Abdul Kabir acknowledges accepting Taliban leader’s directive
Kabir’s remarks were made on his first day in office amid reports of internal tensions
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
No excuse for ban on women and girls education, says Stanekzai
"There is no excuse or justification for keeping them closed," Stanekzai said.
Afghanistan
Taliban ask Iran to share list of Afghan prisoners, seek leniency for those on death row
The request was made during a meeting with Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran’s deputy judiciary chief.
Health, Women
Absence of female doctors in Afghanistan’s remote areas poses severe challenges
The shortage of female medical professionals has been exacerbated by Taliban-imposed restrictions on women’s education in the healthcare sector.
Afghanistan
Taliban urge Red Cross to expand humanitarian aid in Afghanistan
He also encouraged the IFRC to strengthen its healthcare and relief infrastructure across the country’s provinces.
Afghanistan
Avalanche kills two in Badakhshan province
Ehsanullah Kamgar, a spokesperson for the Taliban’s police command in Badakhshan, identified the victims as Abdul Hai, 22, and Saifullah,.
Afghanistan
Abdul Kabir assumes role as Taliban refugee minister after delayed transition
Kabir succeeds Khalil-ur-Rahman Haqqani, who served as the refugee minister for three years before being killed in a suicide bombing.
Afghanistan
Explosion reported in Baghlan province
The Taliban have not yet issued a statement regarding the incident.
Afghanistan
Norwegian Refugee Council chief says Afghanistan’s crisis is being ignored
Speaking during a visit to Afghanistan, Mr. Egeland highlighted the dire situation faced by Afghan families, particularly women.
Afghanistan
Taliban open more than 40 religious schools in four months
The total cost of these projects reportedly exceeded 85 million Afghanis.