DW: In the race for clicks, likes and followers, some travel content creators are being criticized for promoting Afghanistan while ignoring the harsh reality of Taliban rule. Click here to read more (external link).
China says Taliban, Pakistan agree to seek early easing of tensions
Amu: China said on Wednesday that Taliban and Pakistani representatives had agreed to work toward an early easing of tensions following the end of a week of talks in the western Chinese city of Urumqi. The discussions, held from April 1 to 7 and hosted by Beijing, brought together officials from diplomatic, defense and security institutions from China, the Taliban and Pakistan, according to Mao Ning, a spokeswoman for China’s Foreign Ministry. Speaking at a regular briefing, Mao said the talks were conducted in a “constructive atmosphere” and involved candid and pragmatic exchanges focused on resolving disputes. According to her, the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to resolving differences as soon as possible and agreed to avoid actions that could escalate tensions or further complicate the situation. Click here to read more (external link).
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Children Begging in Kabul: Severe Poverty and Organized Exploitation
8am: Several private car drivers in Kabul have raised complaints about the growing number of child beggars on the city’s streets and intersections. They say these children beg in groups at busy spots around the city and harass drivers during traffic jams. According to them, these children forcibly clean car windshields and then demand money from drivers, refusing to leave until they are paid. The drivers also claim that most of these children are organized by specific individuals or networks who systematically exploit the children’s poverty. Click here to read more (external link).
Snooker fever grows as Kabul prepares for Ariana Championship
Ariana: Anticipation is steadily building across Afghanistan as the Ariana Snooker Championship prepares to return to Kabul next month, with growing audience interest turning the tournament into one of the country’s most eagerly awaited sporting events. Following the success of last year’s inaugural edition, which drew strong nationwide viewership, this year’s championship is already generating buzz among fans, players, and organizers alike. Click here to read more (external link).
Tolo News in Dari – April 8, 2026
Trump Warns: ‘An Entire Civilization Will Be Destroyed Tonight’
8am: Donald Trump, the President of the United States, referring to the deadline he had given to Iran, has stated that “an entire civilization will be destroyed tonight and will never return,” and warned that tonight’s developments will mark one of the most significant moments in world history. Trump has given Iran until 8:00 p.m. Washington time to end the oil blockade in the Persian Gulf and warned that otherwise, all of Iran’s bridges and power plants would be destroyed within four hours. Click here to read more (external link).
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Australia’s Ben Roberts-Smith arrested over alleged Afghanistan war crimes
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Khaama: Australian media reported that Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia’s most decorated living soldier, was arrested on Tuesday at Sydney Airport and is expected to appear later in a New South Wales court. According to SBS News, Roberts-Smith has been charged with five counts of unlawful killing as war crimes, linked to separate incidents that allegedly took place between 2009 and 2012 in Afghanistan’s Uruzgan province. Click here to read more (external link).
Afghanistan’s floods death toll rises to 110
Amu: The death toll from floods and heavy rains in Afghanistan has risen to at least 110, with more than 160 people injured, the Taliban-run disaster management authority, ADNMA, said, as severe weather continues to affect large parts of the country. The flooding, which began on March 26, has impacted more than 20 provinces across eastern, western, northern and central Afghanistan. The ANDMA said the floods have caused widespread destruction, damaging homes, infrastructure and farmland, and leaving thousands of families struggling to cope with losses. Heavy rains, flooding and snowfall have also forced the closure of several major transportation routes. Click here to read more (external link).
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Afghanistan U-17s draw 0-0 against Turkmenistan in CAFA campaign
Amu: Afghanistan’s under-17 national football team played to a 0-0 draw against Turkmenistan in their second match of the 2026 CAFA U-17 Championship on Tuesday in Tashkent. Afghanistan entered the match looking to recover from a narrow 2-1 defeat to Kyrgyzstan in their opening fixture on Monday. Click here to read more (external link).
Tolo News in Dari – April 7, 2026