Afghanistan

Taliban official claims neckties symbolize cross, calls for elimination

Since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in August 2021, they have not imposed specific dress rules on men

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No US official plans travel to Afghanistan, spokesman confirms

There are no department officials who have any plans to travel to Afghanistan, a US State Department spokesman said.

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Watchdog urges UN assessment on Afghanistan to prioritize human rights

Heather Barr stressed the urgent need to address the dire situation faced by women and girls and other survivors of.

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USAID report finds Taliban has ‘infiltrated’ UN aid agencies

An as-yet-unpublished US government report seen by Foreign Policy highlights ‘the importance of aid diversion to Taliban finances’

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Mid-level Taliban delegation visits Indonesia to ‘boost ties’

The trip includes pushing for recognition of the Taliban regime and encouraging these countries to invest in Afghanistan and provide.

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McCaul strongly cautions against traveling to Afghanistan, ‘normalizing’ the Taliban

In a letter addressed to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, McCaul stressed that the Taliban's behavior has only worsened despite.

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Hardships force children in Kunar to become breadwinners

Roman, a young boy, shoulders the responsibility of being the sole breadwinner for his family of 18.

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Weather service warns of more rain across an already flood-hit Afghanistan

The meteorological department has warned of possible heavy rain, thunderstorms and flash floods across 21 provinces over next 24 hours

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US CENTCOM commander meets Pakistan’s army chief ‘to strengthen regional ties’

The meeting took place as Pakistan is grappling with a surge in militant attacks in its northwestern and southwestern regions.

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Eyewitnesses reflect on deadly Dehmazang attack seven years later

Some members of the Enlightenment Movement say that despite their sacrifices, the central provinces of Afghanistan remain deprived.

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