Taliban look set to close universities for women
As the Taliban continue to tighten restrictions against women, a move of this sort would send further shock waves through society and the international community
Afghanistan
Afghanistan
Herat Security Dialogue gets underway in Dushanbe
A group of political figures from Afghanistan along with foreign officials have come together for the two-day summit in Tajikistan
Afghanistan
Land dispute in Takhar ends but villagers left homeless
Resident villagers have been forced to move from their homes after the Taliban ruled in the favor of returnees from Pakistan
Afghanistan
Woman sells her six-year-old daughter to save her five children
This mother says she might also have to sell her two-year-old daughter as the money she made went to pay off debt and buy provisions
Afghanistan
At least 10 people, including a Taliban member, killed in Daikundi
Some politicians from Afghanistan called the incident a “crime against humanity” and said it needs a thorough probe by international organizations.
Afghanistan
World Bank says living conditions remain dire for Afghans
A World Bank survey found that widespread deprivation continues in Afghanistan and that food insecurity remains high which is impacting both people and the economy
Afghanistan
Paktia civilians flee their homes as border clashes leave one dead
Amid ongoing border tension between the Taliban and Pakistan, residents claim rockets were also fired into Paktia, forcing them to leave their homes
Business
Women-only shopping center opens in Herat
Women shopkeepers have welcomed the move and said their customers, also only women, will now be able to shop for their necessities in a suitable environment
Afghanistan
76 years ago today: Afghanistan joined the UN
Afghanistan become one of the earliest member nations when the country’s envoy signed the UN Charter just one month after the organization was formally established
South Asia
Bilawal says Pakistan will not solely recognize the Taliban
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said peace in Afghanistan is crucial for Pakistan region.