Nearly 138 million children still trapped in child labor, ILO says
The agency marked World Day Against Child Labour with a call for renewed action.
Human Rights
Human Rights
Bennett urges restraint ahead of planned Herat protest
The UN special rapporteur called on all parties to exercise caution as residents discuss holding another demonstration.
Human Rights
Residents say Herat remains under tight Taliban security ahead of planned protest
Residents report an increased Taliban presence, expanded patrols and heightened fear days after protests over the detention of women were.
Security
Afghanistan ranks seventh least peaceful country in Global Index
The 2026 Global Peace Index places Afghanistan 157th out of 163 countries, citing persistent conflict and instability despite modest gains.
Human Rights
UN Women voices alarm over Herat arrests, protest crackdown
The agency said the detention of dozens of women has deepened fear across Afghanistan.
Human Rights
UN experts urge Taliban to probe deadly Herat protest crackdown
UN experts called for the release of detained women and protesters and warned that the use of lethal force may.
Human Rights
HRW says Taliban used excessive force against Herat protesters
The rights group says Taliban forces used excessive force against demonstrators protesting the detention of women over alleged dress-code violations.
Politics
Ex-Taliban commander sentenced to 42 years in US prison on terrorism charges
Haji Najibullah admitted to hostage-taking and supporting attacks that killed American troops and Afghan civilians during the Taliban insurgency.
Human Rights
UN agency alarmed by Herat crackdown, Pakistan airstrikes
OCHA cites the detention of women in Herat, the killing of a child during Herat protest and civilian casualties from.
Human Rights
Amnesty says new Taliban decree institutionalizes child marriage
The rights group says a new family law codifies forced and child marriage, further eroding the rights of women and.