Politics

Taliban Foreign Minister, UN Official Discuss Humanitarian Issues

Taliban's foreign minister holds phone talks with UN official on returning refugees, earthquake victims, and humanitarian cooperation in Afghanistan.

Taliban Denies Presence of Pakistani Taliban Fighters in Afghanistan

Taliban rejects presence of TTP in Afghanistan, affirms no foreign forces remain, and expresses commitment to regional ties and water…

OIC Envoy Meets Taliban Foreign Minister to Discuss Regional Tensions

OIC envoy meets Taliban's top diplomat in Kabul to discuss Afghan–Pakistan border tensions, refugee return, and regional security concerns.

Iran Urges Taliban to Release Water From Salma Dam to Mashhad

Iran asks Taliban to release Salma Dam water to Mashhad to meet local and Afghan migrants' needs, citing previous agreements…

Australia Considers Targeted Sanctions Against Taliban Over Human Rights Abuses

Australia reviews its sanctions policy, potentially targeting Taliban leaders over women's rights and civil liberties abuses in Afghanistan.

Former Afghan Finance Minister Criticizes Taliban for Halting Trade with Pakistan

Omar Zakhilwal criticizes the Taliban for ending trade with Pakistan, warning of economic harm and violation of Afghan traders' transit…

Taliban Minister Meets with Political Envoy Suhail Shaheen in Qatar

Taliban minister meets Suhail Shaheen in Qatar to discuss religious, cultural ties amidst ongoing international criticism and lack of global…

Taliban Demands Pakistan Guarantee Open Trade Routes

Taliban urges Pakistan to guarantee uninterrupted trade routes, warning closures harm exports. Alternatives being considered due to strained ties.

Pakistan Urges Taliban to Declare War Against It as Religious Prohibition

Pakistan asks the Taliban to issue a fatwa declaring war against it as illegitimate, but talks stall over religious authority…

Pakistan Does Not Rule Out Strikes on Militant Sanctuaries in Afghanistan

Pakistan may target militant sanctuaries in Afghanistan after deadly attacks, says Defense Minister Khawaja Asif amid rising border tensions.