Amu: At least four people have been killed and 32 others wounded in a series of clashes across Afghanistan’s northeastern Badakhshan province, local sources said on Monday, amid growing tensions involving Taliban forces, local residents and armed opposition activity. Residents and local sources told Amu TV that the violence has continued since late last week in several districts, including Argo, Shukai, Khash and Jurm. The clashes stemmed from separate disputes involving poppy cultivation, control of mining sites and what sources described as armed resistance against the Taliban. Restrictions on independent reporting and limited access to the affected districts have made it difficult to verify the full scale of the violence. Click here to read more (external link).
Taliban Order Cut To Residential Fibre-Optic Internet In Kabul, Say Sources
Afghanistan International: According to the officials, participants at the meeting were informed that, on the orders of Mullah Abdul Ahad Fazli, public access to the internet would be further restricted and residential fibre-optic internet services disconnected. One company official said the move could have serious economic consequences. “If this order is implemented, not only will residential Wi-Fi services be cut off, but hundreds of employees will lose their jobs and companies will suffer heavy financial losses,” the official said. Click here to read more (external link).
Ancient Buddhist-Era Archaeological Site Discovered In Eastern Afghanistan
Khaama: A newly discovered Buddhist-era archaeological site in Afghanistan’s Laghman province contains ancient stone carvings, structures and historical remains. According to the statement, the site was discovered in Qarghayi district near a permanent migrant settlement and along the foothills of the Siyah mountain area. Officials said the location contains stone-carved statues, ancient wall structures, niches and other historical remains linked to Afghanistan’s Buddhist past. Click here to read more (external link).
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Afghanistan wins six medals at Powerlifting Championship in Belarus
Amu: Afghanistan’s athletes won four gold medals, one silver and one bronze at Powerlifting Championship in Belarus, which was held from May 6 to May 10 in Belarus. According to the Taliban-run General Directorate of Physical Education and Sports, the gold medals were won by Fawad Shirinsokhan, Jaber Shirinsokhan, Noor Ahmad Sakhizada and Mirwais Rafiizada. Rohullah Khairandish won a silver medal, while Hamidullah Hakimi secured bronze. Powerlifting and combat sports remain among Afghanistan’s most active international sports. Click here to read more (external link).
Taliban sign $20 million gold mining deal in Kunduz
Amu: Taliban on Sunday informed of signing a $20.2 million contract for the extraction of gold in northern Kunduz province with Afghan and Azerbaijani companies. But critics, including economists and anti-corruption advocates, have repeatedly raised concerns about the lack of transparency surrounding the contracts, revenue collection and oversight of Afghanistan’s mining sector. Click here to read more (external link).
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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 to compete internationally without approval from the Taliban. Click here to read more (external link).
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Taliban Detain Several People After Clashes In Panjshir’s Paryan District
Afghanistan International: Local sources told Afghanistan International that armed clashes erupted in parts of Paryan district in Panjshir on Thursday, after which Taliban forces reportedly detained at least seven villagers. According to local reports, security tensions in Paryan have been building for several months. Click here to read more (external link).
Taliban-residents clashes in Badakhshan leave at least two dead
Amu:At least two people have been killed and about 14 others wounded in ongoing clashes between local residents and Taliban forces in Afghanistan’s northeastern Badakhshan province, local sources said on Saturday. The fighting began on Thursday in Argo district and was continuing into Friday, the sources said. Residents and local officials attributed the unrest to Taliban operations aimed at destroying poppy fields in the district, part of a broader campaign by Taliban authorities to enforce a nationwide ban on opium cultivation. Click here to read more (external link).