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EconomyInside Afghanistan's Panjshir Valley: How Emerald Mining Draws Global Buyers Amid Basic Tools and Hardship
Miners in Afghanistan's Panjshir valley toil with basic tools to extract high-quality emeralds, driving a surge in valuable gemstone auctions and providing a crucial economic lifeline despite a lack of advanced equipment.
PoliticsAfghanistan Reports 28 Cross-Border Fighters Killed Amid Rising Tensions With Pakistan
Afghanistan's Ministry of Defence reported killing 28 cross-border fighters in Nuristan province, while Islamabad firmly rejected Kabul's accusations regarding the clashes and militant support.
PoliticsUnraveling the Roots of Recurring Conflict Between Pakistan and Afghanistan
Despite initial optimism following the 2021 Taliban takeover, relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have fractured over allegations of harboring militant groups, raising concerns about the fallout of ongoing violence.
CultureAfghan Taxi Drivers Defy Taliban Music Ban Despite Restrictions
Afghan taxi drivers are captured on video defying the Taliban's strict music ban.
Breaking NewsDeadly Border Clashes Erupt as Pakistani Forces and Afghan Taliban Exchange Fire Amid Rising Tensions
Pakistani forces and Afghan Taliban fighters have clashed along the border, resulting in casualties following recent retaliatory air strikes and rising regional tensions.
PoliticsPakistan Targets Cross-Border Drone Hubs with Precision Air Strikes in Afghanistan
Pakistan launched air strikes against 10 drone-related locations in Afghanistan following cross-border attacks, further straining relations between the two neighbours and threatening regional mediation efforts.
PoliticsFormer US Diplomat Zalmay Khalilzad Reflects on Post-9/11 Missteps and Policy Failures
Former US diplomat Zalmay Khalilzad reflects on critical policy missteps following the 9/11 attacks, including the decisions made regarding Afghanistan and Iraq.
PoliticsUS Administration Deports Afghan Relative of US Military Allies to Central African Republic
The US has deported an Afghan man, whose family aided the American military, to the Central African Republic as part of an ongoing immigration crackdown involving third-country relocations.
PoliticsTaliban Frees Two Detained UN Staff Members in Western Afghanistan
Afghanistan's Taliban authorities have released two United Nations staff members who were detained in Herat, though the reasons for their initial arrest remain unclear.
PoliticsFive Years On, the Taliban Forges Pragmatic Global Alliances Without Full Diplomatic Recognition
Five years after returning to power, the Taliban has successfully expanded international trade, security, and diplomatic ties across the region despite lacking formal global recognition.
PoliticsKabul Marks Five Years of Taliban Rule with Parades, Flags, and Patriotic Music
Thousands of supporters in Kabul celebrated the fifth anniversary of the Taliban's return to power with parades and patriotic music, while the nation continues to face severe economic challenges and restrictions.
PoliticsFive Years Under Taliban Rule Marked by Afghans as Video Highlights Duration
Afghans mark five years of Taliban rule as highlighted in a 1-minute and 26-second video.
PoliticsGlobal Alarm Intensifies as Afghanistan Marks Five Years Under Taliban Rule Amid Severe Humanitarian and Women's Rights Crisis
Five years after the Taliban returned to power, international concern grows over a worsening humanitarian crisis and severe restrictions on women's rights in Afghanistan.
PoliticsUncertainty Grips Afghan Refugees in Europe Amid Shift Toward Stricter Immigration Policies
Afghan refugees who aided Western nations face an uncertain future as European governments shift toward stricter immigration policies and potential deportations. Many former staff members now hold only temporary residency permits, leaving them in fear of Taliban reprisals.
PoliticsFive Years After the Taliban's Return, Afghanistan Faces Deepening Humanitarian and Human Rights Crisis
Five years after the Taliban returned to power, Afghanistan faces severe humanitarian crises, extreme restrictions on women's rights, and plummeting international aid.
PoliticsFive Years of Taliban Rule: UN Warns Afghan Women's Aid Could Halt Amid Severe Funding Shortfalls
Five years after the Taliban returned to power, the United Nations warns that severe funding cuts could force more than half of Afghanistan's remaining women's organisations to close within the year.
PoliticsZalmay Khalilzad Warns US Engagement Is Vital to Prevent Afghanistan From Remaining Isolated
Former US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad emphasizes that maintaining ties with the US is crucial for reintegrating Afghanistan globally, though significant obstacles regarding human rights and political debate remain.