By RFE/RL’s Radio Azadi November 24, 2023 Afghanistan’s embassy to New Delhi has announced it is closing permanently due to what it said was “pressure from the Indian government” and lack of diplomatic recognition. The embassy said in a statement that the closure entered into force already on November 23 and came after the ceasing of
Khaama: Gulalai Farida, known as Ustad Mahwash, is one of Afghanistan’s most beloved musicians, earning titles such as “Ustad” (meaning master) and “Lady of Afghan Music” throughout her illustrious career. After five decades of artistic dedication, she bid farewell to the stage. Click here to read more (external link).
By RFE/RL’s Radio Azadi November 23, 2023 The family of former prosecutor Mohammad Naqi Taqi, who was forced out when Taliban militants took power in August 2021, has confirmed his death in eastern Afghanistan, saying it appears he was brutally slain by unknown assailants. Taqi’s son told RFE/RL’s Radio Azadi on November 22 that his father
Khaama: According to Pakistani media, authorities in the country have reported that the process of deporting migrants will be carried out as previously planned. The interim government of Pakistan intends to deport approximately one million Afghan migrants by January 2024. Reports continue to indicate that many Afghans, fearing the situation in Afghanistan under Taliban control,
Tolo News: A meeting under the title of “Afghanistan in the past and future” with the participation of Islamic Emirate [Taliban] opponents and envoys of various countries was held on Thursday in Moscow. They discussed the formation of an inclusive government, the situation of women, and the UN activities in Afghanistan. “I emphasize that I
8am: Local sources have reported the detention of a Philosophy student from Bamyan University by the Taliban after he criticized the lack of security in the province. Sources claim that since the Taliban regained control in this region, at least 30 residents of Bamyan, including women and children, have mysteriously become victims of violence. Click
Ariana: Afghanistan allrounder Rashid Khan has withdrawn from this year’s Big Bash League (BBL) in Australia due to a back injury. According to a statement issued by the team Rashid played for, Adelaide Strikers, the Afghan cricket legend will undergo surgery. Click here to read more (external link).
Ayaz Gul VOA News November 22, 2023 ISLAMABAD — Afghanistan’s Taliban government has told the United Nations that it will consider religious values and refuse outside interference in the country’s internal affairs when dealing with the world. The statement was submitted to the U.N. this week in response to a Security Council-commissioned assessment that included recommendations
WarontheRocks: Contradicting Biden’s assessment, the Taliban’s 2021 ascension reinvigorated al-Qaeda’s Afghan operations. Al-Qaeda commanders are back in Afghanistan, swiftly reactivating the group’s presence. Training camps are now operational in five provinces, including Zabul and Nuristan, areas that Osama bin Laden once earmarked as crucial for al-Qaeda. In Nuristan, these camps are actively training suicide bombers,