Sources: Senior Taliban officials travel to Kandahar for talks with their leader
According to sources, the discussions may include recent internal tensions within the Taliban.
Taliban Internal Rift
Security
Suspect in Kabul airport bombing appears in US court
The attack, carried out during the chaotic final days of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, was claimed by ISIS-K.
Security
Torkham crossing remains closed for 19th consecutive day
Talks were expected to take place on Tuesday to finalize an agreement on reopening the crossing, but the meeting has.
Politics
Taliban say UN seat hinges on organization’s decision
Taliban deputy spokesman claimed that some countries are obstructing their recognition.
Human Rights
Taliban flog woman, five men in Kapisa
The individuals were sentenced to between 15 and 39 lashes each.
Media
Afghan journalists at UN urge action against Taliban’s repression of media
Some participants advocated for continued economic and political sanctions on the Taliban.
Immigration
Afghan asylum seekers urge Germany to resume resettlement program
The group said they face severe threats in Afghanistan and see Germany’s resettlement program as their only hope.
Human Rights
Nine countries back ICC request for arrest warrants against Taliban leaders
The statement emphasized that Afghan women and girls have been effectively erased from public life under Taliban rule.
Politics
At UNSC session, Russia calls for ‘pragmatic cooperation’ with Taliban
The Russian diplomat traced Afghanistan’s current state back to the U.S.-Taliban agreement signed in Doha
Politics
US envoy to UN: Washington does not trust Taliban, sees no path to normalization
Shea expressed skepticism over the Taliban’s commitment to diplomatic engagement.