Security & Incidents

Salang Highway Closed Due to Heavy Snowfall and Stormy Weather

Salang Highway is temporarily closed due to heavy snow and storms after a fatal bus accident; travelers are advised to…

Mine Clearance Agreement Signed for Five Northern Provinces of Afghanistan

Taliban's disaster agency signs a $200,000 mine clearance agreement with Afghanistan Mine Clearance Institute for five northern provinces.

Thirteen Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Multiple Afghan Provinces

Taliban anti-narcotics police arrest 13 on drug trafficking charges in Balkh, Kunduz, Farah, Faryab, and Sar-e-Pul provinces, seizing drugs and…

Bus Overturns on Northern Salang Highway, Six Dead and Dozens Injured

A bus overturned on the northern Salang highway in Baghlan, killing six and injuring 42 amid heavy snowfall and icy…

Pakistani Authorities Order Evacuation of Afghan Refugee Camp After Attack in Kohat

Following an attack near Kohat, Pakistani authorities order the evacuation of an Afghan refugee camp, raising security concerns for Afghan…

Fire in Kabul’s Mandawi Area Destroys 10 Warehouses and 8 Shops

A fire in Kabul's Mandawi area destroyed 10 warehouses and 8 shops, causing $700,000 in damages according to Taliban officials.

Fire Rages Uncontrolled at Mir Alam Boot Shop Complex in Kabul

A fire at Kabul's Mir Alam boot shop complex in Mandawi is still burning, causing major losses and challenging firefighting…

Taliban Orders Evacuation of Four Villages in Panjshir for Military Expansion

Taliban orders residents of four Panjshir villages to evacuate for military expansion, sparking fears over compensation and civilian rights.

Drug Processing Facility Dismantled in Afghanistan’s Nimruz Province

Taliban authorities in Nimruz dismantle drug factory in Delaram. One arrested as questions rise over anti-drug efforts in remote Afghan…

Snowstorm Forces Temporary Closure of Herat–Torghundi Road to Heavy Trucks

The Herat–Torghundi road in Afghanistan has been closed to heavy trucks due to heavy snow and storms, with only chained…