ISIS-K remains a major threat to Afghanistan, regional stability, US watchdog warns
The report noted that ISIS-K has claimed responsibility for 60 attacks in 2024, including incidents in Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, Pakistan,.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan, Business
Taliban shut down fuel stations in Faryab: Sources
Fuel station owners were accused of overpricing, a charge that Taliban authorities said could lead to further punitive measures.
Afghanistan
Rand Paul accuses Democrats of blocking efforts to cut Afghanistan aid
“I have tried to eliminate this aid but have been stymied by Democrats,” Paul said.
Afghanistan
Man with ties to Taliban intelligence remains in US, congressman says
Burchett described the decision as a failure of U.S. vetting processes.
Afghanistan
ICC arrest warrant request for Taliban leaders a ‘major step toward justice,’ USIP experts say
The experts noted that while the Taliban are unlikely to comply, the move could increase pressure on them.
Afghanistan
Pakistan hopes for resumption of US resettlement program for Afghan refugees
The suspension has left thousands of Afghans in Pakistan in limbo.
Afghanistan
Trump’s intelligence nominee warns of growing threats from Al-Qaeda and ISIS
At her confirmation hearing, Gabbard said that Syria is now largely controlled by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), an offshoot of.
Sports, Women
Afghan women ‘will not be silenced,’ UN envoy says as exiled cricket team takes the field
“Afghan women belong in sports—at home and worldwide,” Bennett said.
Afghanistan, Women
Aid chief urges Western diplomats to visit Kandahar, advocate for women’s rights
Kandahar is regarded as the Taliban’s power hub as it hosts their reclusive leader Hibatullah Akhundzada.
Afghanistan
US senator introduces bill to block Taliban from receiving US aid
The bill would prohibit U.S. contributions to the U.N. for aid to Afghanistan.