Afghanistan: Man reunites with family after four decades
Abdullah returned to the country this week and was reunited with family members with the help of relatives.
Immigration
Human Rights, Politics
Ex-diplomats warn of targeted violence after Herat attack
Group calls assault on Shiite civilians a serious threat to religious minorities and urges independent investigation.
Politics
UN updates sanctions listings for senior Taliban members
Revisions to four leaders’ profiles underscore continued international restrictions as monitoring regime is extended.
Health, Politics
Taliban appoint new health official after Amu exposé on corruption
Leadership change in the Taliban-run ministry follows a report by Amu TV on corruption cases and detentions at the ministry.
Health, Politics
Taliban dismiss health official after Amu report on corruption case
Removal follows a report by Amu TV about irregularities in measles vaccination campaign and questions over a controversial reappointment.
Human Rights, Security
Who were victims of Herat attack?
Two women, an 18-year-old student and multiple members of the same families were killed in the attack, according to local.
Human Rights
Taliban flog three in two provinces
Men accused of theft and sodomy were lashed and sentenced to prison, as corporal punishment increases.
Afghanistan
Sources say Pakistani shelling in Kunar causes damage but no casualties
Overnight artillery fire follows weeks of border tensions that began in late February.
Human Rights, Security
UN says 11 civilians killed in Herat attack
Gunmen opened fire on civilians in Herat, with local sources reporting a higher toll.
Media
Campaign seeks release of three journalists held by Taliban
Advocates call for unconditional release as concerns grow over media repression under Taliban rule.