Taliban flogged nearly 140 people in one month, court data shows
The provinces of Kunar, Kabul, Parwan, Nangarhar and Herat recorded the highest number of cases.
Human Rights
Human Rights
Rights group says Taliban court code legitimises violence
The document consists of three sections, 10 chapters and 119 articles, the organization said.
Immigration
Former UK defence secretary warns Taliban fighters may have gained asylum – Report
The inquiry relates to a leak of personal data involving about 100,000 Afghans who had applied for sanctuary in Britain.
Afghanistan
Three children killed as house roof collapses in eastern Afghanistan
Two 10-year-old girls and a boy from the same family were killed in the collapse, the statement said.
Politics
Trump calls US military equipment left in Afghanistan a ‘disgrace’
Trump said it was a “disgrace” to see the Taliban displaying US military equipment since returning to power.
Human Rights
UN experts urge states to recognise ‘gender apartheid’ in Afghanistan
The experts said states should guarantee the meaningful participation of Afghan women leaders.
Politics
Haqqani calls for security in Pakistan amid rising tensions
Haqqani made the remarks during a visit to Barmal district, Paktika province, where he described Afghanistan as a country of.
Security
Taliban detain protesters over gold mining dispute in Takhar: Sources
Sources said that at least three men have been detained over the past week from different villages in the district.
Afghanistan
Salang Pass closed due to heavy snow and storms
The ministry urged travellers not to head towards the Salang area until further notice.
Media
10 years ago today, Taliban attack killed seven media workers in Kabul
Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was carried out in retaliation for what the group described as “false.