Russia leads in recognising Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate
Russia has officially recognised Afghanistan’s Taliban government, signalling a shift in diplomatic relations.
Russia leads in recognising Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate Read More »
Afghanistan
Trump reinstates broad US travel ban, targeting 12 countries
The new directive, effective June 9, bars nationals from countries including Afghanistan, Iran, Libya, Sudan, Somalia, Yemen, and Haiti, among others, from entering the US
Trump reinstates broad US travel ban, targeting 12 countries Read More »
Taliban bans chess in Afghanistan over gambling concerns
Since taking power in 2021, the Taliban has enforced strict and strange regulations based on its interpretation of Islamic law
Taliban bans chess in Afghanistan over gambling concerns Read More »
Russia to assist Taliban in fight against ISIS-K in Afghanistan
Although no country recognizes the Taliban’s government, Russia took a significant step toward cooperation by removing the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations last month
Russia to assist Taliban in fight against ISIS-K in Afghanistan Read More »
Germany suspends Afghan refugee flights amid government transition
Currently, around 2,600 Afghan refugees approved for entry by Germany’s Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) are waiting in Pakistan for visas and flight arrangements
Germany suspends Afghan refugee flights amid government transition Read More »
Russia lifts ban on Taliban, paving way for ties with Afghanistan
The decision, made by Russia’s Supreme Court on Thursday, removes the Taliban from the list of banned terrorist organizations, potentially opening the door for increased diplomatic engagement
Russia lifts ban on Taliban, paving way for ties with Afghanistan Read More »
Pakistan train hijacking death toll hits 31, army blames India, Afghanistan
The separatist Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), which claimed responsibility for Tuesday’s hijacking
Pakistan train hijacking death toll hits 31, army blames India, Afghanistan Read More »
US and Taliban engage in prisoner swap brokered by Qatar
The prisoner swap, brokered by Qatar, comes amidst efforts to improve relations between the US and the Taliban.
US and Taliban engage in prisoner swap brokered by Qatar Read More »
Taliban to close NGOs hiring women, enforces “window-free” spaces
The latest decree, which has left many scratching their heads in disbelief, was communicated through a letter published on X (formerly Twitter) late Sunday night
Taliban to close NGOs hiring women, enforces “window-free” spaces Read More »
TTP suspected in deadly blast targeting Pakistani soldiers
A roadside bomb blast in northwestern Pakistan killed seven soldiers, raising concerns about a surge in militant attacks targeting security forces.
TTP suspected in deadly blast targeting Pakistani soldiers Read More »