Taliban say they are ready for prisoner swap with US
Negotiations, which have been underway for six months, center on the release of three Americans
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
Taliban foreign minister details agreements with UAE on trade, Dubai consulate upgrade
Muttaqi said the UAE has agreed to upgrade Afghanistan’s consulate in Dubai to a general consulate
Afghanistan
Taliban leader rejects Haqqanis’ push for key ministry appointment, sources say
Six days after Akhundzada's decision, there has been no official announcement of Abdul Kabir assuming his new role.
Afghanistan
Japan pledges $1.5 million in additional aid to Afghanistan
The funding will be directed toward improving maternal and reproductive health.
Afghanistan
IFJ calls for immediate release of journalist Mahdi Ansari from Taliban custody
This is the second time Ansari has been detained by the Taliban.
Afghanistan
Biden defends Afghanistan withdrawal, highlights US global strength
“Compared to four years ago, America is stronger," Biden said.
Afghanistan
Trump will not ‘look kindly’ on hostage-takers, Michael Waltz says
The remarks came as the Biden administration continues efforts to secure the release of three Americans currently detained in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan, South Asia, Uncategorized
Migrants deported by Pakistan face hardships in Kandahar
Many of the returnees report a lack of food, water, medical care, and fuel, and they are calling on aid.
Afghanistan, South Asia
Pakistan foreign secretary discusses Afghanistan with UN envoy
The meeting took place on the sidelines of a two-day conference on girls’ education held in Islamabad.
Afghanistan
Pakistani military claims it killed of suspected Taliban spy
The man, identified as Muhammad Khan Ahmed Khail, was reportedly attempting to flee from Afghanistan into Pakistan when security forces.