Democrats urge Rubio to help restore refugee program he once backed
WASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats are calling on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to intervene in restoring a refugee resettlement program.
Afghanistan, World
Afghanistan
Taliban’s arrest of three clerics sparks outcry over repression of dissent
Clerics and legal experts say the detentions reflect the Taliban’s increasing intolerance of opposing voices.
Afghanistan
Taliban spokesman says public employees will be paid this month
Mujahid said at least 1.04 million people are employed by public institutions.
Afghanistan
Taliban leaders to convene in Kandahar for high-level meeting: Sources
Sources said Abdul Ghani Baradar, the Taliban’s deputy chief minister, has traveled to Kandahar.
Afghanistan
Taliban reject Pakistan’s claim on US weapons being used in cross-border attacks
“All weapons and military equipment are stockpiled and securely maintained," Taliban said.
Afghanistan
Pakistan’s envoy discusses Afghanistan with UN chief
Akram said that “maintaining peace and Afghanistan’s future” were key topics during the meeting.
Afghanistan
Taliban confiscate electronic devices from educational center in Daikundi: Sources
The crackdown follows a similar incident earlier this month. On Jan. 14, local sources in Daikundi said the Taliban had.
Afghanistan
Iranian official says drug reserves persist despite Taliban ban
Pourjamshidian was part of an Iranian delegation led by Foreign Minister Sayed Abbas Araghchi, which visited Afghanistan on Sunday.
Afghanistan, South Asia
Pakistan raises concerns over US weapons left in Afghanistan
In a statement on Wednesday, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said the presence of these weapons poses a “profound concern for the.
Afghanistan
Taliban envoy discusses Kabul airport radar system with French diplomat
The two also discussed regional and global issues, the statement said.