Protests in Herat after deadly attack curtailed by Taliban, sources say
Residents carry victims’ bodies and demand justice, but Taliban limit demonstrations during funerals.
Human Rights, Security
Security
Three killed in mosque shooting in northern Afghanistan
Taliban attribute the attack in Baghlan province to a family dispute; two suspects detained.
Amu Region, Security
Regional security bloc discusses Afghanistan border security with Kazakhstan
Talks focused on strengthening frontier defenses and regional coordination, according to a statement.
Human Rights, Security
Who were victims of Herat attack?
Two women, an 18-year-old student and multiple members of the same families were killed in the attack, according to local.
Human Rights, Security
UN says 11 civilians killed in Herat attack
Gunmen opened fire on civilians in Herat, with local sources reporting a higher toll.
Security, South Asia
Two killed in attack on Hazaras in Quetta, Pakistan
Sources say assailants opened fire on a group traveling by rickshaw, wounding three others.
Human Rights, Security
Bennett seeks independent probe into deadly Herat attack
Richard Bennett says the assault fits a “concerning pattern” of violence against minority communities in Afghanistan.
Security
Afghanistan: Sources say 12 people killed in Herat shooting
Attack near a Shiite shrine leaves at least 20 wounded, with some in critical condition.
Security
Gunmen kill 7 civilians in western Afghanistan, Taliban say
Attack in Herat province targeted people gathered in a popular leisure area; former president condemns it as “inhumane.”
Security
UN agency says women, girls bear brunt of Taliban-Pakistan clashes
New analysis finds displacement, economic hardship and mobility restrictions are compounding risks for women amid escalating cross-border conflict.