8am: Following public protests in Herat against the detention of women for not wearing a chadari (burqa), the Taliban has issued a statement on hijab, calling on women to cover their entire bodies and faces and to behave in a manner that prevents their voices from being heard. In a statement titled “Islamic Hijab” published
Afghanistan International: An eyewitness to Tuesday’s protests in Herat told Afghanistan International that he personally witnessed one person being killed and at least 22 others injured during the protest. Other local sources also reported civilian casualties and said there may have been at least one fatality. However, the exact number of dead and injured has
Afghanistan International: Residents of Herat told Afghanistan International that Taliban authorities launched a large-scale operation on Saturday to detain women accused of violating the group’s mandatory dress code, with more than 20 women reportedly arrested in one area alone. Witnesses said Taliban officials also detained women at the Almas Sharq shopping centre and in the
Amu: Amo Region booked its place in the final of Afghanistan’s 2026 e& Regional List A Tournament on Monday after defeating Band-e-Amir Region by 93 runs, powered by a record-setting innings from top-order batter Imran Mir. The victory lifted Amo Region to the top of the standings with seven points from six matches, making it
Amu: A senior Taliban cleric in Kabul has said that schooling for women and girls is “forbidden,” arguing that they should be limited to studying certain religious subjects, including matters related to marriage, child-rearing and household responsibilities. Click here to read more (external link). Related Afghan Everest climber launches campaign for girls’ education in Afghanistan
Afghanistan International: United Nations Security Council says Taliban officials and fighters committed sexual violence against women, with United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan documenting 21 cases involving 15 women and six girls in 2025. According to the report, Taliban officials and fighters subjected Afghan women to rape and gang rape. Some victims were also stripped
Khaama: The England and Wales Cricket Board said members of the Afghanistan women refugee cricket team will travel to United Kingdom next month to participate in T20 matches and international cricket events. According to the ECB, 20 members of the team will begin their trip to England on June 22 in what will be the
NPR: The photos, which document the sparse reality of the cousins’ lives today and their hopes for a less gloomy future, are on display through May 30 at the Photoville Festival in Brooklyn, New York. Click here to view photo essay (external link).
Amu: Zakia Ahmad “River”, an Australia-based refugee, has become the first Afghan woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest, according to her expedition organizers. Ahmad reached the 8,849-meter (29,032-foot) peak at 7:20 a.m. local time on May 21, completing a climb she said was intended to raise awareness about women’s rights, refugee resilience and
Amu: Exiled members of Afghanistan’s women’s cricket team are urging the International Cricket Council to recognize them as an official national side, arguing that the organization should follow the example set by FIFA in supporting displaced Afghan athletes. The appeal comes after FIFA changed its rules to allow exiled players from Afghanistan’s women’s football team