Afghanistan and the Idea of Federal State?
8am: This type of political system exists in developed countries of the world such as the United States of America, the federal government of Germany, Pakistan, India, Canada, Switzerland, and 16 other countries. Racial, religious, and linguistic diversity in some countries compelled them to move toward federalism to create a system responsive to the needs of the people. Click here to read more (external link).
15 Months After Takeover, Taliban Not Recognized by World
Tolo News: Political experts believe that the failure to implement the Doha Agreement, the closing of girls’ schools and the lack of an inclusive government are the reasons why the current government has not been recognized so far. Even though no government has recognized the Islamic Emirate, representatives from India, China, Uzbekistan, the European Union, Russia, and the United Arab Emirates, have a presence in Kabul. Click here to read more (external link).
Afghanistan sends 12 tons of pine nuts to Europe
Ariana: The consignment is worth $500,000 and is expected to reach Germany via Iran and Turkey, said Sayed Masood Sadat, deputy head of Herat Chamber of Commerce and Investment. Click here to read more (external link).
Afghan woman becomes first to race in Ironman World Championship in St. George
OCTOBER 28: Zeinab Rezaie of Afghanistan celebrates after crossing the finish line during the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship on October 28, 2022 in St George, Utah.
KUTV: The first Afghan woman to complete the Ironman World Championship in St. George crossed the finish line on Friday. Athlete Zeinab Rezaie, 27, made history over the weekend, but she said getting to that point wasn’t easy after a difficult year. Click here to read more (external link).
The Liberation Front Claims of Attacking on a Taliban Camp in Kapisa, Killing Three Taliban Soldeirs
8am: Sources on Saturday, October 29, said that this attack took place on Friday night, October 28, at a Taliban outpost in the Rig Rawan area of Kapisa province. According to the Freedom Front newsletter, three Taliban fighters have been killed and four others are wounded in this attack. Click here to read more (external link).
Tolo News in Dari – October 29, 2022
US seeking new deal with Taliban: Hekmatyar
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar
Ariana: Hekmatyar said that the sides have already started talks and achieved some progress. Limiting airstrikes, printing of new afghani banknotes and increasing cash aid are likely to be part of the agreement between the two sides. Click here to read more (external link).
Taliban Allegedly Imprison and Torture People Under the Pretext of Having Weapons in Ghazni
8am: On Saturday, October 29, local sources said that the Taliban have imprisoned and tortured the residents of Khaja Omari district in recent days under the pretext of having weapons. The sources further added that the detained individuals were released in exchange for money and their stories of experiencing the Taliban’s prison is heartbreaking. Click here to read more (external link).
Money Exchanger’s Union Concerned by Dollars Trafficked Out of Country
Tolo News: The Union of Money Exchangers of Sarai Shahzada expressed concerns over the trafficking of US banknotes to neighboring countries, saying that this would have a negative impact on the Afghan economy. The union said that the trafficking of dollars abroad will affect the value of Afghan currency. Click here to read more (external link).