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Pakistan says it has killed 145 ‘Indian-backed terrorists’ in Balochistan after deadly attacks

By ABDUL SATTAR and MUNIR AHMED Associated Press February 1, 2026 QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistani police and military forces killed over a 100 “Indian-backed terrorists ” in counterterrorism operations across the restive southwestern province of Balochistan over the past 40 hours, government officials said on Sunday, a day after coordinated suicide and gun attacks killed 33 people, mostly

Mujahid: ‘Inclusive Government’ Failed to Bring Stability to Afghanistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 1 Feb 2026 According to him, the new code is more comprehensive and practical than before, enabling judicial processes to be carried out with greater clarity. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, told TOLOnews that over the past four decades the people of Afghanistan have experienced various

Higher Education Minister: Conditions Now in Place for Implementing Sharia

TOLOnews TV Network 1 Feb 2026 The senior official of the Islamic Emirate accused critics of the current laws of being unaware of Islamic law. The Minister of Higher Education of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, speaking in Paktia province, emphasized the role of religious scholars in reforming society, promoting Islamic values, and defending the

Drug Smuggling Persists Along Afghanistan–Tajikistan Border After Deadly Clash, Official Confirms

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 1, 2026 Officials say drug traffickers continue exploiting the long Afghanistan–Tajikistan border as clashes erupt, underscoring persistent regional challenges to counter narcotics smuggling efforts. Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesperson for Kabul administration acknowledged that narcotics smuggling into Tajikistan continues despite ongoing counter-drug efforts along the shared border. Tajik border forces

Islamic Emirate Says It Is Coordinating With Tajikistan on Border Issues

TOLOnews TV Network 31 Jan 2026 The incident, according to authorities in Dushanbe, resulted in the deaths of three individuals. According to reports by Tajik media citing officials from the country’s security forces, an armed clash has occurred along the border between Tajikistan and Afghanistan. The incident, according to authorities in Dushanbe, resulted in the

Afghanistan’s Embassy in Japan Officially Ceases Operations

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 31, 2026 Afghanistan’s embassy in Japan has officially ceased operations, marking another diplomatic closure following political changes that disrupted overseas missions since the takeover. Shida Mohammad Abdali, Afghanistan’s ambassador to Japan, has announced that the operations of Afghanistan’s embassy in Tokyo have been officially suspended as of today, Saturday.

More than 120 dead after multiple suicide and gun attacks in Pakistan, officials say

The Guardian Associated Press Sat 31 Jan 2026 Military says ‘terrorists’ carried out attacks in Balochistan province in what analysts described it as the deadliest day for militants in decades Pakistan’s military said on Saturday that multiple suicide and gun attacks by “terrorists” across the restive south-western province of Balochistan killed 33 people, including civilians,

How the blockade between Afghanistan and Pakistan is affecting people on both sides

Betsy Joles Heard on All Things Considered National Public Radio January 30, 2026 Borders between Pakistan and Afghanistan have been closed since October, disrupting trade around the region. It’s part of a broader dispute over how to handle increasingly active militant groups. AILSA CHANG, HOST: In October, Pakistani and Afghan forces traded fire across their

Islamic Emirate Urges UN Neutrality in Afghanistan’s Internal Affairs

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 31 Jan 2026 According to Mujahid, Afghanistan’s internal issues are solely the concern of its people. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, has emphasized the need for the United Nations to maintain neutrality toward Afghanistan, stating that assessments of the country’s situation should be fair and free

UK Envoy Says a Peaceful Afghanistan Requires Respect for All Rights

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 31, 2026 Britain’s envoy for Afghanistan warned that new court rules threaten justice and peace by discriminating against women, ethnics and dissenting citizens. Richard Lindsay, the UK’s representative for Afghanistan, said a just and peaceful Afghanistan requires respect for the rights of all citizens. He said the Taliban’s newly

Qatar Reaffirms Key Role in UN-Led Efforts on Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 30Jan 2026 The two sides discussed cooperation between the United Nations and Qatar, particularly in the humanitarian and development sectors related to Afghanistan. Qatar has once again reaffirmed its pivotal role in hosting dialogues and supporting international efforts to address the situation in Afghanistan. In this context, Mariam bint Ali bin Nasser

UN Chief Highlights Women’s Rights, Security and Inclusion in Afghanistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 30 Jan 2026 António Guterres added that engagement with the Islamic Emirate in some areas has had positive effects. António Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, said at a press conference in New York that the organization is pursuing four objectives in Afghanistan. He said a fundamental condition for

Australia to Suspend Afghanistan Embassy Operations

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 30, 2026 Australia’s Foreign Ministry announced the Afghanistan embassy in Canberra will be suspended after June 30, 2026, following an agreement on an orderly and dignified transition process. The ministry and Afghanistan embassy issued a joint statement Friday saying the transition will occur without compromising either party’s principled positions on

US Senate Committee Approves Bill to Block Access to American Aid in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 30, 2026 The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee has approved a bill aimed at cutting off Taliban access to US financial assistance to Afghanistan, according to a committee statement. Committee Chairman Jim Risch said the legislation was passed on Thursday and is designed to ensure that not a single

Missing in Kabul: The U.S. Citizen Witnesses Say Was Held by the Taliban

By Elian Peltier and Adam Goldman Them New York Times Jan. 28, 2026 Taliban officials deny holding a U.S.-Afghan citizen, who witnesses and U.S. officials say was detained by Afghanistan’s intelligence services in 2022. On a summer morning in 2022, Afghan men blindfolded a U.S.-Afghan citizen on a street of Kabul, the country’s capital, and drove him away

Russia and Islamic Emirate Deepen Defense Cooperation Talks

TOLOnews TV Network 29 Jan 2026 The report added that both sides agreed to establish structured and ongoing defense cooperation. Mohammad Qasim Farid, Deputy Minister for Strategy and Policy at the Ministry of Defense of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, held official talks in Russia with his Russian counterpart, discussing regional security, bilateral cooperation, and

SIGAR to End Mission in Afghanistan After 17 Years of Oversight

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 29 Jan 2026 The Islamic Emirate stated that SIGAR was created during the U.S. presence to monitor American spending and had nothing to do with Afghans. The Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) has announced that it will formally end operations on January 31, 2026. With the conclusion of SIGAR’s

Over 14 Million People in Afghanistan to Need Health Services in 2026: UN Report

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 29, 2026 The UN predicts 14.4 million people in Afghanistan will require health services in 2026, highlighting the country’s ongoing humanitarian crisis. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has forecast that 14.4 million people in Afghanistan will need health services in 2026. According to a

Taliban birth control ban: women ‘broken’ by lethal pregnancies and untreated miscarriages

Sana Atef, Mahtab Safi and Mahsa Elham for Zan Times The Guardian Thu 29 Jan 2026 Women across Afghanistan describe the traumatic impact of disappearing clinics and contraception Parwana* no longer recognises her own children. Once known for her beauty in her village in Kandahar province, the 36-year-old sits on the floor of her mother’s

Uzbekistan Eyes Military Cooperation with Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 28 Jan 2026 According to the report, this issue is highlighted in the draft presidential decree of Uzbekistan and aligns with the implementation of the 2030 strategy. Uzbek media outlets reported that Uzbekistan is seriously considering potential military-technical cooperation with Afghanistan as part of efforts to strengthen military-political dialogue in the region.

Amnesty Condemns Shutdown of Media Support Organizations in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 28, 2026 Amnesty International says cancellation of independent media support organizations’ licenses is part of an ongoing campaign to suppress and eliminate press freedom in Afghanistan. The Taliban’s Information and Culture Ministry announced Monday it was revoking licenses of all media support organizations except three, claiming these groups were

Justice Ministry Warns Critics of Laws Will Face Prosecution in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 28, 2026 The Ministry of Justice has warned that criticism of its legal code constitutes objection to Islamic law and critics will face prosecution in Afghanistan. The ministry stated Wednesday that its legislative documents are drafted using “the book of God and the Sunnah of the Prophet” in response

Tens of thousands flee northwest Pakistan over fears of military operation

By RIAZ KHAN Associated Press January 27, 2026 BARA, Pakistan (AP) — More than 70,000 people, mostly women and children, have fled a remote region in northwestern Pakistan bordering Afghanistan over uncertainty of a military operation against the Pakistani Taliban, residents and officials said Tuesday. Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif has denied the claim by residents

Afghanistan’s Population Surges by 12% After Return of 4.8 Million Migrants

TOLOnews TV Network 27 Jan 2026 He also noted that 30% of returning families are female-headed, and more than half of the returnees are women and children. The UNHCR representative told TOLOnews that since December 2023, over 4.8 million Afghan migrants have returned to the country an influx that has increased Afghanistan’s population by 12%.

US–Kabul Talks on US Detainees Stall Amid Guantanamo Dispute, NYT Reports

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 27, 2026 Secret talks between the United States and Kabul over freeing American detainees have stalled after disputes over releasing a Guantanamo prisoner, the New York Times reported. Negotiations between US officials and the Taliban have reached an impasse after months of quiet discussions aimed at securing the release

Over 90% of 10-Year-Olds in Afghanistan Cannot Read, UNICEF Warns

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 27, 2026 UNICEF warns that more than 90 percent of 10-year-old children in Afghanistan cannot read a simple text, highlighting a deep educational crisis. UNICEF said on Tuesday, January 27, that Afghanistan’s education system is at a critical point, with widespread illiteracy undermining basic learning for children. The agency

Taliban bring varna system in Afghanistan, make mullahs untouchable

Sushim Mukul India Today. 27 Jan 2026 Afghanistan’s Taliban’s newly issued Criminal Procedure Code has triggered alarm among rights groups about dividing Afghan society into rigid classes, where religious elites (mullahs) will enjoy near-immunity from punishment for crimes. Critics say the Taliban have revived slavery-like legal categories and given legal sanctity to violence. The Taliban

American Dennis Coyle marks 1 year of detention in Afghanistan

By Olivia Gazis, Camilla Schick, Sami Yousafzai CBS News January 26, 2026 Monday marks one year since Dennis Coyle, a 64-year-old academic from Colorado, was taken by force from his Kabul apartment by the Taliban. His abduction came just six days after another American, Ryan Corbett, was released at the start of President Trump’s second term. Coyle, who spent

The Taliban Say They’re Ready to Release U.S. Prisoners. But Which Ones?

By Elian Peltier and Adam Goldman The New York Times Jan. 26, 2026 For months, U.S. and Afghan officials have secretly negotiated the release of U.S. detainees — a priority for President Trump and a nonnegotiable prerequisite for any further diplomatic engagement with the Taliban. Yet even as at least five U.S. prisoners have been freed from

Islamic Emirate Seeks Release of Mohammad Rahim for Two Americans

TOLOnews TV Network 26 Jan 2026 Mohammad Rahim has been held at Guantanamo Bay since 2008 and, according to reports, is the last Afghan prisoner in U.S. custody. The New York Times reported that the Islamic Emirate called for the release of the last Afghan detainee at Guantanamo Bay in exchange for the release of

Licenses of several media organizations revoked in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 26, 2026 Ministry of Information and Culture said it has revoked the operating licenses of all journalist support organizations except three. In a statement released on Monday, January 26, the ministry said only three organizations were permitted to continue operating, without naming them. The ministry claimed the decision followed

Over 80% in Afghanistan Lack Access to Reliable Electricity: UNDP

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 26, 2026 The United Nations Development Programme says Afghanistan is facing a severe and persistent energy crisis, with most citizens still lacking access to reliable and sustainable electricity services. In a report published on Monday, January 26, UNDP stated that more than 80 percent of Afghanistan’s population does not

Aimal Wali Khan Criticizes Pakistan for Blocking Trade with Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 25 Jan 2026 This comes amid repeated criticism from religious scholars and politicians over the government’s treatment of Afghanistan and tribal populations. Pakistani politicians are increasingly voicing criticism of the central government’s policies. Recently, Aimal Wali Khan, leader of the Awami National Party (ANP), accused the Pakistani government of using terrorism as

Petraeus: No Chance of Reconciliation Between Kabul and Washington

TOLOnews TV Network 25 Jan 2026 He also described the agreement with the current government as one of Washington’s weakest diplomatic deals. David Petraeus, former Director of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and former commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, has recently stated that, under current circumstances, the prospect of reconciliation and constructive engagement

At Pakistan’s Afghan border, a trade shutdown empties markets

By Haq Nawaz Khan and Rick Noack The Washington Post January 25, 2026 PESHAWAR, Pakistan — In the sprawling fruit market in this northwestern Pakistani city, Imran has spent the past several months waiting for shipments that aren’t arriving. The crates of Afghan walnuts, apricots and pomegranates he once hauled through the stalls have disappeared, casualties

UN Deputy Chief Meets in Kabul to Discuss Humanitarian Aid and Doha Process

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 25, 2026 United Nations Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo visited Kabul to advance UN-led talks on humanitarian aid, counter-narcotics, and the Doha process framework. Rosemary DiCarlo, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, arrived in Kabul on Saturday to advance key UN-led consultations. The visit focused on the ongoing

Uzbek Power Supply Drop Leaves Kabul With Hours of Daily Outages

TOLOnews TV Network 24 Jan 2026 Citizens are calling on authorities to urgently resolve the issue. A technical issue with the 220-kilovolt electricity line imported from Uzbekistan has led to power shortages in Kabul, causing serious problems for residents. Citizens are calling on authorities to urgently resolve the issue. Abdul Rahman, a Kabul resident, said:

UNICEF, UNESCO warn of deep learning crisis in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 24, 2026 UN agencies UNICEF and UNESCO warned on World Education Day that Afghanistan faces a severe learning crisis affecting millions of children nationwide. UNICEF and UNESCO said in a joint statement on Saturday, January 24, that 93% of children in Afghanistan cannot read adequately by the end

UN Deputy Chief and Muttaqi Hold Talks on the Doha Process in Kabul

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 24, 2026 Rosemary DiCarlo, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, held talks in Kabul on Saturday with Amir Khan Muttaqi on the Doha process. Rosemary DiCarlo, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, met Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi on Saturday during her

UN Women: Girls’ Education a Fundamental Right, Not a Privilege

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 24, 2026 UN Women stresses that education is a fundamental right for every girl and woman, urging immediate global action to ensure access and opportunity. UN Women has emphasized that education is not a privilege but a fundamental right for all women and girls, ensuring equal access and opportunities.

UN Deputy Chief and Muttaqi Hold Talks on the Doha Process in Kabul

Heavy snow and rainfall kill 61, injure 110 over 3 days in Afghanistan, authorities say

By ABDUL QAHAR AFGHAN Associated Press January 24, 2026 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Heavy snow and rainfall over the past three days have killed more than 60 people and injured over 100 across Afghanistan, the country’s disaster management authority said Saturday, as authorities in the impoverished country struggled to open roads and gain access to

An Unlikely Source of Crypto Innovation: Afghanistan

By Aryn Baker The New York Times Jan. 24, 2026 The repressive Taliban government is suspicious of the internet. But a start-up in the country is building blockchain-based tools to transform humanitarian aid. At a bustling money changer in northwestern Syria, a 46-year-old farmer gripped a plastic card like a lifeline. She had never heard

Donald Trump walks back comments about UK soldiers in Afghanistan

The Guardian Saturday, January 24, 2026 After anger at claim that Nato troops ‘stayed off frontlines’, US president says UK forces were ‘great and very brave’ Donald Trump has said UK soldiers who fought in Afghanistan were “among the greatest of all warriors” after previously drawing criticism for his claims that Nato troops stayed away

Afghanistan Skips ECO Disaster Risk Meeting in Pakistan

Mitra Majeedy Journalist Tolo News 21 Jan 2026 Pakistan is hosting a regional gathering today and tomorrow, bringing together senior officials from ECO member countries ECO Meeting Focuses on Reducing Risks of Natural Disasters Pakistan is hosting a regional gathering today and tomorrow, bringing together senior officials from ECO member countries, as well as representatives

Ban on Medicine Imports From Pakistan to Take Effect in 20 Days

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 21, 2026 Authorities say medicine imports from Pakistan will be banned after February 9, triggering price spikes and concerns over drug supplies nationwide. The Taliban finance ministry said on Wednesday that a ban on importing medicines from Pakistan will take effect after February 9, ending customs clearance at all

221,000 Earthquake Survivors in Eastern Afghanistan Still Need Urgent Aid

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 21, 2026 The UN says 221,000 survivors of eastern Afghanistan’s recent earthquake remain in urgent need of humanitarian assistance amid funding and logistical challenges. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported on Wednesday that 221,000 people affected by the eastern Afghanistan earthquake still require immediate

Trump criticizes Afghanistan exit, says leaving Bagram was a mistake

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 21, 2026 US President Donald Trump renewed criticism of the Afghanistan withdrawal, calling it America’s weakest moment and blaming Biden for deadly Kabul airport chaos. Donald Trump said the withdrawal from Afghanistan represented the weakest point in US history, citing the killing of 13 American soldiers in the Kabul

UN Rapporteur Urges Recognition of Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 21, 2026 UN special rapporteur Richard Bennett called for global backing to recognize gender apartheid in Afghanistan as a crime under international law. Richard Bennett, the UN Human Rights Council’s special rapporteur for Afghanistan, on Wednesday urged the international community to support formal recognition of gender apartheid in the

Deportations of Afghans from Iran Surge as Protests Subside

Nasir Ahmad Salehi TOLOnews Reporter 20 Jan 2026 According to them, between 1,000 to 2,000 individuals are returning daily through the Islam Qala border crossing.Local o fficials in Herat say that with the decline of protests in Iran, the deportation of Afghan migrants from the country has increased. According to them, between 1,000 to 2,000

Islamic State Claims Deadly Attack on Chinese Restaurant in Afghanistan

By Elian Peltier and Yaqoob Akbary Reporting from Kabul, Afghanistan The New York Times Jan. 21, 2026 A bombing claimed by the Islamic State wing in Afghanistan killed at least seven people and wounded more than a dozen in a Chinese restaurant in Kabul on Monday, officials said, in a sign of the group’s persistent threat despite

China Calls for Protection of Its Citizens Following Kabul Explosion

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 20, 2026 China urged authorities to protect its citizens in Afghanistan after a deadly explosion struck a Chinese-run hotel in central Kabul city. China’s foreign ministry said on Tuesday it had formally asked Taliban authorities to take serious measures to ensure the safety of all Chinese citizens, projects, and

The Unseen Drought: How Widespread Female Illiteracy Threatens Water Conservation

Numan Rahim Khaama Press January 20, 2026 Female illiteracy in Afghanistan undermines water conservation, leaving millions at risk as households struggle with scarcity, poor hygiene, and inefficient water use practices. While global water crises are often framed around infrastructure, climate, and technology, one of the most overlooked drivers is female illiteracy. Millions of Afghan women

‘Content to die’: Afghanistan’s hunger crisis worsened by winter, aid cuts

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar and Sayed Hassib Reuters January 20, 2026 KABUL, Jan 20 (Reuters) – In the dull glow of a single bulb lighting their tent on the outskirts of Kabul, Samiullah and his wife Bibi Rehana sit down to dry bread and tea, their only meal of the day, accompanied by their five children and

Islamic State group claims blast on Chinese restaurant in Kabul that killed 7

By ABDUL QAHAR AFGHAN Associated Press January 20, 2026 The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for an explosion at a Chinese restaurant in Afghanistan’s capital that killed at least seven people, including a Chinese national, and wounded more than a dozen others KABUL, Afghanistan — The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for an explosion at

Mujahid: Investigation Underway into Afghanistan-Tajikistan Border Clash

TOLOnews TV Network 19 Jan 2026 Tajikistan’s State Committee for National Security (SCNS) said the case is under criminal investigation. The spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, Zabihullah Mujahid, says investigations are ongoing into a clash that occurred between a group of individuals and Tajik border forces along the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border. According to Mujahid,

Is Islamic State behind Kabul explosion? Know about similar incidents in Afghanistan

Vaishali Shastri India Jan 19, 2026, A massive explosion rocked Afghanistan’s capital Kabul on Monday. Though authorities and police did not immediately reveal the cause of the explosion, they said that the investigation was underway. Islamic State – Khorasan Province (ISKP), IS affiliate, has taken responsibility for major bombings. ISKP, an Islamic State affiliated group

Blast kills seven people at hotel restaurant in Afghanistan’s capital Kabul

By Al Jazeera Staff and News Agencies Published On 19 Jan 2026 Explosion occurs in downtown Shahr-e-Naw neighbourhood, ⁠thought to be one of the most secure areas ‌of Kabul. An explosion ‍has torn through a Chinese-run restaurant in a hotel in a heavily guarded part of Afghanistan’s capital, killing a Chinese national and six Afghans and

U.S. Senate to Draft Bill Blocking Aid to Islamic Emirate

TOLOnews TV Network 19 January 2026 According to Risch, the meeting is scheduled for January 29, and the main focus will be ensuring that no U.S. financial aid goes to the Taliban. Republican Senator James Risch says the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Working Group is drafting a bill in its first session of 2026 to

UN report shows sharp decline in Afghan opium cultivation; warns of synthetic drug threat

Ariana News January 18, 2026 A new United Nations report reveals that opium poppy cultivation and opium production in Afghanistan fell significantly in 2025, continuing the steep contraction of Afghanistan’s traditional opiate economy — but shifts in drug markets and economic pressures pose new challenges for the country and the region. According to the Afghanistan

Deputy Minister of Borders: Islamic Emirate ‘Not Dependent on East or West’

TOLOnews TV Network 18 January 2026 Hamdullah Fitrat added that coercion and the division of people into parties and sects have now ended in the country. A public gathering titled “National Unity, Survival of the Islamic System, and Public Welfare” was held in Kabul by the Ministry of Borders and Tribal Affairs. During the event,

UN Warns 17.4 Million Afghans Could Face Severe Food Insecurity in 2026

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 18, 2026 The UN warns that 17.4 million Afghans, over one-third of the population, may face acute food insecurity in 2026 amid worsening crises. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has warned that approximately 17.4 million people in Afghanistan, over a third of the

Islamic Emirate Recalls 13 Diplomats from Germany, Plans New Appointments

TOLOnews TV Network 17 Jan 2026 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has not yet issued an official response to these reports. German media outlets reported that the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has, since November 2024, recalled 13 diplomats who were sent to Germany before the political changes of 2021.

Shelter Crisis Deepens as Afghan Returnees Increase

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 17 Jan 2026 Officials from the Islamic Emirate say efforts are underway to address this issue, with land distribution continuing in several provinces. With the growing number of Afghan refugees returning to the country, securing shelter has become a serious challenge for many of them. Officials from the Islamic Emirate

Pakistan Detains Over 130,000 Afghans in Five Months, UN Finds

TOLOnews TV Network 17 Jan 2026 Migrants residing in the country have also complained about how migrants are being treated. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), in a joint report with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), has reported the detention of over 130,000 Afghan migrants in less than the past five months.

A Refuge for Afghan Music Is at Risk of Falling Silent

By Elian Peltier Reporting from Peshawar, Pakistan The New York Times Jan. 17, 2026 Peshawar is a haven for Afghan artists who fled from the Taliban, which has banned music. A new policy of deportations by Pakistan threatens this community of exiles. The Pakistani city of Peshawar once offered refuge to generations of Afghans, including

Afghanistan Faces Triple Crisis of Drought, Mass Returns and Funding Shortfalls, UN Says

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 17, 2026 The United Nations said Afghanistan is facing a triple crisis driven by drought, returning migrants and funding shortfalls, worsening food insecurity and limiting access to health and basic services. Afghanistan is facing a convergence of three major crises, drought, mass migrant returns and shrinking global aid, that

UN Rights Envoy Urges Release of Detained Journalist and Female Sports Coach in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 17, 2026 The UN human rights rapporteur for Afghanistan called for the immediate release of a journalist and a female sports coach detained by authorities. The United Nations special rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, has called for the immediate release of two women detained in separate

Putin Reaffirms Afghanistan’s Regional Role, Highlights Ties with Kabul

TOLOnews TV Network 16 Jan 2026 He made these remarks during a credential ceremony for ambassadors from 30 countries, including Afghanistan, at the Kremlin. As the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan expands its diplomatic engagement with the region, Russian President Vladimir Putin has once again emphasized Afghanistan’s role in regional dynamics in his latest remarks. Putin

Afghanistan’s Mineral Resources Seen as Key to Economic Self-Sufficiency

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 16 Jan 2026 The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum also emphasizes that the process of extraction and utilization of mines is time-consuming. Afghanistan is among the countries with vast and diverse mineral resources; assets that can play a vital role in industrial growth, job creation, and achieving economic self-sufficiency. Officials at

UN Says Hunger in Afghanistan Forcing Families to Sell Girls Into Early Marriage

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 16, 2026 The United Nations warned that worsening hunger in Afghanistan is driving desperate coping measures, as unemployment, poverty and funding cuts deepen the humanitarian crisis. The head of the World Food Programme (WFP) in Afghanistan warned that worsening malnutrition is pushing families into desperate measures, including selling young

Over 5.2 Million Return to Afghanistan from Iran and Pakistan in 2025, Aid Groups Warn

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 16, 2026 More than 5.2 million people returned to Afghanistan from Iran and Pakistan in 2025, worsening humanitarian pressures, aid agencies said, urging increased international support. More than 5.2 million people returned to Afghanistan from Iran and Pakistan between January and November 2025, sharply worsening the country’s already fragile

Hunger Threatens Nearly 5 Million in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 15, 2026 The International Committee of the Red Cross says 4.7 million people in Afghanistan are facing hunger, with assessments revealing the depth of the crisis. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said in a new report that 4.7 million people in Afghanistan are facing hunger, with recent

Afghanistan passport ranked weakest worldwide again

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 15, 2026 The Afghanistan passport has again been ranked the world’s weakest, allowing visa-free travel to only 24 destinations, according to Henley’s latest index. Afghanistan has once again been ranked as holding the world’s weakest passport, according to the latest assessment by Henley & Partners, extending a decade-long position

Trump plans to shut Afghan evacuee camp in Qatar, U.S. lawmaker says

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 15, 2026 A U.S. lawmaker said President Donald Trump plans to close a Qatar-based transit camp for Afghan evacuees, raising concerns about stalled resettlement efforts. U.S. Representative Gregory Meeks said President Donald Trump has informed Congress of plans to close Camp Al Sayliyah in Qatar, a temporary housing facility

Rift at top of the Taliban: BBC reveals clash of wills behind internet shutdown

BBC Afghan 15 January 2026 It was a piece of audio obtained by the BBC that revealed what worries the Taliban’s leader most. Not an external danger, but one from within Afghanistan, which the Taliban seized control of as the previous government collapsed and the US withdrew in 2021. He warned of “insiders in the

Russia Rejects Direct Talks with US Over Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 14 January 2026 Kabulov cited the U.S.’s hostile approach and imposition of sanctions on Afghanistan as the reason for this stance. The special envoy of the Russian President for Afghanistan has said that Moscow and Washington have not had any direct contact or dialogue regarding Afghanistan so far. Zamir Kabulov told the

Afghan Families Return from Tajikistan Amid Regional Migrant Influx

TOLOnews TV Network 14 January 2026 The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation says that over the past nine months, 108 Afghan families have returned to the country from Tajikistan. Amid the large-scale return of Afghan migrants from Iran and Pakistan, a number of Afghan migrants have also returned to Afghanistan from Tajikistan. The Ministry of

Over 492,000 Afghans Returned via Spin Boldak from Pakistan in 2025

TOLOnews TV Network 13 JANUARY 2026 According to them, the returnees received initial aid, and land has also been allocated to eligible families for shelter. Officials at the Kandahar Directorate of Refugees and Repatriation say that during the past year (2025), a total of 492,028 individuals, including 32,829 prisoners, returned to Afghanistan via Spin Boldak.

Pakistan allows over 6,000 stranded Karachi port containers to be exported to Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 14, 2026 Pakistan has allowed over 6,000 Afghan trade containers stranded at Karachi port to be exported, easing financial burdens on traders amid ongoing border closures. Pakistani authorities have approved the export of more than 6,000 transit containers belonging to Afghan traders from the port of Karachi, according to

UNICEF Seeks $950 Million To Support 12 Million People In Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 14, 2026 UNICEF said it needs $950 million to support 12 million people in Afghanistan, including 6.5 million children, amid worsening humanitarian conditions. UNICEF said it urgently needs $950 million to meet the basic humanitarian needs of 12 million people in Afghanistan, including 6.5 million children, warning the funding

Hawley expects ‘Trojan Horse’ hearing to reveal dozens of terror-linked Afghan parolees in US

By Leo Briceno Fox News January 14, 2026 Senate hearing Wednesday will examine vetting failures after November terrorist attack by Afghan national in DC Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., said a Senate hearing Wednesday will expose how the Biden administration’s Afghan refugee program allowed scores of individuals with alleged terrorist ties to enter the United States —

Afghan Women Face Hardship Amid Forced Returns from Pakistan, Iran

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 13, 2026 Thousands of Afghan women and families returned from Pakistan and Iran struggle with poverty, lack of shelter, and growing human rights concerns. Afghanistan is witnessing a growing humanitarian crisis as thousands of women and families are forcibly deported from neighboring countries, particularly Pakistan and Iran. Returnees report

In a rare interview, the Taliban’s chief spokesman exposes the gap between narrative and reality

By South Asia bureau chief Meghna Bali in Kabul Australian Broadcast Company/ABC Sunday 11 January 2026 ABC granted rare interview with the senior Taliban figure. (ABC) Zabihullah Mujahid, the Taliban’s chief spokesman, is rarely seen sitting across from a woman, let alone agreeing to a long, unscripted interview. But on a recent cold morning in Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul,

Afghanistan reiterates it will not allow foreign military presence

Source: Xinhua January 13, 2026 KABUL, Jan. 13 (Xinhua) — Afghan government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said on Monday in an interview that Afghanistan does not accept any form of foreign military presence and will never hand over Bagram Air Base to the United States. U.S. President Donald Trump had threatened last year to reoccupy Bagram

One in Four Afghan Returnees Lacks Shelter: IOM

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 11, 2026 Around 2.4 million Afghan migrants returning from neighboring countries struggle with unemployment, inadequate shelter, and limited access to essential services, IOM says. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that only 11 percent of returning Afghan migrants have jobs, leaving the majority without income. The organization stated

After fleeing the Taliban, they felt safe in America. A shooting in D.C. changed everything.

Robert Samuels The Washington Post January 11, 2026 MANHATTAN, Kan. — Inside a small beige room in a modest beige house, three Afghan refugees gathered around a long table where a lifelong Kansan had prepared for them a lesson about the Constitution. “When the U.S. fought for freedom, they needed to create new rules,” she

‘I can’t walk anymore’: Afghans freeze to death on route to Iran

Agence France-Presse 5 Jan 2026 Ghunjan (Afghanistan) (AFP) – Habibullah set off from his home in western Afghanistan determined to find work in Iran, only for the 15-year-old to freeze to death while walking across the mountainous frontier. “He was forced to go, to bring food for the family,” his mother, Mah Jan, told AFP at

Pakistan–Afghanistan Trade Falls 53% as Border Closures Persist

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 9, 2026 Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has dropped 53 percent amid prolonged border closures, with exporters suffering heavy losses, Pakistani officials and media reports say. Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has dropped by 53 percent, largely due to prolonged border closures, Pakistan’s The Nation newspaper reported, citing official

AfghanEvac Says U.S. Offering Cash to Afghan Refugees to Return to Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 9, 2026 AfghanEvac says the U.S. government is offering cash to Afghan refugees to abandon resettlement, warning many face serious threats if they return home. Shawn VanDiver, head of the Afghan refugee advocacy group AfghanEvac, said reports indicate the U.S. government is offering cash to Afghan refugees at the

MSF Warns Afghan Refugee Expulsions from Pakistan Spark Winter Humanitarian Crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 8, 2026 Doctors Without Borders warns that mass Afghan refugee expulsions from Pakistan are creating a severe winter humanitarian crisis, putting children, women, and families at risk. Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has warned that the large-scale expulsion of Afghan refugees from Pakistan is creating a serious humanitarian crisis, particularly

EU to Hold Special Meeting on Afghanistan’s Worsening Water Crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 8, 2026 The European Union will hold a special meeting this month to assess Afghanistan’s deepening water crisis and explore practical solutions to growing shortages. The European Union delegation in Afghanistan announced that it will hold a special meeting on January 21 to examine the country’s worsening

UK MP Says Turning Back on Women in Afghanistan Betrays Women Worldwide

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 7, 2026 A UK MP warned that turning back on women in Afghanistan would betray women and undermine women’s rights globally. Alice McDonald, a member of the UK Parliament, said in a statement that the government cannot turn its back on the crisis in Afghanistan. She emphasized that failing

Pakistan warns that Afghanistan is becoming ‘hub for terrorists’ and poses regional threat

By MUNIR AHMED Associated Press January 6, 2026 Pakistan’s military is warning that Afghanistan is becoming a “hub for terrorists.” ISLAMABAD — ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan ’s military on Tuesday warned that Afghanistan is becoming a “hub for terrorists and non-state actors,” widening its allegations to assert that its Taliban government is patronizing al-Qaida, the Islamic State group and the Pakistani

3 Killed, 6 Injured in Takhar Protests Over Unregulated Gold Mining

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 6, 2026 Three people were killed and six injured during protests in Chah Ab, Takhar, as residents demonstrated against unregulated gold mining and environmental destruction. Residents of Chah Ab district in Takhar province clashed with local forces during protests over unregulated gold mining and water resource damage, sources said.

Pakistan and China call for ‘visible and verifiable’ steps against Afghan-based terror groups

By MUNIR AHMED Associated Press January 5, 2026 ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan and China called for more “visible and verifiable” steps to eliminate terrorist organizations based in Afghanistan and to prevent Afghan territory from being used for militancy against any country, according to a joint statement. The statement issued Monday followed talks between Pakistan’s Foreign

Taliban spokesman accuses Pakistan of seeking to destabilise Afghanistan

by Bais Hayat AMU TV January 2, 2026 Taliban chief spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid has accused Pakistan of seeking to destabilise Afghanistan in coordination with major powers, including the United States, as relations between the two sides remain strained despite multiple rounds of talks. Mujahid said some elements within Pakistan’s military were acting at the behest of

Pakistan deports more than 2,000 migrants in a day

by Habib Mohammadi AMU TV January 2, 2026 Returning migrants from Pakistan. Archive photo. Pakistan deported more than 2,000 Afghan migrants on Thursday, Jan. 1, the Taliban’s commission for refugee said, as Islamabad presses ahead with a campaign to expel immigrants without valid documents. The commission said the returnees crossed into Afghanistan via the Torkham, Spin

Afghanistan economy remains unstable in 2025

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 2, 2026 Afghanistan’s economy remained fragile in 2025, with soaring unemployment, widespread poverty, disrupted trade, and declining incomes deepening hardship for millions of households nationwide. Afghanistan’s economy remained deeply fragile throughout 2025, with the United Nations reporting unemployment at 75 percent and more than 90 percent of the population

Afghanistan Faces Severe Gender Restrictions as Women Denied Education and Employment in 2025

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press January 2, 2026 In 2025, Afghanistan women and girls faced widespread exclusion from education and work, worsening poverty, limiting economic growth, and threatening long-term social development. Recent reports by the United Nations and international organisations show that in 2025, women and girls in Afghanistan continued to face sweeping restrictions on

Flash flooding in Afghanistan leaves at least 17 dead and around 1,800 families affected

Associated Press Thursday 01 January 2026 Another 11 people have been injured as the flooding swept across several regions of the country since Monday. Devastating flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 17 people in Afghanistan, following the season’s first heavy rain and snow which brought an end to a prolonged dry spell. Among the victims

3 Years After a Toddler’s Parents Fled Kabul, a Reunion Is Still on Hold

By Anna Griffin Reporting from Beaverton, Ore. The New York Times Dec. 31, 2025 The twisting saga that separated the Hashemis in Oregon from their infant son has reached a new dead end: President Trump’s hold on all visas to the United States. Husna Hashemi keeps photos on her phone from the day more than

Over 10,000 Afghanistan and Pakistan Traders’ Shipments Stalled at Karachi Port

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 30, 2025 More than 10,000 Afghanistan and Pakistan traders face mounting losses as transit shipments and containers remain stuck at Karachi port due to border closures. The Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry has warned that over 10,000 Afghan and Pakistani traders are facing severe losses as their transit

UN Requests $1.71 Billion for Afghanistan Humanitarian Aid in 2026

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 31, 2025 The United Nations has requested $1.71 billion for 2026 to support humanitarian programs in Afghanistan, citing widespread poverty, unemployment, and urgent relief needs. The United Nations has requested $1.71 billion in funding for humanitarian programs in Afghanistan for 2026, warning that the country remains one of

Pakistan-Afghanistan Fued Freezes $3 Billion in Annual Bilateral Trade

By RFE/RL staff Dec 30, 2025, 2:00 PM CST The border closure, triggered by cross-border clashes and accusations of sheltering the TTP rebel group, has trapped approximately 8,000 truckers and halted bilateral trade, which previously amounted to $2 billion to $3 billion annually. The trade halt is inflicting severe economic damage, causing irreparable losses to traders,

U.S. Allocates $2 Billion to UN, Afghanistan Excluded from Aid

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 30, 2025 The United States announced $2 billion in humanitarian aid for the United Nations, but Afghanistan will not be included due to political interference concerns. The United States has announced $2 billion in humanitarian aid for the United Nations, though Afghanistan and Yemen will not be included in

Afghanistan to remain major crisis in 2026, UN, partners warn

Humanitarian resources to support women and their children are diminishing in Afghanistan. United Nations press office December 30, 2025 025 © UNICEF/Mark Naftalin Afghanistan is expected to remain one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises in 2026, UN agencies and humanitarian partners warned on Tuesday, launching a $1.7 billion appeal to assist nearly 18 million

‘That video saved our lives’: how women are defying the Taliban’s brutal crackdown on protest

Zahra Nader and Sayed Abdali for Zan Times The Guardian Monday 29 December 2025 The activist Zarmina Paryani speaks from exile in Germany about how Afghanistan has tried to silence the voices of women and girls since the 2021 takeover It was nearly dark on 19 January 2022 when the knocking began. At first soft,

UN Reports Northern Afghanistan Farmers Struggle to Replace Opium Income

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 29, 2025 A United Nations report on Monday, December 29, revealed that farmers in northern Afghanistan are struggling to replace income lost from opium cultivation, highlighting urgent economic and livelihood challenges. A new United Nations report reveals that opium farmers in northern Afghanistan are struggling to replace lost income

Afghanistan Ranked Among Six Most Insecure Countries Globally Amid Rising Poverty, Migration, and Humanitarian Crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 28, 2025 Afghanistan is ranked among the world’s most insecure countries, with political instability, economic hardship, humanitarian crises, and restricted opportunities for women driving widespread migration and insecurity. An international research institute has named Afghanistan as one of the six most insecure countries in the world. Following Afghanistan, Yemen,

UNICEF Warns Funding Cuts Could Push Six Million Children Out of School by 2026

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 28, 2025 UNICEF warned that continued cuts to global education funding could deny schooling and essential services to six million children worldwide by 2026. The UN children’s agency UNICEF has warned that continued cuts to global education funding could force up to six million children out of school by

Millions of Afghans face hunger as aid cuts deepen a humanitarian crisis

By ABDUL KAHAR AFGHAN Associated Press December 27, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — For 10 hours a day, Rahimullah sells socks from his cart in eastern Kabul, earning about $4.5 to $6 per day. It’s a pittance, but it’s all he has to feed his family of five. Rahimullah, who like many Afghans goes by

Republicans Who Backed Afghan Visas Are Mum as Trump Halts Them

By Megan Mineiro and Adam Sella Reporting from the Capitol The New York Times Dec. 25, 2025 Back in 2021, as Kabul fell to the Taliban following the chaotic U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan, Republicans in Congress were among the loudest voices in Washington arguing that the United States had to throw open its doors to those

‘International community has lost interest’: Afghanistan’s first female vice-president sees history repeating

Ben Doherty The Guardian 25 Dec 2025 Sima Samar has spent a lifetime working for the ideals of a country that no longer exists, but even in exile she dreams of rebuilding for a second time The peace of the graveyard has descended upon Afghanistan. “Afghanistan might seem safe now, there are not a lot of

Bloomberg: Afghans in U.S. Summoned to Present Documents During Holidays

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 26 Dec 205 According to the report, this move has drawn sharp criticism from immigrant rights organizations. Bloomberg reported that the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has summoned Afghan migrants residing in the United States to present their documents during the official Christmas and New Year holidays. According to

Afghanistan embassy in Japan to suspend operations from January 2026

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 26, 2025 Afghanistan’s embassy in Japan said it will suspend all operations from January 31, 2026, following consultations with Japanese authorities amid ongoing diplomatic uncertainty. The Afghanistan embassy in Japan has announced it will suspend operations after the end of January next year, marking another diplomatic closure following

Severe Drinking Water Shortage in Kabul’s District 7 Raises Public Alarm

Khaama Press December 24, 2025 Some of them say they have been struggling with a water crisis for months, a problem that has severely affected their daily lives. In District 7 of Kabul city, the shortage of drinking water has become one of the most serious daily challenges for residents. Some of them say they

Taliban minister says Afghanistan relied on Pakistan for 70% of medicines

by Milad Sayar AMU TV News December 23, 2025 Taliban public health minister Noor Jalal Jalali. Archive photo. Noor Jalal Jalali, the Taliban health minister, said on Tuesday that the country is seeking to reduce its reliance on medicines imported from Pakistan, which he said previously supplied up to 70% of Afghanistan’s pharmaceutical market. Jalali, speaking

Mujahid: Intelligence Shared by Afghanistan Led to ISIS Arrests in Pakistan

TOLOnews TV Network 24 Dec 2025 According to Mujahid, the Islamic Emirate not only raised these concerns in meetings but also called for the destruction of these hideouts. After Mohammad Goran, an ISIS-K member, was arrested by Turkish intelligence, Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, stated that the arrest of ISIS

Kabul Governor Denies Internal Divisions in Islamic Emirate

TOLOnews TV Network 23 Dec 2025 Speaking at a community gathering in Kabul, Obaid stressed the importance of unity and maintaining the current system. The Governor of Kabul, Aminullah Obaid, has emphasized that there are no internal disagreements among Islamic Emirate officials and urged the public not to believe rumors suggesting otherwise. Speaking at a

U.S. Afghan Allies Fear Deportation Amid Immigration Freeze, Afghan Pilot Voices Concern

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 24, 2025 Afghan refugees evacuated for aiding U.S. forces face detention or deportation under strict immigration policies, leaving thousands uncertain about their safety and future. Afghan allies who assisted U.S. forces in Afghanistan now fear deportation as Trump-era immigration policies halt visas, Green Cards, and Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs),

Afghan Refugees in U.S. Face Christmas ICE Reporting Orders, Raising Legal and Humanitarian Concerns

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 24, 2025 Afghan refugees in the United States have received ICE notices to report on Christmas Day, sparking concerns over legal access, stress, and enforcement during the holidays. Afghan refugees in the United States have been asked to report to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) offices on Christmas

Pakistani Clerics Say Banning Girls’ Education Has No Religious Justification

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 23, 2025 Pakistani religious scholars declared that banning girls’ education in Afghanistan has no religious basis, urging the Kabul administration to immediately reopen schools for female students. A group of Pakistani religious scholars under the “Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam” umbrella criticized the Kabul administration on Monday for denying girls access to

Red Cross Says Nearly Half of Afghanistan’s Population Is Needing Aid in 2025

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 22, 2025 Nearly half of Afghanistan’s population will need humanitarian assistance in 2025, the Red Cross said, warning that conflict, poverty, climate shocks and mass returns are worsening conditions. Afghanistan remains gripped by one of the world’s gravest humanitarian crises, with nearly half of its population expected to depend

Pakistani Opposition Parties Urge Improved Ties with Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 22 Dec 2025 The Pakistan Awami Workers Party, during the meeting, called for the reopening of trade routes and the resumption of commerce with Afghanistan. A two-day meeting of opposition parties in Pakistan and several political figures was held in Islamabad from December 20 to 21. In a 13-point resolution issued at

Japan Backs Doha Process as Key Path for Afghanistan’s Global Reintegration

TOLOnews TV Network 22 Dec 2025 In remarks to TOLOnews, the Japanese diplomat emphasized that Japan supports the Doha process and actively participates in it. The Japanese ambassador in Kabul stated the Doha process is effective in addressing Afghanistan’s issues due to its inclusivity. In remarks to TOLOnews, the Japanese diplomat emphasized that Japan supports

Economic Crisis in Iran Forces Thousands of Afghans to Return Home

TOLOnews TV Network 22 Dec 25 Others who were residing in Iran illegally reported being detained and deported. The worsening economic crisis in Iran has led to a rise in the number of Afghan migrants leaving the country. In recent months, thousands of Afghan migrants have departed Iran, citing rising prices and the devaluation of

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Urges World to Expand Economic Ties Instead of Sanctions

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 20, 2025 Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar urged the world to expand economic ties instead of imposing sanctions, as Afghanistan faces a deepening economic crisis, high unemployment, widespread poverty, and restrictions on women’s education. Taliban deputy prime minister for economic affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar on Saturday urged regional and

Karzai urges reopening of schools and universities for girls in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press- December 20, 2025 Former Afghanistan president Hamid Karzai urged authorities to reopen schools and universities to girls, saying education beyond sixth grade is essential for Afghanistan’s future. Hamid Karzai urged Afghanistan’s rulers to reopen schools and universities to girls, saying education was essential for the country’s future and long-term self-reliance. In

Republicans drop support for Afghan wartime allies after National Guard shooting

By Eric Bazail-Eimil Politico 12/18/2025 Once-stalwart GOP backers of programs for Afghans who helped the war effort are hedging their support after the Nov. 26 National Guard shooting. Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill have long come together around supporting Afghans who worked with U.S. forces during the war in Afghanistan. Not anymore. The November

Republicans are divided on Afghan immigrant policy after the National Guard shooting

Ximena Bustillo, Anusha Mathur National Public Radio December 16, 2025 Some Republicans in Congress are splitting from the Trump administration over its crackdown on legal immigration from Afghanistan, especially for those migrants who helped U.S. war efforts there. Over the past year, the U.S. has paused visa and other programs for Afghan nationals, among others. Those

Over 17 Million in Afghanistan Face Severe Hunger as Winter Approaches, Warns WFP

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 16, 2025 Over 17 million people in Afghanistan face severe food insecurity this winter, with malnutrition rising sharply, as WFP warns urgent humanitarian assistance is critically needed. The World Food Programme has warned that more than 17 million Afghans are facing severe food insecurity as winter approaches, marking a

Land Distribution for Returnee Refugees Begins in Several Provinces

TOLOnews TV Network 16 Dec 2025 Meanwhile, some deportees from Pakistan have called on the government to provide shelter and land in their home provinces, highlighting their dire conditions. As part of ongoing efforts to address the challenges faced by Afghan refugees returning from neighboring countries, the Ministry of Urban Development and Housing has announced

Siraj-ul-Haq: Tensions Between Kabul and Islamabad Serve U.S. Objectives

TOLOnews TV Network 16 Dec 2025 He warned Pakistani officials that a conflict with Afghanistan would serve the interests and desires of the United States. The former leader of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Siraj-ul-Haq, has said that the people of Pakistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa do not want a war between Kabul and Islamabad. He warned Pakistani officials

Hanafi: Defending Islamic System ‘Obligation for Every Afghan’

TOLOnews TV Network 15 Dec 2025 The head of Pakistan’s Ulema Council also emphasized that Pakistani soil must not be used against Afghanistan. The Minister of Vice and Virtue of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, referring to a recent fatwa by religious scholars in Kabul, has emphasized that in the event of any aggression against

UK Advises Citizens Against Travel to Afghanistan Over Security Risks

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 15, 2025 Britain has warned its citizens against travelling to Afghanistan, citing severe security risks, closed borders, rising violence and limited consular assistance. Britain’s Foreign Office on Monday issued a strong warning advising its citizens not to travel to Afghanistan, describing conditions across the country as extremely dangerous. In

Biden officials go silent when asked about Afghan refugee program after guardsmen shooting

By Charles Creitz Fox News December 15, 2025 Harris, Blinken, Austin silent on Operation Allies Welcome Former top Biden administration decision makers were silent on whether they stand by the vetting procedures deployed for “Operation Allies Welcome,” the Afghan resettlement program that was utilized by the alleged National Guard attacker to get to the U.S.

No Leadership Disputes Within Islamic Emirate, Deputy Minister Asserts

Farid Ahmad Atiqi Tolo News 14 Dec 2025 Rahmatullah Najib said that groups opposing the Islamic system with foreign support will never achieve their goals. The Deputy Administrative Minister of the Ministry of Interior says Afghanistan’s enemies are trying to create instability in the country by inciting conflict and insecurity at the behest of foreign

Transfer of Afghanistan’s Black Hawk Helicopters from Uzbekistan to Peru

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 15, 2025 The United States has transferred Afghanistan’s Black Hawk helicopters from Uzbekistan to Peru, marking a significant move in the redistribution of the country’s military assets. The United States has transferred UH-60A+ Black Hawk helicopters, previously supplied to Afghanistan’s air force before 2021, to Peru, according to a

Germany to Expedite Transfer of Afghan Refugees from Pakistan by Year-End

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 15, 2025 Germany is accelerating the transfer of Afghan refugees from Pakistan, aiming to complete flights before year-end to protect vulnerable individuals awaiting relocation. Germany has announced accelerated efforts to relocate Afghan refugees from Pakistan, prioritizing their transfer before year-end amid mounting humanitarian concerns. German Foreign Minister Johann Waddel

Iran hosts regional talks on Afghanistan but Kabul stays away

By AMIR VAHDAT Associated Press December 15, 2025 TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Afghanistan’s neighbors met in Iran and agreed to deepen regional coordination to address political, economic and security challenges, as well as calling for sanctions on Afghanistan to be lifted. The only absent party? Afghanistan itself. China, Pakistan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan all

Severe Job Shortage Worsens in Afghanistan’s Cities, Youth Most Affected

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 14 Dec 2025 Meanwhile, the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs says it is developing a mechanism to create more employment opportunities, especially for the youth. The severe lack of job opportunities is one of the most pressing concerns today, particularly in major Afghan cities, with young people being the most

Restricting Education in Afghanistan Amounts to Cultural Genocide, Say Rights Activists

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 14, 2025 Human rights activists warn that restrictions on schools, universities, and female teachers in Afghanistan amount to cultural genocide, threatening the nation’s future generations. The Human Rights Activists Union has warned that Afghanistan is facing a dire situation, describing the Taliban’s restrictions on education as a form

Over 21 Million People in Afghanistan Lack Access to Safe Drinking Water, EU Warns

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 14, 2025 The EU warns that more than 21 million people in Afghanistan lack safe drinking water, prompting emergency aid including wells and water pumps. The European Union’s humanitarian arm in Asia and the Pacific has warned that more than 21 million people across Afghanistan do not have access

Haqqani Admits Kabul Rulers Use Violence and Fear to Maintain Control

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 13, 2025 Acting Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani acknowledged that the rulers in Kabul have relied on violence, intimidation, and fear to maintain control over the people. Taliban Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani said on Friday in Khost province that a government ruling through “fear and force” cannot be considered legitimate,

Tehran to Host Fourth Regional Meeting on Afghanistan Tomorrow

Mitra Majeedy Tolo News 13 Dec 2025 The main focus of the meeting will be on Afghanistan, and discussions are also expected to address tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Sources have informed TOLOnews that a regional meeting on Afghanistan will be held tomorrow in Tehran. The main focus of the meeting will be on Afghanistan,

Trump wants Bagram back. Satellite images show how the Taliban are using it.

By Rick Noack and Amaya Verde The Washington Post December 13, 2025 For two decades, Bagram Airfield was the nerve center of the U.S.-led counterterrorism campaign across Afghanistan and the main hub for Special Operations troops. But as U.S. forces were withdrawing from Afghanistan in August 2021, the Afghan military that they had armed and trained collapsed.

Tehran to Host Fourth Regional Meeting on Afghanistan

Mitra Majeedy Journalist Tolo News 11 Dec 2025 According to the spokesperson of Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the aim of the meeting is to hold discussions on various issues related to Afghanistan. Tehran is set to host the fourth regional meeting on Afghanistan in the coming week. According to the spokesperson of Iran’s Ministry

U.S. Lawmakers Vow to Cut Aid Flowing to Islamic Emirate via NGOs

TOLOnews TV Network 11 Dec 2025 In response, the Ministry of Economy in Afghanistan emphasized that humanitarian aid should not be politicized. Amid ongoing efforts by U.S. officials to restrict financial assistance to Afghanistan, two Republican members of the U.S. House of Representatives, who recently met with the Secretary of State, say Senator Marco Rubio

Afghan Dual Nationals Can Enter Afghanistan Without Visa, Ministry Confirms

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 12, 2025 Afghan dual nationals can now enter Afghanistan without a visa, the Foreign Ministry confirmed, clarifying travel rules for citizens holding multiple nationalities. The Taliban’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that Afghan citizens holding dual nationality do not require a visa to enter the country. This

Sharif Calls for International Pressure on Kabul Amid Afghanistan Terror Threats

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 12, 2025 Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has urged the international community to pressure Kabul, warning of escalating terrorism threats originating from Afghanistan. Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has urged the international community to pressure the Taliban to fulfill their commitments on counterterrorism, warning of a growing terrorism threat

US Says 2,000 Afghan Evacuees Flagged for Suspected Extremist Links

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 12, 2025 A senior U.S. official told Congress that about 2,000 Afghan evacuees were allegedly flagged for possible extremist links, though no confirmed ties were established. A senior U.S. counterterrorism official has informed Congress that thousands of individuals flagged for potential extremist links have entered the United States in

Afghan polio survivor’s sock factory provides hope by employing disabled workers

By OMID HAQJOO Associated Press December 12, 2025 HERAT, Afghanistan (AP) — In a tiny room in the center of Herat, Afghanistan’s westernmost city, Shahabuddin uses his hands to propel himself along the floor to a freshly-made pile of socks waiting to be sorted and packaged. A double amputee since a roadside bomb took both his

US agents increasingly arresting Afghan asylum seekers, lawyers say: ‘A huge chilling effect’

Maanvi Singh The Guardian Fri 12 Dec 2025 Lawyers say people ‘don’t feel safe to leave their home’ as officials target recent arrivals and those awaiting hearings Immigration agents appear to be increasingly arresting and detaining Afghan asylum seekers, especially men, who have arrived in the US recently and are awaiting court hearings to decide

ICE arrests of Afghans are on the rise in the wake of National Guard attack, immigration lawyers say

By SAHAR AKBARZAI, MARTHA BELLISLE, REBECCA SANTANA and JULIE WATSON Associated Press December 9, 2025 SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — On a recent afternoon, Giselle Garcia, a volunteer who has been helping an Afghan family resettle, drove the father to a check-in with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. She warned him and his family to prepare for the worst. The

Germany drops promise to resettle hundreds of Afghans

Deborah Cole Berlin correspondentThe Guardian Thu 11 Dec 205 Interior ministry will tell 640 people awaiting sanctuary ‘there is no longer any political interest in their being admitted’ Hundreds of Afghans previously promised sanctuary in Germany have been told they are no longer welcome, in a stark U-turn by the conservative chancellor, Friedrich Merz‪. The

Iran Warns UN That Lack of Inclusive Government Could Ignite New Conflict in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 11, 2025 Iran told the UN Security Council that Afghanistan risks renewed instability and conflict unless a genuinely inclusive government is formed to bridge deepening political divisions. Iran has warned that rising tensions in Afghanistan are linked to the absence of an inclusive government, cautioning that renewed conflict could

1.7 Million Children at Risk of Death in Afghanistan: Tom Fletcher

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 11, 2025 UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher warns that 1.7 million children in Afghanistan face deadly malnutrition amid severe winter conditions, funding shortfalls, and stalled aid deliveries. The UN has warned of a growing humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, where 1.7 million children are at risk of death due

Moscow Warns of Deepening Rift Between Islamabad and Kabul

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 11, 2025 Russia has expressed serious concern over escalating tensions between Islamabad and Kabul, urging both sides to resolve differences diplomatically to prevent further regional instability and conflict. Russia has voiced deep concern over rising tensions between Pakistan and the Taliban, urging both sides to settle their differences

Center for Freedom of Expression: Journalists’ Situation in Afghanistan Remains Alarming

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 11, 2025 The Freedom of Expression Center warns that journalists in Afghanistan face increasing threats, censorship, and harassment, putting press freedom and independent reporting at serious risk. On Human Rights Day, the Center for Freedom of Expression warned that journalists and media defenders in Afghanistan face worsening repression and

Herat Elders Call on Politicians to Return, Resolve Disputes Peacefully

TOLOnews TV Network 11 Dec 2025 Some participants also called on the Islamic Emirate to facilitate the return and dialogue of political groups. Dozens of tribal elders and religious scholars gathered in Herat, calling on Afghan politicians and opponents of the Islamic Emirate to return to the country and resolve their differences through dialogue. They

Islamic Emirate Welcomes Positive Signals from UN Security Council Session

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 11 December 2025 She said that with the Security Council’s support, the UN can continue building and strengthening engagement with the Islamic Emirate. The United Nations Security Council held a session late last night to discuss Afghanistan. In the meeting, the acting head of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan

Between Pakistan and Afghanistan, a Trade War With No End in Sight

By Elian Peltier and Zia ur-Rehman Reporting from Peshawar, in western Pakistan, and near the busiest border crossing with Afghanistan The New York Times Dec. 9, 2025 One of Peshawar’s largest markets in western Pakistan once bustled with thousands of Afghan-owned shops and carts, selling everything from deep-fried khajoor pastries to kitchen items and cricket gear. But

Saudi Delegation to Visit Afghanistan, Pakistan for Further Talks

TOLOnews TV Network After the failure of previous talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Istanbul, regional efforts to ease tensions between the two sides have intensified. BBC, citing its sources, has reported that during recent negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Riyadh, both sides agreed to uphold a ceasefire. According to the report, although no

UNAMA: Mission Serves as Bridge Between Int’l Community, Islamic Emirate

TOLOnews 8 Dec 2025 The UN official added that human rights, particularly the situation of women and girls, is a key part of the mission’s responsibilities. Georgette Gagnon, the Acting Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) stated the organization functions as a bridge between the international community and the current government

UN Warns Up to 30% of Staff in Afghanistan Women-Led Organisations Could Be Laid Off

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 8, 2025 The United Nations warned that up to 30% of staff in Afghanistan’s women-led organisations could be laid off due to severe funding shortages. UN Women has warned that women-led organisations in Afghanistan may be forced to lay off up to 30 percent of their female employees due

Pakistan’s army chief has warned Kabul to choose between maintaining relations with Islamabad or continuing alleged support for the Pakistani Taliban, amid rising tensions.

Khaama Press December 9, 2025 Pakistan has issued a sharp warning to Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities, urging them to choose between maintaining relations with Islamabad or continuing support for the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). The Associated Press reported on Monday, December 8, that Pakistan’s army chief, General Asim Munir, made the remarks during a meeting with military

India Condemns Pakistan’s Attacks On Afghanistan That Killed Civilians

Press Trust of India India News Dec 09, 2025 Fresh clashes between the two sides erupted less than two months after both sealed a ceasefire pact to end weeks of fighting. New Delhi: India on Monday condemned Pakistan’s fresh attacks on Afghanistan that killed several civilians. Fresh clashes between the two sides erupted less than

CM Afridi: Torkham Closure Deepens Migrant, Driver Hardship

TOLOnews TV Network 7 Dec 2025 Sohail Afridi added that this situation has also worsened the plight of Afghan migrants stranded near the hypothetical Durand Line.The Ch ief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has stated that the continued closure of the Torkham crossing has caused serious challenges for truck drivers on the other side of the

UN Security Council to Hold Meeting on Afghanistan Amid Growing Rights Concerns

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 7, 2025 The UN Security Council will meet this week to review Afghanistan’s worsening rights situation and humanitarian crisis, amid growing international concern. The United Nations Security Council will convene a new session on Afghanistan this week as international concern mounts over human rights restrictions and worsening humanitarian

Pakistan Claims 23 Killed in Afghanistan Chaman Border Strikes

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 7, 2025 Geo News reported on Sunday, December 7, that Pakistani forces targeted three Taliban bases along the Chaman border on Friday and Saturday, killing at least 23 fighters. Pakistani forces launched strikes on three Taliban bases near the Chaman border over Friday and Saturday, killing at least 23

Afghanistan says 5 killed in heavy fire exchanges with Pakistani forces

Al Jazeera Published On 6 Dec 2025 Relations have soured between former allies Afghanistan and Pakistan since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. Afghanistan authorities say five people have been killed after an exchange of heavy fire with Pakistan’s forces along their shared border, as tensions between the South Asian neighbours escalate after peace

Afghan, Pakistani forces exchange heavy fire as tensions flare

Al Jazeera 6 Dec 2025 Relations have soured between former allies Afghanistan and Pakistan since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. Afghanistan and Pakistan’s forces have exchanged heavy fire along their border as tensions between the South Asian neighbours escalate after peace talks in Saudi Arabia failed to produce a breakthrough. Officials from both

I’m an Immigration Lawyer. Trump Is Shattering My Clients’ Lives.

By Elora Mukherjee The New York Times December 4, 2025 I have spent the last week telling clients that their asylum cases are indefinitely on hold. All of them have suffered persecution or fear persecution in their home countries. None has a criminal record, here or elsewhere. I have seen the photos of their torture

Putin: ‘Taliban’ Has Control Over Situation in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 5 Dec 2025 Russia is the first country to have recognized the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and has maintained its relations with Kabul. Vladimir Putin made an official visit to India, during which he stated that the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan “clearly” has control over the situation and is actively working in

Pakistan Intensifies Arrests of Afghan Refugees in Islamabad

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 5, 2025 Pakistani authorities have intensified arrests of Afghan refugees in Islamabad, detaining women activists and vulnerable groups amid growing fears of forced deportation and rights violations. Pakistani police have intensified a sweeping crackdown on Afghan refugees in Islamabad, arresting dozens of individuals, including women’s rights activists, according to

Pakistan Keeps Borders with Afghanistan Closed Until Security Guarantees Provided

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 5, 2025 Pakistan has kept its borders with Afghanistan closed for trade and transit, allowing only humanitarian aid until firm security guarantees are provided. Pakistani Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andarabi has announced that the border crossings with Afghanistan will remain closed for trade and transit until Kabul provides clear

U.S. Veterans Urge Fair Treatment of Afghan Allies After Deadly Washington Shooting

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 4, 2025 A deadly shooting near the White House involving an Afghan evacuee has intensified political scrutiny as U.S. veterans urge fair treatment of former allies. Former intelligence and defense officials interviewed by NBC News stressed that Afghan partners played a critical role in counterterrorism operations over the past

Pakistan, Afghanistan exchange heavy fire along border, officials say

By Reuters December 5, 2025 Dec 5 (Reuters) – Pakistan and Afghanistan exchanged heavy fire along their border late on Friday, officials from both countries said, amid heightened tensions following failed peace talks earlier this week. There were no immediate reports of casualties. Afghan Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said Pakistani forces launched attacks in Spin

From Welcome to Worry: Afghans in the U.S. Face Uncertainty, Backlash

By Miriam Jordan The New York Times December 3, 2025 In the frenzied American exit from Afghanistan, Obaidullah Durani, a fighter pilot who had been trained by U.S. forces, was scrambling to get his family out, too. His daughter, Hela, was hoisted over the fence by a Marine at the Kabul airport as the family

How were Afghan evacuees vetted under Biden?

Lucy Gilder BBC Verify Washington DC December 3, 2025 The shooting of two National Guard members, one of whom later died, in Washington DC has led to major immigration policy changes by the Trump administration. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has said the suspect – from Afghanistan – had entered the United States under an

Pentagon Says Afghanistan Withdrawal Review Will Be Completed by Next Summer

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 3, 2025 The Pentagon says its investigation into the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan remains ongoing and is expected to be completed by next summer. A Pentagon spokesperson says the U.S. Defense Department’s investigation into the chaotic withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan is still ongoing and is expected

Russian Official Warns of Rising Terror Threats Linked to Afghanistan and Middle East

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 3, 2025 Terrorism risks linked to Afghanistan and the Middle East are evolving and intensifying, Russia’s deputy foreign minister said on Wednesday, warning that extremist groups are adopting new methods and technology to expand operations. At the two-day BRICS+ Counterterrorism Conference in Moscow, Dmitry Lyubinsky said Islamic State and

Afghanistan occupation dogged by corruption, wasted billions – report

Cybele Mayes-Osterman USA TODAY Dec. 3, 2025 The United States’ 20-year attempt to stand up democracy in Afghanistan descended into a cesspool of corruption and squandered as much as $29.2 billion in waste, fraud and abuse in pursuit of unrealistic goals, according to a government watchdog report released on Dec. 3. The scathing report is the culmination of

Russia Strengthening Ties with Afghanistan, Says Kremlin Spokesperson

TOLOnews TV Network 3 Dec 2025 Russia was the first country to recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan on July 3, 2025. The Kremlin spokesperson, during a press conference in India, stated that Russia is strengthening its relations with Afghanistan. Dmitry Peskov added that Russia shares regional interests with Afghanistan and that the Kremlin has

UN Security Council Mulls Resolution on Kabul-Islamabad Tensions

TOLOnews TV Network 1 Dec 2025 According to a UN report, the Security Council may consider issuing a resolution addressing the recent strains between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The ongoing tensions between Kabul and Islamabad have raised concerns among members of the United Nations Security Council. According to a UN report, the Security Council may consider

Intelligence Consortium Claims Hamza bin Laden Presence in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmat Khaama Press December 2, 2025 A security research consortium claims new footage may show Hamza bin Laden in Afghanistan. A transatlantic intelligence consortium monitoring al Qaeda activities has released a video it claims shows Hamza bin Laden inside Afghanistan. The group says the footage was recorded several months ago and digital identifiers

Iran Border Guards Fatally Shoot 10 Afghan Migrants at Frontier

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 2, 2025 Ten Afghan migrants attempting an illegal border crossing were shot dead by Iranian guards near Farah province, the Taliban police spokesman said Tuesday. At least ten Afghan migrants attempting to cross into Iran were shot dead by Iranian border guards near the Sheikh Abu Nasr Farahi crossing,

U.S. Orders Screening Review for Afghans Admitted After August 2021

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 2, 2025 The United States has ordered a comprehensive screening review for Afghans admitted after August 2021, following renewed security concerns and calls for stricter vetting measures. The White House has announced a sweeping review of Afghanistan’s nationals who entered the United States after the 2021 withdrawal, following a

Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers carry out public execution in sports stadium in eastern city

Associated Press December 2, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities carried out a public execution at a stadium in the eastern city of Khost on Tuesday, putting to death a man who the country’s Supreme Court said had killed 13 members of a family, including several children, earlier this year. Tens of thousands

US to Deport Six Afghan Nationals Accused of Terror and Violent Crimes

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 1, 2025 The United States has announced plans to deport six Afghan nationals accused of terrorism-related activity and serious criminal offences, citing public-safety concerns and tightened immigration scrutiny. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published photographs and case details of several Afghan nationals accused of terrorism-related activities

Durrani Warns Kabul Against Allowing India to Expand Footprint Through Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 1, 2025 Former envoy Asif Durrani warned that India’s deepening engagement with Kabul could undermine Pakistan’s security interests and threaten Afghanistan’s political stability. Former Pakistani envoy for Afghanistan Asif Durrani has cautioned that India’s growing engagement with the Taliban could open a new front of strategic pressure on Pakistan,

UN Warns Afghanistan’s Internet Restrictions Cutting Women Off From Life-Saving Services

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 1, 2025 The UN has warned that Afghanistan’s recurring internet shutdowns are depriving women of vital, life-saving services and worsening an already severe digital gender gap. The UN Population Fund (UNFPA) has warned that Afghanistan’s nationwide internet disruptions are cutting women off from essential and life-saving services, deepening

Islamabad–Kabul Peace Talks Launched Under Saudi Mediation; Reports Say the Effort Failed Again

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press December 1, 2025 Islamabad and Kabul resumed Saudi-hosted talks in Riyadh to ease border tensions, but sources say the effort failed again, with both sides yet to comment. A senior Kabul delegation, comprising Anas Haqqani, Deputy Interior Minister Rahmatullah Najib, and Foreign Ministry spokesman Abdul Qahar Balkhi, travelled to

Afghan suspect in D.C. National Guard attack appeared to suffer personal crisis

Brian Mann National Public Radio December 1, 2025 When Rahmanullah Lakanwal came to the U.S. from Afghanistan, he appeared lively and full of hope, but over the course of years, he slipped into isolation and was prone to taking cross-country drives without telling his family, according to a volunteer who worked closely with his family.

UK special forces chiefs covered up Afghanistan war crimes, inquiry told

Al Jazeera Published On 1 Dec 2025 Senior military leaders suppressed reports of potential war crimes by elite troops, whistleblower testifies. Senior United Kingdom special forces leaders covered up potential war crimes in Afghanistan, a former senior officer has told a public inquiry. The former high-ranking officer alleged that two former directors of Britain’s special

Diplomatic Efforts Grow Amid Uncertainty in Kabul-Islamabad Relations

Mitra Majeedy Tolo News 30 Nov 2025 Fidan stated that they discussed tensions between Kabul and Islamabad but did not provide further details. As uncertainty looms over relations between Kabul and Islamabad, regional diplomatic efforts have intensified. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who was expected to lead a delegation to Islamabad to help ease tensions

Afghan Refugees in U.S. Worry Over Uncertain Future Amid New Restrictions

TOLOnews TV Network 30 Nov 2025 Reuters reported that the U.S. President has informed the country’s consulates around the world that scheduled appointments for SIV applicants will not be canceled. A number of Afghan citizens in the United States have expressed concern over recent decisions by the U.S. government regarding Afghan refugees, emphasizing that the

UN Warns Services for Women in Afghanistan at Risk as Funding Dries Up

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 30, 2025 The UN says organisations supporting women in Afghanistan have lost major funding this year, leaving essential protection services strained as restrictions and violence intensify. UN Women warned that Afghanistan women’s organisations are facing a sharp funding shortfall even as gender-based violence rises under Taliban restrictions. The warning

UN Rights Envoy Richard Bennett Travels to Doha for Talks on Afghanistan’s Human Rights Crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 30, 2025 UN special rapporteur Richard Bennett will travel to Doha for meetings with Afghanistan representatives and regional officials as part of efforts to address Afghanistan’s worsening human rights situation. The UN has announced that Richard Bennett, the Human Rights Council’s special rapporteur on Afghanistan, will travel to Doha

Fed Up With the Taliban, Pakistan Expels Masses of Afghans

By Elian Peltier and Zia ur-Rehman The New York Times Nov. 30, 2025 As Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated military clashes and closed their borders, the Pakistani authorities have intensified mass expulsions of Afghans, saying they can no longer accommodate the decades-old refugee community. So far this year, about one million of the three million Afghans living

Indian outreach to Taliban is ratcheting up Afghan-Pakistani tensions

By Rick Noack The Washington Post November 30, 2025 Afghanistan and Pakistan appear headed toward a new military escalation. Afghanistan and Pakistan appear headed toward a new military escalation amid deadly attacks on both sides of the border and mounting frustration in Islamabad over Indian outreach to the Taliban. Kabul accused Pakistan of launching airstrikes

Kabul Says It Is Ready to Respond to Any Violation of Afghanistan’s Territory

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 29, 2025 Kabul says its forces stand fully prepared to respond to any violation of Afghanistan’s territory, warning neighbours that recent cross-border tensions will be met with decisive action. Taliban authorities showcased hundreds of newly graduated commandos this week as tensions with Pakistan rose sharply along the border. At

Pakistan Doubts Ceasefire with Afghanistan Amid Ongoing Tensions

TOLOnews TV Network 29 Nov 2025 The ceasefire was first agreed upon during the initial round of defense ministerial talks between the two countries. Pakistan has expressed pessimism about the continuation of the ceasefire agreement with Afghanistan. The ceasefire was first agreed upon during the initial round of defense ministerial talks between the two countries,

U.S. Suspends Visas for Afghan Citizens, Thousands Left in Limbo

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 29 Nov 2025 Migrant rights activists say that this visa suspension has left thousands of immigration cases in limbo in Pakistan, the UAE, and Qatar. Following a new U.S. decision to permanently halt immigration from all third-world countries, many Afghan families in Pakistan who were awaiting processing of their immigration

Afghans Who Assisted U.S. During the War Underwent Rigorous Vetting

By Julian E. Barnes and Hamed Aleaziz The New York Times Reporting from Washington Nov. 29, 2025 Former officials said the C.I.A. diligently assessed those who partnered with its forces, like the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington. The C.I.A. diligently helped Afghans who had served in agency-sponsored units, like the man accused

Taliban used discarded UK kit to track down Afghans who worked with west, inquiry hears

Eleni Courea Political correspondent The Guardian Fri 28 Nov 2025 Whistleblower tells Afghan leak inquiry those affected were told to move and change phone numbers to protect themselves The UK left behind sensitive technology allowing the Taliban to track down Afghans who worked with western forces, a whistleblower has told the Afghan leak inquiry. The woman, known

US pauses visas for all Afghan passport holders, halts asylum requests

By Alastair McCready and News Agencies Al Jazeera Published On 29 Nov 2025 The US State Department has announced it is “immediately” pausing issuing visas for individuals travelling on Afghan passports to protect “public safety”, as President Donald Trump administration’s immigration crackdown intensifies in the wake of a deadly attack on two National Guard members. The announcement

Trump’s Response to Shooting Shows Intensified Anti-Migrant Stance

By Shawn McCreesh The New York Times Nov. 28, 2025 The president is furiously demanding limits on migration and attacking ethnic groups as he steps up his efforts to equate immigration with crime and economic distress. The shooting of two National Guard members by a gunman identified by the authorities as an Afghan national has

Counterterrorism officials vetted Guard shooting suspect before he entered U.S.

By Mariana Alfaro, Karen DeYoung, Arelis R. Hernández, Jeremy Roebuck and Warren P. Strobel The Washington Post November 28, 2025 Individuals with knowledge of the process that Rahmanullah Lakanwal went through contradicted senior Trump officials’ claim that he was not scrutinized. The Afghan national accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House this week underwent

UN’s Bennett Urges U.S. Not to Penalize Afghan Community After Washington Shooting

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 27, 2025 UN rapporteur Richard Bennett urged the United States to avoid broad punitive measures against Afghans after an Afghan suspect was linked to the Washington shooting. A shooting outside the White House that left two U.S. National Guard members critically injured has sparked sharp reactions after the suspect

Trump Vows Permanent Ban on Immigration from “Third-World” Nations

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 28, 2025 U.S. President Donald Trump says he will permanently stop immigration from “third-world” countries, unveiling plans for a sweeping overhaul of America’s current migration system. U.S. President Donald Trump says he intends to permanently block immigration from what he calls “third-world countries,” outlining a plan for a fundamental

Iran Voices Concern Over Afghanistan–Pakistan Tensions, Offers Mediation

Mitra Majeedy Tolo News 28 Nov 2025 Ali Larijani said that Afghanistan and Pakistan are “two Muslim countries” that have both suffered from prolonged wars. The Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council expressed concern over ongoing tensions between Kabul and Islamabad. Ali Larijani, in an interview with Pakistani media, said that Afghanistan and Pakistan

Baradar Warns Against Any Violation of Afghan Territory

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 28 Nov 2025 Baradar emphasized that countries should not cast an evil eye on Afghanistan’s land and sovereignty or test the patience of the Afghan people. Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, warned during a graduation ceremony for special commando forces that no country is allowed

Afghans in US issue plea to Trump after Washington DC shooting

James FitzGeraldand Mahfouz Zubaide BBC News November 28, 2025 Afghans living in the US have condemned Wednesday’s “deeply tragic” deadly shooting attack in Washington DC, while stressing that the suspect – who moved to the US from Afghanistan four years ago – does not represent them. The alleged gunman, 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal, entered America under

For Shooting Suspect, a Long Path of Conflict From Afghanistan to America

Campbell Robertson, Hamed Aleaziz and Jack Healy The New York Times Nov. 27, 2025 Rahmanullah Lakanwal’s path from a village in Afghanistan to the corner in Washington, D.C., where authorities say he opened fire on two National Guard troops was forged by America’s longest war. He was 5 years old when the U.S. military invaded after the

Recent Afghan Arrivals Fear Their Futures in the U.S. Are Now in Jeopardy

Allison McCann and Pooja Salhotra The New York Times Nov. 27, 2025 Many are anxious after the Trump administration vowed to undertake sweeping reviews of immigrants after the shooting of two National Guard troops. Tens of thousands of Afghans who resettled in the United States over the past four years could see their immigration statuses in jeopardy

Afghan national charged in Guard ambush shooting drove across US to carry out attack, officials say

By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER, GARY FIELDS, ANTHONY IZAGUIRRE and BEN FINLEY Associated Press November 27, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — An Afghan national who worked with the CIA in his native country and immigrated to the U.S. in 2021 drove from Washington state to shoot two West Virginia National Guard members deployed in Washington, D.C., just blocks from the White House, U.S.

WFP Warns Afghanistan’s Hunger Crisis Is Worsening Ahead of Winter

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 25, 2025 Afghanistan is facing one of the world’s worst hunger emergencies, the World Food Programme warns, with shortages and child malnutrition expected to intensify as winter approaches. Afghanistan is facing one of the world’s most severe hunger emergencies and conditions are expected to worsen during winter, the World

Afghanistan says Pakistan bombed Khost, killing nine children and a woman

By Al Jazeera Staff and News Agencies 25 Nov 2025 Pakistan’s military denies Afghan government’s claim as regional tensions rise. At least nine children and a woman have been killed after Pakistani forces bombed a house in the country’s southeastern Khost province, according to Afghan authorities – a claim dismissed by Pakistan’s military. Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesman

Pakistan denies Afghanistan’s claims of airstrikes killing 10 people, mostly children

By ABDUL QAHAR AFGHAN and MUNIR AHMED Associated Press November 25, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan’s Taliban government on Tuesday accused Pakistan of launching deadly overnight strikes in three eastern provinces, but Pakistan’s military dismissed the claim and said no such strikes were carried out. The Pakistani denial came hours after Zabihullah Mujahid, the chief spokesperson for the

Regional Powers Mediate to Ease Afghanistan–Pakistan Tensions

TOLOnews TV Network 23 Nov 2025 According to the Turkish ambassador to Pakistan, the delegation will include the head of Turkish intelligence and several ministers. The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry has said that Tehran is engaged in consultations with regional countries, including Russia, Qatar, Turkey, and other involved parties, to help reduce tensions between

Iran’s Trade with Kabul Surpasses European Nations, Says Foreign Minister

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 23, 2025 Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi revealed that trade with Kabul now exceeds Iran’s trade with all European countries combined. Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi announced that trade with Taliban-ruled Afghanistan has surpassed Iran’s trade with all European countries combined. Araghchi noted that Iran’s border provinces with

Afghanistan economy under pressure as Pakistan shocks reshape trade flows

Ariana News November 23, 2025 Afghanistan’s economy continued to face strong headwinds in late 2025 as concurrent shocks — including mass refugee returns, drought, earthquakes, and shifting regional dynamics — strained growth and weakened investment momentum, according to the latest Afghanistan Economic Monitor released by the World Bank. The report says that while low inflation

Pakistan Plotting Kabul Power Shift? New Report Says Islamabad Is Exploring Regime Change Options

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 21, 2025 Pakistan is exploring political options for a potential power shift in Kabul, reviving contacts with Afghan opposition groups amid tensions with the current leadership. Pakistan is reassessing its long-standing approach to Afghanistan amid deepening tensions with the Taliban government, U.S.-based publication New Lines reported, citing sources who

Spain to Host Third Conference on Afghanistan’s Women’s Rights in December

By Khaama Press November 21, 2025 Written By: Najeebullah Rahmati, Phd Scholar, EFL University Spain will host the third “Hear Our Voice” conference on Afghanistan’s women’s rights in Madrid on December, focusing on justice and accountability. The third conference on Afghan women, titled “Hear Our Voices,” will be held on December 12 in Madrid. Hosted by the

Former Afghanistan President Ghani Calls for National Dialogue to Break Political Deadlock

ByFidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 21, 2025 Former Afghanistan president Ashraf Ghani has called for national dialogue to confront the country’s crisis, saying unity depends on protecting national interests. Ashraf Ghani has called for a national dialogue to address what he described as Afghanistan’s “deep crisis,” saying only shared national interests and values can unite

Azizi Urges Expanded Trade with India, Slams U.S. Sanctions

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 21 Nov 2025 He also criticized Pakistan’s policy toward Afghanistan’s trade. Nooruddin Azizi, Minister of Industry and Commerce of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, during a meeting in New Delhi, emphasized expanding trade between Afghanistan and India and criticized what he called the “restrictive approach of the United States toward Afghanistan’s

Pakistani forces step up raids near the Afghan border, killing 23 militants

Associated Press November 20, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani security forces raided two Pakistani Taliban hideouts in the country’s northwest near the Afghan border, triggering intense shootouts that left 23 militants dead, the military said Thursday. There were no details on any casualties among the military. The raids took place on Wednesday in Kurram, a district in

UK Hosts Summit on Afghanistan Food Security Amid Rising Child Malnutrition

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 20, 2025 The United Kingdom hosted a two-day summit in London to address Afghanistan’s food security crisis, highlighting urgent support needs for vulnerable populations and malnourished children. The United Kingdom held a two-day summit in London last week to explore ways to improve access to food and basic nutrition

Afghan Children Face Dire Challenges on World Children’s Day

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 20 Nov 2025 Meanwhile, the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs stated that it has tried to support over 10,000 children. November 20 marks World Children’s Day, a global occasion dedicated to safeguarding children’s rights and securing a better future. However, in Afghanistan, many children still face harsh living conditions and

Pakistani forces kill 23 fighters in wave of Afghan border raids

By Al Jazeera Staff and News Agencies Published On 20 Nov 2025 The border raids are the latest in a series amid escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Pakistani security forces have killed 23 fighters in two separate raids near the Afghan border as tensions simmer between Pakistan and neighbouring Afghanistan and India. Forces launched a “targeted

Pakistan Army kills 30 militants near Afghan border days after Islamabad court blast

Edited By Ajaypal Choudhary WION NEWS Published: Nov 20, 2025 These operations were carried out less than a week after a deadly suicide bombing outside Islamabad’s G-11 district court, killing at least 12 people and injuring over 30. Pakistan security forces killed 30 militants in several operations near its border with Afghanistan in the last

At a Shared Symbol of Jihad, the Taliban Defy Their Old Ties With Pakistan

By Mujib Mashal The New York Times 18 Nov 2025 Afghan officials are lashing out against their former allies in the Pakistani military as hostilities between the two countries intensify. The Afghan Taliban foreign minister arrived at the Islamic seminary to a rock star’s welcome. Students and teachers swarmed around his limo. Crowds of people

UK Urges Collective Action as 15 Million People in Afghanistan Face Food Insecurity

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 15, 2025 Britain’s special envoy warned that 15 million people in Afghanistan face food insecurity, urging immediate international action to prevent worsening hunger and widespread malnutrition. Britain’s special envoy to Afghanistan has warned that 15 million people in the country are experiencing food shortages, calling for immediate and coordinated

Australia to End the Diplomatic Status of Afghan Envoy

TOLOnews TV Network 15 Nov 2025 Australian media have reported that the country will not extend the diplomatic credentials of the Afghan ambassador in Canberra, the capital of Australia. According to these reports, the Australian federal government informed Wahidullah Waissi, the ambassador appointed by the former Afghan government, in a letter in late September of

Pakistan arrests 4 from an Afghan cell over deadly Islamabad bombing

Reuters Published On 14 Nov 2025 The men arrested are linked to a faction of the Pakistani Taliban, known as the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, who claimed responsibility for the bombing. Pakistan has arrested four members of an Afghan cell over their alleged involvement in a deadly suicide bombing in its capital Islamabad earlier this week, as tensions heighten

Afghanistan economic recovery buckles as nine in 10 families go hungry or into debt, UNDP says

By Ariba Shahid Reuters November 12, 2025 Summary Nine in 10 Afghan families skip meals, take on debt: UNDP 4.5 million returnees since 2023 strain collapsing economy Women’s workforce share falls to 6% UNDP warns of worsening hunger, migration KARACHI, Nov 12 (Reuters) – Afghanistan’s economic recovery is buckling as nine in 10 households are

Inside the CIA’s secret mission to sabotage Afghanistan’s opium

By Warren P. Strobel The Washington Post November 13, 2025 In a decade-long covert operation, the U.S. spy agency dropped modified poppy seeds in an attempt to degrade the potency of Afghanistan’s billion-dollar opium crop. In 20 years of grinding war in Afghanistan, the United States dropped a multitude of weapons from the skies: Millions

Pakistan ‘in a State of War’ After Explosion Kills 12 in Capital

By Elian Peltier and Zia ur-Rehman Reporting from Islamabad, Pakistan The New York Times Nov. 11, 2025 An attack on a courthouse in Islamabad was the first major assault to hit Islamabad in more than a decade. At least 12 people were killed and 27 others wounded on Tuesday in an attack on Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, according

Shehbaz Sharif: Cooperation with Afghanistan Depends on Action Against TTP

TOLOnews TV Network 11 Nov 2025 Meanwhile, criticism of Pakistan’s policies is growing within the country. A few days after the third round of talks between Kabul and Islamabad ended without results, officials from both countries continue to present proposals to resolve the issue. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that his country is ready

Bomber targets Islamabad court, killing 12 people, as Pakistan condemns “cowardly suicide attack”

CBS News November 11, 2025 Islamabad, Pakistan — A suicide bombing outside district court buildings in a residential area of the Pakistani capital killed at least a dozen people on Tuesday, Pakistan’s interior minister said. “At 12:39 p.m. (0239 Eastern), a suicide attack was carried out at the Kachehri (district courts) … so far 12 people

Pak Taliban group claims Islamabad bombing, Sharif blames India & Afghanistan

By HT News Desk Nov 11, 2025 Attack on Tuesday killed 12 at Pak capital’s G-11 judicial complex. Sharif said such attacks “cannot not shake Pakistan’s resolve to root out terrorism” Even after the terror group Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that 12 people in Islamabad on Tuesday, Pak PM Shehbaz

Afghans call for Taliban government to help repair Blue Mosque after quake

By Sayed Hassib Reuters November 5, 2025 Summary Powerful earthquake killed at least 27 people Quake also damaged historic Blue Mosque in Mazar-i-Sharif Tiles have been broken off and minarets cracked MAZAR-I-SHARIF, Afghanistan, Nov 5 (Reuters) – Some residents in northern Afghanistan called on Wednesday for the Taliban government to help rebuild and restore a

Kabul Determined to Continue Confrontation, Says Former Pakistani Envoy after Istanbul Talks Collapse

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 8, 2025 Former Pakistani envoy Asif Durrani said the Istanbul talks collapsed, warning Kabul appears intent on prolonging confrontation and diplomatic deadlock with Islamabad. Islamabad’s former envoy on Afghanistan affairs, Asif Durrani, has said the deadlock in negotiations in Istanbul suggests that the Taliban regime is determined to continue

UNAMA Head: Afghanistan Must Honor Its International Obligations

TOLOnews TV Network 7 Nov 2025 In an online meeting with journalists in Kabul, Georgette Gagnon emphasized that Afghanistan must uphold its international commitments. The acting head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has said the mission focuses on political engagement, coordination of humanitarian aid, support for governance, and development initiatives. In

Istanbul Talks Enter Second Day Behind Closed Doors

TOLOnews TV Network 7 Nov 2025 The spokesperson for Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry also stated that their delegation has presented its demands to the Turkish and Qatari mediators. The ongoing negotiations in Istanbul have entered their second day behind closed doors. Sources told TOLOnews that on the first day of talks, both sides shared their demands

Pakistan says Afghanistan talks deadlocked after deadly border clashes

Al Jazeera Published On 7 Nov 2025 Afghan official says four Afghan civilians were killed and five others wounded in border clashes. Talks in Istanbul between Pakistan and Afghanistan are at a deadlock, Islamabad said, a day after both sides accused each other of mounting border clashes that risked breaching a ceasefire brokered by Qatar.

Afghan opium crop plummets after Taliban ban – UN report

Bethany Bell Role, Yogita Limaye Role BBC News 6 November 2025 Opium farming in Afghanistan has dropped significantly following a ban imposed by the Taliban government in 2022, the United Nations said. The total area of land for growing opium poppy shrank 20% since last year, while the amount of opium has fallen by 32%

Afghanistan earthquake survivors spend the night in the open; the quake damaged historical sites

By ABDUL QAHAR AFGHAN Associated Press Updated 10:59 AM EST, November 4, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Survivors of a powerful earthquake in northern Afghanistan that killed more than 25 people and injured nearly 1,000 were digging through the rubble of their homes Tuesday, trying to salvage what belongings they could after spending the night outside in

Pakistan Army Says Ongoing Tensions With Afghanistan Stem From Absence of Representative Govt in Kabul

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 4, 2025 Pakistan’s military said ongoing tensions with Afghanistan are linked to the absence of a representative government in Kabul, urging stronger action against cross-border militancy. The military’s remarks reflect Islamabad’s mounting frustration with Kabul’s failure to rein in the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other militant groups, even as

Pakistani Army Denies Secret Deal with U.S. Amid Rising Tensions with Kabul

TOLOnews TV Network 4 Nov 2025 Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that Islamabad does not allow any country, including the United States, to do such a thing. The spokesperson of the Pakistani army, in a press conference, rejected the remarks made by the spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan regarding the use of Pakistan’s airspace

Afghanistan earthquake death toll mounts and Taliban officials say almost 1,000 people injured

CBS News November 4, 2025 The death toll from a powerful earthquake that struck northern Afghanistan early on Monday climbed to 27 on Tuesday, with almost 1,000 others confirmed injured by the temblor, according to national health officials. The U.S Geological Survey said the 6.3 magnitude quake was centered near Kholm, in the northern Samangan

WHO Deploys Emergency Teams After Powerful Earthquake Hits Northern Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press November 3, 2025 The World Health Organization has deployed emergency teams and medical supplies to northern Afghanistan after a 6.3-magnitude earthquake killed dozens and injured hundreds across several provinces. The World Health Organization (WHO) has dispatched emergency response teams and medical supplies to the quake-affected provinces of Balkh, Samangan, and

Returnees Fear Winter Without Shelter or Heating Supplies

TOLOnews TV Network 3 Nov 2025 According to the agency, from September 1 to October 18 of this year, 404,431 individuals were returned to Afghanistan from Iran and Pakistan. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has announced the provision of winter assistance for returnees as well. According to the agency, from September 1 to

Another Deadly Quake, and a Cascade of Calamities for Afghanistan

By Safiullah PadshahYaqoob, AkbaryElian Peltier and Mike Ives The New York Times Published Nov. 2, 2025 Ghulam Mahmoodi was sleeping with his six relatives in their house’s single bedroom when a powerful tremor jolted him from bed early Monday. He grabbed two of his daughters and they rushed outside into the thick of northern Afghanistan’s night. Then,

Powerful 6.3 quake kills at least 20 in Afghanistan, hundreds injured

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar Reuters November 3, 2025 Summary 6.3 magnitude quake strikes near Mazar-e Sharif in northern Afghanistan At least 20 killed and over 600 injured, officials say UN, India pledge support Power impacted across country Part of Mazar’s historic Blue Mosque damaged KABUL, Nov 3 (Reuters) – A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck

Afghanistan, Pakistan have been hit by a spate of quakes in recent years

By Reuters November 2, 2025 Nov 3 (Reuters) – A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near the northern Afghan city of Mazar-e Sharif early on Monday, killing at least seven people and injuring about 150, just months after a quake and strong aftershocks killed more than 2,200 people at the end of August. Here are some recent quakes in

Mujahid: U.S. Drones Violating Afghan Airspace via Pakistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 2 Nov 2025 He emphasized that the only unresolved issue in talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan is the matter of Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, confirmed in an interview with TOLOnews that U.S. drones are entering Afghan airspace by passing through Pakistani territory.

Afghanistan Approves Five-Year Plan to Replace Poppy Cultivation

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 2 Nov 2025 Meanwhile, several farmers stated that due to poverty and lack of livelihood opportunities, they had previously turned to poppy cultivation. The Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has announced the approval of a five-year alternative livelihood plan aimed at providing lawful and

Mujahid: Civilian-Military Divide in Pakistan Harming Bilateral Relations

Hayatullah Rahimi Journalist & Digital Editor Tolo News 1 Nov 2025 In an interview with Khyber TV, Mujahid said that elements within Pakistan’s military are deliberately working to damage relations between the two countries. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, says that Pakistan’s civilian government is interested in establishing relations with Afghanistan

At least 49 relatives and colleagues of Afghans in data leak have been killed, study suggests

Diane Taylor The Guardian Mon 27 Oct 2025 At least 49 family members and colleagues of Afghans affected by the MoD’s mass data breach have been killed, according to research submitted to a parliamentary committee. The first on-the-ground research into 350 affected people in Afghanistan, the UK or elsewhere has found that, of the 231 respondents

Khawaja Asif: TTP Must Cease Activity for Normal Ties with Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 1 Nov 2025 The second round of talks between Kabul and Islamabad concluded with an agreement to continue the ceasefire. Pakistan’s Defense Minister has described the agreement between Kabul and Islamabad as temporary. Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan’s Minister of Defense, told a Pakistani media outlet that relations between Kabul and Islamabad will

Mujahid Confirms End of Afghanistan-Pakistan Talks in Istanbul

By Mursaleen Muwahed Multilingual Journalist & Social Media Editor Tolo News 31 OCTOBER 2025 Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, announced in a statement that the negotiations with Pakistan held in Turkey have concluded. In the statement, Mujahid emphasized the Islamic Emirate’s consistent and principled position of resolving disputes through diplomacy and

Peace talks hosted by Turkey between Pakistan and Afghanistan hit impasse in Istanbul

By SUZAN FRASER and MUNIR AHMED The Associated Press October 28, 2025 ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan have hit an impasse in Istanbul after three days of negotiations, with state media in both countries Tuesday blaming each other for the failure to reach a deal while efforts by Turkey were still underway to

Line drawn by 19th-century Britain stokes Pakistan-Taliban tension

Haq Nawaz Khan and Shaiq Hussain The Washington Post October 26, 2025 The Durand Line, a legacy of the British Empire from 1893, is dividing the neighbors today. To Pakistan, it’s a fixed border. To Afghanistan, it’s merely hypothetical. It’s the Durand Line: a legacy of the British Empire that’s dividing the neighbors today. For

Afghanistan and Pakistan head to Turkey for second round of crisis talks

Associated Press October 24, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — Afghanistan and Pakistan are heading to Turkey for a second round of crisis talks, officials said Friday, after recent fighting between them killed dozens of people and injured hundreds more. The neighbors are embroiled in a bitter security row that has become increasingly violent, with each side saying they were responding to aggression

Pakistan defence minister warns of ‘open war’ with Afghanistan if peace talks fail

By Ariba Shahid Reuters October 25, 2025 KARACHI, Oct 25 (Reuters) – Pakistan’s defence minister said on Saturday he believes Afghanistan wants peace but that failure to reach an agreement during talks in Istanbul would mean “open war,” days after both sides agreed to a ceasefire following deadly border clashes. The talks in Istanbul, which

Germany to End Afghan Refugee Program Citing Bureaucratic Delays

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 21, 2025 Germany plans to cancel its special Afghan refugee admission program, citing lengthy procedures and bureaucratic hurdles that left thousands stranded in Pakistan awaiting relocation. Germany is preparing to cancel its special admission programs for Afghan refugees due to prolonged processing times and complex bureaucratic hurdles, according to

UK Backs Afghanistan–Pakistan Ceasefire, Calls It Key Step Toward Regional Stability

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 21, 2025 The UK expressed support for the Afghanistan–Pakistan ceasefire, calling it a vital step toward reducing border tensions and promoting regional stability. The United Kingdom has voiced support for the ceasefire agreement between Afghanistan and Pakistan, calling it an important step toward easing border tensions and strengthening regional

Mujahid: We Seek Good Relations with All Countries, Including U.S.

TOLOnews TV Network 21 Oct 2025 According to the spokesperson, there have also been communications between the United States and the Islamic Emirate on this matter. The spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan stated that Afghanistan seeks good relations with all countries, including the United States. Zabihullah Mujahid, speaking to TOLOnews, emphasized that in

Pakistan Demolishes Afghan Refugee Settlement in Karachi Amid Deportation Drive

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 20, 2025 Pakistan has demolished over 1,200 homes in a long-standing Afghan refugee settlement in Karachi amid an ongoing nationwide deportation drive targeting undocumented Afghans. Authorities in Pakistan said Monday that demolition operations targeting Afghan refugee settlements in Karachi have entered their fifth consecutive day, as part of a

Zaeef: Dialogue ‘Only Solution’ to Disputes with Pakistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 20 Oct 2025 Zaeef added that dialogue is the best way to resolve long-standing disputes between the two countries. While the signing of a ceasefire agreement between Afghanistan and Pakistan in Doha has opened a new window of hope for reducing military tensions between the two countries, Abdul Salam Zaeef,

Pakistan says ceasefire hinges on Afghanistan curbing armed groups

By Lorraine Mallinder Reuters Published On 20 Oct 2025 Pakistani Defence Minister Asif says Pakistan Taliban operates ‘in connivance’ with Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has said that his country’s fragile ceasefire agreement with Afghanistan depends on whether the latter reins in armed groups attacking across their shared border. “Everything hinges on this

What we know about Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire, will it hold?

By Al Jazeera Staff Published On 19 Oct 2025 Islamabad and Kabul commit to ceasefire mediated by Qatar and Turkiye, but will it hold amid mutual distrust? Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an “immediate ceasefire” after a week of deadly clashes along their border, as the ties between the two South Asian neighbours plunged

Taliban and Pakistan agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes

Rachel Hagan The Guardian 19 Oct 2025 Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban government have agreed to an “immediate ceasefire” after more than a week of deadly fighting. The foreign ministry of Qatar, which mediated talks alongside Turkey, said both sides had agreed to establish “mechanisms to consolidate lasting peace and stability”. Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesman for

Undocumented Afghan Migrants Fear Expulsion After Pakistan’s New Decision

TOLOnews 19 Oct 2025 Following a new decision by Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to accelerate the process of returning undocumented Afghan migrants, concerns have grown among Afghans residing in Pakistan. Some Afghan migrants say that this decision has placed thousands of families at risk of forced expulsion. According to them, the government announced yesterday through

Pakistan confronts a new reality: It may have lost the Taliban

By Rick Noack, Haq Nawaz Khan and Shaiq Hussain The New York Times October 18, 2025 Clashes between the Afghan Taliban and Pakistan, their former protector, are threatening to open a lasting rift that could spark more turmoil in the region. The now-uneasy neighbors exchanged fire again on Friday, according to Taliban-controlled media, days after

A Fragile Cease-fire Between Afghanistan and Pakistan Ends Violence, for Now

By Elian Peltier The New York Times Oct. 19, 2025 The two committed to stop attacking each other after the worst outbreak of hostilities in years. But the underlying causes remain, analysts warn. A cease-fire announced by Afghanistan and Pakistan on Sunday has brought respite from the worst flare-up of tensions between the neighboring countries

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan spike as truce is extended

By Al Jazeera Staff and News Agencies 17 Oct 2025 Tensions are mounting between Pakistan and Afghanistan amid reports of separate attacks along the border, as a fragile truce between the neighbours, and once allies, is extended for another 48 hours. An initial 48-hour ceasefire between the two sides came into effect this week after days of bloody cross-border

Pakistan reports a new clash with Afghan forces along border

By RIAZ KHAN Associated Press Updated 9:40 PM EDT, October 14, 2025 PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Clashes erupted Tuesday between Pakistani and Afghan forces in a remote northwestern border region, with state-run media in Pakistan accusing Afghan troops of opening “unprovoked fire” that was repulsed. Pakistani forces responded, damaging Afghan tanks and military posts, according to

The Turbaned Traders: The Taliban take over the urban economy

Sharif Akram Afghanistan Analysts Network 14 Oct 2025 After the Taliban seized power in 2021, many of the movement’s fighters and supporters migrated from their rural strongholds into Afghanistan’s urban centres to assume control of the government and the cities. This marked a major shift following two decades of insurgency, when the Taliban and many

‘An environment of terror’: deadly resurgence of Pakistan Taliban gathers pace

Hannah Ellis-Petersen South Asia correspondent, and Shah Meer Baloch in Peshawar The Guardian Mon 13 Oct 2025 Surge in militancy in region bordering Afghanistan is now one of greatest security threats facing Islamabad Tariq Ahmed never lets his pistol out of his sight these days. Sitting cross-legged on a woven charpai, his face concealed with a scarf, the 26-year-old looks

Trade Concerns Mount as Afghanistan-Pakistan Crossings Remain Closed

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 14 Oct 2025 The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment has described Pakistan’s move as a violation of accepted international trade norms. As four days have passed since the closure of key trade crossings between Afghanistan and Pakistan, concerns are growing over the serious impact on trade and economic activities between

Suhail Afridi Urges Rethink of Pakistan’s Afghanistan Strategy

TOLOnews TV Network 14 Oct 2025 Speaking during a provincial assembly session, Afridi stressed the importance of maintaining good relations with Afghanistan. Suhail Afridi, the newly appointed Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has urged Pakistan’s central government to review its policy toward Afghanistan. Speaking during a provincial assembly session, Afridi stressed the importance of maintaining

Afghanistan Denies Visa for Pakistani Officials Amid Airspace Dispute

TOLOnews TV Network 13 Oct 2025 However, Kabul has repeatedly rejected their requests to visit Afghanistan. Reliable sources within the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan have confirmed to TOLOnews that over the past three days, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan’s Defense Minister; Asim Malik, the head of intelligence; and two other generals each submitted separate requests for

Afghan earthquake triggers contradictory Taliban tactics on rescuing women

Diaa Hadid and Fariba Akbari National Public Radio October 14, 2025 As earthquakes devastated parts of Afghanistan in late August, Taliban officials asked aid agencies to send more female health workers to assist female survivors. They also briefly barred female U.N. staffers from reaching earthquake-devastated areas. The flurry of contradictions in the wake of the earthquake

The U.S. saved him from the Taliban, but now it wants to send him back

By John Woodrow Cox The Washington Post 15 Oct 2025 He supported America’s war, escaped Afghanistan and started a family in the U.S. Then ICE arrested him. If he is deported, he expects the Taliban to kill him. In his cell, the light glows all night, so he pulls a blanket over his head and

Afghans Rally Behind Islamic Emirate Forces After Clashes with Pakistan

TOLOnews TV Network 12 Oct 2025 Some citizens stated that they stand firmly with the country’s security forces and will support them under any circumstances. Following recent clashes between the forces of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and the Pakistani military, a number of Afghan citizens expressed strong support for the Islamic Emirate’s forces and

Muttaqi: Girls’ Education Not Banned in Afghanistan, Only Partially Suspend

Mursaleen Muwahed Multilingual Journalist & Social Media Editor Tolo News 12 Oct 2025 He clarified that certain areas of girls’ education have been temporarily suspended until further notice. The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has stated that Kabul is not opposed to education and that girls’ education has not been declared forbidden

Afghanistan says it has killed 58 Pakistani soldiers in overnight border operations

By RIAZ KHAN Associated Press October 12, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghanistan said Sunday it killed 58 Pakistani soldiers in overnight border operations, in response to what it called repeated violations of its territory and airspace. Pakistan’s army gave far lower casualty figures, saying 23 troops were killed. Earlier in the week, Afghan authorities

Border Clash Between Afghanistan and Pakistan Threatens a Wider Conflict

By Zia ur-Rehman, Yaqoob Akbary, Safiullah Padshah and Elian Peltier The New York Times Oct. 12, 2025 Isolated confrontations have intensified over the past week into the sharpest escalation of violence between the two countries in years. Tensions along the border of Afghanistan and Pakistan surged on Sunday after a deadly overnight clash between the countries’ militaries,

Social Media Restrictions and 2-Day Internet Shutdown Rattle Afghanistan

By Elian Peltier The New York Times Oct. 12, 2025 Airports and banks were forced to shut down. Government employees idled aimlessly in the corridors of their ministries. Teenage girls, barred from attending school, lost much of their access to the outside world. In shutting down the internet and cellphone services across Afghanistan last month,

Khalilzad Warns Pakistan’s Airstrike on Kabul Could Spark Broader Regional Conflict

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 11, 2025 Former U.S. envoy Zalmay Khalilzad warned that Pakistan’s airstrike on Kabul could ignite broader conflict and increase instability across the region. Former U.S. Special Envoy for Afghanistan Peace Zalmay Khalilzad warned that Pakistan’s airstrikes on Kabul risk triggering a broader conflict, describing the operation as a failure

Etihad Airways to Resume Direct Flights Between Abu Dhabi and Kabul

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 11 Oct 2025 Continuing the resumption of international flights between Kabul and various countries, Etihad Airways of the United Arab Emirates has announced that it will begin direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Kabul starting December 18, 2025. According to the airline, flights will operate on Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays,

Putin Warns Afghanistan Still Faces Serious Security and Stability Challenges

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 10, 2025 President Vladimir Putin warned that Afghanistan continues to face serious security and stability challenges, urging stronger regional cooperation to prevent extremist threats from spreading. Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that the Taliban is attempting to stabilize Afghanistan but acknowledged that significant problems continue to

Pakistan Defence Minister Says Afghan Refugees Must Leave Immediately

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 10, 2025 Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif said millions of Afghan refugees must leave, warning Islamabad can no longer bear the economic and security costs of hosting them. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif said late Thursday that millions of Afghan refugees must return home, warning that the

Key Takeaways from Afghanistan–India Foreign Ministers’ Press Conference

Mursaleen Muwahed Multilingual Journalist & Social Media Editor Tolo News 10 Oct 2025 Dr. S. Jaishankar stated that India is fully committed to the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence of Afghanistan. India’s Minister of External Affairs, in a joint press conference with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, announced

Taliban blame Pakistan after explosions in Kabul, amid outreach to India

By Abid Hussain Al Jazeera Published On 10 Oct 2025 The attacks come amid rising tensions with Islamabad, which accuses the Taliban of sheltering anti-Pakistan armed groups. |Islamabad, Pakistan – The Taliban have blamed Pakistan for an explosion in Kabul and another in the eastern Afghanistan province of Paktika on Thursday, amid mounting tensions between the neighbours

Taliban Expands Ties with India, While Accusing Pakistan of Bombing Afghanistan

By Mujib Mashal Reporting from New Delhi The New York Times Oct. 10, 2025 India and the Taliban government in Afghanistan announced expanded diplomatic ties on Friday, after the sides held their most high-powered talks in the four years since Taliban forces overran the U.S.-backed republic in Kabul, which New Delhi had supported. India said

Deported Afghans Face Hardship After Returning Empty-Handed from Iran

Naseer Ahmad Salehi Tolo News 9 Oct 2025 According to them, all their belongings remain in Iran, and they have returned to the country empty-handed. A number of Afghan migrants recently deported from Iran have expressed concerns over extreme poverty and severe economic challenges. Abdul Ahad, one of these migrants, was deported from Iran along

Russia and Tajikistan Discuss Afghanistan’s Future in Key Bilateral Talks

TOLOnews TV Network 9 Oct 2025 It is worth noting that Russia is the first country to have officially recognized the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. The presidents of Russia and Tajikistan held talks on Afghanistan during their recent meeting. According to a report by RIA Novosti, Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the need for an

Russia Issues Afghanistan Warning After Trump Says US Wants Bagram Air Base

By Gabe Whisnant Breaking News Editor Newsweek October 7, 2025 Russia warned Tuesday that it would consider any new foreign military presence in Afghanistan or nearby countries “categorically unacceptable,” delivering the message during a high-level meeting in Moscow that included Afghanistan’s Taliban government. Why It Matters The statement came weeks after President Donald Trump said the

UN to investigate suspected abuses in Afghanistan

By Emma Farge Reuters October 6, 2025 Summary Investigation’s scope includes the Taliban and foreign troops Trump opposed to ‘unlawful jurisdiction’ over US forces China voices doubts over the investigation GENEVA, Oct 6 (Reuters) – The United Nations Human Rights Council is to investigate abuses in Afghanistan, which could eventually enable criminal investigations into suspected

World Bank Says Afghanistan’s Modest Economic Growth Overshadowed by Rising Poverty and Fragility

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 8, 2025 World Bank on glass building. The World Bank says Afghanistan’s economy shows modest growth, but rising poverty, weak governance, and declining aid continue to threaten long-term stability and recovery. The World Bank has reported that Afghanistan’s economy shows modest signs of recovery, but deep poverty, displacement, and

Consequences of the United States’ 20-Year Presence in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 7 Oct 2025 After 20 years, the threat of terrorism did not end; instead, the emergence of the ISIS-Khorasan group after 2010 created a new wave of violence in the country. On October 7, 2001, the United States and its NATO allies entered Afghanistan with three main goals: fighting terrorism, combating narcotics,

Moscow Format Discusses Afghanistan’s Political and Economic Future

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 7 Oct 2025 Representatives from Afghanistan, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan attended the meeting. The 7th consultative meeting of the Moscow Format on Afghanistan, focusing on national reconciliation and regional cooperation in political and economic fields, was hosted by Russia today (Tuesday). Representatives from Afghanistan,

Regional powers signal objection to US reclaiming Afghanistan’s Bagram base

By Stephen Quillen and Reuters Al Jazeera 8 Oct 2025 Afghanistan’s regional neighbours, including India, have voiced a rare unified front by opposing foreign attempts to deploy “military infrastructure” in the country, as United States President Donald Trump presses to regain control of the Bagram airbase. In a joint statement on Tuesday, members of the Moscow Format

Social media content restricted in Afghanistan, Taliban sources confirm

Hafizullah Maroof and Doug Faulkner BBC News 8 Oct 2025 Restrictions have been placed on content on some social media platforms in Afghanistan, Taliban government sources told BBC Afghan. Filters have been applied to restrict certain types of content on sites including Facebook, Instagram and X, the sources at the Ministry of Communications and Information

Russia hosts Taliban delegation and warns against foreign military presence in Afghanistan

By VLADIMIR ISACHENKOV Associated Press October 7, 2025 MOSCOW (AP) — Russia hosted a delegation of Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban government Tuesday and issued a strong warning against a foreign military presence in the country. Speaking at the start of an international meeting on Afghanistan in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov praised the Taliban government for efforts

After finding refuge in Australia, a trailblazing judge fears the Taliban will take revenge on her family

Adeshola Ore Community affairs reporter The Guardian Sat 4 Oct 2025 The Taliban commander, armed with a machine gun, hopped out of a tan Ford ranger the US troops had left behind. Flanked by fighters, he knocked on the door of the female judge who had put him behind bars. It was 17 August 2021 – two days

Muttaqi Leaves for Russia to Attend Moscow Format Meeting

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 6 Oct 2025 This is the first time he is participating as an official member of the format, and he will discuss the expansion of Afghanistan’s relations with regional countries. Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, has traveled to Russia to attend the “Moscow

UN rights body orders probe into human rights in Afghanistan, with a focus on women and girls

Associated Press October 6, 2025 GENEVA (AP) — The U.N.’s top human rights body agreed Monday to set up an ongoing probe of human rights violations in Afghanistan under the Taliban, including against women and girls, in a measure pushed for by the European Union. With no opposition and only China opting out of the

Afghans awaited U.S. resettlement. Pakistan sent them back to the Taliban.

By Rick Noack The Washington Post 6 Oct 2025 More than 1 million Afghans have been pressured to leave or deported by Pakistan. Many were former U.S. contractors approved for U.S. resettlement, now on hold under Trump. For Mursal, the nightmares began in late January. That’s when the 28-year-old Afghan woman learned that President Donald

Iran may release hundreds of thousands of Afghan refugees into Iraq and Turkey

Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editor The Guardian Thu 2 Oct 2025 Iran is considering releasing hundreds of thousands of Afghan refugees across its western borders with Iraq and Turkey. It would be part of what officials describe as a necessarily more offensive and unpredictable strategy in the wake of the bombing of its nuclear sites and

U.S. Officials Deny Rumors of Returning to Bagram Airbase, Say No Troops in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 4, 2025 Two senior U.S. officials dismissed rumors of American troops returning to Afghanistan, confirming that the United States has no military presence or plans to reoccupy Bagram airbase. Two senior U.S. officials have categorically dismissed claims that American troops have returned to Afghanistan or regained control of the

Recognition of the Islamic Emirate Tops Agenda of Muttaqi’s Visit to India

TOLOnews TV Network 4 Oct 2025 According to Indian media reports, Amir Khan Muttaqi will arrive in New Delhi on October 9 after attending the Moscow Format meeting. During Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit to India, the issue of recognizing the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has been identified as one of the main

UN: Nine Million in Afghanistan Face Severe Food Insecurity

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 2, 2025 The United Nations warns that more than nine million people in Afghanistan face severe food insecurity, with worsening malnutrition threatening children and vulnerable families nationwide. The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that recent earthquakes in Afghanistan have worsened an already dire food security and nutrition crisis

Global Reactions Positive as Afghanistan Restores Internet

TOLOnews TV Network 2 Oct 2025 Zabihullah Mujahid added that he himself did not have internet access during the past 48 hours. The resumption of telecommunications and internet services in Afghanistan has been met with a global welcome. The spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, in a press briefing, welcomed the restoration of internet services in

UNSC Grants Travel Exemption for Amir Khan Muttaqi to Visit India

TOLOnews TV Network 2 Oct 2025 According to a statement issued by the UN Security Council Sanctions Committee, Muttaqi is allowed to travel to New Delhi from October 9 to 16, 2025. The United Nations Security Council has granted permission for Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, to travel

Afghans rejoice as internet returns after Taliban blackout

Dearbail Jordan, Hafizullah Maroof and Caroline Davies BBC News 1 Oct 2025 Afghans have taken to the streets to rejoice in the restoration of internet and telecom services after the Taliban government shut them down, provoking widespread condemnation. Local reporters said communications were resuming, while internet monitor Netblocks said network data showed a “partial restoration” of

New York Times Exposes Double Standards in U.S. War Crimes in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 1 Oct 2025 According to the report, cases related to alleged war crimes by American soldiers in Afghanistan have been handled with double standards. The New York Times, in a recently published investigative report, has revealed the culture of immunity granted to some U.S. forces accused of committing war crimes in Afghanistan.

New EU Envoy Pledges Strong Support for Afghanistan’s Women and Girls

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press October 1, 2025 Gilles Bertrand, the new EU Special Envoy for Afghanistan, pledged strong support for Afghan women and girls, prioritizing rights protection and humanitarian engagement amid ongoing restrictions. Gilles Bertrand, the newly appointed European Union Special Envoy for Afghanistan, has declared that supporting Afghan women and girls facing unprecedented

How Pakistan misread the Taliban and lost peace on the frontier

By Abid Hussain Al Jazeera Published On 1 Oct 2025 As Kabul resists action against the Pakistan Taliban in wake of Quetta suicide bomb, Islamabad is left to weigh military strikes and expulsions. Islamabad, Pakistan – When Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived at the military hospital in Bannu in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan,

Flights in Afghanistan grounded after internet shutdown

Mahfouz Zubaide,Hafizullah Maroof and Anbarasan Ethirajan, Global Affairs Reporter BBC News 30 September 2025 Afghanistan’s main airport is at a standstill as the country grapples with the fallout of a nationwide internet shutdown imposed by the Taliban government. The Taliban has yet to give an official reason for the decision, which took effect on Monday, but

Five Takeaways About the Culture of Lawlessness in the U.S. Special Forces

By Matthieu Aikins The New York Times Sept. 30, 2025 Until now, many of the troubling events that took place during the war in Afghanistan have been shrouded in secrecy. In Afghanistan, during the United States’ longest war, special operators like the Green Berets shouldered a disproportionate share of the fighting. At home, they were

Afghan Internet Back After 2-Day Blackout Tied to Taliban

By Elian Peltier and Safiullah Padshah Reporting from Islamabad, Pakistan, and Kabul, Afghanistan The New York Times Oct. 1, 2025 No reason was immediately given for why service resumed after a blackout rare in scope, even for a government that has drastically curtailed individual freedoms. Internet access was restored across parts of Afghanistan on Wednesday, two days after

Kabul’s wells run dry, driving children out of class and into water queues

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar Reuters September 29, 2025 Summary Families in the Afghan capital queue for hours for water Experts warn Kabul groundwater will be exhausted by 2030 Tanker costs drain poor households’ income Wells run dry, some 120 metres deep KABUL, Sept 30 (Reuters) – Eight-year-old Noorullah and his twin, Sanaullah, spend their days

Shehbaz Sharif Urges Inclusive Political Framework for Afghanistan at UNGA

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 27 Sept 2025 He added that Pakistan has a direct stake in Afghanistan’s peace and stability, considering it a key to regional prosperity and enhanced economic connectivity. At the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Shehbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, once again highlighted Afghanistan as one

Up to 5,000 Afghans Deported Daily from Iran via Islam Qala Border

Nasir Ahmad Salehi TOLOnews Reporter 28 Sept 2025 According to statistics, up to 5,000 people enter Afghanistan daily through the Islam Qala border crossing from Iran. Local officials in Herat say that in recent days, the deportation and forced return of Afghan migrants from Iran has once again increased. According to statistics, up to 5,000

Taliban’s ban on women’s education is extremism, threatens Afghanistan’s future: UN envoy Bennett

ANI The Tribune North India Sep 28, 2025 New York [US], September 28 (ANI): UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, has warned that the Taliban’s ban on women’s education constitutes extremism and threatens the country’s stability, development, and international standing, Tolo News reported. Speaking on the sidelines of the UN General

American man detained in Afghanistan has been released

By Alireza Hajihosseini and Piper Hudspeth Blackburn CNN September 28, 2025 An American man who had been detained in Afghanistan by the Taliban since December 2024 has been released, the US State Department announced Sunday. Amir Amiry, 36, was released Sunday after months of negotiations led by Qatari and US mediators and is now headed

Did restrictions on women workers hamper Afghanistan’s earthquake response?

By Ruchi Kumar Al Jazeera Published On 27 Sep 2025 Shortage of female medical staff, aid workers created challenges. But victims say male aid givers often helped them. A devastating magnitude 6.0 earthquake in eastern Afghanistan on August 31 killed more than 2,200 people and injured some 3,600, according to the Taliban authorities. Nearly half

UN, EU Warn ISIS-K May Recruit Afghan Returnees Amid Mass Deportations

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 25, 2025 UN and EU officials warn ISIS-K could recruit among millions of Afghans deported from Iran and Pakistan, as returnees face poverty, unemployment and instability in Afghanistan. United Nations and European security officials have warned that Islamic State’s affiliate in Afghanistan could exploit mass deportations of Afghans from

Analyst Says Trump’s Bagram Push Risks Dangerous Scenarios, Including Seizure or Destruction

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 25, 2025 An analyst warns Donald Trump’s push to retake Bagram Airbase in Afghanistan carries dangerous risks, including possible U.S. seizure or destruction, endangering lives and regional stability. U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that “bad things will happen” if the Taliban refuse to hand over control of Bagram

Afghanistan’s Trade Volume Rises by 30% Compared to Last Year

TOLOnews TV Network 25 Sept 2025 According to these figures, Afghanistan’s exports during this period amounted to 748 million dollars, indicating a 9% growth. he Ministry of Industry and Commerce has announced that in the first six months of 1404 (solar year), Afghanistan’s trade volume reached more than 6.783 billion dollars, showing a 30% increase

‘Send your daughters or you get no aid’: the Taliban are making religious schools girls’ only option

Sara Ibrahim and Hadis Habibyar for Zan Times The Guardian September 22, 2025 Food handouts and employment are increasingly tied to Afghan families’ agreement to strict Islamic education When the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in August 2021, Nahid, 24, was midway through an economics degree. She had hoped to work in a university after she

‘It kept our spirits alive’: Taliban’s internet blackout leaves girls in despair

Khadija Haidary for Zan Times The Guardian September 23, 2025 Many Afghan women and girls can no longer communicate or study online after the internet is cut off in 12 provinces Last week, 17-year-old Marjaneh* sat at her computer, waiting for her nightly online English lessons to begin. At 7pm, the scheduled start time, her

Afghanistan Loses UN Voting Rights For Third Year, Faces Growing Global Isolation

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 24, 2025 Afghanistan has lost its UN General Assembly voting rights for the third year running after failing to pay membership dues, deepening its political isolation worldwide. The United Nations has confirmed that Afghanistan has once again lost its voting rights in the General Assembly after failing to pay

Russian Daily: China to Assess Taliban’s Readiness Against Possible U.S. Military Operation in Afghanistan

By Khaama Press September 24, 2025 Russian daily Nezavisimaya Gazeta reports that China has invited Taliban defence chief Mullah Yaqoob to Beijing to evaluate the group’s readiness against potential U.S. operations in Afghanistan. Russian daily Nezavisimaya Gazeta has reported that China has issued an unexpected invitation to Mullah Mohammad Yaqoob, the Taliban’s acting defence minister, to visit Beijing. The

First Meeting of the OIC Contact Group on Afghanistan Held

TOLOnews TV Network 24 Sept 2025 The Islamic Emirate has not yet commented on the first meeting of the OIC Contact Group on Afghanistan. The first meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Contact Group on Afghanistan was held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. This meeting took place in New

Global Leaders Call for Support and Inclusion in Afghanistan at UN Assembly

TOLOnews TV Network 24 Sept 2025 The President of Turkey emphasized global support for Afghanistan and called on the Islamic Emirate to adopt an inclusive approach based on human values. Afghanistan was discussed in the speeches of several world leaders during the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. The President of Turkey emphasized

Sima Bahous: UN Has Neglected Rights of Afghan Women

TOLOnews TV Network 23 Oct 2025 This comes as the high-level UN General Assembly session began on September 23 and will continue until the 29th of this month. The United Nations Under-Secretary-General and UN Women’s third Executive Director, stated at the 80th UN General Assembly that women and girls in Afghanistan bear the heaviest burden

UNICEF Repeats Call for Reopening Girls’ Schools in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 23, 2025 UNICEF urged the Taliban to reopen girls’ schools, warning Afghanistan’s future depends on education to prevent child marriage, empower women, and address the worsening humanitarian crisis. UNICEF has renewed its call on the Taliban to reopen secondary schools for girls, stressing that Afghanistan’s future depends on equal

Islamic Emirate Reviewing Damages from Fiber Optic Disruptions

TOLOnews TV Network 23 Sept 2025 Experts believe that appointing a delegation to assess the damages of fiber optic services is a positive step toward strengthening digital governance Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesman for the Islamic Emirate, told TOLOnews that a delegation has been appointed to assess and prevent damages caused by disruptions to fiber optic services

Islamic Emirate Reaffirms Support for Journalists Within Islamic Values

TOLOnews TV Network 23 Sept 2025 Other officials of the Islamic Emirate described access to information and support for the media as fundamental responsibilities of the current system. Officials of the Islamic Emirate have emphasized support for journalists within the framework of journalistic principles and Islamic values. In Kabul, a gathering titled “True Journalism, Informed

Armed Clash in Bamyan Injures 10 People

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 22, 2025 An armed clash in Bamiyan’s Shibar district left 10 people injured, including a young woman, as authorities reported arrests and ongoing tensions in the area. Local officials in Bamiyan province reported that ten people, including a young woman, were injured during an intra-community clash that broke

Bagram: From Soviet Stronghold to U.S. Military Powerhouse in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 20 Sept 2025 Thousands of containers, barracks, restaurants, hospitals, shops, and even gyms were built within the base. Bagram Air Base was first constructed in the 1950s with assistance from the Soviet Union. During the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan between 1979 and 1989, the base became the primary hub for Soviet air

Afghanistan Stripped of UN Voting Rights for Third Consecutive Year

TOLOnews TV Network 21 Sept 2025 Some political analysts warn that the continuation of this situation could isolate the country from global processes. Afghanistan has been deprived of its voting rights at the United Nations for the third consecutive year. Some political analysts warn that the continuation of this situation could isolate the country from

My three boys starved to death. I hope angels bring them home, says Afghan mother

Yogita Limaye South Asia and Afghanistan correspondent BBC News 21 Sept 2025 Gusts of wind blew dust up off the ground as Ghulam Mohiddin and his wife Nazo walked towards the graveyard where all their children are buried. They showed us the graves of the three boys they lost in the past two years –

Taliban Bans Books by Women in Afghanistan’s Universities

By Pranav Baskar The New York Times Sept. 21, 2025 The Taliban government is purging books written by women from Afghanistan’s male-only university system and outlawing gender studies courses, the latest blows in a campaign against women’s rights since the group returned to power four years ago. Over 600 books, many of them written by

Taliban rejects Trump’s bid to take over Afghan air base that U.S. controlled for almost 20 years

CBS News/AP September 21, 2025 The Taliban government on Sunday rejected U.S. President Trump’s bid to retake Bagram Air Base, four years after America’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan left the sprawling military facility in the Taliban’s hands.Mr. Trump on Saturday renewed his call to reestablish a U.S. presence at Bagram, even saying “we’re talking now to Afghanistan” about

The Taliban are reaching out — and some countries are responding

By Rick Noack and Shaiq Hussain The Washington Post September 21, 2025 Anti-immigrant sentiment in Europe, concerns about militancy in Asia and acceptance that the Taliban regime is unlikely to collapse soon present a diplomatic opening. ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Four years into its second stretch in power, Afghanistan’s Taliban government has been recognized by only one country: Russia.

Thousands of Pakistani Vehicles Stuck at Afghanistan Border After Dropping Migrants

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 19, 2025 Nearly 18,000 Pakistani vehicles remain stranded in Spin Boldak after transporting Afghan migrants, as border restrictions and mass deportations worsen humanitarian and economic pressures. Nearly 18,000 Pakistani vehicles that carried Afghan migrants to the border are now stranded in Spin Boldak, unable to return due to restrictions

Trump’s Dream of Retaking Bagram Could Resemble an Afghan Re-Invasion

Reuters, 19 Sept 2025 Trump, speaking to reporters on Thursday during a trip to London, said “we want that base back” and cited what he called its strategic location near China. U.S. President Donald Trump’s goal of re-occupying Bagram air base in Afghanistan might end up looking like a re-invasion of the country, requiring more

UNAMA: $13 Billion in Aid Provided to Afghanistan Since 2021

TOLOnews TV Network 18 Sept 2025 Some economic experts also have differing views regarding the $13 billion in UN aid to the country. Roza Otunbayeva, the Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), has stated that since 2021, the international community has provided $13 billion in aid to Afghanistan. In her latest

Taliban Releases British Couple Detained for Months in Afghanistan

By Elian Peltier and Lynsey Chutel Elian Peltier reported from Karachi, Pakistan, and Lynsey Chutel reported from London. The New York Times September 20, 2025 A picture released by the Qatari government show Peter and Barbara Reynolds, on the right, with British and Qatari diplomats on a plane after they were released from custody in Afghanistan. Credit…Qatar

Trump says he is working to get Afghan air base from Taliban

By Adam Taylor and Susannah George The Washington Post September 19, 2025 Such an outcome would signify a remarkable rapprochement after the U.S. fought a 20-year war against the militant group. LONDON — The United States is working to regain control of Bagram air base from the Taliban in Afghanistan, President Donald Trump said Thursday, describing

Taliban Rebuffs Trump’s Effort to Regain Air Base in Afghanistan

By Elian Peltier Reporting from Karachi, Pakistan The New York Times Sept. 19, 2025 An Afghan official rejected the idea of a renewed presence for the U.S. military in the country, but left the door open for “political and economic relations.” Taliban officials late Thursday rejected a suggestion by President Trump that the United States

Internet Shutdowns Hit Parts of Afghanistan Amid Talk of a Crackdown

By Taimoor Shah and Elian Peltier Taimoor Shah reporting from Kandahar, Afghanistan, and Elian Peltier from Karachi, Pakistan. The New York Times Sept. 18, 2025 Some provincial officials said the country’s leader instructed them to switch off Wi-Fi in their area to limit the “misuse of the internet” and diffusion of “immoral acts.” Internet shutdowns hit several

Return of Over Four Million Migrants Deepens Afghanistan’s Economic Crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 18, 2025 The return of more than four million Afghan migrants from Iran and Pakistan since 2023 has intensified Afghanistan’s economic crisis, worsening unemployment, displacement, and humanitarian pressures. Since September 2023, more than four million Afghans have been forced to return from Iran and Pakistan, including nearly 1.5 million

‘Race against time’ to remove rubble after recent earthquake in Afghanistan’s east, says UN

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS September 18, 2025 The United Nations says aid workers are still in a “race against time” to remove rubble and rebuild after the devastating earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan last month, killing at least 2,200 people and cutting off remote areas. The 6.0-magnitude quake on Aug. 31 was shallow, destroying or causing extensive damage to low-rise

Trump says US ‘trying’ to get Afghan airbase back

By Paul McLeary Politico 09/18/2025 12:20 PM EDT The first Trump administration negotiated an American withdrawal from the country by 2021 and didn’t mention keeping the base. President Donald Trump announced Thursday that the U.S. is trying to reclaim the Afghanistan airbase that American troops abandoned in 2021 during their withdrawal from the country. Trump

‘My wife died giving birth after Trump cut funding to our clinic’

Yogita Limaye South Asia and Afghanistan correspondent BBC News 14 Sept 2025 When Shahnaz went into labour, her husband Abdul called a taxi to take them to the only medical facility accessible to them. “She was in a lot pain,” he says. A 20-minute drive away, the clinic was in Shesh Pol village in Afghanistan’s

UNICEF Calls for End to Restrictions as Mental Health Issues, Child Marriages Rise in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 17, 2025 UNICEF warned that restrictions on girls’ education in Afghanistan are fueling rising mental health problems and early marriages, urging authorities to lift the ban immediately. Catherine Russell, UNICEF’s Executive Director, has raised alarm over worsening mental health challenges and rising early marriages among Afghan girls barred from

Khalilzad Slams Hekmatyar’s Legacy, Labels Him ‘Butcher of Kabul’

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 17, 2025 Former U.S. envoy Zalmay Khalilzad slammed Gulbuddin Hekmatyar’s violent legacy, labeling him the “Butcher of Kabul,” citing wartime atrocities, failed political ambitions, and foreign ties. Former U.S. envoy for Afghanistan peace Zalmay Khalilzad sharply criticized Gulbuddin Hekmatyar on Wednesday, Septermber 7, in a post on X,

UN Warns Budget Cuts Are Deepening Afghanistan’s Humanitarian Crisis

TOLOnews TV Network 16 Sept 2025 In another part of his remarks, Fletcher expressed concern over the ban on female staff working with UN-affiliated agencies in Afghanistan. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) says that budget reductions have inflicted the greatest impact on the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan. The UN’s

Taliban shut down WiFi, a lifeline for women and girls, in Afghan province

By Tobi Raji and Rick Noack The Washington Post September 17, 2025 Afghan government workers in Balkh province appeared to have been taken by surprise by the WiFi ban. The Taliban have stopped fiber-optic internet services in a northern Afghanistan province, an official said Tuesday, leaving tens of thousands of Afghans without internet access and

Pakistan–Afghanistan Ties Hit New Low as Islamabad Warns Kabul Over TTP, Says Dawn

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 15, 2025 Pakistani media reported that officials in Islamabad have hinted at widening air operations deeper into Afghanistan territory if militant attacks continue, heightening fears of escalation. Pakistan’s relations with Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities have sunk to a new low, with Islamabad voicing alarm over Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants operating

UN Says Over Three Million in Afghanistan Face Displacement and Humanitarian Crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 16, 2025 The United Nations reported more than three million people in Afghanistan are displaced by conflict and instability, warning urgent international aid is needed to address the humanitarian emergency. The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) said on Tuesday that Afghanistan is grappling with a deepening humanitarian and displacement crisis,

UN Security Council to Hold Quarterly Meeting on Afghanistan

ByFidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 16, 2025 The UN Security Council will convene its quarterly meeting on Afghanistan Wednesday, with Special Envoy Roza Otunbayeva presenting her final report as humanitarian, economic, and rights crises intensify. The United Nations Security Council announced it will hold its quarterly meeting on Afghanistan on Wednesday. Special Representative of the

Taliban leader bans Wi-Fi in an Afghan province to ‘prevent immorality’

Associated Press September 16, 2025 JALALABAD, Afghanistan (AP) — The Taliban leader banned fibre optic internet in an Afghan province to “prevent immorality,” a spokesman for the administration said Tuesday. It’s the first time a ban of this kind has been imposed since the Taliban seized power in August 2021, and leaves government offices, the private sector, public

‘My village is a graveyard’: Afghans describe devastation after earthquake

By Sorin Furcoi Al Jazeera 13 Sep 2025 Thousands have been displaced and many have nowhere to shelter, just weeks before winter hits. Khas Kunar, Afghanistan – Stoori was pulled out from under the rubble of his house in Kunar province after it was destroyed by the magnitude 6 earthquake which struck on the night of August 31.

UN agency appeals for funds to help tens of thousands of quake-hit Afghans, many still homeless

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS September 11, 2025 BRUSSELS (AP) — The U.N.’s migration agency is appealing for funds for around 134,000 people who need help in Afghanistan, nearly two weeks after an earthquake killed more than 2,200 people in the country’s mountainous east. Many of the quake-hit Afghans are homeless, sleeping in the open and desperate to

Baradar Calls for Continued Aid, Reconstruction After Kunar Earthquake

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 12 Sept 2025 Twelve days ago, a deadly earthquake struck Kunar and neighboring provinces, causing heavy casualties and massive financial losses. Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, during a visit to Kunar, expressed condolences to earthquake survivors and stressed the continuation of humanitarian aid, the reconstruction

UN: 4.7M Afghan Women and Children Face Severe Malnutrition

TOLOnews TV Network 12 SEPTEMBER 2025 Most of the malnourished children are being brought from various provinces to Indira Gandhi Children’s Hospital in Kabul for treatment. The spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General has stated that one in every four people in Afghanistan is facing severe food insecurity, and more than 4.7 million women and children

Afghanistan: New restrictions on women nationals working for UN, put aid efforts at risk

UN News 11 September 2025 The United Nations in Afghanistan called on Thursday for the de facto Taliban authorities to lift restrictions barring women national staff from entering its premises. © UNOCHA/Charlotte Cans A staff member with the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) speaks with displaced women in the eastern province of Nangahar

Woman held by Taliban warns British couple ‘dying’ in prison

Freya Chappell and Maia Davies BBC News September 13, 2025 An American woman detained by the Taliban alongside a British couple has told the BBC they are “literally dying” in prison and that “time is running out”. Faye Hall was arrested with Peter, 80, and Barbie Reynolds, 76 on 1 February when returning to Bamiyan

With little aid, Afghanistan’s quakes spell ‘inter-generational’ crisis

By Ariba Shahid, Mohammad Yunus Yawar and Sayed Hassib Reuters September 11, 2025 Summary Quake destroys Afghan homes, livestock, livelihoods Families shelter under tents as winter nears UNDP claims 1.3 mln animals affected in quake NRC: 7,000 livestock killed, irrigation damaged KARACHI/BAMBA KOT, Afghanistan, Sept 11 (Reuters) – Earthquakes that flattened villages in eastern Afghanistan this month destroyed

UNICEF Appeals for $22m to Aid Children Affected by Afghanistan Earthquakes

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 10, 2025 UNICEF has launched a $22 million appeal to aid over 212,000 children in eastern Afghanistan, providing healthcare, clean water, education, nutrition, and psychosocial support after devastating earthquakes. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has announced a $22 million humanitarian programme to meet the urgent needs of vulnerable

Bitter Return: Afghan Migrants Share Painful Tales of Forced Deportation

Sadaqat Ghorzang TOLOnews Reporter 9 Sept 2025 Local officials say that every day, thousands of families are being deported through the Torkham crossing into Afghanistan. With the launch of the third phase of the forced deportation of Afghan migrants from Pakistan, the process of returning Afghans has intensified. Local officials say that every day, thousands

Afghanistan quake destroyed 5,230 homes in 49 villages — but the UN hasn’t gotten to 362 others

By EDITH M. LEDERER The Associated Press September 8, 2025 UNITED NATIONS (AP) — An initial United Nations assessment of the impact of Afghanistan’s recent deadly earthquake found 5,230 homes destroyed and 672 damaged in 49 villages — but the U.N. hasn’t been able to get to the vast majority of the remote villages. Shannon

China Sends $7 Million Aid Shipment to Afghanistan’s Earthquake Victims

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press – September 7, 2025 China has delivered its first $7 million aid consignment to Afghanistan, including 3,000 blankets and 350 tents, as survivors of the 6.1-magnitude quake urgently seek shelter. A powerful 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kunar and neighboring eastern provinces of Afghanistan, destroying thousands of homes and leaving hundreds

Afghan Lives in the Wake of Disaster and Deportation

ByVaishali Basu Sharma Khaama Press September 7, 2025 On the night of August 31, eastern Afghanistan was struck by a powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake with its epicenter near Jalalabad in Nangarhar province. The tremor, recorded at 11:47 p.m. local time, devastated the mountainous terrain, flattening villages and reducing thousands of homes to rubble. More than 1,400

Over 5,000 Tents Set Up for Earthquake Survivors in Kunar

Sadaqat Ghorzang TOLOnews Reporter 7 Sept 2025 According to local officials, all basic necessities have been provided for survivors in these temporary camps. More than 5,000 tents have been installed in temporary camps for the earthquake-affected people of Kunar province. According to local officials, all basic necessities have been provided for survivors in these temporary

Kunar Earthquake Survivors Face Deep Psychological Trauma

Sadaqat Ghorzang TOLOnews Reporter 6 Sept 2025 The continuous aftershocks have disrupted and made daily life difficult for residents of Deh-e-Gul valley in the Suki district. Sadaqat Ghorzang, a TOLOnews reporter who has been in Kunar since the earthquake struck, says that many survivors of last week’s deadly quake are grappling with severe psychological problems.

Afghan survivors struggle in the wake of deadly earthquake

Al Jazeera Published On 6 Sep 2025 More than 2,200 deaths recorded as southeast Afghanistan grapples with aftermath of a powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake. In the mountains of southeast Afghanistan, whole villages have been reduced to piles of stone and mud. Nearly one week after a devastating earthquake struck Kunar province, residents are mourning their

Two powerful aftershocks pummel Afghanistan after earthquakes kill 2,200

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar Reuters September 5, 2025 Summary Two powerful aftershocks strike within 12 hours More than 6,700 homes destroyed, survivors stay in the open Rescuers slowed by landslides, blocked roads, rough terrain WHO warns of disease, overcrowding, lack of sanitation UN says money running low, plans emergency funding appeal JALALABAD, Afghanistan, Sept 5

US yet to approve any help following Afghanistan earthquake, sources say

By Jonathan Landay Reuters September 6, 2025 Summary Trump administration ended virtually all aid to Afghanistan in April UN aid chief says quake latest crisis to expose impact of funding cuts on humanitarian work UN says initial donations received from multiple countries, but more aid needed WASHINGTON, Sept 6 (Reuters) – Nearly a week after

Afghanistan Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 1,457 as Rescue Efforts Continue

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 4, 2025 Four days after Afghanistan’s Kunar earthquake, official reports confirm 1,457 deaths and 3,394 injuries. Over 6,700 homes destroyed as international aid struggles to reach remote communities. The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck Afghanistan’s eastern Kunar province has risen to 1,457, Taliban officials confirmed on

Sharp Rise in Forced Deportations of Afghan Migrants from Pakistan

TOLOnews TV Network 4 Sept 2025 According to them, after the expiration of the designated deadline (August 31), the Pakistani government has intensified the forced removal of Afghan migrants. A number of Afghan migrants in Pakistan report a sharp increase in forced deportations from the country in recent days. According to them, after the expiration

UN: Aftershocks Deepen Humanitarian Crisis in Kunar

TOLOnews TV Network 4 Sept 2025 However, earthquake survivors in Kunar say they have lost everything and now desperately need immediate assistance, especially shelter. As the crisis in Kunar continues, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) announced that following the recent earthquake in eastern Afghanistan, assessments and relief operations are ongoing

Third quake strikes Afghanistan as deaths rise

Joel Guinto BBC News September 4, 2025 A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Afghanistan’s remote south-eastern region on Thursday night, the third quake in six days, as the death toll from the first continued to rise. The shallow quake hit at 20:56 local time (15:36 GMT) and sent people in Nangarhar and Kunar provinces scampering out

Afghanistan earthquake death toll rises to 2,200

Al Jazeera Published On 4 Sep 20254 Sep 2025 Rescuers have recovered hundreds of bodies from mountainous areas of southeastern Afghanistan, which was hit by a major earthquake at the weekend, taking the death toll to more than 2,200, according to a Taliban government spokesperson. Previous estimates said some 1,400 people were killed. Taliban spokesperson

After Afghan Quake, Many Male Rescuers Aided Men but Not Women

By Fatima Faizi The New York Times Sept. 4, 2025, 1:04 p.m. ET A prohibition on contact between unrelated women and men meant many women’s wounds went untended and some were left trapped under rubble after a deadly earthquake, witnesses said. The first rescue workers reached Bibi Aysha’s village more than 36 hours after an earthquake

Fresh Tremor of Magnitude 4.7 Jolts Eastern Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 4, 2025 A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan near Jalalabad, days after Kunar’s deadly tremors, deepening fears as survivors await aid amid ongoing devastation and blocked relief access. At 9:40 a.m. local time on Thursday, September 4, another earthquake measuring 4.7 struck eastern Afghanistan, according to the U.S. Geological

How to help those impacted by the Afghanistan earthquake: Charities, organizations to support relief efforts

By Megan Forrester ABC News September 2, 2025 The 6.0 magnitude quake has killed over 1,400 people, officials said. The earthquake that struck Afghanistan on Sunday has killed over 1,400 people, injured over 3,000 and destroyed several villages, according to officials. The 6.0 magnitude quake — which was followed by a second 5.2 magnitude earthquake on

Aid effort underway after Afghanistan quake ‘wipes out’ villages

UN News September 4, 2025 The aftermath of the deadly earthquakes that hit Herat province in October 2023. The latest disaster is believed to have devastated hard-to-reach rural communities on the other side of the country. © WHO/Zakarya Safari By Daniel Johnson After a magnitude six earthquake struck remote areas of eastern Afghanistan overnight reportedly killing at least

Afghanistan earthquake death toll tops 2,200, survivors face aid crunch

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar, Sayed Hassib and Charlotte Greenfield Reuters September 4, 2025 Summary At least 2,205 dead, over 3,600 injured, Taliban says About 84,000 affected, thousands displaced, says aid agency Some Kunar villages saw 98% of buildings destroyed or damaged Funding cuts, Taliban policies worsen aid situation KABUL/MAZAR DARA, Afghanistan, Sept 4 (Reuters) – Rescue workers on

Death Toll and Damage Rise in Kunar Earthquake

Sadaqat Ghorzang TOLOnews Reporter 3 Sept 2025 Tremors are still being felt in the quake-affected areas, and rescue operations continue with efforts from both the Islamic Emirate and local residents. The death toll from Sunday night’s deadly earthquake has risen to nearly 1,457, with more than 3,900 injured. One of the residents of Andarlach village

Rescue Efforts for Earthquake Victims Underway in Kunar

TOLOnews TV Network 3 Sept 2025 Dozens of homes have been destroyed, leaving many families to spend cold and terrifying nights under the open sky. Rescue and relief operations are still ongoing in Kunar following Monday night’s deadly earthquake. After the devastating quake, a number of victims remain trapped under the rubble. “In Mazar Valley

Afghanistan death toll passes 1,400 as second earthquake strikes

Hannah Ellis-Petersen and Haroon Janjua The Guardian Tue 2 Sep 2025 Taliban appeal for aid, with casualties expected to increase as rescue teams struggle to reach isolated areas The Taliban have called for international aid as Afghanistan reels from an earthquake that killed more than 1,400 people and left thousands more injured. Rescuers searched into the night for survivors

WFP Sends Aid to Quake-Hit Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 2, 2025 The World Food Programme is rushing emergency aid to Afghanistan’s quake-hit Kunar and Nangarhar provinces, where over 800 lives were lost and thousands injured. The World Food Programme (WFP) is swiftly delivering emergency aid to Afghanistan, dispatching food and High Energy Biscuits to quake-hit communities in Kunar

SCO Emphasizes Formation of Inclusive Government in Afghanistan

Najibullah Lalzoy Manager, Online 2 Sept 2025 The statement also notes that SCO member states support international efforts aimed at assisting Afghanistan on the path to peace and development. The members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) have emphasized in a joint statement that the formation of an inclusive government in Afghanistan is the only

Qatari Diplomat: Doha Continues Efforts to Bridge Kabul–Washington Relation

By TOLOnews TV Network 2 Sept 2025 Al-Qashouti added that his country remains committed to supporting stability, economic cooperation, and Afghanistan’s political process. Mirdaf Al-Qashouti, Qatar’s Chargé d’Affaires to Afghanistan, told TOLOnews that Qatar’s efforts to improve relations between Kabul and Washington have been ongoing since 2014. Al-Qashouti added that his country remains committed to supporting

Death Toll in Kunar Earthquake Rises Above 1,400, Thousands Injured

Sadaqat Ghorzang TOLOnews Reporter 2 September 2025 The disaster also resulted in the destruction of 5,412 houses. The death toll from the earthquake in Kunar has so far risen to more than 1,400 people. According to Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate, in this devastating earthquake in the districts of Nurgal, Suki, Chapa

The Quake That Rocked Afghanistan ‘Like Doomsday’

By Safiullah Padshah and Elian Peltier The New York Times Sept. 2, 2025 Villages remain cut off in the remote, mountainous areas in the east that have been hardest hit by the disaster, which has killed at least 1,400 people. When what sounded like an explosion jolted Mirza Gul Sayar out of bed on Sunday night, he

Funding cuts to Afghanistan obstruct earthquake response

By Mohammad Yunus Yawar and Charlotte Greenfield Reuters September 1, 2025 Summary Quake response hampered by funding cuts Deadly tremor the latest of multiple crises Dozens of clinics shut in worst-hit provinces KABUL, Sept 1 (Reuters) – The shrinking of funding for Afghanistan, led by U.S. aid cuts, was hampering the response on Monday to a powerful earthquake

Afghanistan Excluded from SCO Summit for Fourth Year

ByFidel Rahmati Khaama Press September 1, 2025 Afghanistan was not invited to the 2025 SCO summit in Tianjin, as member states stressed an inclusive government is essential for peace and regional stability. The main session of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) convened today, September 1, 2025, in Tianjin, China, without Afghanistan’s participation. Despite being an

Afghanistan earthquake: What we know – and what we don’t

Ariana News Afghanistan 1 Sept 2025 Many homes in the affected areas are built with mud bricks and wood, making them highly vulnerable to collapse A 6.0 magnitude earthquake has struck Afghanistan’s mountainous eastern region, with authorities saying hundreds of people have been killed. The quake hit at 23:47 local time on Sunday (19:17 GMT)

Earthquake in Afghanistan Leaves More Than 800 Dead

By Safiullah PadshahElian Peltier and Mike Ives Safiullah Padshah reported from Kabul, Afghanistan. The New York Times Sept. 1, 2025, 8:52 a.m. ET The quake, near the border with Pakistan, injured more than 2,500 people, the authorities said. The death toll was expected to rise. More than 800 people were killed and 2,500 were injured after a

Taliban launch crackdown on Afghanistan’s secret beauty salons

Zahra Joya and Hania Forotan The Guardian 30 Aug 2025 The Taliban have issued an order targeting underground beauty salons operating in secret across Afghanistan, warning the women running them that they have one month to stop or face arrest. Officially, all beauty salons were closed by the Taliban in August 2023, shuttering 12,000 businesses with the

UN Security Council to Hold Briefing on Afghanistan in September

Hadia Ziaei, Tolo News 1 Sept 2025 According to the Council’s statement, this will be Otunbayeva’s final quarterly report before the end of her mandate in September. The UN Security Council has announced that it will hold its quarterly briefing on Afghanistan in September. According to the Council’s statement, Roza Otunbayeva, head of UNAMA, will

Pakistan’s Deportation Deadline Ends: Thousands of Afghans Return

Sadaqat Ghorzang TOLOnews Reporter 1 Sept 2025 Contrary to international refugee principles, forced deportations and mistreatment by police have left refugees returning empty-handed. On the last day of Pakistan’s deadline for the forced return of Afghan refugees holding PoR (Proof of Registration) cards, nearly 2,000 families returned to Afghanistan through the Torkham border crossing. The

August 31: End of America’s Longest War in Afghanistan

Tolo News 1 Sept 2025 The Doha Agreement between the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and the United States, paved the way for the withdrawal of foreign forces. August 31 is not just another date on the calendar; it marks the end of the United States’ 20-year presence in Afghanistan, a presence that began under the

Strong earthquake strikes southeastern Afghanistan

Hindustan Times Sept 01, 2025 According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the epicentre of Afghanistan earthquake was located near Jalalabad. A strong earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Afghanistan’s mountainous Hindu Kush region late Sunday, US seismologists reported. The tremor occurred near the country’s eastern border with Pakistan, raising concerns in

Severe Drought Slashes Afghanistan Wheat Harvest by 60%, Aid Group Warns of Worsening Food Crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 30, 2025 German aid group HELP warns Afghanistan’s severe drought has cut wheat harvests by 60% in the west, pushing millions closer to hunger amid worsening climate-driven crises. The German aid organization HELP has warned that Afghanistan is facing one of its most severe food crises in recent years,

SCO to Hold Consultative Meeting in Dushanbe with Afghanistan’s Security and Stability on Agenda

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 30, 2025 The Shanghai Cooperation Organization will convene in Dushanbe on September 11–12, focusing on Afghanistan’s security, terrorism threats, and the need for an inclusive political settlement amid regional concerns. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) will hold a consultative meeting of its member states on September 11–12 in

UN Survey: 92% of Afghans Support Girls’ Education

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 30 Aug 2025 While girls above grade six have been banned from attending school for nearly four years, the latest UN Women survey highlights Afghan society’s strong support for education. The survey, conducted among around 2,000 people across Afghanistan, shows that 92% believe girls’ education is vital and essential. Details

Defense Minister Says Taliban Cut Ties with al-Qaeda After U.S. Invasion

Hayatullah Rahimi Journalist & Digital Editor Tolo News The Defense Minister also said that the Islamic Emirate has 150,000 forces, most of whom are equipped with modern American weapons. Mawlawi Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid, the Defense Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, says that the roots of all terrorist groups, including ISIS, have been eliminated

Rights groups urge UN to create legal pathways for justice in Afghanistan

Harjaap Ahluwalia | Osgoode Hall Law School, CA JURISTnews August 28, 2025 107 rights organizations signed an open letter published Thursday that implored the UN Human Rights Council to establish an international mechanism to hold Afghanistan accountable for past and ongoing human rights violations. Organizations argued that the UN Human Rights Council has failed to institute measures to address

Contract breach or banditry? Inside the collapse of the Taliban’s oil deal with China

By Anthony Kuhn and Vincent Ni National Public Radio/NPR August 29, 2025 Turbaned Afghan officials and hard-hatted Chinese engineers gathered in Afghanistan’s Sar-e-Pul province in 2023 to mark the opening of Chinese-invested oil fields. The fields are located in the Amu Darya River basin, a major Central Asian watershed that includes glacier-capped mountains and vast, arid

Taliban blames Pakistan for airstrikes that kill 3 people in eastern Afghanistan

Associated Press August 28, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — Airstrikes that Afghanistan’s Taliban blamed on neighboring Pakistan struck two eastern provinces of the country, killing at least three people, wounding seven others and damaging homes, officials and witnesses said Thursday. The Taliban foreign ministry decried the strikes that took place late Wednesday in Nangarhar and Khost

EU Warns of Urgent Water Crisis in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 28, 2025 The European Union has warned of severe water shortages in Afghanistan, particularly Kabul, pledging support for local partners to address the crisis threatening agriculture, health, and livelihoods. The European Union office in Afghanistan has raised concerns over the country’s shrinking water resources, particularly in Kabul, warning that

Trump Cuts U.S. Funding for Afghan Allies’ Resettlement Programs

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 28, 2025 Trump’s decision to cut funding for Afghan resettlement programs leaves thousands vulnerable, raising concerns over U.S. credibility, future alliances, and the safety of women in Afghanitsan. U.S. President Donald Trump has reduced funding for programs that support the relocation and resettlement of Afghan allies in the United

22 Million in Afghanistan Need Urgent Aid as Health Crisis Deepens, WHO Warns

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 29, 2025 WHO warns Afghanistan faces a severe health crisis as 22 million need aid, funding gaps shut clinics, and mass refugee returns threaten to overwhelm fragile systems. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that Afghanistan faces a worsening humanitarian crisis, with more than 22 million of the

Pakistan Airstrikes Hit Nangarhar and Khost, Civilians Killed, Injured

Sadaqat Ghorzang TOLOnews Reporter 28 Aug 2025 Local residents say this incident not only terrified the people of Raghzi village but also shocked dozens of families several kilometers away. Pakistani drones once again carried out airstrikes on parts of Nangarhar and Khost provinces last night (Wednesday). According to reports, in the Pakistani airstrike on the

U.S. Lawmakers Push to Restart Afghan Refugee Relocation

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 28 Aug 2025 American media reported that the proposal, titled the “Enduring Welcome Act”, was introduced in the House of Representatives last week. Several members of the U.S. Congress and civil society activists have called for the approval of a law that would restart the process of transferring Afghan refugees

The world is learning to live with the Taliban

The Economist Aug 21st, 2025 Four years after the fall of Kabul, governments are quietly recognising the insurgents As insurgents, the Taliban spent 20 years wearing down the world’s most powerful army. As diplomats they needed just four to break out of their international isolation. Since seizing power in August 2021, most countries have refused

Hegseth Anticipates Full Review of Kabul Airport Attack Circumstances by Mid-2026

By Matthew Olay DOD News August 26, 2025 Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he anticipates that a Defense Department special review panel looking into the circumstances surrounding the Aug. 26, 2021, suicide bombing attack in Kabul, Afghanistan, should be ready to present its findings by sometime in mid-2026. The attack, carried out by a bomber

U.S. Veterans Demand Accountability on Kabul Abbey Gate Attack Anniversary

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 27, 2025 On the fourth anniversary of the Kabul Abbey Gate attack, U.S. veterans urged government accountability, honoring 13 fallen soldiers and 170 Afghan civilians killed during America’s chaotic withdrawal. On the fourth anniversary of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan and the deadly Abbey Gate suicide bombing, American veterans

Afghanistan Urges Global Support to Tackle Climate Change

TOLOnews TV Network 27 Aug 2025 NEPA officials also called on the international community to support Afghanistan in tackling climate challenges. The head of Afghanistan’s National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA) says Afghanistan has a very small role in producing greenhouse gases but has suffered heavily from the global phenomenon of climate change. Speaking at a

Concern Over Women’s Neglect in Islamic Emirate 5-Year Plan

TOLOnews TV Network 27 Aug 2025 They emphasized that women make up half of society and that every national program must consider their needs and participation. After the five-year development strategy for Afghanistan was finalized by the leadership of the Islamic Emirate, a number of female students in Kabul said that the program did not

9/11 Victims’ Relatives Lose Legal Battle Over Afghan Reserves

TOLOnews TV Network 27 Aug 2025 The ruling marks a setback for some victims who had previously sought to claim a portion of the Afghan assets through legal action against groups like al-Qaeda. The U.S. Court of Appeals has ruled that victims of the September 11 attacks and the U.S. embassy bombings in East Africa

Trump honors fallen US service members and criticizes Biden to mark Afghanistan bombing anniversary

By WILL WEISSERT Associated Press August 25, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday marked the fourth anniversary of the suicide bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members during the chaotic withdrawal at the end of the Afghanistan War by signing a proclamation honoring the fallen. Surrounded by about 35 family members of those killed, including one

Afghan Migrants Face Uncertainty Amid Forced Deportations

TOLOnews TV Network 26 Aug 2025 Afghan migrants say the forced deportations have left families facing fear, uncertainty, and a livelihood crisis. Amid the continued forced deportation of Afghan migrants from Iran and Pakistan, concerns have grown among migrant families. Afghan migrants say the forced deportations have left families facing fear, uncertainty, and a livelihood

Islamic Emirate Releases a 5-Year Development Strategy for Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 26 Aug 2025 This strategy has been formulated in 15 sectors, based on Sharia rulings, scientific standards, and reliance on domestic capacities. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesman for the Islamic Emirate, stated Afghanistan’s development strategy has been finalized by the leader of the Islamic Emirate and will now enter the implementation phase. According to

Trump Calls Afghanistan Withdrawal ‘Most Embarrassing Day in U.S. History’

TOLOnews TV Network 26 Aug 2025 Trump stressed that American forces should have been stationed at Bagram Air Base instead of Kabul airport. Four years after the deadly attack at Kabul airport, questions and criticism over how the United States withdrew from Afghanistan remain unresolved inside the country. Donald Trump, strongly criticizing former U.S. Former

Germany to resume entry of vulnerable Afghans after legal, diplomatic pressure

By Riham Alkousaa Reuters August 26, 2025 Summary Some 2,000 Afghans stranded in Pakistan after Germany paused scheme to admit them Pakistan aims to expel Afghan refugees by September 1 deadline Government had faced several lawsuits challenging freeze on admissions BERLIN, Aug 26 (Reuters) – Germany is set to lift its months-long ban on the

UN Warns ISIS-K Still Threatens Afghanistan, Europe, and Central Asia

TOLOnews TV Network 24 Aug 2025 Natalia Gherman said that the group is actively working to recruit new members and raise funds through propaganda tactics and online campaigns. The Executive Director of the United Nations Counter-Terrorism Committee has stated that the Khorasan branch of ISIS (ISIS-K) continues to pose a significant threat to Afghanistan, Europe,

Da Afghanistan Bank: Afghani Value Up 21% Against Foreign Currencies

By Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 23 Aug 2025 The bank’s data further show that banking sector financing has increased by 71 percent compared to the previous year. Da Afghanistan Bank says that in the past four years, the value of the Afghani has increased by 21 percent against foreign currencies, especially the US dollar. Bank officials

Can China make Pakistan and the Taliban friends again?

By Abid Hussain Al Jazeera 21 Aug 2025 As China pushes to expand the CPEC, Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions continue to cast a shadow over trilateral diplomacy Islamabad, Pakistan – With clasped hands and half-smiles, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, China and Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban posed as they gathered in Kabul on Wednesday for a trilateral meeting. It

Afghanistan: Focal Point of Regional, Global Diplomatic Efforts

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 22 Aug 2025 Meanwhile, Pakistan’s special representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq, met with his British counterpart Andrew McCoubrey. Four years after the collapse of the republic and the return of the Islamic Emirate to power, Afghanistan remains at the center of regional and global diplomatic discussions. In Moscow, Russian Foreign

U.S. Official: Taliban Have ‘Relatively’ Cooperated in Counterterrorism

TOLOnews TV Network 23 Aug 2025 Sebastian Gorka added that there are groups in Afghanistan that pose a threat to the current ruling authority as well. Sebastian Gorka, Deputy Assistant to the U.S. President and a senior member of the National Security Council on counterterrorism affairs, has said that the “Taliban” have cooperated with the

Peace Changed the Village Where War Changed Me

Joao Silva Reporting from Deh-e Kuchay, Afghanistan The New York Times Aug. 21, 2025, 8:58 a.m. ET Fifteen years after a combat photographer lost his legs to a land mine, he returned to the place in Afghanistan where it happened. The village elder was out in his pasture, as he is every morning, crouched low in

Humanitarian Crisis: Afghan Refugees with Legal Papers Forced to Live in Islamabad Parks

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 21, 2025 Afghan refugees with legal documents, expelled from homes in Islamabad, now live in public parks without food, shelter, or medical care, creating a growing humanitarian crisis. Afghan refugees with legal documents who were evicted from their homes in Islamabad are now spending nights in a city park, struggling

Don Brown Appointed as U.S. Chargé d’Affaires for Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 21, 2025 Don Brown, a career diplomat and former deputy chief of mission, has been appointed U.S. Chargé d’Affaires for Afghanistan, succeeding Karen Decker after her dedicated service. The United States Embassy for Afghanistan, now operating from Doha, announced the appointment of Don Brown as Chargé d’Affaires ad interim on

Afghanistan Afghan, Pakistani Diplomats Urge Resolution of Bilateral Tensions

TOLOnews TV Network 21 Aug 2025 The Islamic Emirate’s ambassador in Islamabad, emphasized the Emirate’s balanced and economy-focused foreign policy. The Institute of Strategic Studies in Islamabad held an online discussion reviewing four years of the Islamic Emirate’s rule in Afghanistan. Speaking at the event, Sardar Ahmad Shakib, the Islamic Emirate’s ambassador in Islamabad, emphasized

UN, China, Pakistan Voice Concern Over Terrorist Presence in Afghanistan

Hayatullah Rahimi Journalist & Digital Editor Tolo News 21 Aug 2025 The Chinese envoy further urged regional countries to make use of existing initiatives, such as SCO, to strengthen regional counterterrorism efforts. Although the Islamic Emirate has repeatedly denied the presence of terrorist groups in Afghanistan, Pakistan’s representative to the UN Security Council, Asim Iftikhar

Lawmakers announce legislation to restore office for Afghan relocation

By Riley Ceder Military Times Aug 20, 2025 Lawmakers introduced new legislation Tuesday that would reinstate a previously dissolved U.S. government office that led relocation efforts for Afghan allies and refugees. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-Calif. — along with several other lawmakers — announced the Enduring Welcome Act, which would legally codify the Office of the Coordinator for

China, Afghanistan hold talks on mining, Belt and Road participation

By Reuters August 20, 2025 KABUL, Aug 20 (Reuters) – China told Afghanistan on Wednesday that Beijing was keen on exploring and mining minerals in Afghanistan and wanted Kabul to formally join its Belt and Road Initiative, the Afghan Taliban foreign ministry said. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is visiting Kabul and held talks with Afghanistan’s

‘Economic suicide’: Afghan expulsions spark labor crisis in Iran

Maryam Sinaiee Iran International Aug 20, 2025 Iran’s economy is reeling from an acute labor shortage following the mass deportation of undocumented Afghan migrants, with key industries such as construction and agriculture struggling to function. For decades, Afghans have formed the backbone of Iran’s low-wage workforce, filling jobs few Iranians were willing to take. Their

Effort to Revive Afghan Relocations to US Garners Bipartisan Support

By Rebecca Kheel Military.com Published August 19, 2025 Afghan evacuees exit a U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17 Globemaster III at Naval Air Station Sigonella during Operation Allies Refuge Aug. 22, 2021. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Daniel M. Young) A program to relocate vulnerable Afghans, including allies who helped the U.S. during

More Than 70 Afghans Returning From Iran Die in Fiery Bus Crash

By Yaqoob Akbary, Elian Peltier and Safiullah Padshah Yaqoob Akbary reported from Kabul, Afghanistan. The New York Times Aug. 20, 2025 More than 70 Afghans died in a bus accident in northern Afghanistan on Tuesday, local officials said, after the vehicle collided with a truck and a motorbike in Herat Province, on the border with Iran. It was

Drought, dams and diplomacy: Afghanistan’s water crisis goes regional

France 24/AFP 17/08/2025 But as Taliban authorities swept to power and tightened their grip on the country, they have pushed for Afghanistan’s water sovereignty, launching infrastructure projects to harness precious resources in the arid territory. Dams and canals have sparked tensions with neighbouring states, testing the Taliban authorities’ efforts to build strong regional ties, as

US military vets are helping Afghans fight deportation

Author,Regan Morris BBC News in San Diego, California 20 August 2025 As a journalist in Afghanistan, Abdul says he helped promote American values like democracy and freedom. That work, he said, resulted in him being tortured by the Taliban after the US withdrew from the country in 2021. Now he’s in California applying for political

China FM in Afghanistan, offers to deepen cooperation with Taliban rulers

Al Jazeera Published On 20 Aug 2025 Mining, Belt and Road participation feature in trilateral meetings between China, Afghanistan and Pakistan in Kabul. China wants to explore mining in Afghanistan and have Kabul formally join its Belt and Road Initiative, a massive infrastructure plan, which is a central pillar of President Xi Jinping’s bid to expand his country’s global influence,

Chinese and Pakistani Foreign Ministers Arrive in Kabul for Trilateral Talks

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 20, 2025 Chinese and Pakistani foreign ministers arrived in Kabul for trilateral talks with Taliban officials, focusing on security, economic cooperation, and political dialogue to shape Afghanistan’s regional role. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistani Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar arrived in Kabul on Wednesday to participate in a

Afghanistan War Commission: Dependence, Corruption, Delayed Talks Weakened U.S. Mission

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 20, 2025 A U.S. Congressional report says strategic failures; dependence, corruption, and delayed peace talks, undermined Afghanistan’s institutions, leading to the Taliban’s rapid takeover after America’s withdrawal. On the fourth anniversary of the Taliban’s return to power, the U.S. Congressional Afghanistan War Commission released its second report, concluding that

Afghans Mark Independence Day, Call for Freedom and Progress

TOLOnews TV Network 20 Aug 2025 On the occasion of Independence Day, people say that freedom must be safeguarded and the country’s progress prioritized. As Afghanistan marks the 106th anniversary of its regained independence, many citizens share diverse views about the significance of this day. On the occasion of Independence Day, people say that freedom

106th Anniversary of Afghan Independence Commemorated in Kabul

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 19 Aug 2025 Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, stressed internal unity and avoiding divisions. In a ceremony marking the 106th anniversary of Afghanistan’s independence from British colonial rule, senior officials of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan gathered to commemorate this historic day. During the

Cyber-attack on MoD-linked contractor exposes data of Afghans in resettlement scheme

Faisal Ali and agencies The Guardian 16 Aug 2025 Breach at the Jet Centre is latest in series of leaks involving private information of Afghan refugees A contractor linked to the UK Ministry of Defence has been hit by a cyber-attack, exposing personal data linked to Afghan resettlement efforts. It is the latest in a series of breaches

U.S. Issues Travel Warning for Citizens on Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 19, 2025 The U.S. State Department has strongly advised citizens against traveling to Afghanistan, citing a heightened risk of arbitrary detention. The U.S. Department of State has issued a strong advisory urging American citizens to avoid traveling to Afghanistan, citing heightened risks to their safety and security. In a

Mes Aynak Copper Mine Contract Extended for More 15 Years with Chinese Firm

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 18 Aug 2025 The ministry emphasized that with this extension, all core conditions of the contract remain unchanged. The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum announced that the contract for the exploration and extraction of the Mes Aynak copper mine in Mohammad Agha district of Logar province has been extended for another

Veterans’ voices shape a report on the Afghanistan War’s lessons and impact

Julie Carr Smyth and Patrick Aftoora-Orsagos The Independent (UK) Tuesday 19 August 2025 U.S. veterans of the war in Afghanistan are telling a commission reviewing decisions on the 20-year conflict that their experience was not only hell, but also confounding, demoralizing and at times humiliating U.S. veterans of the war in Afghanistan are telling a commission

UNAMA Chief Warns of Crisis From Mass Deportation of Afghan Refugees

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 18, 2025 UNAMA chief Roza Otunbayeva warned that mass deportation of Afghan refugees from Iran and Pakistan could trigger a humanitarian crisis, straining Afghanistan’s fragile infrastructure and impoverished population. Roza Otunbayeva, head of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), has warned that the large-scale return of Afghan

Afghanistan’s Climate Crisis Displaces Nearly 400,000 in 2025

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 18, 2025 Afghanistan faces worsening climate disasters, with droughts and floods displacing nearly 400,000 people this year. Over five million have been affected, deepening the country’s humanitarian crisis. Afghanistan is experiencing increasing displacement as droughts, flash floods, and other climate change impacts continue to devastate communities, according to

Fazlur Rehman: Forced Deportation of Afghans Hurts Kabul–Islamabad Ties

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 18 Aug 2025 He warned that the Pakistani government must categorize Afghan refugees and refrain from deporting Afghan investors and students. The leader of Pakistan’s Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F), Maulana Fazlur Rehman, said in a joint press conference with other parties in Islamabad that the forced expulsion of Afghan refugees would

After 1,400 Days, Afghan Girls Remain Locked Out of Schools

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 18 Aug 2025 Education experts believe this deprivation has not only crushed the hopes of thousands of girls but also cast a dark shadow over the country’s future. With the Islamic Emirate marking its fourth year in power in Afghanistan, schools above the sixth grade remain closed for girls. Sana

Afghan Women Still Barred from Education and Work, UN Says

TOLOnews TV Network 18 August 2025 According to UN findings, half of female employees in civil society organizations have lost their jobs this year due to reduced funding. The UN Special Representative for Women in Afghanistan has said that four years into the current rule, women remain excluded from government structures as well as the

Pakistan Army Chief Urges Kabul to End Policies Destabilizing Pakistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 17, 2025 Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir urged Kabul to halt destabilizing policies, warning that cross-border unrest endangers Pakistani citizens and regional stability amid ongoing security tensions. Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, has called on the Taliban to stop policies that destabilize Pakistan, warning the group is accountable for

UN warns of funding shortages amid mass deportations of Afghan Refugees

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 17, 2025 UNHCR warns its funds are depleting as 2.2 million Afghans are expelled from Iran and Pakistan, urging urgent aid amid worsening poverty and dire humanitarian crisis. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has warned that its budget is running out as the mass expulsion of Afghan

Qane: Afghan Attacks Orchestrated Abroad with Foreign Involvement

By TOLOnews TV Network 17 Aug 2025 The ministry’s spokesperson adds that the Ministry of Interior is working to also neutralize anti-security incidents planned outside Afghanistan’s borders. The Ministry of Interior says that some of the anti-security incidents that occurred in Afghanistan over the past year were planned outside the country’s borders, and some citizens

Pakistan Shifting Course by Hosting Afghan Opposition?

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 16, 2025 Pakistan hosting Afghan opposition in Islamabad signals a potential policy shift, raising questions about its changing approach toward Afghanistan and the broader regional dynamics at play. Pakistan is preparing to host a two-day meeting of Afghan opposition figures, including young leaders, political activists, party representatives, and women,

Khalilzad: Pakistan to Host Meeting of Taliban Opponents

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 16, 2025 Zalmay Khalilzad criticized Pakistan’s plan to host Afghan opposition leaders, calling it unwise and provocative, warning it could worsen mistrust and undermine fragile Afghanistan-Pakistan relations. Zalmay Khalilzad, the former U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation, said on Saturday that Pakistan will host a meeting of exiled Afghan

Mujahid: Work on Girls’ Education Continues Pending Religious Approval

TOLOnews TV Network 16 Aug 2025 In another part of his remarks, Mujahid said that the Islamic Emirate has decided to remove the term “acting” from government titles and structures. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, stated that the matter of girls’ education is still under consideration, pending the issuance of a clear religious

Global Criticism Marks Four Years of Islamic Emirate in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 16 Aug 2025 The United Nations and several European countries, in response to the fourth anniversary of the Islamic Emirate’s rule in Afghanistan, have emphasized the need to uphold women’s rights and Afghanistan’s international commitments. The UN Secretary-General said that the current government in Afghanistan has deprived women and girls of their

Over 4 years since the Taliban took Kabul, millions of Afghans have been sent back to a country in crisis

By Trisha Mukherjee ABC News August 16, 2025 Over 1.5 million Afghans have returned so far this year, a UN agency says. Over the course of the past four years since the Taliban took control of Kabul, plunging Afghanistan into a humanitarian crisis and stripping away women’s rights, millions of Afghans who initially fled have

‘They do not teach us what we need’: Inside the expansion of religious schools for girls across Afghanistan

Story by Isobel Yeung and Mick Krever Video by Li-Lian Ahlskog Hou andMar k Baron CNN Aug 4, 2025 Girls study at a religious school, or madrasa, where the curriculum is largely set by the Taliban government and devoted to Islamic studies. Mick Krever/CNN EDITOR’S NOTE: This story is part of As Equals, CNN’s ongoing series

Travel influencers boost tourism to Taliban-run Afghanistan

By Astha Rajvanshi NBC News August 5, 2025 The influencers gain attention by gushing over visits to the Central Asian nation, although one critic notes that their trips legitimize its “gender apartheid.” The influencers gain attention by gushing over visits to the Central Asian nation, although one critic notes that their trips legitimize its “gender

Afghanistan’s Healthcare System Near Collapse Amid Aid Cuts and Facility Closures

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 15, 2025 Afghanistan’s healthcare system nears collapse as aid cuts force closure of 425 facilities, leaving 23 million people in urgent need of food, clean water, and medical care. Afghanistan’s healthcare system is on the verge of collapse following the Taliban’s return to power, as international aid, once the

Hundreds of Afghans in Pakistan Arrested and Deported After Germany Halts Resettlement Program

Advertisement By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 15, 2025 Around 400 Afghans awaiting relocation to Germany have been arrested in Pakistan, with several deported to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, sparking urgent calls from rights groups to halt removals and resume transfers. Hundreds of Afghans awaiting relocation to Germany have been arrested in Pakistan following Berlin’s suspension of

August 15 Marked with Calls for Stability and Balance

TOLOnews TV Network 15 Aug 2025 The acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amir Khan Muttaqi, also stressed the Islamic Emirate’s balanced foreign policy during the event. At a ceremony in Kabul marking the fourth anniversary of the Islamic Emirate’s return to power, the acting Minister of Interior described the preservation of the current system as

Achievements, Challenges As Fifth Year of Islamic Emirate Rule Begins

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 15 Aug 2025 The fourth year of the Islamic Emirate’s rule was a year between consolidating power internally and seeking legitimacy externally. The fifth year of the Islamic Emirate’s rule arrives as the caretaker government faced serious challenges in both domestic and foreign policy over the past year. The fate

Kabul Citizens Celebrate 4th Anniversary of Islamic Emirate Rule

TOLOnews TV Network 15 Aug 2025 From the early hours of the morning, thousands of citizens holding Islamic Emirate flags paraded through various parts of Kabul. Alongside the people, both civilian and military members of the Islamic Emirate also widely celebrated the fourth anniversary of the Islamic Emirate’s takeover in Afghanistan on the 24th of

My family may be killed if deported, says son of Afghan caught in UK data breachand end four years of injustice and impunity

Azadeh Moshiri Pakistan correspondent Reporting from Islamabad BBC News 15 Aug 2025 An Afghan man, whose details were accidentally leaked by the UK in a major data breach, has been detained in Pakistan for imminent deportation alongside several family members, his son told the BBC. The BBC has seen documents which appear to confirm the man

Men celebrate fourth anniversary of Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan

Guardian staff and agencies Fri 15 Aug 2025 Thousands gathered for Kabul ‘flower showers’ while women, banned from the events, staged protests Thousands of men gathered across Kabul on Friday to watch flowers being scattered from helicopters to mark the fourth anniversary of the Taliban’s return to power – a celebration that women were barred

Afghanistan is starting its fifth year of Taliban rule. Here are 5 things to know

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS August 15, 2025 The Taliban seized control of Afghanistan in 2021 for the second time. Since then, the former insurgents have consolidated their grip on power, excluded women and girls from public life, stamped out internal dissent and external challengers, and gained debut recognition as the country’s official government from Russia, a permanent member of

Kabul Is Running Dry and Solutions Might Come Too Late

By Elian Peltier Reporting from Kabul, Afghanistan. The New York Times Aug. 13, 2025 The six million people living in the Afghan capital could be out of water by 2030. The government is scrambling for solutions, but financial reserves are as dry as Kabul’s water basins. As the sunset enveloped Kabul on a recent summer

UN report says its female staff in Afghanistan have received death threats

Al Jazeera Published On 10 Aug 2025 Taliban rulers say they are not behind the threats and are investigating, according to the United Nations. Explicit death threats have been made against dozens of Afghan women working for the United Nations in Afghanistan, according to a new UN report, where their rights have been severely curtailed

UN: Risk of Complete Erasure of Afghan Women from Public Life ‘Serious’

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 12 August 2025 Meanwhile, some women once again call on the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan to provide them with opportunities for education and work. The UN Women warns that the situation of women and girls in Afghanistan has become increasingly unbearable, and the risk of their complete removal from public

Afghanistan’s Tourism Boom Boosts Economy, Promotes Culture

TOLOnews TV Network 11 August 2025 Tourism is also an opportunity to present Afghanistan’s culture and history to the world. The significant increase in tourists visiting Afghanistan in recent years has created a new opportunity to boost the economy and promote the country’s culture. According to the Ministry of Information and Culture, in the past

Iran Criticized for Expelling Migrants Holding Legal Residency Documents

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press August 9, 2025 Iran’s social workers say authorities deport Afghan migrants without verifying legal status, citing cases of mistaken identity, family separation, and alleged abuse during mass expulsions. The head of Iran’s Association of Social Workers, Hassan Mousavi Chelik, says officials have failed to distinguish between “legal” and “illegal” Afghan

Mujahid: We Asked US to Hand Over Afghan Embassy to Islamic Emirate

TOLOnews TV Network 10 August 2025 In an interview with National Television, he called for the handover of Afghanistan’s embassy in Washington to the caretaker government. On the eve of the fourth anniversary of the Islamic Emirate’s return to power in the country, Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the caretaker government, spoke about direct talks

Afghanistan’s Taliban have ‘weaponized’ the judicial system to oppress women, UN expert says

By EDITH M. LEDERER Associated Press August 6, 2025 UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers have “weaponized” the legal and judicial system to oppress women and girls in what amounts to “crimes against humanity,” the independent U.N. investigator on human rights in the country said. Richard Bennett said in a report to the U.N.

IOM Warns of Crisis as 1.5 Million Afghans Deported in 2025

By TOLOnews TV Network 8 Aug 2025 Meanwhile, the UN Women stated in a report that women and girls make up nearly half of the migrants deported from neighboring countries. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has warned that Afghanistan is facing one of the largest waves of forced deportations of migrants from neighboring countries, with

Texas man indicted for fatally shooting Afghan refugee who had helped US troops defuse bombs

By JUAN A. LOZANO Associated Press July 31, 2025 HOUSTON (AP) — The brother of an Afghan refugee who helped U.S. forces defuse bombs during the war in Afghanistan expressed frustration Thursday that it took more than three months for the Texas man accused of fatally shooting his sibling over a parking dispute to be

UN Experts Warn ISIS-K Growth in Afghanistan Threatens Global Security

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 31, 2025 UN experts told the Security Council ISIS-K is recruiting online and drawing foreign fighters to Afghanistan, calling it the “most serious threat” to U.S., Europe, and regional stability. UN experts have warned that Afghanistan is again becoming a hub for foreign terrorists, posing new dangers to both

Mes Aynak Copper Project Nears Launch After Years of Delays

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 31 July 2025 The total cost of the project has risen from $2.8 billion to $5 billion due to changes in extraction technologies and methods. The contracting company for the Mes Aynak copper project in Logar province has announced efforts to begin practical operations on the project this year. According to

Afghan Red Crescent Warns of Aid Decline Due to Political Non-Recognition

TOLOnews TV Network 31 July 2025 Officials also reported that in the past year, six psychological therapy centers have provided care and mental health services to 2,383 patients. The Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS) states that the international community’s failure to recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has had a negative impact on humanitarian aid

Trump Pledges Support to Afghan Allies Amid Program Backlash

TOLOnews TV Network 31 July 2025 Trump said that individuals who faithfully fulfilled their assigned duties would be given attention and recognition. Donald Trump, President of the United States, emphasized Washington’s loyalty to those who served alongside U.S. forces in Afghanistan, responding to concerns over the risks Afghan allies face if returned. Trump said that

Iran drives out 1.5 million Afghans, with some branded spies for Israel

BBC News Afghan & BBC Global Disinformation Unit 31 July 2025 Some Afghans in Iran have been accused of espionage in the wake of the 12-day conflict with Israel. Ali Ahmad’s eyes fill with tears as he lifts his shirt to show deep bruises across his back. While he was detained, Iranian officers struck him

UK to Resettle Afghan Soldiers Who Aided British Forces

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 30, 2025 The UK will resettle former Afghan soldiers and their families in Blackburn, honoring their service alongside British troops and helping them integrate as permanent, contributing residents. Former Afghan soldiers who fought alongside British troops during the war in Afghanistan will soon resettle in Blackburn with Darwen, now

The Taliban are sending workers to Qatar to ease unemployment in Afghanistan

By The Associated Press July 29, 2025, 10:07 AM ISLAMABAD — The Taliban are exporting Afghan workers to fill jobs in the Gulf nation of Qatar to ease unemployment in Afghanistan, and say talks are underway to send labor to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Turkey, and Russia. Registration opened Tuesday for 2,000 skilled

Britain’s self-inflicted Afghanistan data leak disaster

by Eliot Wilson opinion contributor The Hill 07/29/25 When a news story bursts into the headlines in the U.K. and consumes all the oxygen for several days, it can be difficult to know whether it is a domestic uproar or something that is reaching an international audience. For all the fevered debate here, it seems

A trans-Afghan railway chugs toward reality with new agreement

Alexander Thompson Eurasianet Jul 28, 2025 Railway terminal in Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan. (Photo: ADB via Wikipedia)😊 Hundreds of bridges, half-dozen tunnels and financing challenges. After eight years of talk, regional governments are taking concrete steps toward building a trans-Afghan railroad from doubly landlocked Uzbekistan to Pakistani ports after all three countries signed a framework agreement. The

Female tour guides in Afghanistan lead women-only groups as some travelers return

By ELENA BECATOROS Associated Press July 30, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — They wandered through the museum, listening attentively as their guide explained the antiquities in display cabinets. It could have been any tour group, anywhere in the world. But there was something unusual about this one. The group of foreigners visiting the National Museum of Afghanistan was

Shackled, malnourished and suffering convulsions: son of UK couple imprisoned in Afghanistan warns situation ‘escalating’ and they could die

Jessica Murray Social affairs correspondent The Guardian Sat 26 Jul 2025 Barbie and Peter Reynolds, who were arrested by the Taliban in February, were kept underground for six weeks without daylight, their son says At one point in the five and a half months they have been imprisoned in Afghanistan, Barbie and Peter Reynolds were kept

The Taliban’s top environment official wants the UN to include Afghanistan in climate talks

Associated Press Monday 28 July 2025 From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive

Water Supply Project Launched to Address Kabul’s Growing Water Crisis

TOLOnews TV Network 28 July 2025 This project, implemented in cooperation with UNICEF, spans 11 kilometers and is expected to provide drinking water for 60,000 to 70,000 families in Kabul. As part of efforts to improve access to drinking water in Kabul, the Afghanistan Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Company has inaugurated a project to

Over 1.5 Million Afghans Returned from Neighboring Countries in 2025

TOLOnews TV Network 28 July 2025 The UN body also noted that the pace of deportations from Iran has gradually declined. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported that more than 1.5 million Afghan migrants have returned from neighboring countries to Afghanistan between the start of this year and

Iran Deports Over 700,000 Afghans in One Month, Kabul Demands Coordination

TOLOnews TV Network 26 July 2025 The Commission for Refugee Affairs has announced that over 700,000 Afghan migrants were forcibly deported from Iran over the past month. Ahmadullah Wasiq, spokesperson for the commission, criticized Iran’s inappropriate treatment of Afghan migrants and called on the Iranian government to coordinate the deportation process with the Afghan government.

Germany Clarifies Its Position on Relations with Afghanistan’s Interim Govt

TOLOnews TV Network 26 July 2025 Géza Andreas von Geyr (also known as Gräf Lambsdorff) cited the human rights situation in Afghanistan as the main reason for this position. Germany’s ambassador to Russia has emphasized that his country will not recognize Afghanistan’s interim government in the near future. Géza Andreas von Geyr (also known as

Ishaq Dar: Not the Right Time to Recognize Afghan Interim Government

By TOLOnews TV Network 26 July 2025 Responding to Russia’s decision to recognize the Islamic Emirate, Dar said that the move was made independently and based on Russia’s national interests. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister, Ishaq Dar, says that the appropriate time to recognize Afghanistan’s interim government has not yet arrived. Responding to

With no access to education beyond the 6th grade, girls in Afghanistan turn to religious schools

By ELENA BECATOROS Associated Press July 24, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — For six hours every day after school, Nahideh works in a cemetery, collecting water from a nearby shrine to sell to mourners visiting loved ones’ graves. She dreams of becoming a doctor — but knows it is a futile dream. When the next

Zalmay Khalilzad: “A Solution Must Be Found for the Durand Line”

Mursaleen Muwahed Multilingual Journalist & Social Media Edito 25 July 2025 Khalilzad also emphasized his disagreement with the view that no Afghan president is capable of solving this issue. The former U.S. Special Envoy for Afghan Peace, Zalmay Khalilzad, says a solution must be found for the Durand Line between Afghanistan and Pakistan. In a

EU and Japan Voice Concern Over Human Rights in Afghanistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 25 July 2025 So far, the interim government has not officially responded to the EU–Japan statement. In a joint statement, the European Union and Japan voiced deep concern over what they described as the deteriorating humanitarian conditions and human rights situation in Afghanistan. The statement emphasized that Afghanistan’s interim government

Trump pledges to advocate for Afghans stuck in UAE who aided US forces

By Lara Korte Stars and Stripes July 21, 2025 President Donald Trump said July 20, 2025, that he will “try to save” more than two dozen Afghans facing expulsion from the United Arab Emirates and return to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. (White House) More than two dozen Afghans who assisted the U.S. military during 20 years of

Taliban say efforts to release a British couple from Afghan prison not yet complete

Associated Press July 23, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — The Taliban said Wednesday that efforts to free a British couple from an Afghan prison are not yet complete and denied that their rights were being violated despite concerns from their families and U.N. officials. Peter and Barbie Reynolds, who are in their 70s, were arrested in early February after being

Afghan translator who worked for US military detained by Ice in Connecticut

Nina Lakhani and agencies The Guardian Wed 23 Jul 2025 ‘Zia S’ translated for US troops in Afghanistan before fleeing Taliban takeover in 2021 and arriving stateside legally An Afghan wartime translator granted a US immigration visa after risking his life to help US troops has been detained by masked Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) agents,

U.S. Aid Cut Threatens Afghan Mothers’ Access to Life-Saving Maternity Care, Warns UN

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 23, 2025 The UN warns that millions of Afghan women may lose access to maternity care after U.S. aid cuts, risking a rise in maternal deaths. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has issued an urgent warning that the recent halt in U.S. financial aid could severely jeopardize maternal

Afghanistan Ranked Lowest in 2025 Global Passport Index Once Again

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 23, 2025 In 2025, Afghanistan’s passport ranks lowest globally, offering visa-free access to only 26 countries, reflecting deepening isolation and limited global mobility. The Henley Passport Index for 2025 has once again ranked the Afghanistan passport as the least powerful in the world. According to this year’s report, Afghanistan

Da Afghanistan Bank Reports Gross Reserves Reach $10 Billion

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 23 July 2025 Da Afghanistan Bank has announced that its gross foreign reserves have now reached $10 billion. Speaking at a conference outlining the one-year achievements of the Islamic Emirate’s institutions, Ahmad Jawad Sadat, Head of the Monetary Policy Department at Da Afghanistan Bank, reiterated that the country’s frozen assets

Inside Iran’s crackdown on Afghan migrants after the war with Israel

By Maziar Motamedi Al Jazeera Published On 22 Jul 2025 Before the war, the official number of Afghan refugees and migrants in Iran was at least 6.1 million people; only about 780,000 have been given refugee status Tehran, Iran – The wave of Afghan refugees and migrants being sent back from Iran has not stopped, with more

Visa Processing for Afghan Allies of U.S. Forces Begins in UAE

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 22, 2025 Visa processing has officially started in the UAE for Afghan allies who worked with U.S. forces, aiming to secure their safe relocation. The Trump administration has reached an agreement with the United Arab Emirates to halt the deportation of Afghan interpreters and soldiers who worked alongside U.S.

British Special Envoy: Afghanistan’s Progress Depends on Inclusive Dialogue

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 22, 2025 The British Special Representative emphasized that Afghanistan’s future hinges on inclusive dialogue, involving all groups to ensure lasting peace and development. Richard Lindsay, the newly appointed British Special Representative for Afghanistan, recently made a visit to Kabul to engage with a broad spectrum of Afghan society, including

UN Allocates $10 Million to Aid Vulnerable Afghan Returnees from Iran

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 22, 2025 The UN has dedicated $10 million to protect vulnerable Afghan returnees from Iran, addressing urgent needs and preventing exploitation at the borders. Tom Fletcher, Deputy UN Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, announced on Tuesday that the UN Emergency Relief Fund is allocating $10 million to support Afghan

For the first time in modern history a capital city is on the verge of running dry

By Alysha Bibi, Rhea Mogul and Masoud Popalzai CNN Published Jul 21, 2025 “We don’t have access to (drinking) water at all,” Raheela, who goes by one name, told CNN. “Water shortage is a huge problem affecting our daily life.” (CNN) — As the sun rises over Kabul’s parched mountains, a family’s daily struggle to

UN concerned by Taliban’s arrest of Afghan women and girls for dress code violations

Associated Press July 21, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — The United Nations on Monday expressed concern about the Taliban’s arrest of Afghan women and girls for their alleged failure to comply with the authorities’ dress code. In May 2022, the Taliban government issued a decree calling for women to show only their eyes and recommending they wear a

Elderly British couple face dying in Afghanistan detention, UN experts warn

Jessica Murray Social affairs correspondent The Guardian Mon 21 Jul 2025 Human rights officials demand Peter and Barbie Reynolds be moved to hospital and out of ‘degrading’ jail conditions UN human rights experts have warned that an elderly British couple detained in Afghanistan may die in “degrading conditions” as they demand they be moved to hospital for

Pakistan Will Not Renew Afghan Refugee ID Cards, Minister Confirms

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 19, 2025 Pakistan’s Interior Minister confirmed the government will not renew Afghan refugee ID cards, and deported individuals will be blacklisted from re-entering the country. Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, has announced that the government will not extend the Proof of Registration (POR) cards issued to Afghan refugees. He

Richard Bennett: Deportations from Germany to Afghanistan Violate International Law

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 19, 2025 Richard Bennett, UN Special Rapporteur for Afghanistan, condemned Germany’s deportation of 81 Afghan citizens, warning of more deportations and urging a halt to the process. Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights for Afghanistan, expressed deep concern on Saturday regarding the deportation of 81 Afghan

UN Human Rights Chief: Over 1.9 Million Afghans Deported from Iran and Pakistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 19, 2025 Over 1.9 million Afghan migrants were deported from Iran and Pakistan in seven months, prompting UN calls to halt forced, unsafe returns immediately. Volker Türk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, has reported that more than 1.9 million Afghan migrants have been deported from Iran

Kabul Faces One of Its Most Severe Water Crises

TOLOnews TV Network 18 July 2025 According to a report by (UN-Habitat), the dramatic decline in Kabul’s water levels has put nearly six million people at risk of water scarcity. Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul, is currently grappling with one of the most critical water crises in its history. According to data, water levels in many central

Merz: Diplomatic Recognition of Islamic Emirate Is Not Under Consideration

TOLOnews TV Network 19 July 2025 Without providing details about the nature of these talks, he added that Qatar played a key role in facilitating them. Friedrich Merz, the Chancellor of Germany, stated that recognizing Afghanistan’s interim government is not on Germany’s agenda. This statement comes amid questions raised within Germany regarding the nature of

In ‘Retrograde’ lawsuit, war-zone filmmaking could face a legal test

By Manuel Roig-Franzia The Washington Post July 18, 2025 The estate of an Afghan man who was killed after appearing in the acclaimed documentary “Retrograde” is suing, claiming negligence.W The complexities of reporting in conflict zones are getting a public airing in a negligence lawsuit working its way through a Los Angeles court against the

Personal details of UK special forces and spies were included in Afghan data breach

BBC News 17 July 2025 Summary The personal details of serving and former members of UK special forces, and the security services, were included in the Afghan data breach, it can now be reported In total, the details of more than 100 British officials were released in February 2022, alongside thousands of Afghans’ details The breach

Germany deports 81 Afghan men to their homeland in 2nd flight since the Taliban’s return

By GEIR MOULSON Associated Press July 18, 2025 BERLIN (AP) — Germany deported dozens of Afghan men to their homeland on Friday, the second time it has done so since the Taliban returned to power and the first since a new government pledging a tougher line on migration took office in Berlin. German authorities said a flight

Germany and EU allies push for ‘tougher, stricter’ asylum rules

Al Jazeera Published On 18 Jul 2025 EU nations push stricter migration measures Germany’s interior minister has hosted five of his European counterparts to discuss ways of tightening the region’s asylum rules, as his country deported 81 Afghans to their Taliban-controlled homeland. The European Union’s immigration system needed to be “tougher and stricter”, Minister Alexander Dobrindt said

‘We were lucky to escape Afghanistan alive – nine months later, we’re still waiting to be brought to safety’

Holly Bancroft Social Affairs Correspondent The Independent Thursday 17 July 2025 Rayan and his family have spent the past 271 days staring at the same four walls of their cramped and sparse hotel room in Pakistan. They were found to be eligible for sanctuary in the UK nine months ago due to his father’s former service alongside

Tajikistan Begins Forced Deportation of Afghan Refugees Ahead of Expiry of 15-Day Deadline

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 17, 2025 As the 15-day deadline set by Tajik authorities for Afghan refugees nears its end, reports indicate that the government has already begun forcefully deporting more individuals. According to multiple sources, over 150 people were rounded up from local markets and public areas yesterday and deported from the

Islamabad High Court Rejects Petition to Stop Forced Deportation of Afghan Migrants

Advertisement By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 18, 2025 The Islamabad High Court has rejected a petition filed by a defense lawyer seeking to halt the forced deportation of Afghan migrants, stating that it does not intervene in government policies. According to Pakistan’s Express Tribune newspaper, the court dismissed the petition on Thursday, July 17. The petition

Afghan-Trans Project Launched to Link Central and South Asia

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 18 July 2025 The total length of this strategic railway is reported to be 681 kilometers through Afghanistan. Following the launch of the TAPI project, Afghanistan is now witnessing another major stride in regional connectivity, the “Afghan-Trans” project. This is the second and largest regional initiative under the Islamic Emirate, aimed

Data Leak in the UK: Islamic Emirate Emphasizes Amnesty Decree

Najibullah Lalzoy Web/Social Media Editor Tolo News 17 July 2025 Fitrat added that publishing such reports aims to intimidate specific individuals and their families. The deputy spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate has stated that the leader’s amnesty decree ensures the safety of all, and no one is being prosecuted for their past actions or roles.

UNICEF Assures Support for Afghan Returnees Amid Growing Deportations

By TOLOnews TV Network 13 July 2025 Meanwhile, the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation has also assured that necessary facilities are being provided in all camps for deportees. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has assured that healthcare and basic services are being provided to Afghans returning from Iran. UNICEF’s country representative told TOLOnews that

US Defense Secretary slams 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal as ‘Tragic Disaster’

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama press July 13, 2025 The U.S. defense secretary called the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal a tragic disaster, blaming it for weakening America’s global position and influence. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has sharply criticized the Biden administration’s 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan, calling it a “tragic and catastrophic” failure that weakened America’s global

Huge weaponry discovered, 58 detained in Afghanistan

Hans India 13 July 2025 Police have discovered a huge quantity of arms and ammunition in Afghanistan’s Helmand province over the past three months, with 58 people arrested, Provincial director for counter-criminal activities Mawlawi Abdul Satar Amin said on Sunday. Kabul: Police have discovered a huge quantity of arms and ammunition in Afghanistan’s Helmand province

UN warns of crisis as 3 million Afghan migrants may return

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 12, 2025 The UN warns of a growing humanitarian crisis as up to 3 million Afghan migrants are expected to return from Iran and Pakistan by year’s end. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has warned that by the end of this year, up to three

US Court rejects delay of Afghan TPS end, deportation to begin July 14

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 12, 2025 A U.S. federal court rejected delaying the end of Afghan TPS, placing thousands at risk of deportation and loss of work rights. A U.S. federal court has rejected a request to delay the cancellation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Afghan nationals living in the

Germany Considers Handing Afghan Consulate to “Taliban” for Deportations

Hayatullah Rahimi Journalist & Digital Editor Tolo News 12 July 2025 Speaking to a German media outlet, Dobrindt emphasized that this move does not equate to officially recognizing the “Taliban”. Germany’s Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has said that in order to deport Afghan “criminal” refugees from Germany, the Afghan consulate in Berlin should be handed

UNHCR Warns of Humanitarian Crisis Amid Forced Afghan Repatriations

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 12 July 2025 Arafat Jamal, the head of UNHCR in Afghanistan, stated at a press conference that the country is not adequately prepared to receive this influx of returnees. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has expressed concern over the widespread and disorganized return of Afghan refugees from Iran and

Up to 30,000 Afghans Return Daily from Iran, Say Officials

TOLOnews TV Network 11 June 202225 Some of the returnees, referring to the difficult living conditions in Iran, expressed happiness about returning to their homeland. Government officials say that in order to address the challenges faced by these returnees, facilities have been established at the Islam Qala border crossing in Herat. The Deputy Spokesperson of

WHO warns of rising infectious diseases among deported Afghan migrants

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 10, 2025 WHO warns of rising infectious diseases among deported Afghan migrants, citing poor sanitary conditions and urgent need for expanded medical support. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning about the growing spread of infectious diseases and poor sanitary conditions among Afghan migrants deported from neighboring

UN warns: New Media Restrictions in Afghanistan fuel fear and self-censorship

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 10, 2025 UN warns that new media restrictions in Afghanistan are fueling widespread fear, tightening control, and significantly increasing self-censorship among journalists. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has expressed serious concern over a new media directive issued by the Taliban. The agency warned that the

Japanese Ambassador Urges Reopening Schools for Afghan Girls

TOLOnews TV Network 10 July 2025 Meanwhile, girls who turned to private institutes after universities were closed are now demanding the reopening of schools and universities. Takayoshi Kuromaya, the Japanese ambassador in Kabul, has called on the caretaker government to reopen the doors of education for girls. Speaking at an event marking Japan’s support for

Pakistani forces kill 8 militants from Afghanistan in Bajaur border

Hindustan Times July 09, 2025 A child was injured in the crossfire. This operation comes after a deadly bombing in Khar that left five dead and 17 injured. Pakistani security forces shot dead eight militants attempting to infiltrate into the country’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province from Afghanistan’s Kunar province, officials said on Wednesday. Troops responded swiftly,

Tajikistan orders Afghan Refugees to leave within 15 days

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 9, 2025 Tajikistan has given Afghan refugees just 15 days to leave the country, sparking fear among thousands who face forced deportation despite holding legal residency documents. Tajikistan has reportedly launched a campaign to arrest and forcibly deport Afghan refugees, including many who possess valid residency permits. According to

China, Russia, Uzbekistan Call for Boosting Afghanistan’s Infrastructure

TOLOnews 9 July 2025 The Russian representative also underscored that a stable and prosperous Afghanistan is in the interest of all regional countries. At the United Nations General Assembly, representatives from regional countries emphasized the importance of infrastructure projects and economic cooperation, urging a practical and non-political approach to supporting the Afghan people. China’s envoy

Islamic Emirate Rejects ICC Arrest Warrants, Cites Double Standards

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 9 July 2025 The United Nations, in connection with the ICC’s arrest warrants, stated that it respects the court’s operational independence. Following the issuance of arrest warrants for the leader of the Islamic Emirate, Sheikh Hibatullah Akhundzada and Abdul Hakim Haqqani, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, by the International

Trump Calls Afghanistan Withdrawal US History’s ‘Most Embarrassing Moment’

TOLOnews TV Network 9 July 2025 Trump claimed that the base is now under China’s control, a claim previously dismissed as baseless by Afghanistan’s caretaker government. US President Donald Trump once again harshly criticized the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan during a cabinet meeting, calling it “the most embarrassing moment in the history of

‘They threw us out like garbage’: Iran rushes deportation of 4 million Afghans before deadline

Hamasa Haqiqatyar and Rad Radan from Zan Times The Guardian Mon 7 Jul 2025 Women forced back to living under the Taliban’s increasingly repressive regime have spoken of their desperation as Iran accelerates the deportation of an estimated 4 million Afghans who had fled to the country. In the past month alone, more than 250,000

Iran Carries Out Mass Expulsion of Afghan Refugees

By Nick Cumming-Bruce Reporting from Geneva The New York Times July 8, 2025 About 800,000 people have been deported to Afghanistan, a desperately poor country, under an Iranian campaign that accelerated sharply in June. Hundreds of thousands of hungry, exhausted and often battered Afghans have been expelled from Iran in recent weeks, under a harsh

Germany urges action on Afghanistan’s Human Rights Crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 8, 2025 Germany’s UN envoy voiced deep concern over Afghanistan’s worsening human rights crisis, especially for women and girls, and reaffirmed Berlin’s commitment to supporting the people of Afghanistan. Germany’s representative to the United Nations has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating human rights situation in Afghanistan, especially

ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over persecution of women, girls

By Joshua Yang The Washington Post July 8, 2025 The court charged two Taliban leaders with committing crimes against humanity. A spokesman for the group said it did not recognize the court’s authority The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants Tuesday for two leaders of Afghanistan’s Taliban regime, alleging that the Afghan government’s persecution of

WFP Warns: 10 Million Afghans Face Hunger, Only 1 Million Can Be Helped

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 7 July 2025 Despite rising humanitarian needs, the reduction in aid has left millions of Afghan families facing severe economic and humanitarian challenges. The World Food Programme (WFP) has once again raised concerns about the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Afghanistan. The UN-affiliated organization states that this summer, ten million people in

UN Resolution on Afghanistan: Islamic Emirate and Global Reactions

TOLOnews TV Network 8 July 2025 Russia, maintaining formal relations with the interim Afghan government, criticized the Western-centric approach to resolving Afghanistan’s issues. The Islamic Emirate’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that it will review the recently adopted UN General Assembly resolution on Afghanistan in accordance with Islamic principles and national interests. While acknowledging

Recognition of the Islamic Emirate a Bilateral Matter: UN

By TOLOnews TV Network 8 July 2025 UN Secretary-General’s spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, emphasized that the UN’s position on the issue remains unchanged. The United Nations has said that Russia’s recognition of the caretaker government in Afghanistan is a bilateral matter between Kabul and Moscow. UN Secretary-General’s spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, emphasized that the UN’s position on

ICC issues warrants for Taliban leaders over alleged persecution of women

Al Jazeera Published On 8 Jul 2025 Judges say Taliban officials have ‘severely deprived’ girls and women of human rights, including education. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for two top Taliban leaders in Afghanistan on charges of abuses against women and girls. ICC judges on Tuesday said there were “reasonable grounds”

UN adopts resolution on Afghanistan’s Taliban rule over US objections

By EDITH LEDERER Associated Press July 7, 2025 UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. General Assembly adopted a resolution Monday over U.S. objections calling on Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers to reverse their worsening oppression of women and girls and eliminate all terrorist organizations. The 11-page resolution also emphasizes “the importance of creating opportunities for economic recovery,

UN Official: Iran accuses hundreds of Afghan migrants of spying

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 5, 2025 A UN official reported that Iran has accused hundreds of Afghan migrants of spying, raising concerns over arbitrary arrests and human rights violations. Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, has expressed serious concern over the arrest of hundreds of Afghan migrants

Trump slams Afghanistan withdrawal as “Most Shameful Moment” in US History

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 5, 2025 Trump called the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan the most shameful moment in American history, vowing never to allow such failure again. U.S. President Donald Trump has once again condemned the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan, calling it “perhaps the most shameful moment in the history of

Zabul’s Children Deprived of Schooling Due to Lack of Teachers

Ataullah Omar Tolo News 03 JULY 2025 Residents of Zabul are calling on the caretaker government to provide access to both modern and religious education for children in remote areas. The Zabul Department of Education says that in 500 villages across the province, many students are deprived of access to education due to a shortage

Deported Afghans Call on Government to Recover Their Property from Iran

By Nasir Ahmad Salehi TOLOnews Reporter 6 July 2025 They are calling on the caretaker government to take action to retrieve their property and assets from Iran. Many Afghans deported from Iran say their possessions remain in that country. According to them, hundreds of millions of Iranian tomans and household belongings were left behind, and

Afghanistan Emerges as a New Frontier for Adventure Tourism: A Blend of Promise and Challenges

TTW Travel and Tour World Sunday, July 6, 2025 Afghanistan has in recent decades emerged as a rising center for adventure tourism. Despite the volatility that has long plagued the country, its diverse sceneries, cultural diversity, and history have started to attract travelers, most prominently those looking to have a singular experience that is far

Iran tells millions of Afghans to leave or face arrest on day of deadline

Al Jazeera 6 Jul 2025 Afghans given Sunday deadline amid concerns over security after conflict with Israel, but humanitarian groups warn that mass deportations could further destabilise Afghanistan. Millions of Afghan migrants and refugees in Iran have been asked to leave or face arrest as a deadline set by the government comes to an end.

Mujahid: U.S. Expected to Recognize Islamic Emirate Like Russia

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 6 July 2025 Mujahid urged Washington to follow Moscow’s lead and initiate formal engagement with Kabul. Following Russia’s recognition of Afghanistan’s interim government, Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, called the move “a major and constructive step,” stating that this development could open a new chapter in Afghanistan’s diplomatic

‘End is near’: Will Kabul become first big city without water by 2030?

By Ruchi Kumar Al Jazeera 5 Jul 2025 The city of six million people could soon run out water, amid climate change, sanctions and governance failures, say experts. Kabul, a city of over six million people, could become the first modern city to run out of water in the next five years, a new report

Troops kill 30 militants attempting to sneak into Pakistan from Afghanistan

Associated Press July 4, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani security forces killed 30 militants who attempted to enter the country from Afghanistan, the military said Friday. It said the members of the Pakistani Taliban were spotted overnight in the North Waziristan district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and the troops seized weapons, ammunition and explosives from

Afghan P1 and P2 Case Holders Stranded in Pakistan call for swift resumption of USRAP and Relocation

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 4, 2025 Afghan P1 and P2 case holders in Pakistan urgently appeal for the resumption of USRAP, relocation, and essential support for their families’ well-being. On 4th July 2025, Afghan holders of P1 and P2 refugee cases, residing in Pakistan, formally protested and sent a written letter to the

Richard Bennett expresses concern over Media Restrictions in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 4, 2025 Richard Bennett expressed concern over recent media restrictions in Afghanistan, warning that these measures reflect increasing authoritarianism and threaten press freedom. Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur for Human Rights in Afghanistan, raised significant concerns regarding the Taliban’s recent policies on media and political programming. On Friday,

Islamic Emirate Urges Other Nations to Follow Russia’s Lead

TOLOnews TV Network 4 July 2025 Western countries have so far refrained from recognizing the Islamic Emirate due to concerns over human rights, particularly the situation of women and girls. The flag of the Islamic Emirate was raised over the Afghan embassy, an action that followed Russia’s official recognition of the Islamic Emirate nearly four

Afghan refugees stuck in Pakistan as Germany halts entry programme

By Riham Alkousaa and Charlotte Greenfield Reuters July 3, 2025 However, a year later, in Islamabad, Kimia remains stuck in limbo. Afghan refugees stuck in Pakistan as Germany halts entry program Summary New political climate sees entry programme for Afghans suspended Thousands of Afghans stuck in Pakistan in limbo Germany says intends to halt humanitarian migration programmes

Pakistan’s army says it killed 30 fighters trying to cross Afghan border

Al Jazeera 4 Jul 2025 Islamabad has blamed India for backing groups that carry out attacks in Pakistan, something New Delhi denies. Pakistan’s army has said it has killed 30 fighters who tried to cross the border from Afghanistan, just days after a suicide attack in the same region killed 16 Pakistani soldiers. The fighters, who all

Pentagon to Begin Review of America’s 20-Year War in Afghanistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 4 July 2025 The aim of this review is to extract key lessons from the wars in Afghanistan and Vietnam to avoid repeating past mistakes. Four years after the controversial withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan, the Pentagon has launched a new review of the two-decade-long war in the country.

Russia Becomes First Country to Recognize Afghanistan’s Taliban Government

By Elian Peltier and Paul Sonne The New York Times July 3, 2025, 5:14 p.m. ET Afghanistan has remained largely isolated since the Taliban seized power nearly four years ago, despite subtle signs of increased cooperation with countries like China and India. Russia on Thursday became the first country to recognize the Taliban government as the legitimate authority

UN Warns: Drought worsens across Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 2, 2025 The UN reports a rapidly spreading drought across Afghanistan, causing crop failures, livestock deaths, and urgent need for humanitarian aid. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has issued a stark warning about the worsening drought in Afghanistan, noting that the northern, northwestern, and northeastern provinces

Bhutto: Kabul Violating Doha Deal, Threatening Regional Stability

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 2, 2025 Bilawal Bhutto warned that the Kabul’s repeated violations of the Doha Agreement are threatening regional stability and undermining efforts to combat terrorism. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, has warned that the Taliban’s repeated violations of their commitments under the Doha Agreement are fueling

Islamic Emirate to Join 7th Moscow Format Meeting as Full Member

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 2 July 2025 Speaking to TASS News Agency, Kabulov added that the interim government of Afghanistan will participate in the meeting as a “full member.” Zamir Kabulov, Russia’s special envoy for Afghanistan, stated that the seventh Moscow Format meeting on Afghanistan is scheduled to take place in September and October

Khalilzad Stresses Purposeful Engagement with Islamic Emirate

TOLOnews TV Network 2 July 2025 He also emphasized that India, due to its significant regional interests, has adopted a similar approach toward the interim Afghan government./ Zalmay Khalilzad, the former US Special Envoy for Afghan Peace, has spoken about Washington’s engagement with the interim Afghan government to bring about positive changes. He stated that the

Surge in Afghans driven from Iran in spy hunt after Israel attacks

Jerusalem Post Reuters July 2, 2025 The United Nations refugee agency estimates Iran deported home an average of more than 30,000 Afghans each day during the war, up 15-fold from about 2,000 earlier. Afghan citizen Enayatullah Asghari watched dismayed after Israel and Iran launched strikes on each other last month, as the Gulf nation where

IFRC calls for immediate aid to support Afghanistan’s migrant influx from Iran

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 1, 2025 The IFRC has called for immediate international aid to assist Afghanistan, as over 800,000 migrants, primarily from Iran, return this year. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has called for increased global support in response to the rising deportation of Afghan migrants

Forced Deportation of Afghan Migrants and Warning of Humanitarian Crisis

TOLOnews TV Network 1 July 2025 The increase in returnees has raised concerns among the United Nations and human rights organizations, who have called for a halt to forced deportations. ‘From the beginning of this year to the end of June 2025, more than 714,000 Afghan migrants have returned from Iran, 70% of whom were

Kabulov: Russia Should Arm the Taliban Against ISIS

Hayatullah Rahimi Journalist & Digital Editor 1 July 2025 Kabulov further said that although the security situation in Afghanistan remains tense, it is “much better than under Western occupation.” Zamir Kabulov, Russia’s special presidential envoy for Afghanistan, has called the Islamic Emirate government in Kabul an “Objective partner”in the fight against terrorism and stressed that

CSTO States Pledge Support for Peace and Stability in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 1 July 2025 Political analysts say that CSTO member states view their own national stability and interests as directly tied to the situation in Afghanistan. Foreign ministers of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) member states have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Afghanistan in its pursuit of peace and stability, according to

UN-Led Doha Talks Focus on Afghan Economy and Drug Control

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 1 July 2025 The talks addressed key issues such as alternative livelihoods, treatment for drug addiction, and development of the private sector and banking systems. As Afghanistan navigates ongoing economic and social challenges, Doha has hosted a two-day series of technical working group meetings focused on fostering international cooperation and

Hard to imagine a worse time to deport Afghan refugees, human rights advocates say

Ruchi Kumar National Public Radio June 28, 2025 “We see families arriving with barely anything — often just the clothes on their backs,” said Najib Ghiasi. He’s on the staff of the Afghan charity Aseel, and he’s speaking about Afghan refugees in Pakistan who lived there for years, even decades — and are now being removed

Pakistan reviewing extension of Afghan migrant deportation deadline

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press July 1, 2025 Pakistan is reviewing the extension of the Afghan migrant deportation deadline, providing more time for migrants to manage personal affairs before return. Pakistani officials have announced that the government is considering extending the deadline for the forced return of 1.4 million Afghan migrants who are legally residing

Afghanistan Sees Alarming Rise in Youth Suicides

Sadaqat Ghorzang Tolo News 29 June 2025 In recent days, reports have emerged of two young people committing suicide in the provinces of Nangarhar and Kandahar. Drug addiction, domestic violence, and unemployment are cited as the primary causes of such incidents. One of the victims, Abdul Haq, a resident of Chaparhar district in Nangarhar, hanged

UNICEF Reports Return of 5,000 Unaccompanied Afghan Children from Iran

TOLOnews TV Network 30 June 2025 Tajudeen Oyewale, UNICEF’s representative in Afghanistan, also stated that 150,000 individuals have returned via the Islam Qala crossing just this month. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reported the return of 5,000 unaccompanied children from Iran to Afghanistan through the Islam Qala border. Tajudeen Oyewale, UNICEF’s representative in

Global Efforts Pledged in Doha to Support Afghanistan’s Economy

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 30 June 2025 Following the official ban on poppy cultivation by the interim government, the level of cultivation has significantly decreased. The third meeting of the Counter-Narcotics Working Group and the second meeting of the Private Sector Working Group were held today (Monday, 30 June) in Doha, the capital of

Afghanistan: Surging returns from Iran overwhelm fragile support systems, UN agencies warn

UN News 30 June 2025 UNHCR/Faramarz Barzin Afghans who have been deported from Iran gather at the Islam Qala border crossing in western Afghanistan. More than 700,000 Afghan migrants have returned from Iran so far this year, including 256,000 in June alone, the UN International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported on Monday, warning of immense

Islamic Emirate Denies Pakistan Claim of India Using Afghan Territory

TOLOnews TV Network 28 June 2025 The Islamic Emirate rejected remarks made by the Chief of Pakistan’s Army Staff claiming that India is using Afghan territory to operate against Pakistan. Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate, stressed that the caretaker government, based on its policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of other

City’s ‘moral duty’ to accept more Afghan refugees

Alexander Brock Local Democracy Reporting Service BBC News June 29, 2025 The city council has agreed to accept 124 Afghan refugees during 2025/26 Birmingham City Council has agreed to accept 124 new Afghan refugees into the city – a move its leader called a “moral duty”. The Labour run local authority said it was willing

Tourists are trickling into Afghanistan and the Taliban government is eager to welcome them

By ELENA BECATOROS Associated Press June 29, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — By plane, motorbike, camper van and even on bicycles, tourists are beginning to discover Afghanistan, with solo travelers and tour groups gradually venturing into a country that until recently was wracked by war. And the country’s Taliban government, which seized power more than

Afghanistan among top 20 nations with most unvaccinated children: UNICEF

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 29, 2025 UNICEF reports Afghanistan is among the top 20 countries globally with the highest number of unvaccinated children, raising serious health concerns. Afghanistan is among the top 20 countries in the world with the highest number of unvaccinated children, according to a recent report by the United Nations

Pakistan Closes Ghulam Khan Border with Afghanistan amid Security Threats

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 29, 2025 Pakistan has temporarily closed the Ghulam Khan border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, disrupting trade and travel until further notice. Local officials in Khost province have announced that the Ghulam Khan border crossing has been closed by the Pakistani side due to security concerns and

Pension Decree Ignored for Months, Retirees Say

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 29 June 2025 Among the protesters were also retired women, their eyes filled with tears and their voices choked with grief and hardship. Once considered the backbone of the state, Afghanistan’s retired civil servants now suffer in silence, overlooked and impoverished, their voices barely heard despite their growing desperation. A number

At least 1.2 million Afghans forced to return from Iran and Pakistan this year, says UN

Associated Press June 28, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — At least 1.2 million Afghans have been forced to return from Iran and Pakistan this year, the U.N. refugee agency said Saturday, warning that repatriations on a massive scale have the potential to destabilize the fragile situation in Afghanistan. Iran and Pakistan in 2023 launched separate campaigns to expel foreigners they

Iran warns undocumented Afghan nationals to leave or face legal action

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 28, 2025 Iran has warned undocumented Afghanistan’s nationals to leave the country immediately or face legal action, citing national security and public safety concerns. Iran’s Attorney General, Mohammad Mohebi, has issued a stern warning to undocumented foreign nationals, particularly Afghan migrants, urging them to leave the country immediately. He

Nowhere to run: The Afghan refugees caught in Israel’s war on Iran

By Omid Sobhani Al Jazeera Published On 28 Jun 2025 Afghans stuck in Tehran represent a forgotten population in a conflict that has captured global attention – people who fled one danger zone only to find themselves trapped in another, with no safe haven in sight. On Friday, June 13, when Israeli missiles began raining down

How refugees have helped save these midwestern cities: ‘That’s really something we celebrate’

Stephen Starr in Dayton, Ohio The Guardian Fri 27 Jun 2025 08.00 EDT In places like Dayton, Ohio, and Indianapolis, blighted neighborhoods and economies have been transformed At a time in life when many are winding down, Gunash Akhmedova, aged 65, fulfilled a lifelong dream of opening her first business. A member of the Ahiska, or

US Congressman warns Afghanistan has once again become a safe haven for terrorists

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 27, 2025 A U.S. Congressman warned that Afghanistan has once again become a safe haven for terrorists, posing a growing threat to regional and global security. Bill Huizenga, a Republican Representative from Michigan and Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia, warned on Thursday

Deportations Spike of Afghan Migrants from Iran

Naseer Ahmad Salehi Tolo News 27 June 2025 They are urging the interim government to create job opportunities for them within the country. The return and deportation of Afghan migrants from Iran has increased significantly in recent days. According to statistics from local Herat officials, nearly 100,000 Afghan migrants have returned to the country through

UN Warns of Rising Despair Among Afghan Returnees Lacking Basic Support

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 27 June 2025 Islam spoke of his son’s illness, the medicines he can no longer afford, and how he must return empty-handed to Jawzjan province. While more than one million Afghan migrants have returned from neighboring countries since the beginning of the year, the United Nations said that over 600,000

Islamic Emirate Rejects US Claims of Terrorist Safe Havens in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 27 June 2025 Bill Huizenga claimed that Afghanistan has once again become a safe haven for terrorist groups, contrary to the Doha Agreement. The Islamic Emirate has once again rejected accusations that terrorist groups are active in Afghanistan. Bill Huizenga, chairman of the US House Subcommittee on Foreign Affairs, claimed that following

UNDP helps 139,000 Afghan families gain access to clean water amid ongoing challenges

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 26, 2025 UNDP reports that 139,000 Afghan families now have access to clean water, addressing ongoing water scarcity challenges in the country. The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Afghanistan has highlighted the ongoing water accessibility challenges in the country. In a report released on 26th July 2025, the

Fourfold Increase in Arrest of Afghan Migrants in Tehran

TOLOnews TV Network 27 June 2025 The governor of Tehran, Mohammad Sadegh Motamedian, reported a fourfold increase in the arrest of foreign nationals in Iran’s capital in recent days. Motamedian emphasized that the illegal presence of foreign nationals in Tehran is unacceptable. Simultaneously, the Press Office of Herat province announced that over 30,000 Afghan migrants

Meeting in Kabul Addresses Afghan Migration Causes, Solutions

Kamran Ahmadzai Tolo News 26 June 2025 Delawar also emphasized that the Islamic Emirate has addressed all challenges faced by returning migrants in the country. A meeting titled “Afghan Migration to Foreign Countries: Causes, Consequences, and Solutions” was held in Kabul. The head of the Afghan Red Crescent Society Shahabuddin Delawar and the head of

UNODC: Drug Cultivation in Afghanistan Has Decreased By 90%

Tolo News 26 June 2025 He confirmed the 90% reduction in the cultivation and production of narcotics in Afghanistan. Polleak Ok Serei, the head of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Afghanistan, has reported a 90% decrease in the cultivation and production of narcotics in the country. In a special interview with

Advocates recruit vets to attend Afghan allies’ immigration hearings

By Leo Shane III Military Times Jun 25, 2025 Officials from AfghanEvac and Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America are recruiting veterans to travel to immigration hearings as a show of support for Afghan allies who served alongside U.S. military forces. (Staff Sgt. Joshua Magbanua/Air Force) A pair of advocacy groups is launching a new effort to

Washington signals policy shift on Afghanistan during UN Security Council session

Ariana News June 24, 2025 However, other Council members urged caution in dealing with the Islamic Emirate. The United Nations Security Council held a special session this week to assess the situation in Afghanistan, with international stakeholders offering sharply contrasting views on engagement with the Islamic Emirate-led administration. The meeting comes amid growing concern

UN warns of severe Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 24, 2025 UN officials report Afghanistan faces severe humanitarian needs, with widespread hunger, malnutrition, water shortages, and educational restrictions, especially for girls. Joyce Msuya, the UN Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, highlighted the ongoing and severe humanitarian needs facing the people of Afghanistan. Speaking

UN Envoy: Girls’ Education Ban Isolating Afghanistan from the World

Mursaleen Muwahed Web Journalist, Online content writer. Tolo News 23 June 2024 Otunbayeva also reported to the UN Security Council that over 600,000 people have returned to Afghanistan from Iran and Pakistan so far. The Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has stated that the unacceptable situation of Afghan women and

Muttaqi Criticizes US Over Frozen Afghan Assets, Calls for Release

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 24 June 2025 Muttaqi stressed that the US decision has severely disrupted the natural course of Afghanistan’s economic development. The acting foreign minister of Afghanistan, Amir Khan Muttaqi, criticized the United States for freezing Afghanistan’s foreign reserves, calling the move illegal and demanding the immediate and unconditional release of the country’s

UN Debates Engagement with Islamic Emirate: Mosaic Plan in Focus

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 24 June 2025 China and Russia have reiterated their calls for the international community to engage with the Islamic Emirate. The head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has introduced a new initiative called the “Mosaic Plan” during a Security Council meeting. The primary goal of this

US House Passes Bill to Block Aid to Islamic Emirate

TOLOnews TV Network 24 June 2025 Representative Tim Burchett urged the US Senate to also pass the bill and send it to President Donald Trump as soon as possible. The United States House of Representatives has passed a bill aimed at prohibiting the Islamic Emirate from accessing US aid. Representative Tim Burchett urged the US

UN calls for protection of Afghan migrants amid Iran-Israel tensions

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 21, 2025 Amid rising Tehran-Tel Aviv tensions, Bennett called for protecting vulnerable Afghan migrants in Iran from potential harm and violence. On the ninth day of conflict between Tehran and Tel Aviv, UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett urged all parties to protect Afghan migrants in Iran, warning of serious

Amnesty calls on Pakistan to halt forced deportation of Afghan Refugees

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 21, 2025 Amnesty International urges Pakistan to stop deporting Afghan refugees, renew PoR cards, and uphold international laws protecting those seeking safety. Amnesty International on Friday called on Pakistan to immediately stop deporting Afghan refugees and extend their Proof of Registration (PoR) cards. The call was made on World

UNSC to Hold Quarterly Briefing on Afghanistan on June 23

TOLOnews TV Network 22 June 2025 The council’s statement said that following the public session, a closed-door meeting will take place. The UN Security Council will hold its second quarterly meeting on the situation in Afghanistan in two days. The main speakers will include Roza Otunbayeva, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, the Under-Secretary-General

Thousands of Afghans Return from Iran After Losing All Belongings

By Nasir Ahmad Salehi TOLOnews Reporter 22 June 2025 Many said they had lived in Iran for years and had built a life there, but during their return, they were unable to bring even their household items with them. Many Afghans returning from Iran say that due to Israeli attacks and pressure from the Iranian

Hanafi: Afghanistan Committed to Expanding Regional Economic Ties

TOLOnews TV Network 20 June 2025 Hanafi said that Afghanistan’s territory will not be used against any other country. Abdul Salam Hanafi, Administrative Deputy of the Prime Minister’s Office, during his speech in China emphasized Afghanistan’s policy of non-interference and called for expanded economic relations with regional countries. Hanafi said that Afghanistan’s territory will not

Afghan Refugees Continue to Face Uncertainty

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 20 June 2025 Meanwhile, the European Union Delegation in Afghanistan has once again reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Afghan refugees. World Refugee Day arrives as thousands of Afghan refugees continue to face an uncertain and unsettled future. These refugees are not only struggling with economic pressures and legal challenges in

Russia Clarifies Its Stance on Recognition of the Islamic Emirate

TOLOnews TV Network 20 June 2025 Russia is among the countries that have temporarily removed the Islamic Emirate from their blacklist. The spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Moscow is awaiting the arrival of the Islamic Emirate’s ambassador. In an interview with Sputnik News Agency, Maria Zakharova also commented on the

Story project helps teach refugees English

Sophie Parker BBC News June 19, 2025 Uzra Taqwa has been helping translate books for the other women A project involving bilingual children’s storybooks and toy-filled sacks has helped refugees – many from Afghanistan – with developing English language skills. The ‘Story Sack’ programme, put together by mostly female refugees in Swindon, Wiltshire, sees people

UN Security Council to discuss Afghanistan Crisis on Monday

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 19, 2025 The UN Security Council will meet on Monday to discuss Afghanistan’s worsening crisis, including restrictions on women’s rights and the country’s economic collapse. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has announced that the UN Security Council will convene a session on Monday, June 23, to discuss

Muttaqi: Norway’s Recognition of Afghan Envoy Builds Trust

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter In the latest development, the acting foreign minister of Afghanistan met with the chargé d’affaires of the Norwegian Embassy in Kabul. Four years after political changes in Afghanistan and the cooling of relations with most Western countries, signs are now emerging of a gradual thaw in diplomatic ties. In the

UN Reports 3% Rise in Security Incidents in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 19 June 2025 In the security section, the report states that anti-security incidents have increased by three percent compared to the same period last year. The UN Secretary-General has released his quarterly report covering the period from February 1 to April 30, 2025, addressing the political, security, human rights, and economic situation

Teenage foreign worker among those killed in strikes in Iran

Azadeh Moshiri Pakistan correspondent BBC News June 18, 2025 Abdul Wali, 18, survived the initial blast but died hours later in hospital “He wasn’t a politician, he was just a teenager, working hard to support our family back home,” Abdul Ghani tells us of his eldest son Abdul Wali, 18, killed in an Israeli strike

Zalmay Khalilzad faces International Legal Action demand from 76 Afghanistan’s Civil and Human Rights Groups

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 18, 2025 Seventy-six Afghanistan’s civil and human rights organizations have demanded international legal action against Zalmay Khalilzad for his alleged involvement. In an open letter, 76 Afghanistan’s civil, human rights, and protest organizations called for international accountability and legal proceedings against Zalmay Khalilzad. The letter accuses Khalilzad of direct

Concerns Rise Over Returnee Crisis, Lack of Humanitarian Aid Funding

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 18 June 2025 Due to this funding shortfall, some support centers for returnees, such as the Jalalabad center, have scaled back their operations. Amid increasing pressure on Afghan migrants in neighboring countries, more than two million people have been forcibly returned to Afghanistan over the past two years. However, with

Brussels Meeting Calls for Coordinated Support of Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 18 June 2025 The two-day meeting was attended by representatives from the European Union, other political institutions, and diplomats from several countries. Participants at a meeting in Brussels stressed the need for a coordinated and sustainable approach to supporting a stable Afghanistan committed to international principles. The two-day meeting was attended by

Mirziyoyev Concerned By Diminishing Attention to Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 18 June 2025 The presidents of China and Kyrgyzstan also emphasized the need to boost cooperation with Afghanistan to achieve peace and stability. Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the President of Uzbekistan, has expressed concern over the decreasing attention of the international community to the situation in Afghanistan. At the second “China – Central Asia”

UN Concerned By Continued Education Ban in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 18 June 2025 The issue of girls’ education in Afghanistan has consistently been discussed at global forums. The United Nations has once again expressed concern over what it describes as gender inequality in Afghanistan, stating that eight out of every ten women in Afghanistan are deprived of education. The UN Deputy Spokesperson

25-Year Oil Contract for Amu Darya Cancelled

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 17, 2025 A 25-year oil contract for the Amu Darya field was cancelled due to repeated violations by the Chinese company involved. The Taliban’s Ministry of Mines and Petroleum has announced the cancellation of a 25-year oil extraction contract in the Amu Darya basin with the Chinese company Afchin,

UN calls for Legal Recognition of Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan, says Richard Bennett

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 17, 2025 Richard Bennett emphasized at the UN that gender apartheid in Afghanistan must be legally recognized to address systemic human rights violations. During the 59th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, the human rights situation in Afghanistan was once again brought to the forefront of international

Fear of Israeli Bombings Drives Afghans to Flee Iran

Nasir Ahmad Salehi TOLOnews Reporter 17 June 2025 Abdulwahab, who recently returned from Iran, lived in Tehran and was forced to leave due to the escalating Israeli airstrikes on the city. A number of returning migrants from Iran say they have returned to Afghanistan due to fears of Israeli airstrikes on Iranian cities. According to

UNICEF: Over 90% of Afghan Children Suffer from Food Poverty

TOLOnews TV Network 17 June 2025 The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has described malnutrition as one of the most severe humanitarian crises in the country. More than 90% of young children in Afghanistan face food poverty, and 1.4 million of them are at risk of death due to malnutrition. The United Nations Children’s Fund

UN Agencies urge immediate action to tackle Malnutrition Crisis in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 16, 2025 UN agencies urge urgent global support as over 3.5 million Afghan children face severe malnutrition amid worsening food insecurity crisis. Several United Nations agencies have issued a joint call for urgent action to address the growing malnutrition crisis affecting women and children in Afghanistan. On Sunday, June

Senior Officials’ Meeting on Afghanistan begins today in Brussels

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 16, 2025 The senior officials’ meeting on Afghanistan began today in Brussels, focusing on political stability and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country. A high-level international meeting on Afghanistan began early Monday in Brussels, hosted by the European Union. Key regional and global stakeholders are attending the

Over 10 nations call out Afghanistan’s Human Rights Abuses

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 16, 2025 Over 10 countries condemned Afghanistan’s human rights violations, urging international accountability and justice, especially for women, vulnerable groups, and marginalized communities. Representatives from over 10 countries condemned ongoing human rights violations in Afghanistan, particularly against women, during the 59th session of the UN Human Rights Council held

UN rights chief: Women removed from Public Life in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 16, 2025 The UN Human Rights Chief warned that women in Afghanistan have been systematically removed from public life, facing severe restrictions and discrimination. Volker Türk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, warned about the deteriorating condition of Afghan women during the 59th session of the UN Human Rights

800 Afghan Families Deported from Pakistan in Past Week

Sadaqat Ghorzang Tolo News 16 June 2025 According to the Nangarhar Directorate of Refugees and Repatriation, approximately 770 families were deported via Torkham last week. Over the past week, Pakistan forcibly repatriated around 770 Afghan families through the Torkham crossing. According to the Nangarhar Directorate of Refugees and Repatriation, approximately 770 families were deported via

Afghanistan’s Delicate Diplomacy Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Conflict

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 16 June 2025 Afghanistan’s Ministry of Economy has stated that the continuation of these tensions could seriously affect regional stability. In a volatile period in Iran-Israel relations, Afghanistan is striving to maintain a realistic outlook and a balanced policy to stay out of the conflict’s reach. The Islamic Emirate is

Malala and Kiran faced violence, threats and shame. Now their fathers want ‘all men to stand with women’

Isabel Choat The Guardian Sun 15 Jun 2025 Ziauddin Yousafzai and Ranjit appear in a new film in which they discuss fatherhood, courage, gender justice and bringing up strong daughters The day Ranjit’s daughter was born, he distributed sweets to the entire village – not just because he was thrilled to be a father for

Clash between Taliban and Pakistani troops in Kunar leaves two dead

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 15, 2025 A clash between Taliban fighters and Pakistani troops in Kunar’s Shigal district near the Durand Line resulted in two fatalities. Local sources in Kunar province report that two Taliban fighters were killed in an armed clash with Pakistani soldiers. The incident occurred in the Takht-e-Khor area of

UN to Address Afghanistan’s Human Rights Crisis at Upcoming Session

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 15, 2025 The 59th UN Human Rights Council session will address Afghanistan’s human rights situation, focusing on gender discrimination and apartheid. The 59th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council will commence on Monday, June 16 in Geneva. The agenda for this session includes a review of the

Mujahid: We Are Coordinating With Iran to Protect Afghan Migrants

TOLOnews TV Network 15 June 2025 Iran, as a neighboring country to Afghanistan, hosts approximately six million Afghan migrants, according to current data. As Israeli attacks on several Iranian cities intensify, the Islamic Emirate has announced that it is in contact with Iranian officials to ensure the safety of Afghan migrants and to address their

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Fuel Imports to Afghanistan

Nasir Ahmad Salehi TOLOnews Reporter 15 June 2025 A significant portion of Afghanistan’s imports, including oil and liquefied gas, comes from Iran. Local officials in Herat report that due to the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, the import of oil and gas from Iran has been suspended. Simultaneously, the prices of gas and petroleum

UN: Over 632,000 Afghan Migrants Returned from Iran in Five Months

Tolo News 14 June 2025 IOM has reported an increase in the return of Afghan migrants from Iran, stating that in May alone, over 15,000 families returned to Afghanistan. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported that more than 632,000 Afghan migrants returned from Iran in the first five months of this year alone.

Afghanistan Braces for Economic Fallout from Iran–Israel Conflict

Habib Rahman Qooyash Head of Business Desk Tolo News 14 June 2025 The volume of trade between Afghanistan and Iran reaches three billion dollars annually. Officials from the Islamic Emirate have stated that the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel will negatively affect trade and economic relations between Kabul and Tehran. The Deputy Minister of

Afghan Migrants in Iran Alarmed as Iran–Israel Conflict Escalates

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 14 June 2025 These migrants, who have long struggled with economic and legal challenges, are now gripped by fears over the potential consequences of this new crisis. As tensions between Iran and Israel intensify and aerial attacks escalate, the Afghan migrant community residing in Iran report a new wave of

Over 100,000 Afghans Reside in France, French Immigration Official Confirms

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 13, 2025 Over 100,000 Afghans now reside in France, benefiting from protective asylum policies amid rising migration since the Taliban takeover. Didier Leschi, Director General of the French Office for Immigration and Integration (OFII), has confirmed that over 100,000 Afghan nationals currently reside in France, making them one of

Over 10 million Afghans displaced amid global surge in forced migration: UNHCR Report

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 13, 2025 Over 10 million Afghans are displaced, UNHCR reports, as global forced migration reaches 122 million due to conflict and persecution. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has announced that the number of people forcibly displaced by war, violence, and persecution worldwide has surpassed 122 million. The

US Defense Secretary: NATO Played Minimal Role in Afghan War

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 11 June 2025 He emphasized that other NATO member states must enhance their defense capabilities to meet the standards outlined in the alliance’s charter. Pete Hegseth, the US Secretary of Defense, described NATO allies’ contribution to the war in Afghanistan as minimal during a session in the US Senate. He

Home Office backs down on asylum refusal for female Afghan activist

Diane Taylor The Guardian Thu 12 Jun 2025 An Afghan woman who risked her life defending human rights in her home country has been allowed to stay in the UK after a Home Office U-turn. The Guardian previously reported on the case of Mina*, whose asylum claim was rejected by the Home Office despite her high-profile work in

45 minutes to pack up a lifetime as Pakistan’s foreigner crackdown sends Afghans scrambling

By ELENA BECATOROS Associated Press June 12, 2025 Pakistan wants to expel three million Afghans by the end of this year, saying they are in the country illegally, but many have lived there for decades. Returning refugees have been forced to head to a camp across the border, in Torkham, where thousands arrive every week

US Defense Chief: Americans led majority of Afghanistan war effort

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 12, 2025 U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told the Senate most of the Afghanistan war effort was carried out by American forces. U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth sparked backlash after downplaying NATO allies’ contributions to the war in Afghanistan during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on

55 Afghan Refugees flagged on US Terror Watchlist, says Justice Department

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 12, 2025 The U.S. Justice Department revealed that 55 Afghan refugees were flagged on the terror watchlist during entry or resettlement screenings. A U.S. Justice Department watchdog has revealed that at least 55 Afghan refugees were on the terrorism watchlist either before entering or during their resettlement in the

Afghan Refugees Urge Global Help as Pakistan Deportations Rise

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 12 June 2025 Pakistan’s Ministry of Interior has also issued a statement saying that efforts to repatriate undocumented foreign nationals have been intensified. A number of Afghan refugees residing in Pakistan say that the forced deportation of Afghan migrants from Islamabad and Rawalpindi has intensified. They once again called on the

Afghanistan remains one of the world’s most mine-contaminated countries, Says HALO Trust

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 11, 2025 Afghanistan remains heavily contaminated with landmines, putting 6.4 million people at risk, mostly children, warns the HALO Trust. The HALO Trust, a leading demining organization, has warned that Afghanistan remains one of the most heavily mine-contaminated countries in the world. According to its latest report, an estimated

Afghan SIV holders exempt from US Travel Ban, says State Department

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 11, 2025 The U.S. State Department confirmed Afghan SIV holders are exempt from the travel ban, ensuring continued visa processing and resettlement support. The U.S. State Department has confirmed that Afghan nationals holding Special Immigrant Visas (SIV) are exempt from the recent travel ban imposed by former President Donald

Russian Intelligence Chief warns of Rising ISIS Activity in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 11, 2025 Russia has issued a stark warning about the growing presence of ISIS in Afghanistan. At the 18th meeting of the heads of counter-terrorism agencies of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) held in Moscow, Alexander Bortnikov, Director of the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB), expressed serious concern

‘We were friends of the US’: Fearful Afghans face Trump travel ban

Mallory Moench and Flora Drury BBC News 9 June 2025 Ahmad has been hiding in Afghanistan for years. The former Afghan military employee is living in fear of being found by the Taliban, which seized power in 2021 as US forces withdrew from the Central Asian nation. As a result, Ahmad is unable to get

How ordinary men became unpaid Taliban enforcers in their own homes

Zahra Joya, Annie Kelly and Rukhshana The Guardian Mon 9 Jun 2025 Afghan fathers, brothers and husbands are under pressure to ensure the women in their families observe the country’s repressive laws. Here, men and women across the country explain how it is affecting family bonds To be a father of daughters in the Taliban’s Afghanistan has become

Iran Govt: ‘Legal’ Refugees May Stay, Others Have 2 Months

TOLOnews TV Network 10 June 2025 The spokesperson for the Iranian government emphasized that Iran is committed to distinguishing between legal and illegal Afghan residents. A spokesperson for the Iranian government stated that Afghan nationals having a legal status will be allowed to remain in the country. Refugees residing in Iran reported that following the

India, Central Asia Reaffirm Support for Peace in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 10 June 2025 The foreign ministers of these nations declared their firm support for a stable, peaceful Afghanistan free from terrorism and narcotics. India and five Central Asian countries in a joint statement, emphasized that peace and stability in Afghanistan are vital and essential. According to India’s Ministry of External Affairs, during

Travel ban may shut door for Afghan family to bring niece to US for a better life

By JEFFREY COLLINS Associated Press June 8, 2025 IRMO, S.C. (AP) — Mohammad Sharafoddin, his wife and young son walked at times for 36 hours in a row over mountain passes as they left Afghanistan as refugees to end up less than a decade later talking about their journey on a plush love seat in

Explosion in Paktia, Afghanistan kills one, injures four

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 9, 2025 An explosion in Paktia killed a 12-year-old child and injured four others, exposing risks from leftover war explosives in Afghanistan. Local sources in Paktia province report that a 12-year-old child was killed and four others injured in a mine explosion. The incident occurred in the village of

Reaction to Trump’s Travel Ban: Calls to Exempt P-2 Cases

TOLOnews TV Network 9 June 2025 They are asking Trump to exempt P-1 and P-2 categories of immigration cases from the executive order. As the full implementation of Donald Trump’s new executive order banning travel to the United States for citizens of 12 countries moves forward, some individuals with pending US immigration cases are calling

The Taliban leader slams Trump’s travel ban on Afghans and calls the US an ‘oppressor’

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS June 7, 2025 The top Taliban leader on Saturday slammed President Donald Trump’s travel ban on Afghans, calling the United States an oppressor, as Afghanistan’s rulers seek greater engagement with the international community. The comments from Hibatullah Akhundzada marked the first public reaction from the Taliban since the Trump administration this week

Afghan TPS holders should have applied for permanent residency, Says US State Department

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 6, 2025 The U.S. State Department stated that Afghan TPS holders were expected to apply for permanent residency before the temporary status ended. The U.S. State Department has responded to growing concerns over the cancellation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghan refugees, stating that individuals under this program

Afghanistan Hunger Crisis: One in Five require urgent food assistance

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 6, 2025 One in five Afghans urgently need food aid as rising hunger threatens millions amid economic collapse and declining international support. The World Food Programme (WFP) has reported that one in every five people in Afghanistan is dependent on humanitarian aid to survive. The agency warned that if

Richard Bennett: Afghanistan’s people show inspiring resilience amid hardship

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 6, 2025 Richard Bennett praised the people of Afghanistan for their inspiring resilience amid ongoing hardships and restrictions on civil liberties. Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, has described the resilience and resistance of Afghanistan’s citizens under Taliban rule as a

Kabul Retirees Complain of Delayed Pensions, Challenges During Eid

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 7 June 2025 They criticized the delay in receiving their pensions, stating that even during these special days, they are struggling with livelihood challenges. A number of retirees in Kabul complained about their difficult economic situation on the first day of Eid al-Adha. They criticized the delay in receiving their pensions,

‘Abandoned’: Afghan women waiting for visas feel betrayed by US travel ban

By Charlotte Greenfield and Mohammad Yunus Yawar Reuters June 5, 2025 Summary Trump order blocks Afghan citizens from the United States Thousands of Afghans stuck in Pakistan waiting for US processing ‘Turned hopes into ashes’ says women’s rights defender ISLAMABAD/KABUL, June 5 (Reuters) – Fatima, a 57-year-old Afghan women’s rights defender waiting in limbo in Pakistan for

Gulf Cooperation Council calls for protection of Women’s Rights in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 4, 2025 The Gulf Cooperation Council urged Afghanistan to protect women’s rights, ensure education and work opportunities, and safeguard vulnerable communities. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) during its 164th ministerial meeting in Kuwait released a statement emphasizing the urgent need to guarantee women’s rights to education and employment in

Pakistan to chair UN Security Council Taliban Sanctions Committee

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama News June 4, 2025 Pakistan will now chair the UNSC Taliban Sanctions Committee, overseeing sanctions related to the Taliban’s activities and influence. Reports indicate that Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, has been appointed as the new chair of the 1988 Sanctions Committee. This committee, responsible

MoU Signed to Boost Mining Cooperation in Afghanistan

Habib Rahman Qooyash Head of Business Desk Tolo News 4 June 2025 The Chamber of Commerce and Investment officials describe Afghanistan’s mineral resources as the national wealth of the Afghan people. The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum and the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance facilitation

Australia advises citizens against traveling to Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 3, 2025 Australia warns its citizens against traveling to Afghanistan due to high risks of terrorism, kidnapping, and arbitrary detention under Taliban rule. The Australian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has urged its citizens to avoid traveling to Afghanistan under Taliban control, citing extremely dangerous security conditions. In a statement

Afghans Waiting in ‘Third Countries’ for US Immigration Face Uncertainty

TOLOnews TV Network 3 June 2025 Many of these individuals currently reside in Pakistan, but at the same time, obtaining residency visas there has become increasingly difficult. A number of Afghans holding US immigration cases are once again expressing concern about their uncertain fate while living in third countries. Thousands of Afghans who fled to

Germany Rules Out Diplomatic Relations with Islamic Emirate

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 3 June 2025 German media reported that the ministry emphasized that contacts are maintained only at a “technical” level. On Monday, the German Foreign Ministry, responding to reports about contact with the Islamic Emirate, stated that there are no plans to establish diplomatic or political relations with Afghanistan’s interim government.

UN Security Council to Hold Meeting on Afghanistan’s Humanitarian Crisis

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 3 June 2025 Political and human rights experts view the upcoming Security Council meeting as important but insufficient to address Afghanistan’s ongoing crisis. The United Nations Security Council has announced it will hold a meeting on the 23rd of this month to review the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan. According to

Racism and Rampant Violence against Afghan refugees in Iran

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 1, 2025 Rampant racism and violence against Afghan refugees in Iran continue unchecked, causing fear and suffering among vulnerable refugee communities. A disturbing video recently circulated on social media shows two young Iranian men in a car chasing an Afghan teenager in the southern Iranian city of Bandar Abbas.

Review of Afghanistan’s “Mosaic” Plan at Stockholm Conference

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press June 1, 2025 A conference in Stockholm reviewed Afghanistan’s “Mosaic” plan, aiming to create an inclusive political and social future for the country. The research and policy center Lajward Yoli together with the Citizens’ Party of Afghanistan recently organized the National Conference on the Future of Afghanistan in Stockholm, Sweden. This important gathering brought

Over 5M Refugees Return as Deportations Rise, Aid Declines

TOLOnews TV Network 1 June 2025 Ministry’s spokesperson, said that in just the past two months of the current year, 268,000 Afghans have been deported and returned from Iran, Pakistan, and Turkey. The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation reported that since the return of the Islamic Emirate to power in Afghanistan, more than 5.097 million

State Department restructuring scraps office dedicated to relocating Afghan allies

by Rebecca Beitsch The Hill 05/30/25 A proposed reorganization of the State Department would cut an office dedicated to helping Afghan allies escape the country. The Thursday notification to Congress would cut the Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts (CARE), eliminating the office on July 1. “This is not streamlining. This is deliberate dismantling. The CARE Office

Afghanistan welcomes upgraded diplomatic ties with neighbouring Pakistan

Al Jazeera Published On 31 May 2025 Taliban government to follow Pakistan’s move to designate ambassador to Kabul as tensions between the two nations ease. Afghanistan has welcomed an upgrade in its diplomatic ties with Pakistan, signalling an easing of tensions between the South Asian neighbours. Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday said the

Russian Foreign Minister: NATO seeking to return to Afghanistan

By Fidel Ra Khaama Press 31 May 2025 Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claims NATO is seeking reentry into Afghanistan under the pretext of security and regional stability. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has cautioned against NATO’s potential reintroduction of military infrastructure into Afghanistan, labeling such actions as a “time bomb” that could destabilize

‘A historic betrayal’: Murkowski slams Trump administration revoking protections for Afghan immigrants

By Ali Bianco Politico 05/30/2025 04:24 PM EDT A joint letter from Lisa Murkowski and Jeanne Shaheen urged the Department of Homeland Security to reinstate the protections immediately. Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) denounced the Trump administration’s decision to axe temporary protected status for Afghan immigrants — the latest break by the centrist Republican from President

‘I want my art to give a voice to Afghan women’

Oprah Flash BBC News West Midlands 31 May 2025 Seven of Masuma Anwari’s new pieces are hanging in a gallery in Lichfield An Afghan refugee says she hopes to give a voice to women in her home country still living under the Taliban regime. Masuma Anwari’s work once lined the walls of Afghanistan’s national gallery

Kazakhstan’s President Calls for Stronger Political Ties with Afghanistan

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 31 May 2025 Nooruddin Azizi also welcomed Kazakhstan’s diplomatic support for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan at the international level. Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in a meeting with Nooruddin Azizi, acting minister of industry and commerce of the Islamic Emirate, emphasized the need to strengthen political relations with Afghanistan. In this

Pakistan Upgrades Diplomatic Representation in Kabul to Ambassador

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 31 May 2025 The country’s deputy prime minister stated that the goal of this move is to enhance interactions and cooperation between Kabul and Islamabad. Pakistan is upgrading the head of its embassy in Kabul from chargé d’affaires to ambassador. The country’s foreign minister and deputy prime minister stated that the

Removing Protected Status for Afghans in the U.S. is No Way to Treat Allies

By Hanifa Girowal, Ambassador Melanne Verveer and Kimberly Hart Just Security Quince Institute Published on May 29, 2025 We still remember the day Kabul fell. So many Afghans who worked shoulder to shoulder with Americans in military, diplomatic, and development missions immediately knew the risks they faced under the Taliban regime, who saw them not as civilians but

Pakistan to send Ambassador to Afghanistan, upgrading Diplomatic Ties

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 30, 2025 Pakistan plans to send an ambassador to Afghanistan, upgrading diplomatic relations to strengthen cooperation in security, trade, and regional stability. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, announced on Friday, May 30 that Islamabad is prepared to upgrade its diplomatic representation in Kabul from chargé d’affaires to ambassador level.

Karzai: Ban on Girls’ Education Key to Lack of Intl Recognition

TOLOnews TV Network 30 May 2025 He pointed out that although many members of the interim government are not opposed to girls’ education, he remains hopeful that the situation will improve. Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai told a Russian media outlet that the ban on girls’ education by the Islamic Emirate is a major reason

Judge Blocks Shutdown of Biden-Era Migrant Entry Programs

By Zach Montague and Jazmine Ulloa Reporting from Washington The New York Times May 28, 2025 The sweeping order applied to hundreds of thousands of people legally in the country through programs put in place for Ukrainians, Afghans and others. A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from pulling legal protections from hundreds of

Judge rules that Trump administration wrongly ended humanitarian parole for hundreds of thousands

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS May 29, 2025 A federal judge ruled Wednesday that the Trump administration wrongly ended humanitarian parole for hundreds of thousands of people allowed to live in the United States temporarily. The decision is another legal setback for President Donald Trump’s plans for mass deportation, but it may prove temporary and its immediate impact

Russian Defense Minister warns of over 20 radical groups with 15,000 fighters in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 29, 2025 Russian Defense Minister warns over 20 radical groups with 15,000 fighters in Afghanistan threaten Central Asia’s security and stability. Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov on Wednesday, 28, has warned that Afghanistan hosts more than 20 radical groups with over 15,000 fighters, posing a serious threat to Central

Iran orders over 4 million undocumented Afghan migrants to leave by July 6

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 29, 2025 Iran has ordered over 4 million undocumented Afghan migrants to leave the country by July 6 amid rising migration pressures. Iranian authorities have announced that all census papers issued to Afghan migrants are no longer valid, requiring undocumented migrants to leave the country by July 6.

Russia: Western Countries Obstruct War Crimes Investigation in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 29 May 2025 Zakharova emphasized that Russia supports efforts to prosecute those responsible for war crimes committed by Western military forces in Afghanistan. The Russian Foreign Ministry criticized the delays in the process of investigating war crimes committed by foreign forces in Afghanistan. Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, said

Iran, Pakistan Set Deadlines for Afghan Migrants to Leave

TOLOnews TV Network 29 May 2025 According to Nader Yar-Ahmadi, aside from six groups who may remain in Iran with temporary cards, all other migrants must leave by the deadline. Iran’s Ministry of Interior has set a deadline of July 6 this year for Afghan migrants to leave the country. The head of the National

UN warns deported migrants face escalating humanitarian crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 27, 2025 The UN warns that deported migrants are facing a worsening humanitarian crisis, with urgent needs for shelter, food, and medical support. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has reported that in April alone, approximately 280,000 Afghan migrants were expelled from neighboring countries Iran and Pakistan.

UN: 80% of Kabul Residents live in vulnerable Informal Settlements

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 27, 2025 UN-Habitat reports 80% of Kabul’s population lives in informal settlements, lacking clean water, healthcare, and safe green spaces. The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) has reported that four out of every five residents in Kabul live in informal settlements and marginalized areas. These communities often lack

Afghan Migrants in Iran: Deportation Process Intensifies

TOLOnews 27 May 2025 They have called on the host country and the caretaker government of Afghanistan to address the demands of migrants and halt the deportation process. A number of Afghan migrants in Iran have once again expressed concern over the “intensification of forced deportations” of Afghan citizens from the country. They have called

Islamic Emirate Attends Moscow Int’l Security Meeting for First Time

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 27 May 2025 The Islamic Emirate has not officially announced who is representing the interim government at the meeting. For the first time, officials of the Islamic Emirate have been invited to an international security meeting in Russia. The Russian news agency TASS, quoting the country’s Security Council, reported that

Veterans recoil at Trump plan to end Afghans’ deportation protection

By Abigail Hauslohner and Emily Wax-Thibodeaux The Washington Post May 25, 2025 The administration claims conditions in Afghanistan have markedly improved under Taliban rule. Those who fought in the war say that’s “laughable.” The Trump administration’s move to end deportation protections for wartime allies who fled to the United States after the fall of Afghanistan has

4th Antalya Conference on Afghanistan kicks off in Turkey

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 26, 2025 The fourth Antalya Conference on Afghanistan began in Turkey, focusing on civil society, democracy, women’s rights, and inclusive political dialogue. The fourth round of the national dialogue on the role of civil society and democratic forces in Afghanistan’s future—known as the Antalya Process—began on Monday, May

Trump: US Military Will No Longer Engage in Nation-Building Missions

Habib Rahman Qooyash Head of Business Desk 25 May 2025 He stressed that this approach has now come to an end. The US president said that the American military will no longer participate in nation-building missions in other countries. Speaking at the graduation ceremony of the US Military Academy, Donald Trump criticized America’s past military

Acting Minister Denies Disputes Within Islamic Emirate

TOLOnews 26 May 2025 Mohammad Younus Akhundzada made the comments during a ceremony marking the launch of several development projects in Parwan province. Mohammad Younus Akhundzada, the acting minister of rural rehabilitation and development, denied claims of disagreements within the leadership of the Islamic Emirate, and pledged that the Islamic Emirate would never compromise its

Nationwide Polio Vaccination Campaign to begin tomorrow in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 25, 2025 A nationwide polio vaccination campaign will begin tomorrow in Afghanistan, aiming to immunize over 200,000 children under five years old. A nationwide polio vaccination campaign is set to begin on Monday, May 26, across all provinces of Afghanistan, according to health authorities. The initiative aims to

India Resumes Online Visa Issuance for Afghan Citizens

Ebadullah Ebadi Journalist (Web Editor) Tolo News 25 May 2025 The categories of visas that have been listed on the portal are “student, business, medical, medical attendant, entry, and UN diplomat.” The Indian newspaper The Hindu, has reported that the country has resumed granting several categories of visas to Afghan nationals, including to business people

Landmines in Parwan Have Killed 200 People in One Village Alone

TOLOnews TV Network 24 May 2025 According to the residents, nearly 1,000 families live in this village, which is considered one of the most remote regions in Parwan. Residents of a village in Koh Safi district of Parwan province say that due to landmines left over from past wars, approximately 200 people have lost their

Turkic States Urge Inclusive Govt and Rights Protection in Afghanistan

Habib Rahman Qooyash Head of Business Desk Tolo News 24 May 2025 The Islamic Emirate has responded by stating its desire for cordial relations with these countries. In a joint statement, the leaders of Turkic states have emphasized the establishment of an inclusive government in Afghanistan, respect for human rights, and the fight against terrorism

Special Forces officer blocked 1,585 Afghans from UK

Joel Gunter and Hannah O’Grady BBC News May 23, 2025 Afghan special forces were in danger of reprisal after the Taliban seized back the country A UK Special Forces officer personally rejected 1,585 resettlement applications from Afghans with credible links to special forces, newly released documents say. The files, disclosed by the Ministry of Defence

Pakistan, Afghanistan move towards ‘restoring ties’ in talks with China

By Abid Hussain Al Jazeera 23 May 2025 As India strengthens ties with Kabul, Pakistan and Afghanistan return to the table after Chinese mediation. Islamabad, Pakistan – As Pakistan remained embroiled in a war of words with its archrival India – following a dramatic exchange of missiles and drones nearly two weeks ago – it this week advanced

Beijing pledges Development Aid amid Kabul’s push for stronger economic ties

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 22, 2025 Beijing has pledged development aid to Kabul, focusing on health, agriculture, and energy as both sides seek stronger economic ties. Acting Foreign Minister of the Taliban administration, Amir Khan Muttaqi, met with Luo Zhaohui, head of China’s International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA), on Thursday, May 22, to

Shaheen: Delaying Recognition of Islamic Emirate No Longer Logical

TOLOnews TV Network 23 May 2025 Shaheen warned that further delaying recognition of the Islamic Emirate is no longer logical. Suhail Shaheen, the ambassador of the Islamic Emirate in Qatar, told TOLOnews that regional countries, recognizing the realities in Afghanistan, have begun engaging with the caretaker government at various levels. Shaheen warned that further delaying

Getting married, with 49 other couples

The Daily Hustle Rohullah Sorush • Roxanna Shapour Afghanistan Analysts Network 18 May 2025 For many young Afghans, the dream of getting married and starting a family is stymied by a myriad obstacles on the road to their hoped-for nuptials. One of the main barriers is the high cost of weddings and the steep bride price that

Classifying Taliban as ‘foreign terrorist organization’ under review: US

Al Jazeera Published On 21 May 2025 A ‘comprehensive review’ of the US’s chaotic military withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021 has also been ordered. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the United States is reviewing whether to designate Afghanistan’s rulers, the Taliban, as a “foreign terrorist organization”. Rubio told the House Foreign

Hegseth Orders a New Review of U.S. Withdrawal From Afghanistan

By Greg Jaffe Reporting from Washington The New York Times May 22, 2025 The defense secretary’s decision to select his chief spokesman to lead the inquiry into the chaotic end of the war was highly unusual. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday that he had directed his chief spokesman to convene a panel to

CSTO Member States to begin sending Weapons to Afghanistan Border

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 22, 2025 CSTO countries will start delivering weapons and military equipment to strengthen the Afghanistan border, enhancing regional security and response. Imangali Tasmagambetov, Secretary-General of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), announced at the CSTO Parliamentary Assembly that the dispatch of weapons and military equipment to strengthen Tajikistan’s

Beijing pledges Development Aid amid Kabul’s push for stronger economic ties

US aid suspension severely impacts humanitarian operations in Afghanistan: UN OCHA

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 22, 2025 The suspension of U.S. aid has disrupted Afghanistan’s humanitarian operations, leaving millions without healthcare and risking a worsening crisis. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has warned that the suspension of U.S. funding has had devastating consequences for humanitarian operations in Afghanistan,

Poverty, Unemployment Remain Fundamental Concerns in Afghanistan

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 21 May 2025 According to the report, 3.6 million people in Afghanistan faced severe food insecurity last year. Poverty and unemployment are fundamental issues in Afghanistan that are consistently raised by both citizens and the international community. Some residents of Kabul describe poverty and joblessness as their current economic challenges and

Race Against Time: Kabul’s Groundwater May Run Dry by 2030

TOLOnews TV Network 22 May 2025 Groundwater can be recharged, but more is drawn each year than is replenished in Kabul, with an estimated annual 76-million-cubic-meter deficit, experts say. The Japan Times, in a report titled “Afghan capital losing race against water shortages,” stated that the situation in Kabul is clearly deteriorating. The report, citing

UNHCR Warns of Humanitarian Crisis Amid Mass Deportation of Afghan Migrants

TOLOnews TV Network 22 May 2025 He also warned of the negative consequences stemming from the sharp reduction in international assistance to deported migrants. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has voiced concern over the large-scale expulsion of Afghan migrants from neighboring countries at a time when humanitarian aid is drastically declining. The

Rubio: ‘Taliban’ Status ‘Under Review’ by Trump Administration

TOLOnews TV Network 22 May 2025 He emphasized that this decision would be made based on the future approach of the United States toward Afghanistan’s caretaker government. Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, asked in a hearing if the “Taliban” were considered a foreign terrorist group, stated Washington is reviewing the status of the

US Secretary of State: Afghan Refugee transfers delayed, not canceled

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 21, 2025 Secretary Marco Rubio confirmed that Afghan refugee transfers to the U.S. are delayed due to security checks, not canceled. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed on Tuesday, May 20, that the transfer of eligible Afghan individuals to the United States has not been canceled. During a

World Bank Reopens Kabul Office After Talks With Finance Ministry

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 20 May 2025 Some experts said that other financial institutions should also be persuaded by the Islamic Emirate to resume their activities in Afghanistan. Following negotiations between the Ministry of Finance and representatives of the World Bank, the organization’s office in Kabul has reopened. The World Bank announced that it

AfghanEvac Urges US Congress to Prioritize Refugees in Budget Hearings

TOLOnews TV Network 20 May 2025 AfghanEvac urged Congress to place this issue at the top of its agenda during sessions attended by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. AfghanEvac, in an open letter to the US Congress, has called for the situation of Afghan refugees to be prioritized during this week’s budget hearings. The letter

Pentagon to Release Findings on US Withdrawal from Afghanistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 20 May 2025 US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, speaking to Fox News, stated that those responsible for the withdrawal must be held accountable. Amid ongoing criticism from current US officials over the handling of the American troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, the US Department of Defense announced that findings from a

In Virginia, a military stronghold becomes a haven for Afghan refugees

By TIFFANY STANLEY Associated Press May 16, 2025 FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Kat Renfroe was at Mass when she saw a volunteer opportunity in the bulletin. Her Catholic parish was looking for tutors for Afghan youth, newly arrived in the United States. There was a personal connection for Renfroe. Her husband, now retired from the Marine Corps,

Only 1 million of 3 million needy Afghans will receive aid this summer, says WFP

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 18, 2025 A woman during beneficiary verification at a distribution site in Salang District, Parwan Province, 50 kilometers north of Kabul, where 600 families received cash to help their families cover their food needs. Winter in Afghanistan is unforgiving. With no work and no food, families face the impossible

Pakistan halts Visa Extensions for Afghan Refugees amid Mass Deportations

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 18, 2025 Pakistan has suspended visa extensions for Afghan refugees, affecting thousands and raising concerns over forced deportations and human rights violations. Pakistani media have reported that a major law enforcement body in Pakistan has suspended the visa extension process for all categories of Afghan refugees. This move comes

Pensioners Protest Again: Years of Service, Still No Pay

By Habib Rahman Booyah Tolo News 18 May 2025 Among them is 65-year-old Bori Qul, who dedicated more than thirty years of his life to serving in the country’s government institutions. A number of pensioners have once again gathered in protest over the non-payment of their pensions. These pensioners, who each spent over thirty to forty

Intl Museum Day Sees Renewed Calls to Preserve Nation’s Artifacts

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 18 May 2025 On this day, the ministry emphasized the importance of preserving the country’s historical artifacts housed in museums across Afghanistan. On May 18, International Museum Day, the Ministry of Information and Culture held a ceremony at the National Museum of Afghanistan to mark the occasion. On this day, the

Afghan Refugees in Iran, Pakistan Urge Attention to Situation

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 17 May 2025 They called on host countries and the Islamic Emirate to address their concerns. Following rising concerns over the deportation of Afghan migrants from neighboring countries, a number of Afghan refugees in Iran and Pakistan have voiced complaints about the difficulties they face. They called on host countries and

Takeaways from AP’s report on Afghan refugees in Virginia

By TIFFANY STANLEY Associated Press May 16, 2025 FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (AP) — The Trump administration’s suspension of the federal refugee program has upended the lives of many Afghans who worked with the United States during wartime. The upheaval is particularly poignant near Fredericksburg, Virginia, which boasts both strong ties to the military and to resettled Afghans, along

Iran’s Interior Minister calls for deportation of 2 million undocumented migrants

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 16, 2025 Iran’s Interior Minister stressed the urgent need to deport around two million undocumented Afghan migrants due to limited national capacity. Iran’s Interior Minister, Eskandar Momeni, has said the country cannot host undocumented Afghan migrants. He stated that those without legal documents must return to Afghanistan. Momeni estimated

Warning to Leave US: Thousands of Afghan Refugees in California receive deportation letters

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 17, 2025 Thousands of Afghan refugees in California received urgent deportation letters, sparking fear and confusion amid ongoing immigration policy uncertainties. In recent weeks, thousands of Afghan refugees residing in California have received deportation notices from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These letters demand that recipients leave

Biden’s Secret Afghanistan document sparks new controversy

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 17, 2025 Joe Biden admitted keeping a classified Afghanistan document after his vice presidency, claiming it was for historical record and personal perspective. Former President Joe Biden has revealed that he retained a classified document concerning Afghanistan after leaving the vice presidency, intending to preserve it for historical record.

US Lawmakers urge Congress to approve 20,000 additional Visas for Afghan allies

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 17, 2025 U.S. lawmakers are pushing Congress to approve 20,000 additional Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) for Afghan allies at risk. Representative Jason Crow (D-CO) has called on Congress to allocate 20,000 additional Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) for Afghan nationals who assisted U.S. forces during the Afghanistan conflict. Crow emphasized

Afghanistan Ranks Fifth Globally in Internal Displacement

TOLOnesws 17 May 2025 Most of these displacements were caused by floods in the provinces of Badakhshan, Takhar, and Baghlan. The Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) reported that Afghanistan, with 4.2 million internally displaced persons (IDPs), ranks fifth globally in terms of internal displacement. In its latest report, the center stated that in 2024 alone,

Regional, Global Envoys Intensify Diplomacy for Afghan Future

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 16 May 2025 The special representatives of China and Uzbekistan also met with officials from Turkey and Sweden to discuss issues concerning Afghanistan. As part of continued diplomatic engagements related to Afghanistan, Special Representative from Pakistan Mohammad Sadiq, Uzbekistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan Ismatulla Irgashev and Special Representative of China

Trump Criticizes US Withdrawal, Cites Strategic Loss of Bagram

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 15 May 2025 He once again criticized the manner in which US forces withdrew from Afghanistan. Donald Trump, the president of the United States, has once again claimed that China is present at Bagram. Speaking at a US military base in Qatar, Trump emphasized that Washington should have maintained the

AfghanEvac: Ending Afghan TPS is a Betrayal of US promises

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 13, 2025 AfghanEvac condemned the U.S. decision to end Temporary Protected Status for Afghans, calling it a betrayal of American promises. Shawn VanDiver, President of AfghanEvac, has strongly criticized the U.S. government’s decision to end the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghan nationals. He described the move as

Global Fund Delegation visits Afghanistan after 7 years

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 13, 2025 A Global Fund delegation visited Afghanistan for the first time since 2018, reaffirming commitment to fight AIDS, TB, and malaria. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has announced that a delegation from the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria visited Afghanistan for the

OCHA warns of urgent Aid Funding shortage in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 13, 2025 OCHA warns that a severe funding shortfall threatens humanitarian aid in Afghanistan, leaving millions without essential support and relief services. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has announced that due to a significant reduction in humanitarian funding, aid distribution in Afghanistan will

Afghan Returnees from Pakistan Demand Jobs, Education, and Support

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 13 May 2025 They are urging the Islamic Emirate to provide opportunities for employment and education for themselves and their children. Afghan migrants recently deported from Pakistan are facing a range of challenges upon their return to Afghanistan. They are urging the Islamic Emirate to provide opportunities for employment and education

Report: 2.2 Million Afghan Girls Barred from Education Since 2022

TOLOnews TV Network 13 May 2025 The report also stated that if the ban continues until 2030, it could deny more than 4 million girls the right to secondary education. A US-based organization, Data Friendly Space, has reported that 2.2 million girls in Afghanistan have been deprived of schooling since the ban on girls’ education

DHS to end deportation protections for Afghanistan

Brianna Tucker The Washington Post May 12, 2025 Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem announced that the department will terminate the temporary protected status (TPS) for Afghans in the United States on July 12, stating “notable improvements” in Afghanistan, and that conditions no longer meets statutory requirements. TPS, which protects foreign nationals who

UK special forces veterans accuse colleagues of war crimes in Iraq and Afghanistan

Ben Quinn The Guardian Mon 12 May 2025 10.54 EDT Former personnel describe soldiers exhibiting ‘psychopathic traits’ and executions of handcuffed prisoners Former UK special forces personnel have accused colleagues of committing war crimes in Iraq and Afghanistan, including alleging that they executed civilians and a child. Graphic accounts of routine executions of handcuffed prisoners and

China aims to dominate Afghanistan’s Rare Earth Resources, Says Expert

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 12, 2025 An American expert warns that China is seeking to dominate Afghanistan’s untapped rare earth resources to strengthen regional influence and control. Scott Worden, an American researcher, highlights China’s efforts to cement its dominance over Afghanistan’s rare metals. Worden also criticizes the Trump administration’s closure of the U.S.

Islamic Emirate Asks France to Resume Diplomatic Presence in Kabul

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 12 May 2025 The two sides also discussed the current political situation, bilateral relations between Kabul and Paris, humanitarian aid, and other related issues. Suhail Shaheen, the Islamic Emirate’s ambassador in Qatar, in a meeting with Jean-Marin Schuh, France’s chargé d’affaires for Afghanistan, called on the French government to reactivate

Kabul to Host 6th Afghanistan-China-Pakistan Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue

TOLOnews TV Network 10 May 2025 The Chinese and Pakistani envoys reiterated their commitment to enhancing ties with Afghanistan based on principles of good neighborliness and mutual respect. Special envoys for Afghanistan from China and Pakistan, Yue Xiaoyong and Mohammad Sadiq, met with acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in Kabul. According to a statement

Online university offers lifeline to thousands of Afghan girls barred from education

by Qaseem Azizi AMU.TV May 2, 2025 KABUL, Afghanistan — Amid sweeping restrictions on women’s education under Taliban rule, a group of former university professors in Afghanistan has launched an all-women online university, offering a rare educational lifeline to thousands of girls barred from attending universities. Now entering its sixth academic semester, the institution, founded in

90% Afghan households hit by Economic Shock last year: UN Report

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 9, 2025 A UNDP report reveals 90% of Afghan households faced economic shocks in 2024, exacerbating the country’s ongoing humanitarian crisis. A recent report from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) highlights that 90% of Afghan households are facing an economic shock in 2024 due to the ongoing humanitarian

Afghanistan faces food crisis amid 40% rainfall drop and rising heat

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 9, 2025 A U.S.-backed report warns that reduced rainfall, rising heat, and poor crop conditions are pushing Afghanistan into severe food crisis. A recent report from a U.S.-based agency warns that Afghanistan is on the brink of a widespread food security crisis due to unprecedented declines in rainfall, rising

China, Russia Unite on Afghan Stability, Regional Cooperation

TOLOnews TV Network 9 May 2025 Some political analysts said that the interim government should pay attention to the ongoing competition between East and West over Afghan issues. The Chinese president Xi Jinping, during his visit to Moscow, emphasized with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, that both countries seek a stable Afghanistan, free from terrorism and

Alongside Other Challenges, Returnees’ Entire Property Left in Pakistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 9 May 2025 Some Afghan refugees deported from Pakistan say all of their belongings have been left behind in that country. The forced expulsion of Afghan refugees from Pakistan, in addition to other problems, is also marked by a major issue: their properties and assets remaining in Pakistan. Adam Khan,

Doha Process Praised, Women’s Rights Concerns Raised at UN Event in Kabul

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 8 May 2025 According to a UNDP report, the percentage of women needing health services rose from 82% in 2022 to 93% in 2024. Mikio Izawa, Japan’s chargé d’affaires in Kabul, said at a UNDP-organized event that the Doha process and the formation of working groups on the private sector

Washington Reaffirms Commitment to Releasing American Hostages

Habib Rahman Qooyash Tolo News 8 May 2025 The US State Department also reiterated that repatriating detained Americans abroad remains a top priority for the Trump administration. Adam Boehler, the US president’s special representative for hostage affairs, has reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to securing the release of Mahmood Habibi and other Americans detained abroad. Boehler stated

WFP: One-Third of Afghanistan’s Population Faces Hunger

TOLOnews TV Network 8 May 2025 Meanwhile, the Ministry of Economy said it is working on several projects to improve the country’s economic conditions. The World Food Programme (WFP) has raised concerns over the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan, stating that nearly one-third of the country’s population is grappling with hunger. WFP estimates Afghanistan’s population to

Kabulov: Afghanistan Not ‘Priority for Russia’ But Geopolitically Important

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 8 May 2025 The Islamic Emirate must pursue this while maintaining a policy of neutrality. Zamir Kabulov, Russia’s special representative for Afghanistan, stated that Afghanistan is not a priority for Moscow; however, due to its geographical location and geopolitical interests, it holds significant importance. In an interview with a Russian

Can’t go forward, can’t go back: Afghan refugees stuck in Qatar wait for a way forward

By REBECCA SANTANA and FARNOUSH AMIRI Associated Press May 6, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — Negina Khalili’s family sold their house and possessions in Afghanistan and flew to a U.S. base in Qatar in January, preparing for the last step in emigrating to America. Thirteen days later, the Trump administration took office — and suspended the refugee program

US Supreme Court orders resumption of Afghan Refugee Cases starting May 12

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 7, 2025 A U.S. Supreme Court has ordered the Trump administration to resume processing Afghan refugee cases starting May 12, 2025. The U.S. Supreme Court judge has directed the Trump administration to resume processing Afghan refugee immigration cases as of May 12. This ruling includes programs like the U.S.

UN urges immediate support for Afghanistan’s women amid rising challegnes

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 7, 2025 UN Women calls for urgent support for Afghan women, emphasizing the need for safe spaces, legal aid, and professional training. The United Nations Women’s Division has reiterated its commitment to addressing the systemic barriers faced by women and girls in Afghanistan. The organization emphasized that these women

Uncertain Futures: Afghan Deportees Struggle to Rebuild Lives in Kabul Camp

TOLOnews TV Network 7 May 2025 Lack of shelter and job opportunities are their fundamental challenges. These families are preparing to return to their respective provinces. With the rise in deportation of Afghan migrants from neighboring countries, a camp in the 11th district of Kabul city has become a gathering point for hundreds of families.

India-Pakistan Tensions Disrupt Afghanistan’s Trade Routes, Economy

Habib Rahman Qooyash Tolo News 7 May 2025 The Chamber of Commerce and Investment stated that this situation has added more pressure to Afghanistan’s economy. Fresh tensions between India and Pakistan have posed challenges to Afghanistan’s trade, resulting in the halt of export shipments at regional ports. The Chamber of Commerce and Investment stated that

Many Afghans living in the U.S. fear being tortured or killed if they get deported

By Andrew Schneider National Public Radio May 7, 2025 Sayedyaqoob Qattali moved to Houston with his family after legally entering the United States in late 2023. Sayedyaqoob Qattali HOUSTON — Sayedyaqoob Qattali spent years aiding U.S. forces as a security commander for the Afghan Interior Ministry in Herat province. He was caught there when Afghanistan’s

HRW: Ban on Girls’ Education Creating Widespread Challenges

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 6 May 2025 Heather Barr is urging the international community to take practical steps to address the educational crisis facing Afghan girls. Human Rights Watch said that the ban on education for girls beyond the sixth grade and their access to higher education has created widespread challenges for Afghan women

As Trump invokes Bagram, story of the strategic air base in Afghanistan

Written by Rishika Singh Indian Express May 4, 2025 The Bagram Airflied was built in the 1950s by the USSR. It has played a central role in the Soviet-Afghan War (1979-89) as well as the American misadventure in Afghanistan (2001-21). Today it is under the control of the Taliban. US President Donald Trump on Thursday

‘Whipped in front of everyone’: three women on being flogged by the Taliban

Rad Radan The Guardian Tue 6 May 2025 Hundreds of women forced to confess to ‘moral crimes’ they did not commit have been publicly lashed in Afghanistan Three Afghan women who were brutally flogged in public by the Taliban after being accused of “moral crimes” have bravely spoken out about the cruelty they endured. More than 1,000

EU urges Medical Education access for women in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 6, 2025 The EU emphasized the importance of medical education access for Afghan women on International Midwives Day, aiming to improve healthcare. On May 5, the European Union marked the International Day of the Midwife by emphasizing the critical role of Afghan midwives in reducing maternal and infant mortality.

The New York Times wins Pulitzer Prize for reporting on US Defeat in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 6, 2025 The New York Times wins a Pulitzer Prize for its report on the U.S. defeat and failures in Afghanistan. The winners of the prestigious 2025 Pulitzer Prizes have been announced on Monday, May 5th, with two awards given to reports from The New York Times and The New Yorker on

Atlantic Council to Hold Meeting on Future US Policy Toward Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 4 May 2025 Such meetings, analysts argue, may help foster relations between Kabul and Washington and clarify the United States’ policy direction regarding Afghanistan. The Atlantic Council, in collaboration with the Andiana Foundation, will hold a meeting on the 13th of this month focused on “Assessing US Policy Options Toward Afghanistan.” In

WHO Warns of Deepening Health Crisis in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 6 May 2025 Edwin Ceniza Salvador urged the international community not to forget Afghanistan in terms of humanitarian and health aid. The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Afghanistan has warned that the country’s healthcare system is severely weakened, with a large portion of medical expenses falling on the shoulders

India-Pakistan tensions disrupt Afghanistan’s trade

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 5, 2025 Recent India-Pakistan tensions have severely disrupted Afghanistan’s trade, stranding containers and causing major financial losses for Afghan exporters. Recent tensions between India and Pakistan have once again impacted Afghanistan’s fragile economy, creating serious challenges for the country’s most lucrative export market. The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and

Deported Afghans Report Inhumane Treatment by Pakistani Police

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 5 May 2025 They say that during their detention in Pakistan, their children fell ill, and they are now calling for greater support from the Islamic Emirate. Afghans deported from Pakistan report inhumane treatment by the country’s police. They say that during their detention in Pakistan, their children fell ill,

Afghanistan ranks 175th in Global Press Freedom Index

ByFidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 2, 2025 Afghanistan ranks 175th in the 2025 Global Press Freedom Index, reflecting severe restrictions on media and declining journalistic freedom. Afghanistan ranks 175th out of 180 countries in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), reflecting a persistently dire situation for media under Taliban rule.

Islamic Emirate Says UNAMA Report ‘Detached From Reality’

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 2 May 2025 UNAMA stated that women in Afghanistan continue to be denied fundamental rights such as work, education, and independent access to services. The Islamic Emirate rejected the latest report by the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) concerning the state of human rights in the country. The

US Continues Diplomatic Push to Free Detained Citizens in Afghanistan

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Reporter, Political Writer Tolo News 2 May 2025 Experts believe such remarks may signal a renewed American focus on more serious policymaking regarding Afghanistan and the broader region. The US State Department said efforts are ongoing to secure the release of American citizens detained in Afghanistan, Russia, and Venezuela. Tammy Bruce, spokesperson

UN Official: Normalizing Ties with Afghanistan Needs Clear Roadmap

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 2 May 2025 Fletcher warned that the continued suspension of aid—particularly by the United States — could endanger the lives of millions of Afghans. The UN Deputy Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs said that normalizing relations between Afghanistan and the international community requires a clear and actionable roadmap. In an interview

More than 5,000 Afghans have died on migration routes: IOM

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 1, 2025 The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has reported that more than 5,000 Afghan citizens have died on migration routes since 2014. The findings were published in a report released on Tuesday, April 29, highlighting the dangers faced by those fleeing crisis-affected countries. According to the IOM, thousands of

UN warns of worsening drought and rising humanitarian needs in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press May 1, 2025 The UN warns Afghanistan faces a worsening drought crisis, urging urgent aid as millions struggle with food, water, and livelihood shortages. Tom Fletcher, Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and head of OCHA (UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs), has issued a grave warning about

Afghan Govt Seeks to Send Workers Abroad Amid High Unemployment

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Reporter, Political Writer Tolo News 1 May 2025 This comes as the National Workers’ Union of Afghanistan announced yesterday that nearly 1.5 million workers are currently unemployed in the country. Today (Thursday), May 1st, marks International Workers’ Day. At a ceremony held in Kabul to mark the occasion, officials from the Ministry

SIGAR: US Aid Halt Has Created Serious Challenges for Afghan People

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 1 May 2025 SIGAR quoted UNICEF, saying: “Lack of education contributes to the shortage of female health workers.” A report of the US Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) said the suspension of US humanitarian and development aid to Afghanistan has created challenges for its citizens. The organization warns

Islamic Emirate Urges UN to Aid Returnee Housing and Services

TOLOnews TV Network 1 May 2025 At the same time, the acting minister of economy also met with the head of a Qatari charity organization to discuss humanitarian support for returnees. Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, acting minister of refugees and repatriation, in a meeting with Roza Otunbayeva, head of UNAMA, called on the United Nations to

Fletcher: Afghan Women Want Their Voices to Be Heard

TOLOnews TV Network 1 May 2025 Tom Fletcher arrived in Afghanistan on April 27, and his six-day trip is set to conclude tomorrow (Friday, May 2). Tom Fletcher, the United Nations Under Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, stated Afghan women do not want to be saved—they want their voices to be heard. During his visit to

Muttaqi: Direct Talks with the US Resumed After Trump’s Return

Bibi Amina Hakimi Tolo News 1 May 2025 Regarding regional ties, Muttaqi said the Islamic Emirate seeks no tension between India and Pakistan and supports direct dialogue for resolving disputes. The acting foreign minister said that after Donald Trump’s return to power, direct communications with the United States resumed, and he expressed hope that relations

Families Are Split as Pakistan Deports Thousands of Afghan Refugees

Zia ur-Rehman Reporting from Karachi, Pakistan The New York Times April 30, 2025, 12:01 a.m. ET Many undocumented Afghan migrants have Pakistani spouses and have lived in the country for years. Nevertheless, the government says they must leave. Every night in Karachi, a bustling port city in Pakistan, Fatima Bibi goes to bed in fear. The

UN: 70% of women in Afghanistan face barriers to accessing humanitarian aid

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 28, 2025 A recent UN report highlights that 70% of women in Afghanistan struggle to access humanitarian aid due to various restrictions. A recent report by the United Nations Women’s Division highlights that over 70% of women in Afghanistan face significant barriers to accessing humanitarian aid. The report points

Pakistani Defense Minister: Terrorism is a result of US policies in the region

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 28, 2025 Pakistan’s Defense Minister stated that terrorism in the region stems from U.S. policies, which have supported militant groups for decades. Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif recently reiterated his country’s stance on terrorism, acknowledging past support for terror groups. In a statement, Asif stressed that the roots

UN Deputy Secretary-General arrives in Kabul

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 28, 2025 UN Deputy Secretary-General, Tom Fletcher, arrived in Kabul for a week-long visit to assess humanitarian challenges and collaborate with teams. Tom Fletcher, the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations for Humanitarian Affairs, arrived in Kabul for a one-week visit. His mission is to work with UN humanitarian

50% Surge in Return of Afghan Migrants from Iran

Nasir Ahmad Salehi TOLOnews Reporter 28 April 2025 Some returning migrants from Iran say they were compelled to return due to the pressures imposed by the Iranian authorities. Local officials in Herat say that in recent weeks, the rate of deportation and return of Afghan migrants from Iran has increased by 50%. According to the

Ratwatte: Recognition of Islamic Emirate Responsibility of UN

TOLOnews TV Network 28 April 2025 In an exclusive interview with TOLOnews, he emphasized the importance of dialogue, addressing challenges, and finding solutions. Indrika Ratwatte, deputy special representative (development) for Afghanistan in the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), said that the issue of recognizing the caretaker government is a responsibility of the United Nations

Def. Ministry Chief of Staff: Enemies Must Learn from Afghan History

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 28 April 2025 Fasihuddin Fitrat, the Chief of Staff of the Ministry of Defense, stated during a ceremony in Kabul that anyone contemplating the re-occupation of Afghanistan will be confronted by the Islamic Emirate. Speaking at an event marking the 8th of Saur (the 33rd anniversary of the Mujahideen’s victory

Pakistani troops kill 54 militants attempting to sneak into Pakistan from Afghanistan

By MUNIR AHMED Associated Press Updated 11:23 AM EDT, April 27, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistani security forces overnight killed 54 militants who attempted to cross into the country from Afghanistan, the military said Sunday, marking one of the deadliest such killings in recent years. The military said in a statement that intelligence reports indicated

WPF warns of potential suspension of humanitarian air services in Afghanistan due to funding shortfall

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 27, 2025 WFP warns of potential suspension of humanitarian air services in Afghanistan due to severe funding shortfall, impacting aid delivery. The World Food Programme (WFP) has issued a stark warning that its humanitarian air services in Afghanistan may cease operations due to a critical funding shortfall. In a

7th of Sawr: Turning Point in Afghanistan’s Modern History

Ebadullah Ebadi Journalist (Web Editor) Tolo News 27 April 2025 The Islamic Emirate, in a statement, condemned the Sawr coup and stressed that this action paved the way for the former Soviet Union’s “invasion” of Afghan soil. The 7th of Sawr, 1357 (April 27, 1978), marks a critical point in Afghanistan’s modern history, when the

Retirees in Kabul Protest for Pension Payments After Years of Delay

Habib Rahman Qooyash Tolo News 27 April 2025 These retirees have been gathering and protesting repeatedly for more than three years to claim their rights. A number of retirees in Kabul held a protest to insist the caretaker government pay their pensions. These retirees have been gathering and protesting repeatedly for more than three years

UNSC Grants Travel Exemption for Muttaqi to Visit Qatar

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Reporter, Political Writer Tolo News 27 April 2025 Qatar is considered one of the most active countries regarding Afghanistan’s affairs. The United Nations Security Council has granted a one-week travel exemption for Amir Khan Muttaqi, the acting foreign minister of Afghanistan. The Security Council’s Sanctions Committee announced in a statement that Muttaqi’s

Ex-Taliban leader pleads guilty in kidnapping of American journalist

By Mark Berman The Washington Post April 26, 2025 Haji Najibullah, 49, faces a potential sentence of life in prison. A former Taliban leader charged with kidnapping an American journalist and orchestrating the killings of three U.S. soldiers pleaded guilty Friday to hostage taking and providing material support for acts of terrorism resulting in death, authorities said. Haji

Many former US allies in Afghanistan live in hiding, fearing persecution, says Middle East Institute

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 26, 2025 Image/Middle East Institute. The Middle East Institute reports that former U.S. allies in Afghanistan, fearing persecution, continue to live in hiding. The Middle East Institute has reported that many Afghan former translators and assistants who worked with the U.S. military in Afghanistan continue to live in hiding,

Afghan migrants in Limbo as US immigration cases remain suspended

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 26, 2025 Many Afghan migrants remain in limbo in third countries, awaiting reexamination of their U.S. immigration cases, facing uncertainty. Many Afghan nationals with pending U.S. immigration cases are voicing frustration over their uncertain status in third countries. These individuals are calling on U.S. President Joe Biden to address

Sharif Again Claims Threats Originate From Afghanistan

Mohammad Bashir Soltani, Reporter Political Writer Tolo News The interim government of Afghanistan has not yet reacted to these latest remarks by the Pakistani Prime Minister. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has once again alleged that Afghan territory is being used against Pakistan. Speaking at the Kakol military base in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, he described terrorism

Economic Struggles Fuel Rise of Begging in Afghanistan

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 26 April 2025 Nasibullah, a beggar, said: “Our request of the government is to assist us and create employment opportunities; there are no jobs or businesses anymore.” The current economic challenges in the country have forced a number of citizens to turn to begging. Several beggars cite poverty and unemployment as

Delay in US Aid Resumption Deepens Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 26 April 2025 Recently, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) reported that the reduction in US aid threatens the lives of millions in Afghanistan. Eight days have passed since the end of the set deadline for the suspension of US aid to the world, including Afghanistan, yet the aid has not resumed.

Pakistan Sets June Deadline for Afghan Refugees with PoR Cards

TOLOnews TV Network 25 April 2025 According to Pakistani media reports, the country’s Interior Minister stated that after June 30, the official process of deporting Afghan refugees will resume. Pakistan has set a deadline until the end of June for the voluntary return of Afghan refugees holding Proof of Registration (PoR) cards. According to Pakistani

Afghan Immigration Case Holders Urge US Action on Immigration Delays

TOLOnews TV Network 25 April 2025 They are calling on the US President to pay serious attention to their situation and to process their cases. Some Afghans with US immigration cases are complaining about their uncertain situation in third countries. A case holder who requested anonymity, said: “We hope our cases will be re-evaluated. A

Afghanistan’s Future in Focus at Russia’s Upcoming Security Conference

TOLOnews TV Network 25 April 2025 Political analysts said that whenever such conferences address the Afghanistan issue, the presence of representatives from the interim government is important. Russia said the situation in Afghanistan is not only a regional issue but also part of the country’s global strategic interests. Sergei Shoigu, the secretary of Russia’s Security

Trump admin considers exempting Christians from its push to deport some Afghan refugees

By Jake Traylor and Myah Ward Politico 04/25/2025 The push is unlikely to help Muslim Afghans, including those who helped American troops and civilians, who could also face dire consequences if they return to the country. Trump administration officials have discussed allowing some Afghan refugees to remain in the United States, days after a group of potentially

Rights Groups urge US action on Afghan Refugee Resettlement

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 24, 2025 Rights groups are urging the U.S. government to take immediate action to facilitate the resettlement of Afghan refugees. Human rights organizations have called on the United States to take urgent action to facilitate the transfer of Afghan refugees stranded in third countries. In an open letter sent

WFP appeals $25 million to support Afghan returnees amid growing humanitarian crisis

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 24, 2025 The World Food Programme urgently requests $25 million to address the escalating needs of Afghan returnees facing severe hardship. The World Food Programme (WFP) reports that thousands of Afghan families are returning from Pakistan every day, facing food insecurity. The organization emphasized that millions in Afghanistan are

Over 200 Afghan Refugees in Iowa ordered to leave US immediately

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 24, 2025 Over 200 Afghan refugees in Iowa have been ordered by U.S. authorities to leave the country immediately, facing legal action. American media reports indicate that in April, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security sent emails to over 200 Afghan refugees residing in Iowa, instructing them to leave

10 Laws Endorsed by Islamic Emirate Leader in Past 3 Years

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 24 April 2025 Meanwhile, some legal experts emphasized the crucial role of the constitution alongside other national laws. The Ministry of Justice stated that over the past three years, ten new laws have been enacted in the country. Barakatullah Rasooli, the spokesperson for this ministry, said that these laws were

Lavrov Stresses Resolving Afghan Issues through Moscow, SCO

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Reporter, Political Writer Tolo News 24 April 2025 At a press conference in Uzbekistan, Lavrov dismissed the Doha process as ineffective in addressing Afghanistan’s challenges. Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s foreign minister, criticized the Doha process and stressed that Afghanistan’s issues should be resolved through the Moscow format and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

Japan, OIC Stress Need to Expand Cooperation with Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 24 April 2025 Japan has been one of the key countries providing humanitarian and economic assistance to Afghanistan. Representatives from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and Japan have discussed enhancing cooperation with Afghanistan and ways to strengthen humanitarian assistance to the country. According to a statement from the OIC, both sides

Mass Return: Over 130,000 Afghan Migrants Repatriated from Pakistan, Iran

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 24 April 2025 According to the report, two million Afghans are expected to return from Iran and more than 1.6 million others from Pakistan this year. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that over 130,000 Afghan migrants have returned from Pakistan and Iran between April 1 and 13. According to

After fleeing, Afghans who lived in Pakistan for decades feel ‘completely lost’ as they attempt to rebuild lives from nothing in Afghanistan

The New Arab 22 April 2025 Since April 1, more than 100,000 Afghans have been sent back to their country of origin, out of the around three million living in Pakistan Pushed out of Pakistan where she was born, Nazmine Khan’s first experience of her country, Afghanistan, was in a sweltering tent at a border

US Courts to review Afghan Immigration Cases, says White House

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 23, 2025 The White House announced U.S. courts will individually review Afghan immigration cases as temporary protection status for many is ending soon. Karoline Leavitt, White House spokesperson, announced that Afghan immigration cases in the United States will be reviewed by courts. The announcement, made during a press conference

Afghan-American Named US Deputy Secretary for Afghanistan

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 22 April 2025 She is tasked with leading US policy toward Afghanistan within this bureau.\ In the first political appointment related to Afghanistan by the Trump administration, Mary Kabir-Seraj Bechopping, an Afghan-American, was named Deputy Assistant Secretary of State in the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs. She is

Islamic Emirate Cuts 1000s of Governmental Jobs

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 23 April 2025 Mujahid described the reduction of positions as a natural measure, stating that these changes aim to improve operations and reduce bureaucracy. The spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate, Zabihullah Mujahid, announced a reduction in positions across governmental institutions. Mujahid described the reduction of positions as a natural measure,

Islamic Emirate to Appoint Ambassador to Russia as Bilateral Ties Deepen

TOLOnews TV Network 23 April 2025 In this meeting, both sides emphasized expanding bilateral relations and starting a new phase of cooperation between Afghanistan and Russia. The acting minister of foreign affairs, in a meeting with Zamir Kabulov, Russia’s special representative for Afghanistan, who visited Kabul, announced that the caretaker government will soon appoint a

After a year of hostility, Pakistan and Afghanistan seek diplomatic reboot

.By Abid Hussain Al Jazeera Published On 22 Apr 2025 Pakistan’s Deputy PM Ishaq Dar visits Kabul as Islamabad and Kabul try to revive stalled diplomatic ties amid refugee expulsion Islamabad, Pakistan – When Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar landed in Kabul on April 19 for a daylong visit, it marked the first

Afghanistan, Pakistan Discuss Bilateral Ties, Refugees, Transit

TOLOnews TV Network 22 April 2025 The main topics of discussion included political relations, the status of Afghan refugees, trade, and transit. A Pakistani delegation led by Mohammad Ishaq Dar, the deputy prime minister and foreign minister of Pakistan, visited Kabul and held talks with officials of the Islamic Emirate on four key issues. The

UNAMA Urges Inclusive Engagement with Islamic Emirate for Afghan Stability

TOLOnews Tolo News 22 April 2025 According to her, the aim of this process is the full integration of Afghanistan into the international community. Roza Otunbayeva, the head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), said in Kabul that the UN is committed to supporting Afghanistan’s stability and development through a comprehensive and

Trump administration orders some Afghan refugees to leave US within a week

Ahmad Azizi AMU TV 21 April 2025 A group of Afghans waiting for their flight at Kabul airport in August 2021 during the evacuation process. Photo: Shakibi Ibrahimi KABUL, Afghanistan — The Trump administration has ordered some Afghan refugees who legally entered the United States after the Taliban takeover in 2021 to leave the country

Kenya Arrests Former Afghan Lawmaker Wanted by the United States

By Khaama Press Khaama Press April 21, 2025 A court in Nairobi has allowed Kenyan police to detain Abdul Zahir Qadir, a former Afghan lawmaker and prominent political figure, following a formal extradition request from the United States. Qadir, also known as Haji Abdul Zahir, was arrested at a hotel in Nairobi on April 15

Mohammad Naeem: Islamic Emirate Committed to Positive Foreign Relations

TOLOnews TV Network 21 April 2025 Zhao Xing, China’s ambassador in Kabul, noted that political relations between China and Afghanistan have grown since the Islamic Emirate came to power. Officials from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and China, following years of expanding economic and trade ties, continue to strengthen their political and commercial cooperation. Mohammad

Survivor of US Airstrike in Wardak Demands Justice, Compensation

Farid Ahmad Atiqi Tolo News 20 April 2025 According to him, he has clear evidence and documentation of the injustice done to him and is demanding compensation from the US government. The only surviving member of a family that was killed in a US airstrike in Jaghatu district of Maidan Wardak is seeking justice. Masihur

Russia Accuses West of Fueling Instability in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 19 April 2025 These remarks come just a day after Russia’s special envoy for Afghanistan expressed Moscow’s interest in formal engagement with Kabul. Sergey Naryshkin, director of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Russia, says Western countries, in pursuit of their geopolitical goals, are supporting opposition groups in Afghanistan to create instability in

Pakistan: No Extension for Illegal Afghan Migrants

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 19 April 2025 Talal Chaudhry stated at a press conference that since the beginning of April, more than 84,000 Afghan migrants have been deported from Pakistan. Pakistan intensifies the deportation of Afghan migrants, the country’s minister of state for interior announced that no further deadlines will be granted for illegal migrants—especially

US weapons left in Afghanistan sold to militant groups, sources tell BBC

Yasin Rasouli & Zia Shahreyar BBC Afghan Languages 18 April 2025 US military equipment and vehicles, including abandoned Humvees, fell into the hands of the Taliban in 2021 Half a million weapons obtained by the Taliban in Afghanistan have been lost, sold or smuggled to militant groups, sources have told the BBC – with the UN believing

Pakistan confirms its expulsion of more than 80,000 Afghans since April 1

Al Jazeera Published On 18 Apr 202518 Apr 2025 Rights groups have criticised the repatriation drive, warning that mass expulsions risk endangering vulnerable people. Pakistan has confirmed to have repatriated more than 80,000 Afghan nationals since April 1, before an extended April 30 deadline for the country’s largest migrant group in an initiative labelled as

Afghanistan Journalists Center calls for release of detained Journalist Sayed Rashid Kashifi

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 18, 2025 The Afghanistan Journalists Center has demanded the immediate release of journalist Sayed Rashid Kashifi, detained by intelligence forces in Kabul. The Afghanistan Journalists Center has expressed deep concern over the arrest of freelance journalist Sayed Rashid Kashifi in Kabul and has called for his immediate release from

Brutal Deportation from Pakistan: Sabera’s Journey with her 13-day-old baby at Torkham

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 18, 2025 Sabera, a young mother, was brutally deported from Pakistan with her 13-day-old baby, now stranded helplessly at Torkham border. Standing in the dust and chaos of the Torkham border crossing, a young mother named Sabera clutches her 13-day-old baby tightly. Her face hidden behind a veil, Sabera

Afghan Evac President: Afghan Refugees in US Given 7-Day Notice to Leave

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 18, 2025 Afghan refugees in the U.S. have been given a seven-day notice to leave, according to the Afghan Evac president. Shawn VanDiver, president of Afghan Evac—a U.S.-based organization supporting Afghan refugees—has stated that the U.S. government has given Afghan refugees with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) a seven-day deadline

Over 5,000 Afghan Migrants Deported from Pakistan in a Day

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 17 April 2025 According to the commission’s data, approximately 3,500 of these individuals entered Afghanistan through the Torkham border crossing. The High Commission for Addressing Migrants’ Issues has reported that more than 5,000 Afghan migrants were deported from Pakistan in the past day. According to the commission’s data, approximately 3,500

Magnitude 5.6 earthquake strikes Hindu Kush region, Afghanistan, EMSC says

By Reuters April 16, 2025 (Reuters) – An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 struck the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan on Wednesday, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said. The quake was at a depth of 121 km (75 miles), EMSC said, and the epicentre 164 km east of Baghlan, a city with a population of about

Russia Removes Taliban from Terrorist List

By Khaama Press Khaama Press April 17, 2025 Russia has officially lifted its two-decade-long ban on the Afghan Taliban, removing the group from its list of designated terrorist organizations. The move, confirmed by Russian state media on Thursday, marks a significant shift in Moscow’s diplomatic posture toward the de facto rulers of Afghanistan. The Russian

UNICEF warns of severe Therapeutic Food shortage in Afghanistan due to budget cuts

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 17, 2025 The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Afghanistan has warned of a severe shortage of lifesaving therapeutic foods due to global budget cuts. Dr. Tajudeen Oyewale, UNICEF’s Head of Office in Afghanistan, shared a message on X on Thursday, April 17, stating that 3.5 million children under

CSTO expresses concern over increasing threats from Northern Afghanistan provinces

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 17, 2025 CSTO officials are concerned about the rising threats from northern Afghanistan provinces, particularly related to terrorism, extremism, and drug crimes. The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) has expressed concern over the situation in Afghanistan and the growing threats from its northern provinces. According to the CSTO

Karzai and Norwegian Ambassador discuss strengthening ties, Girls’ Education in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 17, 2025 Karzai emphasized the importance of girls’ education for Afghanistan’s development, while discussing strengthening diplomatic ties with Norway. Hamid Karzai, the former president of Afghanistan, met with Norwegian Ambassador to Kabul, Per Albert Ilsaas, to discuss strengthening bilateral relations. Karzai emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation between Afghanistan

Islamic Emirate Rejects CSTO Claims of Security and Drug Threats

TOLOnews TV Network 17 April 2025 This comes after the CSTO’s spokesperson claimed that Afghanistan remains a major source of security challenges and drug-related crimes. The Islamic Emirate has rejected the Collective Security Treaty Organization’s (CSTO) allegations about security threats and drug trafficking originating from Afghan territory, saying that no security threat emanates from Afghanistan

Imran Khan calls for extension of Afghan refugee return deadline

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 16, 2025 Imran Khan has called for extending the Afghan refugee return deadline, emphasizing the need for continued support and negotiations. Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, while being imprisoned, has called for the passage of a resolution in support of Afghan refugees and the facilitation

Millions in Afghanistan lack access to clean water: UN-Habitat

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 15, 2025 UN-Habitat reports that millions in Afghanistan, especially in informal settlements, lack access to clean water, requiring urgent intervention. The United Nations Human Settlements Programme has reported that many Afghanistan’s citizens, particularly those living in informal settlements, lack access to basic healthcare and clean drinking water, requiring urgent

Khalilzad: Pakistan Might Send ISIS to Afghanistan via Refugees

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 16 April 2025 Meanwhile, some of the recently deported refugees say they face serious challenges, including lack of shelter, emergency aid, and employment opportunities. Zalmay Khalilzad, the former US special representative for Afghanistan peace, has warned that Pakistan might use the refugee deportation process as a cover to send ISIS

Afghanistan and the Scourge of Landmines: A Call for Global Support

TOLOnews TV Network 15 April 2025 Nooruddin Turabi said that Afghanistan needs extensive cooperation from the international community in mine clearance efforts. The National Disaster Management Authority (ANDMA) held a special event in Kabul to mark International Mine Awareness Day. During the event, Nooruddin Rustamkhil, head of the Mine Action Coordination Authority, stated that approximately

The Taliban banned Afghan girls from school. Low-paid carpet weaving is now their lifeline

Mahjooba Nowrouzi BBC Afghan Service Reporting from Kabul April 15, 2025 BBC Carpet weaving is one of few professions open to women since the Taliban government took power in 2021 At a workshop in Kabul where carpets are made, hundreds of women and girls work in a cramped space, the air thick and stifling. Among

Afghan children will die because of US funding cuts, aid official says

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS April 15, 2025 Afghan children will die because of US funding cuts, an aid agency official said Tuesday. The warning follows the cancellation of foreign aid contracts by President Donald Trump’s administration, including to Afghanistan where more than half of the population needs humanitarian assistance to survive. Action Against Hunger initially stopped all U.S.-funded activities in March after

Pakistan accelerates deportation of Afghans: UN

Al Jazeera 15 Apr 2025 Nearly 60,000 people have crossed back into Afghanistan since the start of April. Pakistan has ramped up the forced mass deportation of Afghan refugees and migrants, with nearly 60,000 having crossed the border since the start of April, the United Nations International Organization for Migration (IOM) said. Nearly three million

U.S. weapons from Afghan war give Pakistani militants a deadly advantage

By Rick Noack, Alex Horton, Haq Nawaz Khan and Shaiq Hussain The Washington Post April 15, 2015 Sixty-three weapons seized from militants in Pakistan were provided by the U.S. government to Afghan forces during America’s 20-year war, a Post investigation found. PESHAWAR, Pakistan — On Jan. 9, 2018, an M4A1 carbine rifle left the Colt’s

Islamic Emirate Denies Smuggling of US-Origin Weapons to Pakistan

TOLOnews TV Network 15 April 2025 Fitrat emphasized that all military equipment left behind by the United States in Afghanistan is under the control of the caretaker government. The Islamic Emirate has rejected a Washington Post report alleging that US-origin weapons are being smuggled from Afghanistan to Pakistan, saying that such equipment has long existed

Afghanistan women’s team gets funding from the International Cricket Council

Associated Press April 13, 2025 MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Afghan women cricketers will finally get high-level support in a bid to rejoin international competition after the sport’s world governing body created a taskforce to coordinate direct funding, elite coaching and facilities for displaced players. Dozens of players from Afghanistan’s national women’s team relocated to Australia after the

The Taliban leader says executions are part of Islam

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS April 13, 2025 The Taliban leader said executions were part of Islam, days after four men were killed by gunfire in Afghanistan after they were convicted of murder. The executions took place in sports stadiums Friday, the highest number known to have been carried out in one day since the Taliban returned to

Taliban morality enforcers arrest men for having the wrong hairstyle or skipping mosque, UN says

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS April 10, 2025 The Taliban morality police in Afghanistan have detained men and their barbers over hairstyles and others for missing prayers at mosques during the holy month of Ramadan, a U.N. report said Thursday, six months after laws regulating people’s conduct came into effect. The Vice and Virtue Ministry published laws last August covering

Pakistan gives 5-Day Deadline for Afghan Refugees in South Waziristan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 14, 2025 Pakistan has given Afghan migrants in South Waziristan a five-day deadline to register with police for identification and security purposes. As the deportation of Afghan migrants from Pakistan continues, police authorities in South Waziristan have issued a five-day deadline for Afghan migrants in the province to register

Muttaqi: Mistreatment of Migrants Harms Kabul-Islamabad Relations

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 14 April 2025 In this meeting, Muttaqi described the mistreatment of Afghan migrants as alarming and damaging to the relations between the two countries. Amid the intensified deportation of Afghan migrants from Pakistan, Amir Khan Muttaqi, acting foreign minister of the Islamic Emirate, met with Obaidur Rahman Nizamani, acting ambassador

‘We Have No Homes’: Afghan Migrants Face Harsh Reality After Deportation

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 14 April 2025 Several migrants deported through the Torkham crossing say they not only have no homes to live in, but they also do not own any land on which to build one. With the increasing wave of returning Afghan migrants from neighboring countries—particularly Pakistan—many repatriated families are facing a

Trump Will End Temporary Protections for Afghans and Cameroonians

By Hamed Aleaziz The New York Times Reporting from Washington April 12, 2025 More than 10,000 people will be put on track for deportation in May and June as a result of the Department of Homeland Security’s action. The Trump administration will end temporary protections for more than 10,000 people from Afghanistan and Cameroon, putting them

Pakistan Repeats Terrorism Claims Amid Strained Ties with Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 12 April 2025 He said that efforts to improve relations are ongoing, but security concerns and the presence of terrorist sanctuaries in Afghanistan remain major challenges. As tensions rise between Kabul and Islamabad, Shafqat Ali Khan, spokesperson for Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has emphasized that terrorism continues to be the main

Trump officials end ‘temporary protected status’ for Afghans, Cameroonians

Al Jazeera Published On 12 Apr 202512 Apr 2025 More than 14,600 Afghans and 7,900 Cameroonians are legally in the US under the programme which grants temporary safety from conflict and instability. The administration of President Donald Trump has moved to end legal protections for thousands of Afghans and Cameroonians legally living in the United

Thousands of Afghans in the U.S. at Risk of Deportation After Losing Legal Protection

By Khaama Press April 12, 2025 WASHINGTON, April 11 — In a move raising deep concern among Afghan communities in the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for citizens of Afghanistan, leaving thousands at risk of deportation in the coming weeks. The decision, announced by

Mansoor: No Secret Annexes in the Doha Agreement

TOLOnews TV Network 11 April 2025 He said that removing the names of Islamic Emirate officials from the UN blacklist was part of the agreement’s next stages, which have yet to be implemented. The acting minister of water and energy has said that the Doha Agreement between the United States and the Islamic Emirate contains

UK Envoy: UN Proposal on Afghanistan Ready for Discussion

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 11 April 2025 He added that the proposal emphasizes strengthening relations with Afghanistan and ensuring the country’s security. The chargé d’affaires of the British Embassy for Afghanistan, Robert Chatterton Dickson, informed the acting minister of refugees that a proposal regarding Afghanistan has been prepared by the United Nations. In a

Liberal candidate co-authored inquiry submission suggesting Hazaras not persecuted for ethnicity in Afghanistan

Henry Belot The Guardian Fri 11 Apr 2025 11.00 EDT Exclusive: Zahid Safi, who is running in Melbourne seat of Bruce, listed as last author on 2021 Senate submission which says victims of Afghanistan war ‘not based on ethnicity’ The Liberal candidate for Bruce co-authored a parliamentary submission suggesting the Hazara community in Afghanistan was not persecuted on

Germany to expand deportation plan to Afghanistan under new Government

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 11, 2025 Germany’s new government plans to expand deportations to Afghanistan, targeting rejected asylum seekers amid growing political pressure and migration concerns. German media have reported that the country’s future government plans to resume deportation flights to Afghanistan and Syria as part of a tougher immigration policy targeting undocumented

Terrorism still main obstacle to better ties with Kabul, says Foreign Ministry

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 11, 2025 Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry says terrorism remains the main hurdle in improving bilateral ties with Kabul, citing ongoing security concerns and cross-border threats. Shafqat Ali Khan, spokesperson for Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that terrorism remains the primary obstacle to improving bilateral relations with the Taliban-led administration

Islamic Emirate Leader Calls for Full Implementation of Sharia in Paktia

TOLOnews TV Network 11 April 2025 The leader of the Islamic Emirate also stressed the importance of unity among the people and the prevention of divisions. The leader of the Islamic Emirate met with the governor of Paktia and other provincial officials in Kandahar. During the meeting, Sheikh Hibatullah Akhundzada emphasized that the time has

Save the Children: 4,000 Child Deaths on Migration Routes

TOLOnews TV Network 11 April 2025 Insecurity, hunger, and climate change have been cited as the main reasons for child migration. In its annual report, Save the Children stated that more than 4,000 children have died on migration routes worldwide between 2014 and early 2025. Insecurity, hunger, and climate change have been cited as the

UNHCR Calls for Coordinated, Dignified Repatriation of Afghan Refugees

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 11 April 2025 According to statistics from UNHCR for Afghanistan, since September 2023, 900,000 Afghans have returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) office for Afghanistan has called on Iran and Pakistan to treat Afghan refugees appropriately. The head of this organization stressed in

Vice and Virtue Ministry Reacts to UNAMA Report

TOLOnews TV Network 10 April 2025 UNAMA said that six months after the law’s enforcement, the Islamic Emirate has made more systematic efforts to implement it. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) in its latest report stated that the implementation of the Islamic Emirate’s vice and virtue law has significantly impacted people’s lives,

Economy Ministry: US Aid Bill ‘Tool of Pressure on Islamic Emirate’

TOLOnews TV Network 10 April 2025 The US Department of State confirmed yesterday that it has suspended its aid to the World Food Programme in Afghanistan and Yemen. The Ministry of Economy said a new bill that passed a vote in the US House Foreign Affairs Committee and is heading to Congress, which concerns aid

Afghanistan: Taliban Hands Over Bagram Air Base To US

Team StratNews StratNews Global Apr 11, 2025 Donald Trump recently said the US is planning to return to Afghanistan, a country its military exited in 2021, in a bid to counter China’s influence over the war-torn South Asian nation. The Taliban has transferred control of Afghanistan’s strategic Bagram Air Base to the United States, marking a significant

Pakistan warns it may expel thousands of Afghans hoping for resettlement in the West

By MUNIR AHMED Associated Press April 10, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan said Thursday that thousands of Afghan migrants who have applied for resettlement in third countries could face forced expulsion if they are not relocated by host nations before the end of April. Deputy Interior Minister Talal Chaudhry did not mention specific host countries, but his announcement follows

Khalid Hanafi: Non-Muslims are ‘Worse Than Animals’

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 10, 2025 Khalid Hanafi, a key figure in the Taliban regime, controversially stated that ‘non-Muslims are worse than animals’ in recent remarks. Mohammad Khalid Hanafi, the Acting Minister of Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice under the Taliban regime, made controversial remarks comparing non-Muslims, including Christians, Jews,

WFP: Reduced aid puts heavy burden on Women and Children in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 10, 2025 The World Food Program (WFP) has expressed concern over declining global aid, particularly from the United States, and warned that the primary burden of this crisis falls on Afghanistan’s women and children. In a post on its official social media platform X, the WFP shared a video

Kabir: Resolving Migration Crisis Requires Time, Global Support

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 10 April 2025 The ministry stated that this meeting also addressed the challenges Afghan migrants face in Pakistan and Iran. The acting minister of refugees and repatriations, Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, discussed the holding of a trilateral meeting between Kabul, Tehran, and Islamabad with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees for Afghanistan

Parwan Intelligence Chief: Opponents Seek Help from Foreign States

TOLOnews TV Network 10 April 2025 The governor of Parwan said that there exist no types of discrimination among the officials of the Islamic Emirate. Mohammad Siddiq Mokhles, the intelligence chief of Parwan province, in a public gathering accused political opponents of the Islamic Emirate who reside in neighboring countries of receiving aid from foreign

Mysterious US military flight to Afghanistan sparks speculation about Bagram air base

Arpan Rai The Independent Wednesday 09 April 2025 05:46 BST Military cargo plane from Doha was reportedly carrying CIA deputy chief A US military cargo plane that flew into Afghanistan last week has sparked speculation that America could retake control of the strategic Bagram air base. According to local media reports, the C-17 aircraft took off from Doha’s

Fleeing Taliban fighters, Ibrahim begs the country he helped – Australia – to save his family

By Ben Doherty The Guardian Wed 9 Apr 2025 Mohammed Ibrahim Danish spent four years as a translator for aid workers who taught children and trained doctors. In today’s Afghanistan the penalty for that is death Huddled on Afghanistan’s chaotic border with Pakistan, his young son shivering in the cold, Ibrahim Danish stared at the

US restores urgent food aid but not in Afghanistan and Yemen, where millions need it

By SAMY MAGDY, RIAZAT BUTT and ELLEN KNICKMEYER Associated Press April 9, 2025 CAIRO (AP) — The Trump administration has reversed sweeping cuts in emergency food aid to several nations but maintained them in Afghanistan and Yemen, two of the world’s poorest and most war-ravaged countries, officials said Wednesday. The United States had initially cut funding for projects in

IS Bagram Airbase now under US or Chinese Control?

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 9, 2025 Bagram Airbase has reportedly been handed over to the U.S., amidst conflicting claims. Trump blames Biden for allowing China’s influence, while the Taliban denies the transfer. The Bagram Airbase, a strategic military site in Afghanistan, has become the center of conflicting reports regarding its control. The U.S.

Over 11,000 Afghan Refugees expelled from Pakistan; PoR cardholders protected until June 30

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 9, 2025 Over 11,000 Afghan migrants have been expelled from Pakistan in the latest phase, while PoR cardholders are protected until June 30. Pakistani media reports have revealed that, since the beginning of the second phase of forced Afghan migrant expulsions, 11,371 Afghan migrants were deported from the

Pakistan halts detention and deportation of registered Afghan migrants until further notice

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 9, 2025 Pakistan has suspended the detention and deportation of registered Afghan migrants until further notice. Reports from local media outlets in Pakistan reveal that the Peshawar city court has prohibited all law enforcement agencies from taking legal action against Afghan migrants who hold PoR (Proof of Registration)

Afghan Refugees in Iran: Census Cards Declared Invalid

TOLOnews TV Network 9 April 2025 They are calling on both the Iranian and Afghan governments to address their situation seriously. A number of Afghan refugees in Iran have complained about growing challenges, saying the Iranian government has invalidated their refugee census cards. They are calling on both the Iranian and Afghan governments to address

Afghan Refugees’ property looted and expelled with abuse in Pakistan: Officials

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 8, 2025 Afghan refugees in Pakistan are reportedly facing abuse and property looting during forced expulsions, according to officials’ statements. The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriations of Afghanistan has condemned the ongoing detention and forced deportation of Afghan migrants from Pakistan. According to the ministry, these migrants are subjected

Italy to Resettle 700 Afghan Refugees

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 8, 2025 Italy has announced plans to resettle 700 Afghan refugees, part of a larger effort to bring 8,200 individuals to Europe, amid global challenges in refugee resettlement. Italian media recently reported that the government of Italy has decided to relocate 700 Afghan refugees to the country as part

US and Pakistan discuss Afghanistan’s left behind Military Equipment

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 8, 2025 The US and Pakistan discussed the military equipment left behind in Afghanistan, focusing on managing its disposal and security. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, held a phone call to discuss regional developments, with a focus on Afghanistan’s current situation.