UN envoy calls for ICC prosecution of gender discrimination in Afghanistan
He called upon Muslim-majority nations to send a delegation to Kandahar in an effort to convince Taliban leaders to overturn.
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Afghanistan
Sources confirm death of Panjshir resident in Taliban custody
Sources confirmed the passing of Abdul Habib, a resident of the province who had been detained by the Taliban a.
Afghanistan
UN report claims NATO-caliber weapons falling into hands of Daesh
United Nations Member States assessed Daesh as being the most serious terrorist threat in Afghanistan and the wider region
Afghanistan
Afghanistan nationals rally in Canada, seek end to Taliban’s restrictions on women
In a plea directed at the Canadian government, the activists sought educational scholarships for Afghan girls and women.
Afghanistan
Watchdog calls on Taliban to end media crackdown in Afghanistan
CPJ says Afghanistan’s once vibrant free press is a ghost of its former self under Taliban rule and worsening repression.
Afghanistan
People of Afghanistan need sustainable solutions to avoid catastrophe: NRC
NRC chief says looming human tragedy is driven by various issues including operational restrictions and absence of diplomatic engagement
Afghanistan
Three killed in attack on hotel hosting ‘Waziristan migrants’ in Khost: Taliban
Pakistani media reported the attack targeted Gul Bahadur, the leader of a faction of Pakistani Taliban.
Afghanistan
McCaul threatens to ‘put a hold’ on Afghanistan funding
The Congressman said he is prepared hold back funding until assurances are given that the money is not going to.
Afghanistan
Iranian team surveys Helmand River for water resource evaluation
Qomi said the team is currently in Kabul, ready to compile a report based on their findings.
Afghanistan
Taliban’s ban on education takes its toll on girls in Afghanistan
Parents of girls in Jawzjan say their daughters are struggling with mental health problems due to ongoing ban on education