Have Afghan women been forgotten? | Start HereThe Taliban's restrictions severely limit women's freedoms, education, and rights in Afghanistan, leading to loss of agency and societal contributions.
British Couple Arrested by Taliban in Afghanistan, Family SaysA British couple dedicated to education in Afghanistan was detained by the Taliban, raising concerns for their safety and well-being.
Off air: One by one, the Taliban are removing women's voices from Afghan radioAfghan journalist Alia documented women's struggles during the Taliban's resurgence, highlighting the ongoing threat to media and personal freedoms in Afghanistan.
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 refugeesThe UK must show greater compassion by accepting more Afghan refugees fleeing Taliban oppression.
Trott defends Afghanistan's men with cloud hanging over England gameAfghanistan's cricket team represents a fight for identity and human rights, overshadowed by the Taliban's oppression.
Have Afghan women been forgotten? | Start HereThe Taliban's restrictions severely limit women's freedoms, education, and rights in Afghanistan, leading to loss of agency and societal contributions.
British Couple Arrested by Taliban in Afghanistan, Family SaysA British couple dedicated to education in Afghanistan was detained by the Taliban, raising concerns for their safety and well-being.
Off air: One by one, the Taliban are removing women's voices from Afghan radioAfghan journalist Alia documented women's struggles during the Taliban's resurgence, highlighting the ongoing threat to media and personal freedoms in Afghanistan.
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 refugeesThe UK must show greater compassion by accepting more Afghan refugees fleeing Taliban oppression.
Trott defends Afghanistan's men with cloud hanging over England gameAfghanistan's cricket team represents a fight for identity and human rights, overshadowed by the Taliban's oppression.
Two suicide attacks on Pakistan military base leaves at least 12 deadThe Taliban-affiliated group Jaish Al-Fursan carried out deadly twin suicide bombings at a military base in Bannu, Pakistan.
Pakistan: 6 killed in attack on pro-Taliban seminary DW 02/28/2025Maulana Hamidul Haq Haqqani was likely the target of a suicide bombing at a pro-Taliban seminary in Pakistan, killing six.
Pakistan intensifies pressure on Afghan refugees, NGO warnsHuman Rights Watch urges Pakistan to halt the coercion of Afghan refugees amid risks from Taliban persecution.
Afghans in Pakistan awaiting U.S. resettlement are stuck in a treacherous limboAfghans in Pakistan face imminent deportation amid stalled U.S. refugee resettlement programs and heightened local tensions.
Afghan Taliban strike targets inside Pakistan DW 12/28/2024Taliban retaliates against Pakistan for recent airstrikes, escalating border tensions between the countries.
Pakistan Is Trying to Integrate the Most Dangerous Place' on Earth. It's Failing.Pakistan's 2018 merger of tribal areas into mainstream governance is deemed a failure amid worsening violence and rising terrorism post-Taliban resurgence.
Two suicide attacks on Pakistan military base leaves at least 12 deadThe Taliban-affiliated group Jaish Al-Fursan carried out deadly twin suicide bombings at a military base in Bannu, Pakistan.
Pakistan: 6 killed in attack on pro-Taliban seminary DW 02/28/2025Maulana Hamidul Haq Haqqani was likely the target of a suicide bombing at a pro-Taliban seminary in Pakistan, killing six.
Pakistan intensifies pressure on Afghan refugees, NGO warnsHuman Rights Watch urges Pakistan to halt the coercion of Afghan refugees amid risks from Taliban persecution.
Afghans in Pakistan awaiting U.S. resettlement are stuck in a treacherous limboAfghans in Pakistan face imminent deportation amid stalled U.S. refugee resettlement programs and heightened local tensions.
Afghan Taliban strike targets inside Pakistan DW 12/28/2024Taliban retaliates against Pakistan for recent airstrikes, escalating border tensions between the countries.
Pakistan Is Trying to Integrate the Most Dangerous Place' on Earth. It's Failing.Pakistan's 2018 merger of tribal areas into mainstream governance is deemed a failure amid worsening violence and rising terrorism post-Taliban resurgence.
Taliban Frees an American, George Glezmann, Held in Afghanistan Since 2022George Glezmann, an American wrongfully detained in Afghanistan since 2022, was released with the assistance of Qatari officials.
Hackers target Taliban databasesUnidentified hackers leaked hundreds of classified Taliban documents, raising concerns about governance and security protocols within the Taliban administration.
Afghanistan's Taliban makes debut diplomatic trip to JapanThe Taliban seeks international recognition and cooperation during their diplomatic visit to Japan.The delegation aims to strengthen ties and seek humanitarian support from Japan.
Hackers target Taliban databasesUnidentified hackers leaked hundreds of classified Taliban documents, raising concerns about governance and security protocols within the Taliban administration.
Afghanistan's Taliban makes debut diplomatic trip to JapanThe Taliban seeks international recognition and cooperation during their diplomatic visit to Japan.The delegation aims to strengthen ties and seek humanitarian support from Japan.
We are making history': Afghanistan women's cricket team offer hope for futureThe Afghan women's cricket team is playing its first match in exile, symbolizing resilience and hope despite past hardships.
We cannot cheer on Afghanistan's cricket team when Afghan women are being silenced | Zahra JoyaAfghan women face unprecedented oppression under Taliban rule, with basic rights stripped away and silenced voices.International media largely ignores the plight of Afghan women amid ongoing human rights violations.
We are making history': Afghanistan women's cricket team offer hope for futureThe Afghan women's cricket team is playing its first match in exile, symbolizing resilience and hope despite past hardships.
We cannot cheer on Afghanistan's cricket team when Afghan women are being silenced | Zahra JoyaAfghan women face unprecedented oppression under Taliban rule, with basic rights stripped away and silenced voices.International media largely ignores the plight of Afghan women amid ongoing human rights violations.
ICC seeking arrests over LGBTQ+ and gender persecution in AfghanistanThe ICC is pursuing arrest warrants against Taliban leaders for gender-based persecution of LGBTQ+ individuals and women in Afghanistan.
The Taliban made me marry my boss: how one word led to a forced marriageUnder Taliban rule, women face extreme restrictions, including forced marriages, limiting their autonomy and freedom.
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest of Afghanistan's Taliban leaders DW 01/23/2025Arrest warrants requested for Taliban leaders over crimes against humanity related to gender persecution against women and girls in Afghanistan.
Heather Knight lends voice to plight of Afghanistan women's teamHeather Knight emphasizes the importance of supporting the exiled Afghanistan women's cricket team and giving them a voice amidst political controversies.
ECB urged to boycott Afghanistan game in Champions Trophy by UK politiciansThe ECB is under pressure to boycott the Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan due to concerns over women's rights under the Taliban.
The Taliban made me marry my boss: how one word led to a forced marriageUnder Taliban rule, women face extreme restrictions, including forced marriages, limiting their autonomy and freedom.
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest of Afghanistan's Taliban leaders DW 01/23/2025Arrest warrants requested for Taliban leaders over crimes against humanity related to gender persecution against women and girls in Afghanistan.
Heather Knight lends voice to plight of Afghanistan women's teamHeather Knight emphasizes the importance of supporting the exiled Afghanistan women's cricket team and giving them a voice amidst political controversies.
ECB urged to boycott Afghanistan game in Champions Trophy by UK politiciansThe ECB is under pressure to boycott the Champions Trophy match against Afghanistan due to concerns over women's rights under the Taliban.
Taliban-US prisoner swap: Two Americans exchanged for Afghan nationalThe US exchanged two American prisoners for a Taliban member, as part of efforts to normalize ties with Afghanistan.
Taliban say 2 Americans released in prisoner swap DW 01/21/2025The prisoner exchange between the US and the Taliban highlights the complexity of US-Afghan relations and ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Taliban Releases Two Americans in Prisoner ExchangeThe Taliban released two Americans as part of a prisoner exchange, signifying progress in U.S.-Taliban negotiations.
Taliban-US prisoner swap: Two Americans exchanged for Afghan nationalThe US exchanged two American prisoners for a Taliban member, as part of efforts to normalize ties with Afghanistan.
Taliban say 2 Americans released in prisoner swap DW 01/21/2025The prisoner exchange between the US and the Taliban highlights the complexity of US-Afghan relations and ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Taliban Releases Two Americans in Prisoner ExchangeThe Taliban released two Americans as part of a prisoner exchange, signifying progress in U.S.-Taliban negotiations.
2 Americans Held in Afghanistan Are Freed in Prisoner SwapBiden administration secured the release of two Americans in Afghanistan via a prisoner swap just before leaving office.
Americans freed in Afghanistan-U.S. prisoner swap, Taliban saysAmericans were released in a prisoner swap with the Taliban, confirmed by the family of Ryan Corbett, detained in Afghanistan for over two years.
2 Americans Held in Afghanistan Are Freed in Prisoner SwapBiden administration secured the release of two Americans in Afghanistan via a prisoner swap just before leaving office.
Americans freed in Afghanistan-U.S. prisoner swap, Taliban saysAmericans were released in a prisoner swap with the Taliban, confirmed by the family of Ryan Corbett, detained in Afghanistan for over two years.
Cricket must challenge gender apartheid in Afghanistan | LetterA unilateral boycott of the Champions Trophy would be insufficient against the Taliban's gender-apartheid regime.
In Syria, U.S. Hopes to Avoid Replay of AfghanistanU.S. aims for Syrian rebels to govern moderately to avoid instability like in Afghanistan.