Afghanistan
Taliban burns copies of Mafatih al-Jinan, burial shrouds of Afghan pilgrims returning from Holy Karbala
September 10, 2024
Taliban burns copies of Mafatih al-Jinan, burial shrouds of Afghan pilgrims returning from Holy Karbala
In an act that has sparked widespread outrage and deeply hurt the sentiments of many Muslims, the Taliban burned Mafatih al-Jinan books (books of prayers), and burial shrouds belonging to Afghan pilgrims returning from Holy Karbala at the Islam Qala…
HRW Calls for Independent Body to Address Human Rights Abuses in Afghanistan
September 10, 2024
HRW Calls for Independent Body to Address Human Rights Abuses in Afghanistan
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has urgently urged the establishment of an independent body to hold accountable those responsible for ongoing human rights violations in Afghanistan, particularly since the Taliban’s takeover in August 2021. According to an article published by Amu…
Clashes Between Taliban and Pakistani Forces Leave Two Dead, 11 Injured
September 9, 2024
Clashes Between Taliban and Pakistani Forces Leave Two Dead, 11 Injured
In ongoing clashes between the Taliban forces and the Pakistani military in Khost province’s Zazai Maidan district, two individuals, including a woman, have been killed, and eleven others injured, Tolo News reported. Local residents reported that the skirmishes began last…
Over 96,000 Afghans Leave for Iran and Pakistan in Just One Week
September 9, 2024
Over 96,000 Afghans Leave for Iran and Pakistan in Just One Week
More than 96,000 people left Afghanistan between August 25 and August 31, according to a report from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Amu TV reported yesterday. The report reveals that 67,944 individuals crossed into Iran, while 28,578 traveled to…
UK-based IHC, in collaboration with Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation, distributes food baskets to 300 disadvantaged families in Kabul
September 7, 2024
UK-based IHC, in collaboration with Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation, distributes food baskets to 300 disadvantaged families in Kabul
In an initiative reflecting the spirit of charity and solidarity, the UK-based Imam Hussein Charity (IHC), in collaboration with Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development and in coordination with the Kabul-based Shirazi office, distributed monthly food baskets to 300…
UN Security Council expresses deep concern over Taliban’s “Morality Law” amid worsening human rights situation in Afghanistan
September 7, 2024
UN Security Council expresses deep concern over Taliban’s “Morality Law” amid worsening human rights situation in Afghanistan
In a joint statement released on September 6, members of the United Nations Security Council, including Ecuador, France, Guyana, Malta, Mozambique, the Republic of Korea, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Japan, have expressed profound…
Japan pledges $10M aid package to Afghanistan to combat drug trafficking, construct schools
September 7, 2024
Japan pledges $10M aid package to Afghanistan to combat drug trafficking, construct schools
The newly appointed Japanese Ambassador to Kabul, Takayushi Kormaya, announced that Japan has pledged a $10 million aid package to Afghanistan to combat drug trafficking and plans to construct 165 primary schools across nine provinces in the country, Afghanistan’s Presidential…
Lack of Access to Information Hinders Afghan Journalists
September 6, 2024
Lack of Access to Information Hinders Afghan Journalists
Journalists in Afghanistan are facing significant challenges due to delayed access to information, which hampers their ability to report effectively, Khaama Press revealed in an article published today. According to the source, the journalists are calling on the Taliban’s Ministry…
US: 80% of Afghan Girls Deprived of Education Amid Ongoing Crisis
September 6, 2024
US: 80% of Afghan Girls Deprived of Education Amid Ongoing Crisis
The U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan has revealed that approximately 2.5 million Afghan girls are currently denied access to education, with 80% unable to attend school due to the Taliban’s ongoing ban, Khaama Press reported yesterday. This situation has persisted for…
Amid worsening economic conditions, over 72,000 Afghans flee to Iran, Pakistan in one week
September 4, 2024
Amid worsening economic conditions, over 72,000 Afghans flee to Iran, Pakistan in one week
Afghanistan’s migration crisis continues to escalate, with over 72,000 citizens fleeing to Iran and Pakistan in a single week, according to a report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on Sep. 3. Between August 18-24, 2024, a total of…