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Death toll from Afghanistan earthquake rises above 600

More than 620 people have been killed and over 1,500 injured after a powerful earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, authorities announced on Monday. Rescue teams continue to search for survivors among the rubble. In one village alone, 30 victims were reported, but officials warn that the exact toll......

Taliban mark fourth anniversary of return to power amid mixed international stance

On Friday, August 15, the Taliban marked the fourth anniversary of their return to power in Afghanistan, buoyed by recent diplomatic recognition from Russia and hopeful that other nations might follow. Commemorations took place across several cities, including Kabul, where helicopters were scheduled......

Russia officially recognizes Taliban-led Afghanistan

Russia has officially recognized the Islamic Emirate established by the Taliban in Afghanistan, marking a significant step in its diplomatic rapprochement with Kabul, according to Russian news agencies on Thursday. Zamir Kabulov, the Russian president’s special envoy for Afghanistan, confirmed......

UN warns of serious human rights violations against returning Afghans

The United Nations issued a strong warning on Thursday about “serious human rights violations” committed by Taliban authorities against Afghan citizens returning to their homeland. The alert comes amid mass deportations from neighboring countries, particularly Iran and Pakistan. According......

Afghanistan and Morocco strengthen their agricultural export markets

Afghanistan and Morocco are making significant strides in the global agricultural sector, with notable increases in exports. On Monday, Afghanistan’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry reported substantial growth in fresh fruit exports, highlighting the sector's resilience. Over the past 11......

Cricket Australia Defends Afghanistan Boycott After Accusations of Hypocrisy

Cricket Australia (CA) has stood firm in its controversial decision to boycott bilateral series against Afghanistan while continuing to play the South Asian team in International Cricket Council (ICC) tournaments. The stance arises from concerns over the Taliban's policies restricting women's......

Taliban's Ban on MMA Leaves Afghan Fighters in Uncertainty

In a significant move that has sent shockwaves through the sports community, the Taliban has officially banned mixed martial arts (MMA) in Afghanistan. This decision has left many fighters in a state of limbo, grappling with the implications for their careers and the future of the sport in the country. The......

Deadly Assault in Afghanistan Claims 14 Lives, Targeting Shiite Community

In a tragic incident that underscores the ongoing violence in Afghanistan, gunmen killed 14 individuals in a predominantly Shiite area of central Afghanistan, marking one of the most lethal attacks in the country this year. The Taliban confirmed the attack, which also left six others injured, occurred......

Taliban's Draconian Edicts Silence Afghan Women: New Laws Erase Female Presence in Public Sphere

The Taliban regime in Afghanistan has implemented a series of harsh new regulations aimed at further restricting women's freedoms and erasing their presence from public life. These measures, approved by Taliban supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, mandate that women must completely cover their bodies......