Amnesty International condemns Pakistan’s refugee deadline as ‘cruel’ and unlawful
She criticized what she called the government’s use of executive orders to bypass due process, and accused authorities of scapegoating.
Immigration
Security
US intelligence report warns of expanding ISIS-K threat
The report cites several high-profile incidents, including a New Year’s Day stabbing in New Orleans.
Human Rights
UNAMA says Taliban’s continued ban on girls’ education will deepen Afghanistan’s crises
“This is not only harming their future prospects, but the peace and prosperity of all Afghans," UNAMA chief said.
Politics
Haqqani met with US officials in UAE, sources say
The sources said that Akhundzada has expressed concern over the nature of Haqqani’s contact with the United States.
Human Rights
Countries press UN Human Rights Council to act on abuses in Afghanistan
The countries urged the council to create an investigative body that would complement the work of Richard Bennett.
Politics
Taliban spokesman tells Kandahar meeting that US has resumed ties, sources say
He also credited Siraj Haqqani with playing a key role in managing relations with the United States.
Afghanistan
Five years after deadly Kabul temple attack, Afghan Sikhs face near extinction
Five years on, rights activists and analysts say that religious extremism has only deepened under Taliban rule.
Human Rights
FIFA urged to recognize Afghan women’s football team in exile
The Sport & Rights Alliance urged FIFA to formally recognize the Afghanistan Women’s National Team, most of whose players have.
Politics
FBI removes reward for Haqqani’s capture, but keeps him on most wanted list
The development comes days after the release of George Glezman.
Afghanistan
US thanks Qatar for facilitating release of detained American in Afghanistan
KABUL, Afghanistan — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed his government’s gratitude to Qatar for its role in.