Students report forced marriages due to continued ban on Girls’ education
Several female students have shared that since the schools closed, their families have compelled them into forced marriages, resulting in dire circumstances.
Afghanistan
Sports
Afghan refugee ‘B-Girl’ prepares for Olympic debut in Paris
Competing in the Olympics has always been a dream for Talash, although she wishes she could represent Afghanistan.
Afghanistan
BRICS ministers call for ‘urgent peaceful settlement’ in Afghanistan
The ministers advocated for Afghanistan to become an independent, united, and peaceful state free from terrorism, war, and drugs.
Business
Taliban’s rent hike forces female vendors out of market in Sheberghan
The situation has left these women in a precarious position, struggling to find a safe and affordable place to conduct their business.
Afghanistan
Taliban shutters health institute in Bamiyan, detain director, sources say
Sources said Mozaffari criticized the Taliban, claiming they were "under the control of Russia and the United States."
South Asia
Bomb blast in northwestern Pakistan kills seven soldiers, army says
"The perpetrators of this heinous act will be brought to justice," the statement said.
Sports
Afghanistan’s bodybuilding team wins 10 medals at South Asia Championship
The team won three gold medals, five silver medals, and two bronze medals during the competition.
Afghanistan
China, Pakistan emphasize need for ‘inclusive government’ in Afghanistan
The statement urges the interim government of Afghanistan (the Taliban) to establish a comprehensive political framework.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan: Children grapple with widespread malnutrition amid endemic poverty
On June 7, World Food Safety Day, estimates indicated that 16 million Afghans lack access to adequate food. Suraya, a resident of Herat, is among those struggling.
Afghanistan
Honey bee farms in Badakhshan struggle with market challenges
However, beekeepers like Qudratullah are facing significant challenges in transporting and selling their honey.