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At least 60 people die across country due to snowfall and cold weather
Ariana: According to initial reports from the Provincial Disaster Management Directorate, 60 people died, 34 people were injured, 1,645 houses were destroyed and 177,911 livestock were lost as a result of snowfall, rain and cold weather. A number of affected families say that they have not received any help, while they have lost all their
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 117 runs to take series 2-0
Ariana: In the 3rd and final ODI of the series, Afghanistan beat Ireland by 117 runs, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, on Monday and win the ODI Series 2-0. The two teams now play three T20Is at the same venue, starting Friday, 15 March. Click here to read more (external link).
Hunger, Poverty Overshadow Ramadan In Afghanistan
By Faiza Ibrahimi and Sana Kakar Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty March 12, 2024 Ramadan is usually a time of compassion, charity, and celebration. But the Islamic holy month has been overshadowed in Afghanistan, the world’s largest humanitarian crisis, by rising hunger, poverty, and joblessness. As some in the Muslim world break their fast with nightly
Unemployed men risking lives for elusive gold in war-torn Afghanistan
Firstpost: The dire economic situation in Afghanistan, exacerbated by the recent Taliban takeover and ongoing poverty affecting half the population, has driven many like Sharif, a former livestock keeper, to turn to mining for survival. Click here to read more (external link).
Tolo News in Dari – March 12, 2024
ISIS Is Back and Threatens to Be Deadlier Than Ever
The Daily Beast: As well as cruelty and misogyny, Taliban rule has also brought a resurgence in the threat from ISIS. The Sunni Muslim terror group has been allowed to re-group and re-tool in Afghanistan where thousands of fighters are training and plotting attacks, despite Taliban claims that they are trying to clamp down on
Muttaqi: Foreign Ministry Has 38 Offices Abroad
Tolo News: The acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amir Khan Muttaqi, at a gathering said that currently around 38 embassies and political agencies of the Islamic Emirate are active in various countries. Emphasizing the importance of good relations with the world, Amir Khan Muttaqi asked countries to interact with the Islamic Emirate. “The Ministry of
Tolo News in Dari – March 11, 2024
Afghanistan population estimated near 35 million in 1402
Khaama: The recent statement by Afghanistan’s interim government estimating the population at 34.9 million starkly contrasts with international assessments, which suggest the population exceeds 40 million. This significant discrepancy underscores the challenges in accurately gauging the demographic landscape amid the country’s tumultuous circumstances. Mohammad Haleem Rafie, the spokesperson for the Afghan Statistical Office, disclosed that