and women’s employment
Karzai emphasized that the path to national progress depends on full access to education and work for all citizens.