Afghanistan

Taliban: Top Daesh commanders killed in counter-terror ops in Afghanistan

Feb 28, 2023 10:14

Senior Daesh terrorist group commanders have been killed in separate counter-terrorism operations in Afghanistan, Taliban authorities said.
UN mission calls on Taliban to reopen schools, universities for girls

Feb 23, 2023 04:51

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan has voiced concern over the fate of female Afghan students, deprived of education by the Taliban.
Families of 9/11 victims not entitled to Afghan bank funds: US judge

Feb 22, 2023 06:34

A US federal judge has ruled that victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks are not allowed to seize billions of dollars in frozen funds belonging to Afghanistan's Central Bank, saying such a move would be "unconstitutional."
Iran, China weigh plans for enhancing stability in Afghanistan

Feb 20, 2023 08:41

The special envoys of Iran and China for Afghanistan discussed ways for cooperation between Tehran and Beijing to ensure peace and stability in Afghanistan.
Malnutrition taking heavy toll on Afghan children

Feb 15, 2023 09:55

The World Health Organization says in 2023, around 17,000 Afghan babies and mothers are expected to suffer from severe acute malnutrition, while over 2.3 million children may suffer from moderate acute malnutrition. The UN body adds that an estimated 28.3 million people, comprising two-thirds of Afghanistan’s population, need urgent relief assistance.
44th anniversary of Islamic Revolution’s victory celebrated in Kabul

Feb 12, 2023 05:16

The ceremony commemorating the 44th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution of Iran was held in Kabul with the presence of Taliban officials and other religious and cultural figures.
Afghanistan ceremony commemorates 44th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution

Feb 12, 2023 03:16

A ceremony has been held in the Afghan capital Kabul to mark the 44th anniversary of Iran’s Islamic Revolution, bringing together officials from Afghanistan’s Taliban ruling system as well as foreign diplomats representing various countries.
Russia hosts security meeting on Afghanistan

Feb 09, 2023 04:22

The fifth meeting of security representatives from several countries to address Afghanistan problems has been held in the Russian capital Moscow.
US trying to make Afghanistan hotbed of terrorism: Shamkhani

Feb 08, 2023 05:53

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani denounced the US’ efforts to turn Afghanistan into a platform for the spread of insecurity and terrorism, calling for collective action against foreign interference in Afghan affairs.
Health situation of children in Afghanistan worsening amid harsh winter

Feb 03, 2023 09:45

The humanitarian situation in Afghanistan is alarming. Millions are in dire need of humanitarian assistance and medical aid, especially children. Pneumonia and malnutrition are rife, particularly among children.