Watchdog accuses Taliban of committing gender persecution amounting to crimes against humanity
The watchdog has asked the Taliban to dismantle all forms of repression and discrimination that infringe upon the fundamental rights.
Women
Afghanistan
New school year starts across multiple provinces but not for girls
While boys return to school, more than two million girls above Grade 6 continue to be deprived of an education.
Afghanistan
One Taliban member killed in Torkham clash, Mujahid confirms
Mujahid said that an investigation has started into the incident to prevent future clashes.
Afghanistan
Massoud warns global community not to ignore threat of terrorism
The resistance front leader warned UK Parliament members that terrorism and extremism is not confined to Afghanistan's borders
Afghanistan
US denies leaving military equipment behind in Afghanistan
John Kirby said Afghanistan’s former security forces abandoned equipment which had been transferred well in advance of the withdrawal
Afghanistan
UN says WFP needs $1 billion to avoid rations reduction in Afghanistan
As concerns grow over the fast approaching winter, WFP says it is able to help only one in five people.
Women
Women from Afghanistan enter 6th day of hunger strike in Germany
The rights activists say they will not give up until UN and Germany’s Parliament recognize the Taliban’s policy of ‘gender.
Afghanistan
Girls blatantly ‘omitted’ in Taliban’s university entrance exam plans
Abdul Baqi Haqqani gave a detailed outline of plans for the upcoming academic year but failed to mention anything about.
Afghanistan
OIC delegation urges Taliban to ensure inclusive education, including girls
OIC underscored the importance of education as an Islamic obligation applicable to both men and women.
Afghanistan
Clashes reported between Taliban, Pakistani forces in Torkham crossing; 4 reportedly killed
According to sources, the clashes started after Taliban attempted to build security outposts near the border.