UN urged to intervene as criticism grows over Taliban penal code
Several residents said the expanding enforcement of the code has created an atmosphere of intimidation
Human Rights
Human Rights
Former top judge says Taliban penal code invites ridicule from Muslim world
Bahauddin Baha says the code grants Taliban authorities powers that, under Islamic jurisprudence, belong only to God
Immigration
Taliban say over 100 Afghan nationals freed from UAE prisons
The ministry said the releases were granted to mark the UAE’s National Day.
Security
UNSC members say IS-K in Afghanistan remains serious threat to region, beyond
Alexander Zouev, the UN’s acting under-secretary-general for counter-terrorism, said IS-K remained “one of the most serious threats to the region.
Security
Taliban dismiss UNSC concerns over militant presence in Afghanistan
China said groups including Daesh, al Qaeda and the East Turkestan Islamic Movement remained active.
Afghanistan
Taliban penal code grants their leader power to ban or mandate permitted acts
Under Islamic jurisprudence, “permissible” acts are those that individuals are free to perform or refrain from without religious obligation.
Politics, South Asia
Pakistan defense minister says Balochistan attackers were Taliban proxies
Asif said fighters from the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) were being used by both India and the Taliban to destabilise.
Security
87 killed by unexploded ordnance in Afghanistan last year: ANDMA
The ANDMA said 193 incidents linked to unexploded bombs and mines were recorded nationwide during the period.
Human Rights, Politics
Taliban revoke licences of 1,600 groups including Karzai-linked charity
The Taliban justice ministry list shows that more than 500 cultural and academic associations had their licences withdrawn.
Politics
Doha process working group holds fourth meeting in Kabul
Several participants pledged support for counter-narcotics initiatives and stressed the need for coordinated action through the Doha process and bilateral.