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Pakistan continues to face the strategic repercussions of conflict and the return of transnational terrorism, long after the withdrawal of Western forces from Afghanistan in August 2021.
An analysis or commentary piece that delves into the determination and resolve of the Taliban, likely in the context of ongoing political or military developments.
A recently signed Memorandum of Understanding between the Taliban and Russia is unlikely to advance Afghanistan's long-term national interests, according to analysis.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned against trusting the Taliban's 'mixed signals' regarding their support for the TTP, stating that their backing remains intact and urging official clarification.
Under a new decree by the Islamist regime in Afghanistan, fathers are permitted to marry off their daughters before puberty, and women face extreme difficulty in obtaining a divorce, further eroding women's rights.
A Finnish newspaper column discusses interesting views from other media, specifically questioning Sweden's potential engagement or hospitality towards the Taliban.
Russia and the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan have reportedly reached a military and technical cooperation agreement, marking a significant development in their relationship.
Russia has signed a military-technical agreement with the Afghan Taliban, turning former adversaries into allies. Kabul will gain access to military equipment and intelligence, while Russia delegates the fight against ISIS in Central Asia to Afghanistan.
Russia and Afghanistan's Taliban government have reportedly signed a military cooperation pact, solidifying Moscow's growing alliance in Central Asia and marking a significant shift in relations.
Russia has signed a $16.5 billion agreement to construct Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant. This deal marks a significant energy cooperation between the two nations.
Russia has warned Armenia about potential consequences of its closer ties with the European Union, threatening to revoke a natural gas deal. Concurrently, Montenegro has received support from French President Emmanuel Macron for its path towards EU membership.
The Taliban intend to send diplomatic representatives to European countries, having already placed officials in German and Norwegian diplomatic missions. Austria, however, emphasizes that it does not recognize the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan.
Authorities have identified Shahzad Bhatti, based in Pakistan, as the alleged mastermind behind the militant group 'Tehreek-e-Taliban Hindustan'.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has sent a letter to EU leaders, rejecting a proposal for Ukraine to become an 'associate member' of the European Union. Zelenskyy stated that such a proposal would be 'unfair' and leave Ukraine without a voice in the EU.
A combat veteran, who was nearly killed by the Taliban, publicly fired back at an online attack from Platner, calling the individual a 'coward.'
This STANDARD column highlights positive developments, including a sports victory against the Taliban and advancements in heart therapy, for those seeking a break from negative news.
The Afghanistan women's refugee cricket team is set to tour England next month, marking their return to international play after being forced out by the Taliban. This tour represents a significant step for the team, which was displaced from their home country.
The Taliban in Afghanistan have reportedly removed the minimum age requirement for marriage, effectively legalizing child marriage. This new decree allows men to marry girls as young as nine years old.
Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces have been rocked by three terror attacks in a week, including an IED attack, a suicide blast, and a bomb blast, signaling a dangerous escalation of Taliban-related violence.
Since their return to power in August 2021, Taliban authorities have enacted a series of new regulations significantly restricting the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan, with recent attention focused on new family laws.
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The European Union is reportedly considering new measures to address the 'addictive' design of TikTok, with some officials advocating for European ownership of the platform. This initiative aims to regulate the app's impact on users.
European Union ministers have reached an agreement to impose sanctions on Israeli settlers in the West Bank. This decision has drawn a furious reaction from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who condemned the EU's move.
Security sources revealed that a high-profile terrorist recently killed in an operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu district was a member of the Afghan Taliban regime’s special forces. The operation took place on Friday.
A cleric who had been participating in peace talks with the Pakistan Taliban has been shot dead, raising concerns about the future of negotiations.
Reports suggest a potential shift in the Taliban's approach to women's education in Afghanistan, with vocational training for girls with disabilities, internships for aspiring midwives, and rumors of the resumption of university graduations for women.
Six women share their experiences of living under the Taliban's misogynistic theocracy in Afghanistan, describing the veil as a 'slow death' in powerful testimonies.
President Donald Trump announced plans to raise U.S. tariffs on European cars to 25%, sparking widespread concern and anger among European nations and industries. This move intensified fears of a trade war between the United States and the European Union.
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced that Pakistani forces thwarted "malicious insurgents" with timely action and "decently" responded to aggression, implying strikes on Taliban hideouts.
FIFA has made a rare exception, allowing the Afghan women's refugee team to compete as an official national side in international tournaments, bypassing the Taliban's approval. This decision offers a lifeline for the team to rejoin international football after an eight-year hiatus.
Pak Army targets Afghan Taliban posts in retaliatory fire along border
Germany deported 25 men overnight who had been convicted of serious crimes and were subject to deportation, handing the group over to the Taliban in Afghanistan.
The Pakistan Army has responded to unprovoked aggression by the Afghan Taliban, with security sources stating that the armed forces' resolve for defense remains unwavering as 'Operation Ghazab Lil Haq' continues.
Afghan Taliban officials report that four people were killed and 70 wounded in mortar and rocket attacks attributed to Pakistan along the border.
This article profiles Amir Khan Muttaki, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, describing him as the Taliban's international face and a key figure in the fundamentalist organization.
The United States has offered a $10 million reward for information leading to the leader of an Iran-backed Iraqi armed group, identified as Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada. This bounty targets the head of the Shiite militia, which Washington considers a terrorist organization.
The US Navy Secretary was ousted from his position effective immediately, following reports of internal conflicts and disagreements with senior Pentagon officials.
The world is concerned about rising jet fuel prices and flight cancellations due to the Iran war, but the Taliban are reportedly welcoming the crisis as an unexpected financial boon.
US Supreme Court's liberal justices have sided with Justice Clarence Thomas in a lawsuit concerning a Taliban suicide bomber. Three other justices dissented from the decision.
The US government and Pentagon have announced the abolition of mandatory flu vaccination for soldiers. This decision reverses a previous policy requiring service members to receive the influenza vaccine.
US tells Afghans to choose Taliban home or DR Congo: activist Yahoo News Singapore
Sweden and the European Commission are scheduled to hold 'technical talks' with the Taliban concerning deportations to Afghanistan.
As discussions continue regarding the war in Iran and Pakistani mediators meet with officials in Tehran, China is reportedly testing its influence in the nearby conflict between Pakistan and the Taliban.
A power struggle has reportedly erupted within the Taliban, with growing disagreements between the spiritual leader in Kandahar and the regime in Kabul, potentially threatening the leadership's unity.
Three civilians were killed in Pakistan's Bajaur region due to unprovoked cross-border shelling by the Afghan Taliban, prompting an immediate response from the Pakistan Army which destroyed the firing position.
A discussion has emerged regarding Western travel influencers promoting Afghanistan, with critics arguing they ignore the realities of Taliban rule.
During China-brokered talks in Urumqi, Pakistan formally demanded that Afghanistan's Taliban administration declare the TTP a terrorist group, dismantle its infrastructure, and provide verifiable proof of action to ease border tensions.
Pakistani security forces foiled an attack by Afghan Taliban and terrorists on a border post in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Ghulam Khan Sector, killing 37 attackers.
Information minister Tarar announced that Operation Ghazab Lil Haq has killed 796 Afghan Taliban and destroyed 286 checkposts, with 81 locations targeted by air strikes across Afghanistan.
Pakistan has confirmed that a new round of peace talks with Afghanistan's Taliban government is underway in China, where Beijing is attempting to broker a lasting ceasefire.
Pakistan and Afghanistan are engaged in China-brokered discussions in Urumqi aimed at resolving a months-long conflict, with Pakistan emphasizing its core demand for decisive action against terrorist outfits, as China hosts exploratory talks to ease tensions between the neighbors.
India is reportedly increasing its engagement with the Taliban, a move influenced by simmering tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan frontier and the persistent threat of Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan fighters operating from Afghan soil.
Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of shelling civilian areas on its border, causing casualties. In response, Pakistan has accused Afghanistan of providing safe havens for militants, particularly the Pakistani Taliban, who carry out attacks inside Pakistan.
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) announced that two of the most wanted Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorists, involved in several high-profile attacks, were gunned down in an operation in Tank.
Taliban restrictions in Afghanistan, which limit women's access to healthcare and employment in the medical field, are causing illness and death, with a UN report suggesting these actions could amount to femicide.
Afghanistan has announced the release of US linguist Dennis Coyle, who had been detained in the country.
The Taliban regime has announced the release of an American citizen who had been held captive in Afghanistan for over a year.
The Afghan Taliban has released American detainee Coyle following censure from the United States, marking a significant development in diplomatic relations.
Tensions are escalating on the Afghan-Pakistani border, with the Taliban government reporting a civilian casualty from Pakistani shelling during a holiday truce, overshadowing efforts to calm relations between the neighbors.
German public broadcaster ARD reports that a Taliban member is expected to lead the Afghan embassy in Berlin, indicating a potential shift in diplomatic representation.
Families are searching for loved ones on Eid after a strike, reportedly by Pakistan, on a drug rehab center in Afghanistan/Pakistan killed at least 400 people, with the Taliban reporting mass graves.
Pakistan's information ministry has dismissed as 'frivolous' the Afghan Taliban's claim that Pakistan violated a temporary pause in fighting.
Pakistan and Afghanistan have announced a temporary pause in hostilities for the Islamic festival of Eid-al-Fitr, with Pakistan's Information Minister stating operations would halt from March 19 to March 23 in good faith.
Two days after a Pakistani strike on a rehabilitation clinic in Kabul killed and injured hundreds, Afghanistan's Taliban government threatened revenge while also hinting at a willingness to negotiate.
The Taliban and Pakistan have agreed to suspend military operations for the duration of the Eid festival, a decision made shortly after a Pakistani strike on a clinic in Kabul.
Experts say attacks on Afghanistan are ‘defensive, not offensive’ but carry a risk of spiralling cycle of violence An escalating Pakistani campaign of airstrikes against targets in Afghanistan is…
A new decree published in Afghanistan by the Taliban codifies arranged marriages for minors, stating that a child who does not formally oppose a forced marriage at puberty is considered to have consented.
Fawzia Koofi, an Afghan women's rights advocate, criticizes the EU for welcoming the Taliban to Europe, stating that it is a 'slap in the face' to Afghan women and calls for laws against gender apartheid.
The Afghan women's football team has made a return to the international stage after successfully escaping the Taliban regime.
Pakistan is seeking a concrete and verifiable official stance from the Taliban regarding the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), amid doubts over a reported directive to halt TTP attacks. Islamabad emphasizes the need for visible action.
The Taliban's supreme leader has reportedly warned the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to cease cross-border violence or risk losing allegiance, a warning that has failed to convince Islamabad of its effectiveness.
Reports indicate that the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has formed a nexus with Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Al Qaeda, which is contributing to the rise of terrorism.
Hungary is working to unfreeze EU funds, with the finance minister expecting payments to begin in the autumn, while also considering a return to the Eurovision Song Contest after seven years. Meanwhile, the EU is engaged in various discussions, including potential trade restrictions with China, a fine for Temu, and a request from the Taliban to send diplomats in exchange for deported citizens.
Russia has signed a military cooperation deal with the Taliban, a move that could benefit India and potentially unsettle Pakistan. This pact signals a shift in regional alliances and security dynamics.
Russia has signed a military cooperation agreement with the Taliban, marking a significant shift in relations with the regime in Kabul. This pact follows Russia's previous designation of the Taliban as a terrorist group.
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has once again used his preferred metaphor, stating that 'Albanians are the Taliban of Europe,' sparking discussion. He previously referred to Albanians as 'Afghans of Europe' during the 2021 Afghan refugee crisis.
The Taliban has reportedly legalized the marriage of nine-year-old girls and banned divorce without a husband's consent, with international experts stating the law also legalizes child rape.
The militant organization Tehreek-e-Taliban Hindustan has released a video purportedly showing the killing of a police officer in Amritsar.
An exhibition at the Photoville Festival in Brooklyn, New York, features powerful photos by anonymous Afghan cousins, illustrating the pain and dreams of women living under Taliban rule.
A new law introduced by the Taliban in Afghanistan implies the acceptance of child marriages, stating that 'silence is consent to marriage.' This legislation also makes divorce more difficult.
U.S. Army veteran Ted Daniels, who was nearly killed by the Taliban, has publicly criticized Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner over a resurfaced online post concerning Daniels' near-fatal combat encounter.
A law change in Afghanistan reportedly allows for the marriage of girls as young as nine years old, according to a British newspaper, attributed to the Taliban.
The United Nations criticized a new decree issued by the Taliban in Afghanistan concerning marriage and separation. The decree, which includes provisions like silence being interpreted as consent for marriage, has raised significant human rights concerns.
The upcoming meeting between the EU Commission, Sweden, and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan has drawn harsh criticism, with some labeling it as 'complicity'.
A delegation from Afghanistan's Taliban government has been welcomed to Brussels to discuss deportation policy, despite the EU not recognizing their regime. The visit has drawn criticism, with a Swedish politician expressing shame over the EU's role.
The European Union is pursuing closer cooperation with Afghanistan's Taliban regime regarding the return of Afghan migrants, despite ongoing legal and human rights concerns.
The United Nations and media rights groups have reported that the Taliban regime in Afghanistan has detained three journalists. This action raises concerns about press freedom in the country.
The European Commission has proposed new initiatives aimed at simplifying cross-border train bookings and enhancing passenger rights across Europe. These measures seek to make train travel more accessible and convenient for journeys involving multiple countries and operators.
The EU and Sweden are facing criticism, particularly from refugee organizations like IRC, for holding meetings with the Taliban, with warnings that deportations to Afghanistan could cost lives.
A suicide car bomb attack on a police checkpoint in northwest Pakistan killed at least 14 police officers. A Pakistani Taliban splinter group claimed responsibility for the deadly assault in Bannu.
Several journalistic productions, including Tim Hofman's "Boos," Follow the Money's exposé on Bolle Jos, the series "De Afhaalchinees," and the documentary "Hila voorbij de Taliban," have been honored with De Tegel awards.
US Secretary of State Rubio announced the conclusion of "Epic Fury" combat operations against Iran, stating that the US priority is now to ensure the free passage of commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized that the aggressive phase of the conflict has ended and the strait should return to its previous status.
The Taliban has reportedly succeeded in curbing opium production in Afghanistan, a feat attributed to the deeply repressive nature of the regime, highlighting the link between drugs, power, and society.
Pakistan's Foreign Office rejected the UK envoy's "one-sided" remarks regarding cross-border attacks by the Afghan Taliban. Pakistan stated that Afghan cross-border attacks and terrorist infiltration continue despite its temporary ceasefire pause.
German Interior Minister Dobrindt has reportedly intensified secret cooperation with Taliban diplomats to facilitate more deportations to Afghanistan.
Following an attack on a Shiite place of worship in Herat that killed at least 11 people, a sense of structural vulnerability is growing within Afghanistan's Shiite community despite Taliban pledges of protection.
Pakistani security forces have destroyed several Afghan Taliban posts and vehicles in Balochistan’s Chaman sector, in response to unprovoked aggression as part of 'Operation Ghazab lil-Haq'.
The German government has deported two dozen criminals to Afghanistan via charter flight, with more flights expected to follow due to a new diplomatic agreement.
UNICEF has issued a warning that Afghanistan could lose up to 25,000 female health workers and teachers by 2030. This potential loss is attributed to the Taliban's policies impacting women's education and employment.
The Taliban reported that at least seven people were killed and over 80 wounded after mortars and missiles allegedly fired from Pakistan struck a university and civilian homes in northeastern Afghanistan.
Public outrage has erupted following a 2.5-year prison sentence given to an Afghan migrant with alleged Taliban ties, who was convicted of sexually assaulting a 7-year-old.
The Taliban government has called on Afghans who assisted the US war effort and are currently stranded in Qatar awaiting US visas to return home, assuring them they can do so "with full confidence" and safety.
A UN expert has raised serious concerns about potential human rights violations and the principle of non-refoulement in ongoing EU negotiations with the Taliban regarding mass deportations of Afghans.
The US is reportedly planning to send 1,100 Afghan evacuees, who have been in limbo at a Qatar base for years, to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Advocacy groups have criticized the plan as "unacceptable," fearing it could force their return to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan.
The European Union has approved the creation of a working group tasked with drafting Montenegro's accession treaty. This move signifies a step forward in Montenegro's path towards EU membership.
The United States has reportedly halted dollar shipments to Iraq and frozen military aid, aiming to pressure Baghdad over the influence of Iran-backed groups. This action seeks to curb the flow of funds to these militias and address regional security concerns.
An activist reports that the United States is presenting Afghans with a stark choice: return to a Taliban-controlled Afghanistan or relocate to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Over 1,100 Afghan refugees remain in limbo in Qatar after the US halted a resettlement program, with activists reporting they are being told to choose between returning to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan or relocating to Congo.
Afghanistan feels heat of Iran war as Taliban official says attacks on Gulf 'unfair' The National
Over 100 Afghan women's rights defenders have collectively written to Melania Trump, appealing for her assistance in restoring education and freedom for women and girls under Taliban rule.
Afghanistan's Taliban administration has reportedly begun charging flyover fees to Swiss and other international travelers using its airspace.
An increasing number of airlines are rerouting through Afghan airspace, generating tens of millions of dollars annually in overflight fees for the Taliban.
The Afghan Taliban has announced that it is engaged in useful discussions with Pakistan aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
During talks in Urumqi, Pakistan presented three key demands to Kabul, urging them to declare the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) a terrorist organization. Pakistan also demanded that Kabul dismantle the group and provide proof of these actions.
Habibullah, also known as Lalu, an Afghan Taliban terrorist implicated in the killings of FC personnel, has been apprehended in the Kuchlak area of Balochistan.
Pakistani security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, killing 8 terrorists. Defence experts suggest the incident challenges the Afghan Taliban regime's claims of not supporting terrorism in Pakistan.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has confirmed ongoing negotiations with the Afghan Taliban in China, where Pakistan is demanding concrete efforts from the Taliban regime to address terrorism concerns.
Pakistan's Information Ministry has dismissed claims by the Taliban and RAW regarding the Pak-Afghan border fence as 'fabricated and baseless,' asserting that the border fence remains intact.
Pakistani security forces 'retaliated vigorously' after Afghan Taliban fighters opened fire in the Bajaur sector of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, following Pakistan's resumption of Operation Ghazab lil-Haq targeting terrorist sites and Taliban positions.
Pakistan's Foreign Office announced the conclusion of a temporary pause in Operation Ghazab lil-Haq against the Afghan Taliban, stating that the operation will continue until its objectives are achieved.
Dennis Coyle, a 64-year-old American man held by the Taliban in Afghanistan for more than a year without charges, has landed on U.S. soil in Texas.
American academic Dennis Coyle, held by Taliban authorities for over a year, has been released, with US officials including Marco Rubio welcoming the move as a positive step.
A recent UN report reveals that Taliban restrictions on Afghan women's access to health and employment in the health sector are causing unnecessary suffering, illness, and death, potentially amounting to femicide.
An ARD investigation suggests the Taliban have secretly taken control of the Afghan embassy in Berlin, a claim denied by the German government, while a new website adds to the controversy.
The Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has issued a stark warning to international cricketers, urging them to withdraw from the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) due to the volatile security situation in regions like Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
Human rights advocates report that the Afghan Taliban have carried out over 1,100 floggings and six public executions in the past year, reflecting wider restrictions under their rule.
The Taliban have reportedly appointed a new head of the Afghan embassy in Berlin without the German government's approval, despite not being recognized by Germany.
Families spent Eid searching for loved ones after a strike on a drug rehab center in Kabul, which the Taliban claims killed at least 400 people.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is facing criticism for using terms like 'Taliban' to describe students and 'Red Khmers' for political opponents, with commentators noting these go beyond typical gaffes.
Forces have successfully foiled an infiltration attempt by the Taliban, preventing them from crossing into the area.
Taliban drone attacks are challenging Pakistan’s security and response strategy, while Islamabad maintains its recent 'targeted' airstrikes in Kabul and Nangarhar hit an ex-Nato base and confirmed ammo dump.
Information Minister Ataullah Tarar on Wednesday said Pakistan has decided on a “temporary pause” in the ongoing Operation Ghazab lil-Haq against the Afghan Taliban in view of Eidul Fitr and at the…
The UN states that 'change is still possible' for Afghan women, denouncing a Taliban decree that allows corporal punishment and makes justice inaccessible to victims. The conflict with Pakistan has displaced 64,000 people, half of whom are women and children.
The Taliban and Russia are increasingly strengthening their relationship, leading to questions about the motivations behind their growing cooperation. This development signals a shift in geopolitical alliances.
The Taliban has approved approximately 140 measures against women since 2021, including bans on education and other rights, while the European Union considers steps to legitimize their government.
Russia has signed a military cooperation agreement with the Taliban, further strengthening ties and reinforcing its position as the only country to officially recognize the Taliban government.
A retired major is urging Ottawa to fulfill its promise to bring an Afghan man, pursued by the Taliban and currently evading ICE in the U.S., to safety in Newfoundland.
Russia and the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan have signed a military agreement, signaling a deepening of cooperation between the parties, according to experts.
A US Senate candidate made controversial remarks, stating that a survivor of a Taliban ambush 'didn’t deserve to live,' sparking public outrage.
A report indicates that the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has a nexus with Al-Qaeda and Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which is funding, arming, and training militants, exploiting women and youth for bombings and anti-state activities in Balochistan.
Reports suggest that Moscow and the Taliban are forging a military alliance, a development occurring in the aftermath of the United States' withdrawal from Afghanistan and a perceived power grab.
The EU has criticized the Swedish government's meeting with the Taliban, with one minister dismissing the criticism as "absurd."
Russia and Afghanistan's Taliban government have signed a military-technical cooperation agreement at a forum outside Moscow, marking a deepening of ties between the two entities.
According to "Der Standard," the Taliban are reportedly pushing for ambassadorial positions in European countries.
Latvia plans to deploy drone fighters along its border with Russia, while NATO is set to strengthen its assigned forces in the Baltic states. This comes as EU officials warn of a dangerous moment and the possibility of Russia attacking NATO countries.
As the five-year mark approaches since the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan, reports indicate a continuously deteriorating humanitarian situation, particularly affecting women and girls, with nearly half the population expected to require aid.
More than a dozen individuals have died in infighting within the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), with clashes reportedly beginning when JuA fighters were asked to surrender weapons and comply with TTP commanders' directives.
The Taliban has issued a new decree in Afghanistan that activists and the UN warn formalizes and legitimizes child marriage, raising grave international concern.
The United Nations has expressed grave concern regarding a new Afghan Taliban law that includes provisions on child marriage, which activists and the UN warn formalizes and legitimizes the practice.
Sen. Collins rips Maine Senate challenger Graham Platner over a resurfaced Reddit post mocking a Purple Heart soldier wounded in Taliban combat.
Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner under fire for a resurfaced Reddit post appearing to mock a soldier shot four times by the Taliban.
The Taliban has reportedly introduced a new law in Afghanistan stating that the 'silence of a virgin girl' can be interpreted as consent for marriage. Critics argue this move effectively legalizes child marriages and further restricts women's rights.
The European Union has begun opening communication channels with the Taliban regime as part of an effort to increase deportations, a move that has drawn warnings from human rights organizations and left-wing parliamentary groups.
Russia has announced its intention to establish a "full-fledged partnership" and "pragmatic dialogue" with the Taliban government in Afghanistan. This move signals a significant step towards formalizing relations between Moscow and the de facto Afghan authorities.
The European Union has extended an invitation to members of the Taliban to discuss the return of Afghan migrants. This move signals a direct engagement between the EU and the Taliban on migration issues.
The UN reported that more than 370 Afghans were killed in the Pakistan conflict during the first three months of 2026, as fighting between the Taliban and Pakistani forces intensified in February, leading to many civilian deaths in air raids.
ISLAMABAD: Senior leaders of the Afghan Taliban government on Friday contacted JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman to express condolences over the killing of Sheikh Idris. According to the JUI-F media…
A recent FIFA rule change has enabled the Afghan women's football team to participate in official international matches for the first time since the Taliban's takeover in 2021, a decision hailed as a victory for the team.
A year after being confined to her home in Afghanistan, cardiologist Lida Faiz has found refuge in Finland, working as a cleaner after a burqa helped her escape.
The TTAP (Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan) has outlined its priorities for meetings involving Imran Khan, with efforts also underway to address the concerns raised by Khan's sisters.
Pakistani armed forces have reportedly destroyed Afghan Taliban posts and vehicles in the Chaman sector, according to security sources.
The UK is facing accusations of leaving its allies with 'no safe route out' of Afghanistan after ceasing evacuation support. Colonel Simon Diggins, a former defense attaché, stated the UK has a 'moral responsibility' to help those promised evacuation, as the Taliban continues to pursue them.
FIFA has ruled that the Afghan women's national football team, whose players fled their home country after the Taliban takeover, can continue to represent Afghanistan under the world federation's umbrella.
The Pakistan Army conducted strikes against Taliban posts in Chaman as part of its 'Ghazab Lil Haq' retaliation efforts.
Security forces destroyed multiple Afghan Taliban posts in Balochistan’s Chaman sector in response to "unprovoked aggression" by Afghan Taliban forces and terrorists.
The Taliban have accused Pakistan of carrying out deadly strikes on an Afghan university, which resulted in four deaths and dozens injured, marking the first such incident since peace talks earlier this month.
Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior has rejected Kabul's claim of a varsity attack, alleging it is an attempt to conceal the Afghan Taliban's support for terrorists.
The "Youth for Macedonia" group accuses that a gate being built at the entrance of Lavce will feature flags of the Taliban and ISIS, sparking controversy on social media.
The UK government is considering engaging in talks with the Taliban regarding the deportation of failed Afghan asylum seekers. Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood has not ruled out such discussions.
Former U.S. President Trump is reportedly in talks to send Afghans who aided U.S. forces, and were evacuated to Qatar, to the Democratic Republic of Congo. An aid worker stated these Afghans would face a choice between moving to Congo or living under the Taliban.
John Phelan, the US Navy Secretary, has been ousted from his position, with reports citing a clash with Pentagon leadership and the ongoing naval blockade of Iran as contributing factors. Hung Cao has been named as the interim US Navy Secretary following Phelan's departure.
Lawyers have informed a court that the UK has placed a 'freeze' on bringing Afghan families to Britain, meaning those deemed eligible for relocation due to their past work with the British are no longer being assisted in fleeing the Taliban-controlled country.
President Trump announced an extension of the truce with Iran, opting for talks instead of military action, though Iran has expressed hesitation to engage in negotiations. This decision comes amidst reports of potential US military readiness issues and varying impacts on global oil prices.
Activists report that the United States is presenting Afghans with a difficult choice: return to a Taliban-controlled Afghanistan or relocate to the Democratic Republic of Congo, a policy drawing…
EU foreign ministers are meeting to discuss critical issues including the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as relations with Russia. Separately, the EU is implementing new regulations for mobile phone batteries and issuing warnings to six member states.
Mullah Mutasim Agha Jan, a senior co-founder and former finance minister of the Taliban, has been arrested amid deepening internal rifts within the group.
Khushal Yousafzai, Malala's brother, has spoken to BBC Asian Network about his experiences fleeing the Taliban and confronting the 'manosphere,' reflecting on the impact of a specific day in 2012.
The documentary "Hila voorbij de Taliban" is back on NPO Start after being taken offline in January following the arrest of one of the interviewed women by the Taliban.
A new report from Amnesty International reveals a sharp decline in asylum approvals for Afghans in the UK, with women fleeing the Taliban now less likely to find sanctuary than before the Taliban takeover.
Hopes for a ceasefire are fading as new violence erupts, highlighting the Taliban's inability to control militancy in the region.
Pakistan has raised questions with UN experts regarding their statement on the presence of Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Afghanistan, highlighting discrepancies with established findings from various UNSC reports.
Pakistan has raised questions with UN experts regarding the presence of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Afghanistan, citing multiple reports.
China has expressed its welcome for the progress made in peace negotiations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, indicating positive developments in regional diplomacy.
Pakistan's ISPR announced that eight terrorists were killed in an operation in North Waziristan, criticizing the Afghan Taliban regime for its failure to ensure effective border control.
Pakistan and the Taliban have reportedly resumed ceasefire talks in China, signaling ongoing diplomatic efforts to address regional stability.
An analysis explores how Pakistan's military intelligence, which maintained close ties with Afghan rebels for decades, has now entered an open conflict with the Taliban following their return to power.
Marzieh Hamidi, an Afghan taekwondo champion who fled to Paris after the Taliban takeover, is now fighting against them from exile, stating, "If I shut up, they win."
Operation Ghazab Lil Haq, targeting the Afghan Taliban, has resumed following a pause for Eidul Fitr, with security sources indicating it will continue until its objectives are fully achieved.
Denis Walter Coyle, an American researcher detained since last year, has been released by Afghanistan following mounting pressure from the United States, which had declared Afghanistan a 'state sponsor of wrongful detention.'
The Afghan Taliban has agreed to release detained US citizen Dennis Coyl, following Afghanistan's earlier announcement of a US citizen's release.
Tensions are escalating between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with Islamabad accusing the Taliban regime of harboring militants and allowing them safe havens for attacks, as a 'shaky truce' is set to expire.
An opinion piece discusses the collapse of Pakistan's 'Good Taliban, Bad Taliban' illusions, noting how the conflict's scale and a shift in Pakistan's rules of engagement are drawing attention despite competing narratives from Kabul and Islamabad.
India and the Taliban are reportedly deepening their ties as the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan intensifies.
According to ARD research, a Taliban member has been appointed head of the Afghan embassy in Berlin without the German government's notification, making Germany the first EU state where Islamists effectively lead an embassy.
An editorial analyzes Iran's strategy of leveraging President Trump against his allies, focusing on economic pressure rather than conventional warfare, similar to past tactics by North Vietnamese communists and the Taliban.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is facing criticism for his use of terms like "Taliban" to describe students and "Red Khmers," with commentators suggesting he has overplayed his hand.
Both parties stated that the ceasefire is in order to celebrate the festival of Eid al-Fitr over the coming days.
Cross-border fighting between Pakistan and the Taliban in Afghanistan is set to pause for the end of Ramadan.
Pakistan says military operations in Afghanistan to continue until Taliban government ‘changes behavior’ Arab News