Politics

UN Communications Chief Says Afghan Women Face Widespread Restrictions and Mental Health Crisis

UN official says Afghan women face sweeping Taliban restrictions and a severe mental health crisis five years after the takeover.

UN urges continued support for Afghan women under Taliban restrictions

The UN has urged continued support for Afghan women and girls as Taliban restrictions on education, work and movement remain…

Amnesty International Says Taliban Rule Has Reversed Rights and Freedoms in Afghanistan

Amnesty International says Taliban rule has reversed rights and freedoms in Afghanistan and calls for action against abuses.

Taliban Administration Threatens Pakistan With Land and Air Response

Taliban official warns Pakistan any action from its soil against Afghanistan will be met with ground and air operations.

Taliban says courts handled more than 118,000 women’s rights cases in five years

Taliban says Afghan courts handled more than 118,000 women’s rights cases in five years, including inheritance, property and alimony.

Hibatullah Stresses Obedience Amid Internal Taliban Tensions

Hibatullah Akhundzada says Taliban rule depends on obedience as reports of internal tensions and clashes continue in Afghanistan.

Protests Against Taliban Restrictions Continue in 24 Cities Worldwide

Afghans protest Taliban restrictions in at least 24 cities worldwide, calling for women's rights and an end to rights abuses.

Taliban declare August 28 a public holiday across Afghanistan

Taliban declare August 28 a public holiday across Afghanistan to mark the 107th anniversary of independence.

Haqqani Says Taliban Victory in Afghanistan Will Be Complete Only When Jerusalem Is Free

Sirajuddin Haqqani says Taliban victory in Afghanistan will be complete only when Palestinians prevail and Jerusalem is freed.

China’s Special Envoy Visits Turkey, Pakistan and Afghanistan

China’s special envoy for Afghanistan visits Turkey, Pakistan and Afghanistan to discuss improving ties between Kabul and Islamabad.