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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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,

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 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

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

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,

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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).

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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

.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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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)

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

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

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

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.

TOLOnews TV Network 8 April 2025 In response, the World Food Programme, which is supported by US funds, stated that cutting this aid is a death sentence for those facing hunger. US President Donald Trump has announced his intention to cut the remaining US aid to Afghanistan and Yemen. Donald Trump stated: “You wouldn’t believe

Sana Atif, Freshta Ghani, Ruchi Kumar and Zuhal Ahad The Guardian 3 Apr 2025 The need for women to be accompanied by a man in public is blocking access to healthcare and contributing to soaring mortality rates, say experts It was the middle of the night when Zarin Gul realised that her daughter Nasrin had to

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 7, 2025   The World Food Programme (WFP) has once again warned about the dire situation facing children in Afghanistan, stating that millions of Afghan children are at serious risk of malnutrition this year. According to WFP officials in Afghanistan, recent assessments reveal that at least 3.5 million children

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 7, 2025   The UN urges international donors to maintain critical support for Afghanistan, addressing urgent humanitarian needs amid a severe crisis. The United Nations is urging international donors to maintain critical support for Afghanistan, a country facing the second-largest humanitarian crisis in the world. In 2025, approximately 22.9

TOLOnews TV Network 6 April 2025 Previously, other officials of the Islamic Emirate had also denied the existence of any internal rifts within the interim government.\Noor Jalal Jalali, acting minister of public health, has denied the existence of any disagreements among members of the Islamic Emirate. Speaking at a gathering in Kabul, Jalali emphasized that

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 7 April 2025 According to the ministry, this decision disproportionately harms the Afghan people, handicraft producers, small businesses, and women entrepreneurs. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has warned that the imposition of a 10% tariff by the United States on Afghan goods poses a serious obstacle to the country’s economic

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 7 April 2025 Political observers believe such meetings can pave the way for expanding Afghanistan’s relations with regional countries in various sectors. The acting foreign minister of the Islamic Emirate, Amir Khan Muttaqi, in meetings with Saif Alketbi, the United Arab Emirates’ special representative for Afghanistan, and Alireza Bikdeli, the

Diane Taylor The Guardian Sat 5 Apr 2025 04.00 EDT Woman who worked with western governments in her home country before fleeing the Taliban told to return An Afghan woman who risked her life to defend human rights in her home country before fleeing to the UK has been told by the Home Office it

April 6, 2025, 5:00 AM EDT By Astha Rajvanshi and Mushtaq Yusufzai NBC News PESHAWAR, Pakistan — Rifts are growing among Taliban officials over the group’s decision to ban girls from secondary education, leading at least one minister to leave Afghanistan and forcing families to move so their daughters can continue their schooling. As religious police patrol large parts of the country to ensure that

Aleks Phillips BBC News 5 April 2025 Peter Reynolds, 79, and wife Barbie, 75, have been in prison since the start of February The son of a British couple who were detained by the Taliban nine weeks ago is calling on the US to help secure their release from an Afghan prison. Peter Reynolds, 79,

Hayden Vernon The Guardian Sun 6 Apr 2025 Peter Reynolds, 79, detained with his wife, Barbie, since February, says prison is ‘nearest thing to hell I can imagine’ A Briton held captive by the Taliban for more than nine weeks has said he is living in dire conditions in a prison in Kabul, describing it as

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 6 April 2025 Hamdullah Nomani added that the country should not rely on foreigners for its development. The Acting Minister of Economy, without naming any specific country, said that neighboring nations do not wish to see Afghanistan progress. In a program held in Kabul, Din Mohammad Hanif said that international aid

Sadaqat Ghorzang Tolo News 6 April 2025 Deportees say they were arrested by Pakistani police while at work and deported to Afghanistan, leaving behind their businesses and family members. In the past six days, Pakistan has deported 2,811 Afghan refugees through the Torkham crossing after detaining them. Baz Mohammad Abdulrahman, head of the Refugees and

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 6, 2025 Over one million Afghan refugees were deported by Iranian authorities in one year, highlighting escalating enforcement of strict immigration policies. Iranian media, citing government officials, reported that over 1.12 million Afghan migrants were deported from Iran during the solar year March 2024–March 2025, as part of Tehran’s

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 6, 2025 Pakistan’s Parliament is set to review plans for the forced return of Afghan refugees amid growing domestic and international concerns. As pressure intensifies on Afghan refugees in Pakistan, local media have reported that the National Assembly of Pakistan is set to hold a session on Monday April 7,

TOLOnews TV Network 6 April 2025 Despite earlier promises, no specific timeline has yet been announced by the Islamic Emirate regarding the start of pension payments. A number of retirees in Kabul have once again protested the non-payment of their pensions, continuing their series of protest gatherings. The retirees say they are facing severe economic

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press  April 5, 2025 UN experts have called for an immediate halt to the deportation of Afghan migrants from Pakistan, stressing that such actions violate international human rights and refugee laws. On Friday, April 4, the UN issued a press statement emphasizing the need for sustainable solutions for Afghan migrants and

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 5, 2025 Pakistan has urged the UN Security Council to take action against the growing illicit arms trade flourishing in Afghanistan. Pakistan has urged the United Nations Security Council to halt terrorists’ access to weapons in Afghanistan. The request comes amid rising concerns about the proliferation of arms to

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 5 March 2025 Simultaneously, the Union of Tourism Companies in Kabul has assured ongoing efforts to improve services for both domestic and foreign tourists. The Ministry of Information and Culture has announced that more than 500 tourism companies have been granted operational licenses across the country over the past year. Khubaib

Mohammad Bashir Soltan Tolo News 5 April 2025 The US National Security Council, told an American newspaper that Washington has made no commitment to transferring the Afghan embassy in Washington. Following the interim Afghan government’s request for the United States to reopen its embassy in Kabul and to hand over the Afghan embassy in Washington

TOLOnews TV Network 4 April 2025 Meanwhile, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan announced that children are the main victims of leftover landmine explosions in the country. On the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the United Nations has emphasized the importance of raising awareness, prevention, and mine clearance. Afghanistan

Ruchi Kumar and Zahra Ahad The Guardian Thu 3 Apr 2025 08.00 EDT Fears of surge in malnutrition, measles, malaria and polio as 206 World Health Organization facilities forced to close More than 200 health facilities run by the World Health Organization in Afghanistan, providing medical care for 1.84 million people, have closed or ceased operating after

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 3, 2025 The World Food Programme (WFP) provided lifesaving assistance to over 9 million Afghans last year, highlighting the urgent need for continued funding. The World Food Program (WFP) reported that it provided life-saving aid to over nine million people in Afghanistan in the past year. As part of

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 3, 2025 Canada has warned its citizens against traveling to Afghanistan due to ongoing violence, kidnappings, arbitrary arrests, and human rights violations. The Canadian government issued a warning on Tuesday, urging its citizens to avoid travel to Afghanistan due to escalating security concerns. The government highlighted the risks posed

Hayatullah Rahimi Tolo News 3 April 2025 According to the article, the Islamic Emirate also asked for the opening of an office in the United States to provide consular services to Afghans. CNN has reported in an article that officials from the Islamic Emirate, during a meeting with a US delegation in March—held to discuss

Sial Yousofi Correspondent Tolo News 3 April 2025 Toda Institute stated that Afghanistan is one of the ten countries most affected by climate change but lacks the necessary resources to counter it. A Japanese organization named Toda Peace Institute has analyzed and reported on Afghanistan’s inability to effectively combat climate change. Toda Institute stated that

Alexandra Villarreal in San Antonio The Guardian Wed 2 Apr 2025 Texas volunteers had prepared welcome for family fleeing Taliban now stranded in Pakistan in fear of being deported The 24-year-old Afghan woman wants to become a surgeon – and she had set her sights on training in the US. She wants to care for other

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 2, 2025 The daughter of a detained British couple in Afghanistan has called for their immediate release. The family of a British couple detained by the Taliban has called on the UK Foreign Office to condemn their arrest and demand their immediate release. The couple, Peter Reynolds (79) and

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 2, 2025 U.S. aid cuts have led to a significant rise in maternal and infant deaths in Afghanistan, worsening healthcare access. The National Public Radio (NPR) has reported a concerning rise in maternal and infant deaths in Afghanistan following the halt of U.S. International Development Agency (USAID) assistance. According

By Zia ur-Rehman Reporting from Karachi, Pakistan The New York Times April 1, 2025 Monday marks the deadline for Afghans sheltering in Pakistan to leave the country, with the prospect of a dangerous future in Taliban-led Afghanistan ahead. In a refugee settlement on the outskirts of Karachi, Pakistan, Afghan families gathered on Sunday to observe

By Khaama Press April 1, 2025 As the new academic year begins in Afghanistan, it also marks the third consecutive year that girls above the age of 12 have been denied access to formal education. In response to these ongoing restrictions, Begum Academy, a digital education initiative founded by Afghan entrepreneur Hamida Aman in November

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press April 1, 2025 The U.S. State Department is continuing to process Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) applications for Afghan applicants seeking relocation. The U.S. State Department confirmed on Monday that it is continuing to process Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) applications for Afghanistan’s nationals. The department stated that these applications are currently

TOLOnews TV Network 1 April 2025 This development comes despite a report by the Associated Press yesterday, which mentioned a ten-day suspension of the deportation process. Pakistani media have reported the start of the deportation process of Afghan refugees from Pakistan. This development comes despite a report by the Associated Press yesterday, which mentioned a

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Tolo News 1 April 2025 Faye Hall was the third American citizen released by the Islamic Emirate through mediation by Qatar. Following the release of Faye Hall, an American citizen previously detained in Afghanistan, the Trump administration reaffirmed its commitment to securing the return of all American citizens detained in other countries.

By Zia ur-Rehman Reporting from Karachi, Pakistan The New York Times March 31, 2025 Monday marks the deadline for Afghans sheltering in Pakistan to leave the country, with the prospect of a dangerous future in Taliban-led Afghanistan ahead. In a refugee settlement on the outskirts of Karachi, Pakistan, Afghan families gathered on Sunday to observe

Associated Press March 31, 2025 MOSCOW (AP) — Russia’s Supreme Court on Monday said it received a petition from the prosecutor general’s office to lift a ban on Afghanistan’s Taliban, who were outlawed two decades ago as a terrorist group. The court said in a statement it would hold a hearing on the petition, submitted by

By Abid Hussain Al Jazeera Published On 31 Mar 2025 Hundreds of thousands of Afghans who have lived in Pakistan for decades face deportation from April 1. They’re being asked to leave behind the only home they’ve known. Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan is the only home Mohammad Laal Khan has known. He was born here. He

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 31, 2025 The family of a U.S. citizen urges the Trump administration to secure his release from Taliban custody, demanding swift action. Following the release of another U.S. citizen from Taliban custody, the family of Mahmood Shah Habibi, an Afghan-American detained by the Taliban for over two and a

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 31, 2025 Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on Afghanistan, released a message on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, wishing the people of Afghanistan peace, dignity, and hope. In his message, stated on the social media platform X on Sunday, March 30, Richard Bennett expressed his best wishes for

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 31, 2025 Former President Hamid Karzai, in an Eid al-Fitr greeting, stressed the need to reopen educational centers for girls and remove work restrictions on women, viewing closed schools and universities as major obstacles to national progress. In a message posted on his official social media platform X, Karzai

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 31 March 2025 Zabihullah Mujahid told TOLOnews that although efforts have been made by the Islamic Emirate toward recognition. The spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, Zabihullah Mujahid, stated that the caretaker government will take practical steps this solar year to revive diplomatic relations with other countries and gain international recognition.

TOLOnesws 31 March 2025 The 1404 academic year began on the first day of the month of Hamal (March 20), but the fate of girls’ education beyond sixth grade remains uncertain. As the new academic year begins alongside Eid celebrations in Afghanistan, a number of female students have once again called on the Islamic Emirate

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 31 March 2025 Meanwhile, the Pakistani newspaper Dawn reported that the Rawalpindi police chief has issued orders to arrest and deport undocumented Afghan migrants. The Associated Press has reported, based on a document it obtained, that the process of arresting and deporting Afghan migrants from Pakistan has been postponed for

By Kelly Kasulis Cho The Washington Post March 30, 2025 The Taliban released an American citizen, Faye Hall, who was detained in Afghanistan, a former U.S. ambassador said Saturday. Hall “is now in the care of our friends, the Qataris in Kabul, and will soon be on her way home,” wrote Zalmay Khalilzad, who was a U.S.

Hannah Ellis-Petersen in Delhi The Guardian Sun 30 Mar 2025 More than 50 prominent female Afghan women’s rights activists sheltering in Pakistan are facing deportation home, where they fear they will be imprisoned or killed under Taliban rule. Under a draconian policy, the Pakistan government has pledged to deport millions of Afghan nationals, after relations between Pakistan

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS March 30, 2025 The Taliban leader said Sunday there was no need for Western laws in Afghanistan and that democracy was dead as long as sharia laws are in effect. Hibatullah Akhundzada made the comments in a sermon marking the Islamic holiday of Eid Al-Fitr, in the southern city of Kandahar’s Eidgah Mosque. The

By Rabia Mushtaq Al Jazeera 29 Mar 2025 Teenage musicians Yasemin, Zakia and Shukriya and Uzra, just 7, fled the repression of women in Afghanistan. Will a Trump order and Pakistan send them back? Islamabad, Pakistan – On a pleasant February afternoon in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, the sound of strumming guitars fills a small bedroom in

 By Aryn Baker Reporting from Doha, Qatar The New York Times March 30, 2025 Students at the American University of Afghanistan in Qatar fear having to return to their Taliban-ruled homeland after aid and visa cutoffs by the Trump administration. When she finds it hard to focus, Nilab jots down her worries on slips of

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 29, 2025 Canadian citizens born in Afghanistan and Iran are facing U.S. entry bans due to stricter border policies under Trump’s administration. According to the Canadian newspaper The Globe and Mail, some Canadian citizens born in Iran and Afghanistan have faced denial of entry to the United States after undergoing

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 29, 2025 Abdul Qahar Balkhi stated that the military equipment left by the US in Afghanistan will not be returned under any circumstances. The spokesperson of the Taliban Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abdul Qahar Balkhi, responded to recent comments by US President Donald Trump regarding military equipment left behind

TOLOnews TV Network 30 March 2025 This American citizen, named Faye Hall, is now under the supervision of the United States’ Qatari allies in Kabul, according to Zalmay Khalilzad. The former US special representative for Afghanistan reconciliation has announced that an American citizen imprisoned in Afghanistan Faye Hall has been released by the Islamic Emirate.

 Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 30 March 2025 The Ministry of Economy also emphasized the importance of continued humanitarian aid in supporting Afghanistan’s economic stability. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently reaffirmed America’s commitment to continue providing critical and urgent assistance to countries around the world. Rubio also criticized the current approach of the United

Bibi Amina Hakimi Tolo News 30 March 2025 A number of refugees who have lived in Pakistan for over four decades are once again appealing to the government to extend their stay. Only one day remains until the deadline set by Pakistan for the expulsion of Afghan refugees from the country. A number of refugees

Al Jazeera Published On 26 Mar 2025 The UN special rapporteur on Afghanistan urges ‘strong stand’ from FIFA for nation’s women to make return to international football. Afghanistan’s national women’s football team have received support from a United Nations special rapporteur as they urge athletes worldwide to stand in solidarity as they fight their exclusion

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 28, 2025 Over 170 Afghan citizens, including women and children, were transferred from Islamabad to Germany on a special flight for resettlement. A total of 174 Afghan citizens, particularly those at high risk, have been transferred to Germany in a flight that landed in Hanover Airport on March 28.

TOLOnesws 28 March 2025 Kugelman referred to several indicators of a shift in US policy compared to 2021. Michael Kugelman a director of the Wilson Center research institute in Washington wrote that former US President Donald Trump is taking a pragmatic approach toward the current authorities in Afghanistan. The director at the Wilson Center also

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 27, 2025 Karoline Leavitt, White House spokesperson, criticized the Biden administration for its failure to hold officials accountable for the “disastrous” U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, calling it “outrageous.” Leavitt responded to reporters’ questions about the disclosure of chat group information involving senior U.S. security officials, stating that the Trump

TOLOnews TV Network 27 March 2025 Schoolgirls once again urged the Islamic Emirate to pay attention to their education and allow them to continue their studies. UN Women in a post on X called the educational and academic deprivation of girls in Afghanistan an “injustice” and stated that if this deprivation continues, generations in the

TOLOnews TV Network 27 March 2025 Isabelle Lassée, deputy regional director for South Asia at Amnesty International, described Pakistan’s decision as contrary to the rights of migrants and refugees. Amnesty International has called for the immediate cancellation of Pakistan’s forced deportation plan of Afghan migrants.  Isabelle Lassée, deputy regional director for South Asia at Amnesty

 TOLOnews TV Network 27 March 2025 The UN agency also stated that it needs $555 million over the next six months to safeguard life-saving food assistance across its programs. The World Food Programme (WFP) has predicted that 3.5 million children in Afghanistan will suffer from malnutrition in 2025. The UN agency also stated that it

Al Jazeera  26 Mar 2025 The UN special rapporteur on Afghanistan urges ‘strong stand’ from FIFA for nation’s women to make return to international football. Afghanistan’s national women’s football team have received support from a United Nations special rapporteur as they urge athletes worldwide to stand in solidarity as they fight their exclusion from World

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 26, 2025 The U.S. National Intelligence Agency recently published its annual threat assessment, notably omitting Afghanistan from the list of national security threats. Last year’s report highlighted Afghanistan and the Taliban multiple times, but this year’s report made no mention of them, raising concerns about the current U.S. assessment

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 26 March 2025 Some political analysts believe the United Nations should also work on addressing citizens’ challenges and developing relations with other countries. Roza Otunbayeva, the head of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), in a meeting with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the acting minister of foreign affairs, stressed the

TOLOnews TV Network 26 March 2025 The Russian ambassador also highlighted Moscow’s support for Pakistan, Afghanistan, and other regional countries in countering militant threats. Albert Khorev, the Russian ambassador to Pakistan, in an interview with a Pakistani media outlet described the interim Afghan government’s efforts to combat terrorism as insufficient. The Russian ambassador also highlighted

TOLOnews TV Network 26 March 2025 Mujahid emphasized that the caretaker government has closed the chapter of war with the US and is in favor of good relations with the country. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesman for the Islamic Emirate, told Al Arabiya that negotiations are ongoing for handing over the Afghan embassy in Washington to the

By Christina Goldbaum and Adam Goldman The New York Times Published March 26, 2025 The move was a significant shift toward leaders of the Haqqani network, which was behind some of the deadliest attacks during the war in Afghanistan. The United States has lifted multimillion-dollar bounties on three senior Taliban officials, according to Afghan authorities and a

Yogita Limaye South Asia and Afghanistan Correspondent BBC News 25 March 2025 Sirajuddin Haqqani addresses an audience in Kabul, Afghanistan, 19 August 2023. The US has removed millions of dollars in bounties from senior members of the Haqqani militant network in Afghanistan, including one on its leader Sirajuddin Haqqani who is also the Taliban government’s

Mahjooba Nowrouzi BBC Afghan Service, Kabul 24 March 2025 Amina will never forget the moment her childhood changed. She was just 12 years old when she was told she could no longer go to school like boys. The new school year began on Saturday in Afghanistan but for the fourth consecutive year, girls over 12

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 25, 2025   The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warns that the unbearable psychological pressure resulting from denying girls education in Afghanistan has reached critical levels. Experts note that such deprivation undermines the well-being and future prospects of young Afghans, exacerbating long-term social and economic

TOLOnesws 25 March 2025 Stéphane Dujarric added that UNICEF has provided education access to more than 440,000 children in Afghanistan, 64 percent of whom are girls. Sima Bahous, Executive Director of UN Women, has condemned the continued ban on education for girls above grade six in Afghanistan, calling it a violation of their right to

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 25 March 2025 Aid reductions—especially from donor countries like the United States—have created serious challenges for many humanitarian agencies. The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) announced that, due to severe funding cuts, it has been forced to suspend part of its operations in Afghanistan and close several of its offices. The

TOLOnews TV Network 25 March 2025 Mohammad Sadiq has said that he agreed with Islamic Emirate officials to increase high-level dialogue to strengthen bilateral cooperation. Following the three-day visit of Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq to Kabul, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has emphasized the importance of sustained dialogue with Afghanistan’s

TOLOnews 24 March 2025 Deputy minister for health services, called on international organizations to assist Afghanistan’s health sector in the fight against TB. March 24 marks World Tuberculosis Day. The World Health Organization (WHO) in Afghanistan has reported a 3.3% increase in tuberculosis cases in 2024 compared to 2023. Edwin Ceniza Salvador, the World Health

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 24, 2025 In response to the ongoing ban on girls’ education in the country, the European Union has emphasized the importance of education for all segments of society, stating that it is the key to the resilience and long-term prosperity of the nation. As the new academic year begins, the

TOLOnews TV Network 24 March 2025 Meanwhile, the Islamic Emirate has welcomed Araghchi’s remarks regarding the establishment of security in Afghanistan. Seyed Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Foreign Minister, said in an interview with an Iranian news agency that governance and security are currently established in Afghanistan, and the situation has changed compared to the past. In

By Zia ur-Rehman Zia ur-Rehman traveled to Pakistan’s former tribal districts bordering Afghanistan for this story. The New York Times March 23, 2025 The country’s former tribal areas bordering Afghanistan are plagued by escalating militancy, leading to widespread disillusionment. The rugged borderlands of northwestern Pakistan have long had a reputation for lawlessness and militancy, labeled

Caroline Davies The Guardian Sun 23 Mar 2025 The daughter of a British couple in their 70s imprisoned by the Taliban has expressed serious concerns over their deteriorating health after delays to their expected court appearance. Peter and Barbie Reynolds, who run a training business in Afghanistan, were detained last month when they travelled to their home in

Al Jazeera Published On 22 Mar 2025 The removal of the bounty comes days after Afghan group releases US citizen. The United States has lifted a $10m reward for information leading to the arrest of a major Taliban leader, Sirajuddin Haqqani, an Afghan Ministry of Interior Affairs spokesperson says. Despite the announcement on Saturday, the

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 23, 2025 In 2024, UNICEF provided clean drinking water to 688,000 people across Afghanistan, improving access in schools, hospitals, and homes. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has announced that in 2024, it has provide access to clean drinking water for 688,000 people in Afghanistan. This initiative is part

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 23, 2025 Multiple reports from international organizations and environmental experts, marking World Water Day, have raised alarms about the planet’s water security. Researchers, citing the latest findings, warn that the future of the world’s water resources is in grave danger. The United Nations and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate

TOLOnews TV Network 23 March 2025 According to Mr. Takal, consular services in the country will begin on the 4th of Hamal (March 24). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate has announced the appointment and acceptance of a diplomat in Oslo, the capital of Norway. Zia Ahmad Takal, head of public relations

TOLOnews TV Network 22 March 2025 In a statement, the organization called on the Islamic Emirate to allow all girls to attend schools regardless of their age. Amnesty International has described the continued ban on girls’ education beyond sixth grade in Afghanistan as unjustifiable and a clear violation of the fundamental right to education. In

TOLOnews TV Network 23 March 2025 In an interview with Al Jazeera, he described this US move as a political achievement for the Islamic Emirate. Anas Haqqani, a senior member of the Islamic Emirate, welcomed the lifting of the bounty placed on Khalifa Sirajuddin Haqqani, the acting minister of interior. In an interview with Al

By MUNIR AHMED Associated Press March 21, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — The U.N. children’s agency on Saturday urged Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers to immediately lift a lingering ban on girls’ education to save the future of millions who have been deprived of their right to education since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. The appeal by UNICEF

By Khaama Press March 22, 2025 Sirajuddin Haqqani, the acting Interior Minister under the Taliban-led administration in Afghanistan, continues to draw international attention as signs of evolving U.S. policy emerge. Sources close to the Haqqani network have told Afghan outlet Tolo News that the reward designations on key figures of the group have been lifted

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 22, 2025 A group of protesting women has called on U.S. President Donald Trump to prosecute Zalmay Khalilzad, the former U.S. representative for Afghanistan peace affairs. In an open letter to Trump, the women accused Zalmay Khalilzad of betraying American values and turning the Taliban into a legitimate group.

Hayatullah Rahimi Tolo News 22 March 2025 The Ministry of Education of the Islamic Emirate announced the start of the new academic year in the colder regions of the country last Thursday. UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell has stated that the ban on education for girls above sixth grade in Afghanistan has deprived millions of

Sadaqat Ghorzang Tolo News 22 March 2025 Meanwhile, a number of passengers and traders are calling for better facilities at the crossing. The Torkham crossing, which was reopened to cargo trucks last Wednesday, was fully reopened to passengers as well this morning (Saturday). The deputy governor of Nangarhar told TOLOnews that Pakistan had closed the

TOLOnews TV Network 21 March 2025 However, during this year, thirteen historical monuments were restored in the provinces of Kabul, Herat, Kandahar, and Ghor. In the year 1403 (solar calendar), Afghanistan witnessed several initiatives around historical and cultural heritage protection. The Ministry of Information and Culture stated that during this year, it prevented the smuggling

TOLOnews TV Network 21 March 2025 Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has once again emphasized that there will be no change in this deadline and that Afghans must leave Pakistani territory. As the deadline set by the Pakistani government for the deportation of Afghan migrants approaches, concerns among these migrants in Pakistan have increased. Pakistan’s

Sadaqat Ghorzang Tolo News 21 March 2025 Due to the ongoing closure, hundreds of passengers and patients remain stranded on both sides of the crossing. Local officials in Nangarhar say that the Torkham crossing remains closed to passenger traffic today due to technical issues on the other side of the hypothetical Durand Line. Two days

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 21 March 2025 In a statement, the department said that several other American citizens are still in detention in Afghanistan. The US State Department has praised the release of George Glezmann by the Islamic Emirate, calling it a positive and constructive move. In a statement, the department said that several

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 20, 2025 In the past year, media freedom in Afghanistan has significantly worsened, with increased repression and challenges faced by journalists. The media landscape and journalists’ status in Afghanistan have undergone significant changes in the past three years. Despite media freedom being a major achievement of the past two

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 20, 2025 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Taliban states that the U.S. Special Envoy for Prisoner Affairs and former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan, Zalmay Khalilzad, visited Kabul and held talks with Amir Khan Muttaqi regarding the release of prisoners. Zia Ahmad Takal, Deputy Spokesperson for the Taliban

By Edward Wong Reporting from Washington The New York Times March 20, 2025 George Glezmann was detained while traveling in the country after the Taliban’s victory in the war. Secretary of State Marco Rubio thanked Qatar for helping to secure his release. The Taliban on Thursday released George Glezmann, an American held since 2022 in Afghanistan,

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Tolo News 20 March 2025 In 1403, officials of the Islamic Emirate also traveled to regional countries. Despite the caretaker government of Afghanistan not being officially recognized in 1403, the Islamic Emirate managed to expand its relations with various countries. Throughout the year, the Islamic Emirate sought to strengthen its international position

TOLOnews 20 March 2025 With the new US administration under Donald Trump, an 83% suspension and eventual halt of US aid, including to Afghanistan, has raised global concerns. Despite the implementation of economic projects in 1403, poverty and unemployment remained major challenges in Afghanistan. Additionally, international economic sanctions against Afghanistan and the halt in foreign

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 20 March 2025 Meanwhile, several US immigration applicants have expressed concerns about their future. Shawn VanDiver, the head of AfghanEvac, said that the recent remarks by the US State Department spokesperson regarding the relocation of Afghan allies of American forces are unclear. He emphasized that the State Department must clarify

By Rick Noack The Washington Post March 20, 2025 U.S. citizen George Glezmann has been released by the Taliban after 2½ years in captivity, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a statement Thursday. Glezmann, an airline mechanic, was detained by the Taliban in December 2022 while visiting Afghanistan for five days as a tourist. In his

TOLOnews TV Network 19 March 2025 He further said: “The fundamental and primary objective of our Islamic and national army is to maintain stability, security, and the Islamic system.” Fasihuddin Fitrat, the chief of staff of the Ministry of Defense, criticized what he called negative propaganda against the caretaker government during the graduation ceremony of

Matthew Weaver The Guardian Wed 19 Mar 2025 15.48 EDT Peter Reynolds, 79, and wife, Barbie, 75, expected to appear in Kabul on Thursday after detention last month A British couple in their 70s imprisoned by the Taliban are due in court in Kabul on Thursday but have not been informed of the charges, their family

Yogita Limaye South Asia and Afghanistan correspondent BBC News 19 March 2025 AFP The Taliban has imposed draconian restrictions on women, including banning them from universities More than 80 Afghan women studying in Oman on US-funded scholarships – terminated last month due to Trump administration’s sweeping cuts to foreign aid – have received a temporary

By MUNIR AHMEDAssociated Press March 19, 2025 ISLAMABAD (AP) — A leading rights group said on Wednesday that Pakistan’s authorities have intensified pressure on Afghan refugees to go back to neighboring Afghanistan, where they risk persecution by the Taliban and face dire economic conditions. “Pakistani officials should immediately stop coercing Afghans to return home and

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 19, 2025 Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that Afghanistan is sheltering terrorists and warned that Pakistan may take action within Afghan territory if needed. Khawaja Asif, the defense minister of Pakistan, stated in a television interview that the country is ready to conduct military operations within Afghan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 19, 2025 The Taliban’s Ministry of Education announced that the new academic year in Afghanistan will start on Thursday, March 20, in colder regions. However, there was no mention of reopening girls’ schools beyond grade six. This marks the fourth year in a row that girls will be excluded

TOLOnews TV Network 19 March 2025 Two days ago, WHO warned that by June this year, 80% of the health centers it supports in Afghanistan would be shut down due to a lack of funding. Following the announcement of the suspension of 80% of World Health Organization (WHO) centers in Afghanistan, the Ministry of Economy

TOLOnews TV Network 18 March 2025 The UN Security Council, after a month of deliberations, unanimously approved the resolution on UNAMA’s mission extension on Monday. The Islamic Emirate, following the one-year extension of UNAMA’s mission in the recent UN Security Council meeting, has called on the UN representation in Afghanistan to work towards facilitating the

Sadaqat Ghorzang Tolo News 19 March 2025 On the other hand, several passengers and drivers have expressed happiness over the reopening and called for more facilities at the crossing. The Torkham crossing has reopened for transit after being closed for nearly a month. Local officials said both sides also agreed to fully reopen the crossing

By TIFFANY STANLEY Associated Press March 18, 2025 LAUREL, Md. (AP) — Rahmani worked for a U.S.-backed organization in Kabul, which put him at risk of Taliban retribution. Now, the father of two is among thousands of newly arrived refugees who lost financial assistance when the Trump administration cut off funding for the federal refugee program in

By TIFFANY STANLEY Associated Press  March 18, 2025 LAUREL, Md. (AP) — The rent is due, but Rahmani has no money to pay it. The Afghan father of two worked for a U.S.-backed organization in Kabul, which put him at risk of Taliban retribution. Now he is among thousands of newly arrived refugees who lost

By REBECCA SANTANA Associated Press March 17, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — When Andrew Sullivan thinks of the people his organization has helped resettle in America, one particular story comes to mind: an Afghan man in a wheelchair who was shot through the neck by a member of the Taliban for helping the U.S. during its war in

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 18, 2025 At a UNSC meeting, Denmark’s UN representative emphasized that Afghan women must have full, equal, and meaningful participation in all aspects of life. Denmark’s representative to the United Nations, Christina Markus Lassen, emphasized the importance of full, equal, meaningful, and safe participation for Afghanistan’s women in all

Beheshta_Arab Tolo News 18 March 2025 He asserted that Afghanistan’s geography is fully under Islamic Emirate control and poses no danger to any country. Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate, responded to recent statements by Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding potential threats and challenges from Afghanistan. He asserted that Afghanistan’s geography is fully

By EDITH M. LEDERER Associated Press  March 17, 2025 UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council told Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers Monday that peace and prosperity are “unattainable” until they reverse their bans on women and girls getting an education, being employed and speaking in public. The U.N.’s most powerful body also condemned ongoing terrorist

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 17, 2025 The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported that from January to March 2025, meeting the basic needs in Afghanistan has faced serious challenges. According to OCHA, since the beginning of 2025, there has been difficulty in providing essential services such as

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press  March 17, 2025 The United Nations Security Council has announced the extension of the mission of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). This decision reflects the ongoing international commitment to supporting Afghanistan during challenging times. On Monday, March 17, the Security Council issued a message on X/Twitter, stating that

TOLOnews TV Network Meanwhile, several refugee rights activists emphasize that host countries must adhere to their international commitments. A number of Afghan refugees holding Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) in Pakistan have complained about increasing challenges in the country, stating that despite having these cards, their stay is legal and they should not be forcibly deported.

TOLOnews 17 March 2025 At the same time, analysts emphasized that Kabul and Islamabad must resolve disputes through dialogue. The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) has announced that Afghan and Pakistani traders, along with tribal elders, reached an agreement today (Monday) to reopen the Torkham crossing. According to officials from ACCI, Torkham will

Matthew Weaver The Guardian Sun 16 Mar 2025 13.04 EDT Peter Reynolds, who runs a business in Afghanistan, was held along with his wife last month and needs heart pills, says his daughter The life of a 79-year-old British man imprisoned along with his wife by the Taliban is in serious danger, his family have warned. Peter

By Roshan Noorzai and Noshaba Ashna Voice of America March 14, 2025 Books by Afghan and Pakistani authors are displayed in a store in Peshawar, Pakistan, March 14, 2025. The Taliban have banned 400 titles in Afghanistan. WASHINGTON — When Naveeda Khoshbo published her book of political analysis in 2019, she received widespread praise and recognition.

By Sarah Zaman Voice of America March 13, 2025 Locator map of Sibi, in Balochistan province, Pakistan The Afghan Taliban have rejected Pakistan’s allegation that Tuesday’s deadly hostage-taking of a train was planned and directed from Afghan soil. Afghanistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs called Pakistan’s assertions “baseless,” in a statement Thursday. “We categorically reject baseless

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 16, 2025 The TAPI gas pipeline in Afghanistan has completed 10 kilometers of construction. Hamayon Afghan, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum of the Taliban administration, announced that the practical work on the TAPI gas pipeline project in Afghanistan has made 10 kilometers of progress. On

Shabnam Amini Tolo News 15 March 2025 The protesting retirees stated that they are enduring severe economic hardships, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. Following previous gatherings of retirees, a number of them once again held a protest today (Saturday) in front of the Pension Treasury Directorate, demanding the payment of their overdue pensions.

Sabria Abdal Tolo News 17 March 2025 This move is part of Trump’s strict immigration policies during his second term in office. The administration of Donald Trump is considering imposing extensive travel restrictions on citizens of 41 countries, including Afghanistan, for entry into the United States. According to sources cited by Reuters, these restrictions are

TOLOnews 18 March 2025 In response to remarks made at a UN side event on Afghan women, Khyber stated that such claims are merely an attempt to “mislead public opinion.” Saif-ul-Islam Khyber, spokesperson for the Ministry of Vice and Virtue, has dismissed concerns from various countries about the situation of women in Afghanistan, calling them

 TOLOnews TV Network 16 March 2025 The Islamic Emirate has yet to respond to the matter. However, it previously deemed last year’s UNAMA mission in Afghanistan as ineffective. The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is set to vote tomorrow (17 March) on a draft resolution extending the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 13, 2025 The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has reported a significant rise in the price of opium, reaching $750 per kilogram in 2024, ten times more than in 2022. Despite a reduction in production, high prices continue to benefit major drug traffickers. According to the

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 13, 2025 The European Union (EU) delegation in Afghanistan has stated that access to healthcare services for Afghan women and girls is essential. The EU delegation in Afghanistan emphasized on Thursday, March 13, that ensuring access to healthcare services for Afghan women and girls is crucial, especially amid ongoing

By  MATÍAS DELACROIX and MEGAN JANETSKY Associated Press March 12, 2025 PANAMA CITY (AP) — They crossed oceans to get to the U.S., fleeing conflict, religious persecution, poverty and government crackdowns in countries such as Afghanistan, Somalia, Cameroon, China, Pakistan and Iran. After flying to Central and South America, they bused through countries where they didn’t speak

By Dan De Luce NBC News March 12, 2025 More than 80 Afghan women studying in Oman say they face deportation and persecution by the Taliban after the Trump administration canceled their scholarship. A group of more than 80 Afghan women who fled the Taliban regime to study in Oman say they are at risk

By Miriam Jordan The New York Times March 13, 2025 The nonprofit No One Left Behind has raised millions of dollars for flights and other assistance to prevent Afghans from being stranded abroad and face retribution from the Taliban. The fate of thousands of Afghans waiting to reach the United States after serving with American

TOLOnews TV Network 13 March 2025 In a report, the organization stated that it has also suspended life-saving programs for malnourished children due to funding cuts. Save the Children has announced the closure of 18 health centers in Afghanistan and added that 14 more will be shut down in the coming month due to a

Ambassador Dorothy Shea Chargé d ’Affaires ad interim New York, New York March 10, 2025   AS DELIVERED Thank you, Madam President, and thank you SRSG Roza Otunbayeva for your briefing. I would also like to thank Ms. Azadah Raz Mohammad for your remarks and I welcome the representative of Afghanistan. We recognize the work

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews Reporter 11 March 2025 While he did not provide further details, Baghaei emphasized in a press conference that discussions with the Islamic Emirate on this matter are ongoing. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baghaei, said that Tehran is ready to collaborate with the Islamic Emirate to ensure Afghanistan’s security. While he

By Alex Gendler Voice of America March 07, 2025 Critical minerals are seen as strategically crucial for modern economies, and Greenland and Afghanistan are believed to be rich in untapped reserves. Just as discoveries of fossil fuel reserves helped to shape the 20th century, the race for critical minerals is shaping the 21st. These minerals

Khaama Press 11 March 2025 The United Kingdom has expressed support for referring the Taliban to the International Court of Justice for accountability on their actions. James Kariuki, Deputy Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom to the United Nations Security Council, expressed the UK’s support for referring the Taliban to the International Court of Justice

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 11, 2025 Iran’s UN Ambassador, Iravani, has highlighted that over 22.9 million people in Afghanistan urgently require assistance due to the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Amir Saeed Iravani, the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations, stated that Afghanistan is facing one of

TOLOnews TV Network 11 March 2025 The caretaker government in Afghanistan has expressed its willingness to maintain positive and mutually beneficial relations with Germany. Bruno Kahl, president of the German Federal Intelligence Service (BND), in an interview with a German media outlet said that the agency is working on how to establish engagement with Afghanistan’s

TOLOnews TV Network 11 March 2025 The human rights situation, particularly women’s issues in Afghanistan, was another key topic of the meeting. Hamdullah Fitrat, the deputy spokesperson of the Islamic Emirate, responded to the UN Security Council meeting, stating that the caretaker government has consistently sought to engage with the international community. According to Fitrat,

Sial Yousofi Correspondent Tolo News 11 March 2025 The head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Roza Otunbayeva, presented a report on the situation in Afghanistan to the UN Security Council last night (March 10). Otunbayeva emphasized in the report that the current authorities of the interim government should clarify whether they

By Rick Noack The Washington Post 8 March 2025 ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — After 2½ years of anxious waiting, 36-year-old Shirzad and his family were booked on a Feb. 3 resettlement flight from Pakistan to the United States. Two weeks before they were due to depart, President Donald Trump signed an executive order suspending America’s refugee program.

Yogita Limaye South Asia and Afghanistan correspondent BBC News 8 March 2025 More than 80 Afghan women who fled the Taliban to pursue higher education in Oman now face imminent return back to Afghanistan, following the Trump administration’s sweeping cuts to foreign aid programmes. Funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID), their scholarships

UNESCO 10 March 2025 Since the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan in 2021, it has issued more than 70 decrees restricting the rights of women and girls. On International Women’s Day, UNESCO is giving voice to Afghan women and highlighting the impact of the loss of education opportunities. “We have no right to education, no

By David Zucchino Reporting from Kabul, Afghanistan The New York Times March 9, 2025 Abdul Qahar Ghorbandi, head of Afghanistan’s Taxpayers Services Directorate, has the hard job of raising money in an impoverished country hobbled by international sanctions. He is the Taxman of Kabul, a bearded, black-turbaned Talib with a genial manner and the calculating

TOLOnews TV Network 10 March 2025 His remarks come as the United States, previously the largest donor, has suspended its aid to several countries, including Afghanistan. Arafat Jamal, the representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Afghanistan, has called on the world not to forget Afghanistan. Speaking to TOLOnews, the UNHCR

TOLOnews TV Network 10 March 2025 Meanwhile, the closure of the Torkham crossing by Pakistan has now entered its eighteenth day. After Sunday’s (yesterday’s) unsuccessful negotiations to reopen the Torkham crossing, efforts to initiate new discussions are ongoing. Younus Mohmand, the first deputy of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, stated that recent meetings

By Sarah Zaman Voice of America March 07, 2025 ISLAMABAD — Pakistan ordered all documented Afghan migrants on Friday to leave the country by March 31 or risk deportation. The directive was issued a day after the Afghan Ministry of Refugee and Repatriation Affairs urged Pakistan to slow down the expulsion of Afghans. Pakistan launched the

 Sabria Abdal Tolo News 8 March 2025 The UN Women in Afghanistan said that investing in Afghan women is investing in Afghanistan’s future. Coinciding with March 8, International Women’s Day, international organizations have emphasized the need to support Afghan women and restore their rights. The UN Women in Afghanistan said that investing in Afghan women

Liluma Qadiry Tolo News 8 March 2025 Economic expert Abdul Zahoor Madber stressed that for Afghanistan to achieve a stable economy, it must properly manage its natural and human resources. The United Nations reported that despite economic and political challenges, Afghanistan’s economy experienced a 2.7% growth in 2024. This report, which examined economic and humanitarian

Associated Press Wed 5 Mar 2025 Officials accuse Mohammad Sharifullah of being a member of the Islamic State group’s Afghanistan affiliate A suspected participant in the suicide bombing at the Kabul airport that killed 13 American service members and roughly 170 Afghan civilians during the chaotic 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan arrived in the US on Wednesday to

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 6, 2025 Reuters, citing its sources, reported that a new directive from U.S. President Donald Trump may prevent Afghan and Pakistani nationals from entering the United States. The news agency stated on Thursday, March 6, that the restriction could come into effect as early as next week, barring Afghan

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 7, 2025 Pakistani media reported that despite a court order to stop harassing migrants, the police in Islamabad have arrested 190 Afghan nationals. On Friday, March 7, Dawn newspaper, citing a civil organization called “Joint Action Committee for Refugees,” reported that these individuals were transferred to the “Haji” camp in Islamabad.

TOLOnews TV Network 7 March 2025 Guterres added that despite the end of conflicts over the past three years, Afghanistan’s economy remains fragile. The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, in his quarterly report on Afghanistan, addressed political, security, regional cooperation, human rights, and economic issues. Guterres stated that from November 2024 to January 2025, security-related

TOLOnews TV Network 7 March 2025 UNESCO has announced that today it will hold a conference in Paris to draw global attention to the situation of Afghan women and girls. As March 8 (International Women’s Day) approaches, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the UN Women’s Division are organizing two separate

 Mohammad Bashir Soltani Tolo News 6 March 2025 The US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the president of the United States has pledged to hold those involved in this attack accountable. American media outlets have reported that Mohammad Sharifullah, the individual accused of being the orchestrator behind the attack on Kabul International Airport, has

Sadaqat Ghorzang Tolo News 6 March 2025 Local residents told TOLOnews that Pakistan’s missile attacks have caused massive damage to their homes and shops. Around 800 families in Torkham have been forced to leave their homes due to intermittent clashes and shelling attacks by Pakistani forces. Local residents told TOLOnews that Pakistan’s missile attacks have

Hadia Ziaei Tolo News 5 March 2025 According to WHO’s report, more than 206,000 people were infected with these diseases during this period, out of which 506 lost their lives. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a 54.1% increase in acute respiratory diseases in Afghanistan in January of this year compared to December of

IFeX {Toronto, Canada) Afghanistan Journalists Center (AFJC) 4 March 2025 The Afghanistan Journalists Center expresses deep concern about the increasing restrictions imposed on media operations across the country. This statement was originally published on afjc.media on 1 March 2025. Arezo TV’s office in Kabul has officially reopened today following an 86-day closure mandated by a raid conducted by

By RIAZ KHAN Associated Press March 4, 2025 PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Residents fled a border area between Afghanistan and Pakistan after forces from both sides clashed into the early hours of Tuesday, a Pakistani official said. It was the second consecutive day of tit-for-tat gunfire at Torkham, a key crossing between the two countries that has been closed

By Julian E. Barnes and Zia ur-Rehman Julian E. Barnes reported from Washington. Zia ur-Rehman reported from Karachi, Pakistan The New York Times March 5, 2025 U.S. officials provided intelligence to Pakistan that led to the detention of Mohmmad Sharifullah, a leader of an Islamic State affiliate. The attack in 2021 killed 13 American soldiers and dozens

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 5, 2025 Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Taliban, reacted to statements by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the arrest of the mastermind behind the 2021 Kabul airport attack. He claimed that the arrest in Pakistan highlighted the existence of ISIS safe havens

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press March 5, 2025 Pakistan is expected to cooperate with the U.S. in efforts to retrieve weapons from the Taliban, as discussed in a recent conversation between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz. The Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that a telephone conversation took

Bibi Amina Hakimi TOLOnews’ Reporter 04 MARCH 2025 Meanwhile, some migrant rights activists stress that the United States must fulfill its commitments to Afghan migrants. Some Afghan migrants with US immigration cases once again say they are facing an uncertain fate. They add that they are struggling with various financial challenges, as well as the

TOLOnews TV Network 5 March 2025 Speaking at the 58th session of the Human Rights Council, Turk stated that women in Afghanistan are currently being denied their most fundamental rights. Volker Turk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, has criticized the deprivation of women’s and girls’ rights to education and work in Afghanistan

TOLOnews TV Network 5 March 2025 The UN-Habitat has reaffirmed its commitment to the rights, participation, and empowerment of Afghan women and girls. The situation of women in Afghanistan will be one of the main topics of discussion at the United Nations meeting on March 10 in the Security Council. Denmark will preside over this

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Tolo News 5 March 2025 Trump stated that the US, with Pakistan’s cooperation, had apprehended this ISIS member, who is now on his way to the United States. US President Donald Trump, in his first speech to Congress, announced the arrest of the main planner behind the explosion at Kabul International Airport.

Beheshta Arab Tolo News 3 March 2025 The Security Council has also expressed concern over human rights violations in Afghanistan, particularly the rights of women and girls. The United Nations Security Council has reported that it is expected to renew the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). UNAMA’s current mandate expires on

Sadaqat Ghorzang Tolo News 3 March 2025 The clash occurred while hundreds of travelers and patients, along with thousands of freight trucks, remained stranded on both sides of the Torkham crossing. Local residents report that forces of the Islamic Emirate and Pakistani military personnel engaged in a clash at Torkham around 12:30 AM on Sunday.

By Sarah Zaman Voice of America February 27, 2025, 4:46 PM ISLAMABAD —  Sana Safi, a young a doctor in Afghanistan, takes pride in her work, for she is among a shrinking group of female health experts in a country where women are banned from pursuing education or working in most sectors. “I am making a

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 28, 2025 Over 2,000 Afghan asylum requests have been rejected in the UK, contributing to a growing hostile environment for refugees, warn rights activists. In the final quarter of 2024, over 2,000 Afghan asylum applications were rejected in the UK. Human rights activists have warned about the “hostile environment”

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 28, 2025 Shawn VanDiver, head of the organization helping Afghans resettle in the United States, announced on Friday, February 28 that the Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) program is still active and has not been stopped. However, government support for resettlement has been canceled for visa holders. VanDiver posted on

TOLOnews TV Network 28 Feb 2025 She described food security as Afghanistan’s most pressing challenge at present. Roza Otunbayeva, the head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), has warned of a severe food crisis in the country. She described food security as Afghanistan’s most pressing challenge at present. Referring to the health

TOLOnews TV Network 28 Feb 2025 At times, officials from the previous US administration also accused Afghanistan of violating certain parts of the agreement. The Doha Agreement between the Islamic Emirate and the United States marks its fifth anniversary today. Five years ago, on the 10th of Hoot (February 29, 2020), the two sides signed

By Riaz Khan | AP The Washington Post February 27, 2025 Officials say a nearly week-long closure of a key crossing on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border has disrupted bilateral trade and the movement of people PESHAWAR, Pakistan — A nearly weeklong closure of a key crossing on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border has disrupted bilateral trade and the movement of

By Sumanta Sen Reuters Published Feb. 26, 2025  The U.S. Agency for International Development, Washington’s primary humanitarian aid agency, has been a top target of a government reduction program spearheaded by billionaire and Trump ally Elon Musk since President Donald Trump took office on January 20. Hours after he was sworn in, Trump ordered a 90-day pause

By Fidel Rahmati  Khaama Press February 27, 2025 U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced on Wednesday that they are reviewing the failed withdrawal from Afghanistan. Trump urged Hegseth to fire all generals involved in the withdrawal process. In a cabinet meeting, Trump stated, “I wouldn’t tell the Secretary of Defense

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 27, 2025 Chinese Ambassador to Kabul, Zhao Xing, during a meeting with Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, the Taliban Minister for Refugees and Returnees, stated that Beijing would continue its economic cooperation with Afghanistan.   The Ministry of Refugees and Returnees of the Taliban announced on Wednesday, February 26, that China

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 27, 2025 Donald Trump, the President of the United States, stated during a cabinet meeting that the U.S. should have kept Bagram Airbase in Afghanistan. He emphasized that retaining the base was crucial for strategic purposes, not just for Afghanistan. Trump reiterated his earlier claims about the disastrous U.S.

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 27, 2025 UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett has warned that the situation for women in Afghanistan is deteriorating rapidly. The 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council began in Geneva on Thursday, February 27. Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights for Afghanistan, stated that

 Mohammad Bashir Soltani Tolo News 27 Feb 2025 Trump claimed that Afghanistan is one of the largest sellers of military equipment in the world. US President Donald Trump has instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to review the process of retrieving American military equipment left in Afghanistan. In his first cabinet meeting with the US Secretaries

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 26, 2025 The Torkham border crossing has been closed for five days, causing significant problems for travelers and traders on both sides of the border. This closure has disrupted normal movement and trade, creating a severe bottleneck for businesses and individuals relying on this route. According to local sources,

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 26, 2025 Photos/Newscom, Steve Allen. A former Afghan intelligence officer, who had worked with U.S. forces for 13 years, was arrested due to the new immigration policies under the Trump administration. Upon visiting the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office for his annual check-in, he was informed that

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Tolo News 26 Feb 2025 The foreign ministers of Russia and Iran said in Tehran on Tuesday that developments in Afghanistan are of particular interest to both countries. After discussions between the foreign ministers of Russia and Iran regarding Afghanistan, the Islamic Emirate has described its relations with these two countries as

Nadeem Badshah and Reuters The Guardian Tue 25 Feb 2025 A British couple were arrested in Afghanistan due to a “misunderstanding” that they had fake Afghan passports, the Taliban said on Tuesday. Peter and Barbie Reynolds, 79 and 75, were detained by the Taliban’s interior ministry on 1 February while returning to their home in the central province

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 25, 2025 German media reported that a group of 155 Afghan local staff members who worked for the German government were transferred from Islamabad to Berlin on Tuesday. According to Bild newspaper, another group of Afghan refugees is expected to be transferred from Islamabad to Germany next month. The group

ByFidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 25, 2025 John Sopko, the former Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR), stated at the Herat Security Conference in Madrid on Tuesday that the United States has spent over $21 billion on Afghanistan since the Taliban’s return to power. He highlighted that, despite a reduction in foreign aid, the

TOLOnews TV Network 25 Feb 2025 Political analysts also stress that to prevent border issues, Iran and Pakistan must create opportunities for the voluntary return of Afghan refugees. The UNHCR representative in Afghanistan has called on Iran and Pakistan not to undermine their decades-long history of hosting Afghan refugees by expelling them. Emphasizing proper treatment,

Mohammad Bashir Soltani Tolo News 25 Feb 2025 According to Abdul Mateen Qane, these individuals were arrested for “specific reasons,” and efforts are ongoing to resolve their cases. The Ministry of Interior has confirmed to TOLOnews that three foreign nationals and their Afghan interpreter have been arrested in the country. Abdul Mateen Qane, the spokesperson

By Ayaz Gul Voice of America February 20, 2025 Islamabad — Afghanistan’s radical Taliban leaders on Thursday rejected the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC) over their country, declaring as ‘unlawful’ the decision in 2003 by their predecessors to join the Hague-based court’s founding treaty. The decision follows the ICC chief prosecutor’s announcement last month, seeking

By Megan Specia Reporting from London The New York Times Feb. 24, 2025, 1:03 p.m. ET A Peter and Barbie Reynolds were arrested on Feb. 1, their children told U.K. news outlets. The couple had run an education company in Afghanistan for almost two decades. An undated photograph of Peter and Barbie Reynolds. The couple were

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 24, 2025   The Taliban have arrested an elderly British couple in Bamyan province, who were responsible for several educational projects aimed at children and mothers. The couple had been working in Afghanistan for many years. According to BBC News, the couple was detained on February 23 while returning

By Fidel Rahmati Khaama Press February 24, 2025 The 12th Herat Security Dialogue began today in Madrid, with scholars, diplomats, and human rights activists attending. UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett highlighted the ICC’s arrest warrant request, offering hope to Afghan women and girls. The UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights for Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, stated

TOLOnews, TV Network Tolo News 24 Feb 2025 During the signing ceremony, Japan’s ambassador to Afghanistan, Takayoshi Kuromiya, reaffirmed his country’s commitment to supporting the Afghan people. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has signed a $6 million cooperation agreement with Japan. The purpose of this agreement is to support the livelihoods and

TOLOnews TV Network 24 Feb 2025 This meeting comes as the UN Security Council is also planning a formal session soon to discuss Afghanistan’s situation and the mandate of UNAMA in the country. UN experts will hold a meeting on Thursday this week to discuss Afghanistan, focusing on issues of peace, security, and climate change