Politics

Fawzia Koofi says Afghan women have been left alone under Taliban rule

Fawzia Koofi says Afghan women have been abandoned under Taliban rule and will continue resisting despite harsh restrictions.

Taliban begins renaming police as ‘shorate’ under new law

The Taliban has begun renaming police departments as shorate under a new law that also bans protests across Afghanistan.

Taliban Says It Has Curbed Border Smuggling as Analysts Warn of Rising Human Trafficking

The Taliban says it has curbed border smuggling, but analysts warn human trafficking is still increasing along Afghanistan’s borders.

Taliban Rejects Domestic Policy Changes in Bid for International Recognition

Taliban spokesman says the group will not change its domestic policies despite calls for global recognition and formal ties.

Taliban Urges Expanded Security Cooperation With China

Taliban officials at a security conference in China call for deeper cooperation on counterterrorism, drugs, smuggling and organised crime.

Pakistan Says Instability in Afghanistan Is Hitting Regional Transit Projects

Pakistan says instability in Afghanistan has stalled transit projects and threatened regional security and trade.

Taliban urges expanded security cooperation at China meeting

Taliban officials at a China security conference called for stronger cooperation on security, intelligence sharing and border protection.