Amnesty International seeks unconditional release of activist Manizha Siddiqi from Taliban custody
"She has not been accused of any crime. Manizha Siddiqi should be released immediately and unconditionally," the organization said.
Women
Afghanistan
UN fund allocates $3.8 million for aid to Afghan returnees from Pakistan
The returnees arrive in the midst of winter, Afghanistan's toughest period for hunger, and at a time when humanitarian funding.
Afghanistan
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Niklasson said the focus was on better preparations for organizing a constructive meeting in Doha.
Afghanistan
UN Special Coordinator Sinirlioglu concludes four-day trip to Kabul
The visit coincided with Taliban resistance to the appointment of a UN special envoy for Afghanistan, a key topic for.
Women
UN urged to prioritize Afghan women’s rights at upcoming Doha meeting
The letter concludes by urging the UN Secretary-General to publicly share the meeting's outcomes.
Afghanistan
EU special envoy focuses on preparing for productive Doha meeting during Afghanistan visit
Niklasson also mentioned his upcoming attendance at a meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, next week.
Afghanistan
Taliban use harsh language against opponents at Kabul meeting
Abdul Kabir, the Taliban's deputy political chief, criticized those who do not consider the U.S. presence in Afghanistan as an.
Women
HRW’s Heather Barr raises concerns about women’s selection for Doha meeting
Barr said there is uncertainty about the participation of Afghan women in the meeting.
Afghanistan
Taliban assessing ‘meaningful participation’ in Doha meeting
The discussions also covered the recent special envoys' meeting in London and the forthcoming Doha meeting.
Afghanistan
EU Special Envoy Tomas Niklasson holds talks with Taliban in Kabul
The Taliban-run Ministry of Interior reported that Niklasson expressed the EU's readiness to assist in drug control efforts.