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Health situation in Afghanistan worsening
Apr 07, 2023 12:40On World Health Day, experts describe the health situation in Afghanistan as critical.The declining trend of the health situation in the country started less than two years ago, when the country’s political landscape witnessed changes and the Taliban took control. Following that, relief international organizations halted or reduced their activities there.
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Over 15 million Afghan children in need of humanitarian assistance
Apr 05, 2023 14:05The situation of children in Afghanistan is alarming, according to a recent report by the United Nations Children’s Fund.
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Fasting Afghans show support for Palestinians ahead of International Quds Day
Apr 04, 2023 08:28As International Quds Day approaches, large billboards themed "Iftar in Quds" have been going up across the capital Kabul. The goal is to support the occupied al-Quds and the Palestinian nation.
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Ramadhan in Afghanistan: A time of faith and community services
Apr 03, 2023 14:57Muslims in Afghanistan are observing the holy month of Ramadhan, with fasting, giving charity, and displaying religious devotion. Despite political challenges and economic hardships, many Afghans are trying to seek solace in religious practice in this month.
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UN: Taliban restrictions deal hefty blow to women's businesses in Afghanistan
Apr 01, 2023 12:57A new report by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has revealed that women's businesses in Afghanistan are severely affected by the Taliban's increasing restrictions.
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At least 6 killed after powerful blast near Afghan Foreign Ministry in Kabul
Mar 27, 2023 13:26At least six people were killed and more than a dozen injured after a powerful blast ripped through a highly fortified area near the Afghan Foreign Ministry in downtown Kabul on Monday, local officials said.
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Strong earthquake hits northern Afghanistan, Pakistan
Mar 22, 2023 05:59A strong earthquake lasting for at least 30 seconds was felt across much of Afghanistan, Pakistan and parts of India Tuesday night, with the United States Geological Survey putting the magnitude at 6.5.
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Nowruz in Afghanistan: A celebration of hope, resilience
Mar 21, 2023 06:31Afghanistan has been celebrating Nowruz, the Persian New Year for centuries. It is usually a colorful and joyous festival, welcoming spring and a new life.
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Taliban attack Daesh hideouts in N Afghanistan, kill terrorists
Mar 19, 2023 09:06Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban say they have conducted “a crushing operation” against the Daesh hideouts in the northern city of Mazar-i-Sharif, killing members of the Takfiri terrorist group.
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Afghan couples marry in mass wedding to promote Islamic culture
Mar 12, 2023 06:13The 15th of Shaban, a month in the Islamic calendar, marks the birth anniversary of Imam Mahdi (May God hasten his reappearance), the last Shias' Imam. It is one of the most celebrated occasions in Afghanistan and the rest of the Islamic world. It is an occasion when most marriages take place. In one of the festivities, more than 30 couples tied the knot in a mass wedding in Kabul.