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Former Afghan Intelligence Officer arrested amid US Immigration Crackdown
Khaama: A former Afghan intelligence officer, who had worked with U.S. forces for 13 years, was arrested due to the new immigration policies under the Trump administration. Upon visiting the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office for his annual check-in, he was informed that his temporary residency permit had been revoked. The officer’s situation
Champions Trophy: Afghanistan sets 326-run target for England
Amu: Afghanistan’s national cricket team has set a target of 326 runs for England in their ongoing Champions Trophy match. Despite losing three wickets in the first 10 overs, Afghanistan rebounded with a stellar performance by Ibrahim Zadran, who played a crucial role in propelling the team to a competitive total. Click here to read
U.S. Continues Weekly Fund Transfers To Afghanistan, Says Former SIGAR Chief
Afghanistan International: John Sopko, the former U.S. Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR), stated that the United States has spent over $21 billion on Afghanistan since the Taliban’s return to power. Despite the suspension of U.S. foreign aid, Sopko revealed that the U.S. continues to send money to Afghanistan on a weekly basis. According
Sayyaf travels to Iran
Amu: Abdul Rab Rasul Sayyaf, former jihadi leader and a senior member of the National Resistance Council for the Salvation of Afghanistan, has arrived in Iran for what Iranian media describe as a “medical visit.” Iranian state media reported Tuesday that during his visit, Sayyaf met with senior Iranian officials, though details of the discussions
Flash floods kill 21 in western Afghanistan: Sources
Amu: At least 21 people were killed after sudden flash floods swept through a mountainous area in Qala-e-Kah district of western Farah province, local sources told Amu. The victims, who had traveled to the area for leisure, were caught off guard when the floods surged unexpectedly, throwing them into a deep ravine, the sources said.
Tolo News in Dari – February 25, 2025
Taliban continues corporal punishment, flogging 20 Afghans over alleged adultery
Ayaz Gul VOA News February 24, 2025 ISLAMABAD — Afghanistan’s hard-line Taliban authorities publicly flogged 20 men and women Monday on charges of adultery, rape, and engaging in “illegitimate relations.” The Taliban’s Supreme Court reported that all defendants received sentences of 39 lashes each and prison terms ranging from one to seven years. The punishments were
Hekmatyar: We need a legitimate government in Afghanistan
Ariana: Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, a former jihadi leader, has expressed concern about the current situation in the country, saying Afghanistan faces “threats and gaps”. “We are facing significant gaps,” he said. “The country needs a heavy council. This is a void that needs to be filled. We need a legitimate government with clear responsibilities and powers.
Taliban Governor Of Balkh Demands Military Trial For Deputy FM Abbas Stanekzai
Afghanistan International: Documents obtained by Afghanistan International reveal that Mohammad Yousuf Wafa, the Taliban governor of Balkh, has filed a formal complaint with the Taliban Supreme Court, calling for a military trial of Abbas Stanekzai, the group’s deputy foreign minister. Wafa accused Stanekzai of “disrespecting” Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and opposing his decrees. Click here