Over 10 nations call out Afghanistan’s Human Rights Abuses

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Khaama: Over 10 countries condemned Afghanistan’s human rights violations, urging international accountability and justice, especially for women, vulnerable groups, and marginalized communities. Countries including Canada, Italy, Indonesia, Qatar, Ireland, South Africa, and Switzerland voiced deep concerns about the systematic suppression of women’s rights and gender-based violence under the Taliban regime. Delegates called for greater international accountability and urged the Taliban to cease public executions and oppressive policies. Click here to read more (external link).

Killed Two Taliban Fighters In Takhar, Says AFF

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Afghanistan International: The Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) has claimed responsibility for an attack on a vehicle carrying Taliban fighters in the capital of Takhar province, saying two members of the group were killed. Local sources in Takhar confirmed to Afghanistan International that an explosion was heard in the city on Saturday night, consistent with the timing of the reported attack. Click here to read more (external link).

Oil prices rise in Afghanistan amid Iran-Israel tensions

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Amu: Fuel prices have surged in Afghanistan in recent days, a development that traders attribute to the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Residents and business owners report that the price of gasoline and diesel has climbed by at least seven afghanis per liter over the past three days. Economic observers warn that if the conflict continues, it could trigger further increases not only in fuel and liquefied gas prices but also in food and other essential commodities. Click here to read more (external link).

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Over 400 health centers shut down in Afghanistan following US aid suspension

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Ariana: The World Health Organization (WHO) and its partner organization, the Global Health Cluster, have reported the closure of 422 health centers across Afghanistan, following the suspension of US humanitarian aid to the country. As a result, more than three million people in 30 provinces have lost access to essential healthcare services. Click here to read more (external link).

Afghan interpreter for US army detained by ICE in San Diego

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Ariana: An Afghan man who formerly served as an interpreter for the U.S. Army has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following his arrest on Thursday at a federal courthouse in downtown San Diego. The man, who is seeking asylum in the United States, was taken into custody shortly after his initial immigration hearing. His detention is part of a recent wave of courthouse arrests by federal immigration authorities in San Diego and across the country. Click here to read more (external link).

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Afghan migrants in Iran fear for safety amid tensions with Israel

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Amu: “If there is a war between Iran and Israel, our safety will be in danger,” said one migrant, speaking on condition of anonymity. “We don’t know what will happen; our future will become more unclear.” Political and economic analysts warn that intensifying regional conflict could have far-reaching consequences for Afghanistan. “Increased military tensions between Iran and Israel could seriously disrupt Afghan trade routes through Iran and create new challenges for imports and exports,” said one economist. Click here to read more (external link).

Female teachers say Taliban dismissed them without pensions

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Amu: The teachers, some of whom have worked for decades within Afghanistan’s public school system, are protesting the abrupt loss of livelihood and demanding that their owed wages be paid. In addition to dismissals, female educators report that their salaries have been repeatedly cut and some have been reassigned to distant schools under Taliban orders. Meanwhile, government employees facing dismissal assert that the process has been arbitrary and lacks transparency. Click here to read more (external link).