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He Was Once a Covert Taliban Operative. Now He's the Friendly Taxman.

The Taliban's tax collector, Abdul Qahar Ghorbandi, faces the challenge of raising revenue in a struggling Afghan economy post-takeover.

UN special rapporteur calls on UK to open up to more persecuted' Afghan refugees

The UK must show greater compassion by accepting more Afghan refugees fleeing Taliban oppression.

Soccer (FIFA)

Trott defends Afghanistan's men with cloud hanging over England game

Afghanistan's cricket team represents a fight for identity and human rights, overshadowed by the Taliban's oppression.

Taliban insist Afghan women's rights are protected as UN says their bans cannot be ignored

The Taliban's claim of protecting Afghan women's rights is contradicted by actual bans on education and employment imposed since their control began.

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Begum TV, a school for Afghan women banned from accessing education

Begum TV provides Afghan women access to education and information despite the repressive Taliban regime.

Have Afghan women been forgotten? | Start Here

The Taliban's restrictions severely limit women's freedoms, education, and rights in Afghanistan, leading to loss of agency and societal contributions.

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He Was Once a Covert Taliban Operative. Now He's the Friendly Taxman.

The Taliban's tax collector, Abdul Qahar Ghorbandi, faces the challenge of raising revenue in a struggling Afghan economy post-takeover.

UN special rapporteur calls on UK to open up to more persecuted' Afghan refugees

The UK must show greater compassion by accepting more Afghan refugees fleeing Taliban oppression.

Soccer (FIFA)

Trott defends Afghanistan's men with cloud hanging over England game

Afghanistan's cricket team represents a fight for identity and human rights, overshadowed by the Taliban's oppression.

Taliban insist Afghan women's rights are protected as UN says their bans cannot be ignored

The Taliban's claim of protecting Afghan women's rights is contradicted by actual bans on education and employment imposed since their control began.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Begum TV, a school for Afghan women banned from accessing education

Begum TV provides Afghan women access to education and information despite the repressive Taliban regime.

US news

They Will Label Us as Spies': The Afghan Students Abandoned by America

fromHarvard Gazette

Women in technology

'Like we're reaching a new period of human history' - Harvard Gazette

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philosophy

The story of a girl sold into marriage with a Taliban leader | Aeon Essays

US news

They Will Label Us as Spies': The Afghan Students Abandoned by America

fromHarvard Gazette

Women in technology

'Like we're reaching a new period of human history' - Harvard Gazette

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6 days ago

philosophy

The story of a girl sold into marriage with a Taliban leader | Aeon Essays

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#asylum

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UK news

Afghan human rights defender granted asylum after Home Office U-turn

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US news

Afghan national who entered the U.S. legally detained during an immigration hearing in San Diego

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UK news

Afghan human rights defender granted asylum after Home Office U-turn

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US news

Afghan national who entered the U.S. legally detained during an immigration hearing in San Diego

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#iran

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Anahita Sadighi presents: Woman's Land by Forough Alaei and Kiana Hayeri - KALTBLUT Magazine

The 'Woman's Land' exhibition highlights the resistance and resilience of women in Iran and Afghanistan through powerful visual narratives.

UK news

UN Alarmed By Surge In Deportations Of Afghan Families From Iran

UK news

British man says he fears for family trapped in Iran by Home Office appeal

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Anahita Sadighi presents: Woman's Land by Forough Alaei and Kiana Hayeri - KALTBLUT Magazine

The 'Woman's Land' exhibition highlights the resistance and resilience of women in Iran and Afghanistan through powerful visual narratives.

UK news

UN Alarmed By Surge In Deportations Of Afghan Families From Iran

UK news

British man says he fears for family trapped in Iran by Home Office appeal

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Afghanistan Women's Road Championships to be held for first time since 2022 as France host

The UCI has announced that the Afghanistan Women's Road Championships will be held for the first time since 2022, marking a significant return for Afghan athletes.

Soccer (FIFA)

#refugees

Afghans promised a future in the U.S. now fear deportation from Pakistan

Thousands of Afghans face deportation from Pakistan after Trump's refugee program suspension, risking return to Taliban rule.

NYC parents

This is our home': D-day for Afghans facing Pakistan deportation

US news

Trump's travel ban includes Afghanistan, where thousands await U.S. resettlement

US politics

Many Afghans living in the U.S. fear being tortured or killed if they get deported

Canada news

Despite crackdown, Afghan refugees remain rooted in Pakistan's northwest

UK news

Video. Tens of thousands of Afghans return from Pakistan after deadline

Afghans promised a future in the U.S. now fear deportation from Pakistan

Thousands of Afghans face deportation from Pakistan after Trump's refugee program suspension, risking return to Taliban rule.

NYC parents

This is our home': D-day for Afghans facing Pakistan deportation

US news

Trump's travel ban includes Afghanistan, where thousands await U.S. resettlement

US politics

Many Afghans living in the U.S. fear being tortured or killed if they get deported

Canada news

Despite crackdown, Afghan refugees remain rooted in Pakistan's northwest

UK news

Video. Tens of thousands of Afghans return from Pakistan after deadline

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#diplomacy

World politics

As Afghanistan and Pakistan mend ties, China could be the real winner

Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to restore diplomatic ties with Chinese mediation amid rising tensions with India.

World politics

Pakistan, Afghanistan move towards restoring ties' in talks with China

World politics

As Afghanistan and Pakistan mend ties, China could be the real winner

Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to restore diplomatic ties with Chinese mediation amid rising tensions with India.

World politics

Pakistan, Afghanistan move towards restoring ties' in talks with China

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#war-crimes

Former UK special forces personnel accuse colleagues of war crimes

Former UK special forces personnel accuse colleagues of war crimes, including execution of children, revealing a troubling culture within elite military units.

UK veterans allege war crimes by British forces in Afghanistan, Iraq

Allegations of war crimes by UK special forces in Afghanistan and Iraq are raised by former soldiers, including execution of unarmed individuals.

UK officer who oversaw Afghan asylum claims rejections linked to war crimes inquiry'

The Independent highlights the plight of Afghan commandos denied asylum due to links with alleged war crimes.

Former UK special forces personnel accuse colleagues of war crimes

Former UK special forces personnel accuse colleagues of war crimes, including execution of children, revealing a troubling culture within elite military units.

UK veterans allege war crimes by British forces in Afghanistan, Iraq

Allegations of war crimes by UK special forces in Afghanistan and Iraq are raised by former soldiers, including execution of unarmed individuals.

UK officer who oversaw Afghan asylum claims rejections linked to war crimes inquiry'

The Independent highlights the plight of Afghan commandos denied asylum due to links with alleged war crimes.

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#human-rights

UK news

MoD's decision-making on Afghan cases a disaster area', court hears

UK news

A day in the life of an asylum hotel: inside the UK's most controversial accommodation

UK news

MoD's decision-making on Afghan cases a disaster area', court hears

UK news

A day in the life of an asylum hotel: inside the UK's most controversial accommodation

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Central Asian nations push for regional development at Termez Dialogue

The main goal of this dialogue is to create a permanent, functional platform within which the representatives of Central and South Asian countries can discuss a wide range of cooperation issues, from interconnectivity, trade and economic cooperation to humanitarian exchange.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Afghan Charged in 2021 Kabul Attack That Killed 13 U.S. Service Members

Mohammad Sharifullah was arrested for his role in the deadly 2021 Abbey Gate attack during the Afghanistan evacuation.

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US news

Why The Number Of U.S. Visas Being Granted To Afghan And Iraqi Allies Are Down

Afghan Charged in 2021 Kabul Attack That Killed 13 U.S. Service Members

Mohammad Sharifullah was arrested for his role in the deadly 2021 Abbey Gate attack during the Afghanistan evacuation.

6 years ago

US news

Why The Number Of U.S. Visas Being Granted To Afghan And Iraqi Allies Are Down

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#pakistan

Pakistani and Afghan forces clash at vital border crossing

Tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalate at Torkham crossing, resulting in casualties and exacerbating humanitarian crises.

Black Lives Matter

Pakistan links train hijacking to Afghan handlers' and Indian mastermind

Pakistan accuses India and Afghanistan of involvement in the Jaffar Express train hijacking incident.

It means death': Afghan women's rights activists face deportation from Pakistan

Female Afghan activists in Pakistan face deportation to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, risking their lives and livelihoods.

World politics

After a year of hostility, Pakistan and Afghanistan seek diplomatic reboot

Pittsburgh Steelers

Pakistani military says it killed 54 militants crossing border

UK news

Why is Pakistan deporting Afghans?

Pakistani and Afghan forces clash at vital border crossing

Tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalate at Torkham crossing, resulting in casualties and exacerbating humanitarian crises.

Black Lives Matter

Pakistan links train hijacking to Afghan handlers' and Indian mastermind

Pakistan accuses India and Afghanistan of involvement in the Jaffar Express train hijacking incident.

It means death': Afghan women's rights activists face deportation from Pakistan

Female Afghan activists in Pakistan face deportation to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, risking their lives and livelihoods.

World politics

After a year of hostility, Pakistan and Afghanistan seek diplomatic reboot

Pittsburgh Steelers

Pakistani military says it killed 54 militants crossing border

UK news

Why is Pakistan deporting Afghans?

I took a vacation with the Taliban - and fell in love with a terrorist

Toyosi Osideinde's trip to Afghanistan illustrated a complex view of local life under Taliban rule, highlighting surprising aspects of women's roles in society.

fromwww.dw.com

Germany: Jet carrying at-risk Afghans stirs debate DW 04/17/2025

The CDU accused the outgoing coalition of rushing through admission flights ahead of a government change, potentially fueling far-right support.

Germany politics

Non-profit organizations

Millions of Afghans lose access to healthcare services as USAID cuts shut clinics

The closure of over 200 health facilities in Afghanistan has greatly exacerbated a growing humanitarian crisis.

A midwife says of the aid cuts in Afghanistan: 'No one prioritizes women's lives.'

Declining health support in Afghanistan leads to perilous maternal and infant health crises, resulting in increased deaths during childbirth.

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Playing at Soccer Aid gives women a voice - Nadim

Nadia Nadim advocates for Afghan women without access to sports, using her platform at Soccer Aid.

Noosphere aims to create a subscription bundle for your favorite journalists' content

Independent journalists can now reach audiences directly via platforms, overcoming traditional gatekeeping by major news outlets.

UK news

Fears for health of British couple held by Taliban as trial delayed'

NYC startup

fromNieman Lab

Noosphere aims to create a subscription bundle for your favorite journalists' content

Independent journalists can now reach audiences directly via platforms, overcoming traditional gatekeeping by major news outlets.

UK news

Fears for health of British couple held by Taliban as trial delayed'

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Pakistan's war on terror' approach is dangerous

This is the latest example of how the Pakistani authorities increasingly deflect responsibility and frame Pakistan's relationship with Afghanistan in the language of war on terror.

US politics

#trump-administration

Trump Administration Prepares to Revive and Expand Travel Bans

The Trump administration is planning a broader travel ban that could include new countries, notably adding Afghanistan to the restricted list.

fromThe Atlantic

US politics

'What About Six Years of Friendship and Fighting Together?'

Trump Administration Prepares to Revive and Expand Travel Bans

The Trump administration is planning a broader travel ban that could include new countries, notably adding Afghanistan to the restricted list.

fromThe Atlantic

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US politics

'What About Six Years of Friendship and Fighting Together?'

Right-wing politics

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The Afghan Refugee Program Is an Unfixable Mess-and May Bring the Next Terrorist Attack

The Biden administration's handling of Afghan evacuations has faced heavy criticism, particularly regarding the CARE program's security risks.

Film

Kamay review searing story of Afghan Hazara family's painful quest for justice

The film 'Kamay' examines the tragedy and trauma faced by the Hazara family in Afghanistan, highlighting systemic oppression and personal grief.

Little Universe: The Afghan Astronomer inspiring the next generation

Amena Karimyan inspires Afghan girls to pursue their dreams despite challenges, aiming to become an astronaut and share her love for astronomy.

#cricket

English Premier League

England crash out of Champions Trophy after nail-biting defeat to Afghanistan

Afghanistan's win over England highlights their rising prowess in cricket, marking a significant upset in the Champions Trophy.

Arsenal

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Australia reach last four; Afghanistan on brink

Arsenal

Afghanistan vs Australia ICC Champions Trophy: Match time, points, teams

Soccer (FIFA)

Afghanistan v Australia: Champions Trophy cricket live

Arsenal

Afghanistan v England: Champions Trophy cricket live

English Premier League

England crash out of Champions Trophy after nail-biting defeat to Afghanistan

Afghanistan's win over England highlights their rising prowess in cricket, marking a significant upset in the Champions Trophy.

Arsenal

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Australia reach last four; Afghanistan on brink

Australia advances to the Champions Trophy semifinals after match with Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain.

Arsenal

Afghanistan vs Australia ICC Champions Trophy: Match time, points, teams

Afghanistan faces Australia in a crucial ICC Champions Trophy match amid political tensions between their cricket boards.

Soccer (FIFA)

Afghanistan v Australia: Champions Trophy cricket live