Afghanistan

Taliban releases journalist after 48 days in detention

His release was secured on the basis of a guarantee bill, according to the Afghanistan Journalist Center (AFJC).

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Women

Fawzia Koofi to speak at Nobel Peace Summit this year

The summit will convene experts, policymakers, and activists to discuss challenges and solutions facing women's rights globally.

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Afghanistan

Iran executes Afghan national without family farewell, watchdog reports

An Iranian court had sentenced him to death for alleged involvement in drug trafficking.

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Afghanistan

Blast targets Taliban forces in Badakhshan; at least three killed

The blast targeted a convoy of members of Taliban's counter-narcotics department in Badakhshan.

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Afghanistan

Taliban leader claims Afghans were killed for allegiance to foreigners

In an audio recording broadcast by the Taliban-run RTA, Akhundzada argued that those killed were "standing in the front line.

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Afghanistan

Sources say talks Between Badakhshan protesters, Taliban end without results

The Taliban spoke on Tuesday about resolving the issue and stated that they would address the grievances of those affected.

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Afghanistan

Sources report blast in Badakhshan’s Faizabad City

According to sources, the explosion resulted in casualties.

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Afghanistan

4.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Badakhshan

The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the epicenter was 41 kilometers from Ishkasham district in the province.

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Afghanistan

Herat flood victims face homelessness, infrastructure damage

Floods have hit Pashtun Zarghun, Shindand, Obe, Zinda Jan, Injil, and Guzara districts over the past week.

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Afghanistan

Taliban claims resolution of dispute with Badakhshan protesters

Sources said that among those who were "forcibly" taken to Faizabad were local elders from Darayim and Argu districts.

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