Afghanistan
UN’s official statement to recognize Taliban’s government draws nationwide condemnation in Afghanistan
April 23, 2023
UN’s official statement to recognize Taliban’s government draws nationwide condemnation in Afghanistan
The United Nations deputy secretary-general, Amina Mohammed, expressed the hope that an upcoming conference of the world body will discuss granting official recognition to the Taliban. Mohammed delivered her remarks at Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs, in…
Shia Rights Watch condemns Taliban’s violations of Afghan Shia rights
April 23, 2023
Shia Rights Watch condemns Taliban’s violations of Afghan Shia rights
Shia Rights Watch has condemned Taliban’s violation of the rights of the Afghan Shia and warned of an exclusionary government. The international organization condemned the provocative and arbitrary practices of the Taliban movement against Shia Muslims in Afghanistan, stressing that…
New research paper on relationship between conflict and organised crime in Afghanistan
April 22, 2023
New research paper on relationship between conflict and organised crime in Afghanistan
A new research paper has been presented on the relationship between conflict and organised crime specifically in Afghanistan. The paper gives an account of the already existing literature on Afghanistan’s crime and conflict, identifying some of the key insights that…
Mazar-i-Sharif-based office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi distributes financial aids to orphans
April 19, 2023
Mazar-i-Sharif-based office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi distributes financial aids to orphans
The Office of the Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Shirazi (may Allah prolong his life) in the city of Mazar-i-Sharif, north of Afghanistan, distributed financial aids to the orphan families of this city as part of its monthly charity plan.…
34 million Afghans live in poverty under Taliban rule
April 19, 2023
34 million Afghans live in poverty under Taliban rule
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) reported that the number of Afghans living in poverty has nearly doubled to 34 million after the fall of the US-backed government and the Taliban’s takeover. This means an approximate 85% of the population…
Afghanistan: Taliban suspends educational activities “until further notice”
April 18, 2023
Afghanistan: Taliban suspends educational activities “until further notice”
The Taliban-controlled government in Afghanistan has suspended all educational activities in Kandahar and Helmand provinces, where an expert committee has been formed to investigate all educational initiatives and operations. The Afghan education ministry requested the “suspension of all educational activities”…
Pakistan continues illegal arrest of Afghan refugees, refugee lawyer says
April 18, 2023
Pakistan continues illegal arrest of Afghan refugees, refugee lawyer says
Representatives of Afghan refugees in Pakistan complain that, despite having legal documents, they are still detained and tortured by Pakistani officials, and only released upon paying a bribe. Moniza Kakar, a Karachi-based human rights lawyer, confirmed in a conversation with…
Mesbah Al-Hussein Foundation carries out charitable activities across Afghanistan
April 18, 2023
Mesbah Al-Hussein Foundation carries out charitable activities across Afghanistan
The Mesbah Al-Hussein Foundation, for Relief and Development, affiliated to Grand Ayatollah Shirazi, has emphasized that its Ramadan humanitarian and charitable activities are being out across Muslim countries. In a statement received by Shia Waves Agency, the Organization said that,…
Afghan Shia women committed to teachings of AhlulBayt despite challenging circumstances
April 17, 2023
Afghan Shia women committed to teachings of AhlulBayt despite challenging circumstances
Despite the tragic circumstances Afghanistan is experiencing, Afghan women and girls have demonstrated their commitment and adherence to the teachings of AhlulBayet and the principles and morals of Sayyeda Fatima Al-Zahra, peace be upon them. In this regard, the official…
Afghanistan: Mesbah Al-Hussein School continues to serve Afghan students
April 10, 2023
Afghanistan: Mesbah Al-Hussein School continues to serve Afghan students
Misbah al-Hussein School continues its activity with more than 350 orphans in Herat province of Afghanistan. The school was established and continues to operate with funding from Misbah al-Hussein Foundation (peace be upon him) and under the supervision of the…