Afghanistan

Taliban minister defends decision on women’s hijab

Hanafi asserted that this policy "will not violate women's rights" and does not deprive them of their rights.

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Afghanistan: Nine people, including a woman, flogged in public in Zabul

One woman was among nine people who were lashed in public by the Taliban in Zabul province.

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British religious clerics accuse media of distorting situation in Afghanistan

The imams who visited Kabul recently say the Taliban has not banned education for women and girls but has imposed.

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Afghanistan: Residents criticize ‘unfair’ distribution of aid in Jawzjan

One family said they have only received assistance once in the past two years as the Taliban gives the aid.

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Taliban claim reclusive leader met with officials and elders in Uruzgan

Zabiullah Mujahid says Hibatullah Akhundzada held meetings in Uruzgan to assess problems; he also advised on ‘better governance’

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Construction of major canal in northern Afghanistan worries Uzbekistan

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev suggested the establishment of a joint working group to study the consequences of the Qosh Tepa canal

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Thousands of people gather at Torkham after crossing reopens

Stranded travelers say conditions over the past nine days have been extremely difficult for people and families stranded at the.

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Swiss-based NGO confirms 18 staffers in Taliban custody

IAM says the Taliban has not provided reasons for the arrests and detentions, nor for the closure of their office.

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CENTCOM chief orders new interviews over Kabul airport bombing during withdrawal

The Pentagon plans to interview service members who were severely wounded in the bombing at the Abbey Gate in August.

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US reiterates call for inclusive government in Afghanistan on International Day of Democracy

The US diplomatic mission for Afghanistan says it supports the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan.

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