Afghanistan

Rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan as border clashes escalate

Qatar reaffirms commitment to Afghanistan's stability during talks with Taliban officials

Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister of Afghanistan, met with Qatar's Prime Minister to discuss Afghanistan’s challenges. The Qatari leader reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to supporting the country's stability and humanitarian needs.

Suicide bombing in Kabul

Explosion near Kabul's Urban Development Ministry: Suicide bomber neutralized, one killed, three injured. ISKP suspected amid rising security threats in Afghanistan.

ICRC’s impact in Afghanistan: over a million lives reached in 2024

Five Killed in Suicide Bomb Blast in Northeastern Afghanistan

At least five people were killed when a suicide bomber with explosives strapped to his body detonated outside a bank in northeastern Afghanistan on Tuesday, police said.

Kabul demands Uzbekistan to send back US helicopters

The Taliban’s Ministry of Defense has condemned the Uzbek authorities for handing over to the United States a dozen military helicopters that were previously used in Afghanistan before the Taliban insurgents seized power in Kabul. Meanwhile, Trump administration demands the military equipment back.

Taliban raids and suspends Afghanistan’s only nationwide women’s radio station

This photo of the Kabul-based Radio Begum dates back to November 28th, 2021, and shows teachers and students attending a class on-air..

Pakistan, China reaffirm commitment to Afghanistan’s integration and security

Pakistan and China call for an inclusive Afghan government, counter-terrorism cooperation, and regional stability, as Islamabad explores direct talks with Kabul on key bilateral issues.

Central Asia and EU discuss security and stability in Afghanistan

Afghanistan's trade with Central Asia reaches $1.7 Billion in 2024

Afghanistan faces currency volatility as commodity prices surge

Iran warns of continued Afghan drug smuggling despite Taliban’s ban

Afghanistan’s growing role in regional energy and trade

Haqqani meets UAE president amid strengthening ties

Siraj Haqqani met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, discussing Afghanistan’s developments and strengthening bilateral ties.

Taliban official calls for reopening of girls’ schools

A senior Taliban official has encouraged the leadership to reconsider restrictions on girls' education, highlighting differing perspectives within the administration. He emphasized that access to education aligns with Islamic principles and called for schools to reopen.

Merkel testifies on Afghanistan withdrawal

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel testified before a parliamentary committee investigating Germany’s role in the chaotic 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal.

UN moves to unlock stuck climate financing for Afghanistan, agencies say

The U.N. is working to secure $19M in climate financing for Afghanistan, aiming to address droughts and floods without engaging Taliban authorities, as the country remains blocked from climate funds since the 2021 takeover.