Afghanistan

Three Afghan Cricketers—Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon—Killed in Pakistani Airstrike on Paktika Province

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Paktika

The cricketing world has been plunged into mourning following the tragic deaths of three young Afghan cricketers—Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon—in a reported Pakistani airstrike on Afghanistan’s eastern Paktika province. The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed the deaths, stating that the players were among eight civilians killed when an airstrike struck Urgun district on Friday evening. … Read more

Afghan Women Reportedly Denied Aid by Male Rescuers After Earthquake Due to Taliban’s ‘No Skin Contact’ Restrictions

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no skin contact

In the aftermath of a devastating earthquake in Afghanistan, reports have emerged that women in affected areas were denied critical aid by male rescuers due to the Taliban’s strict “no skin contact” restrictions. These rules, rooted in the Taliban’s interpretation of Islamic law, prohibit physical contact between unrelated men and women, creating significant barriers to … Read more

Sickening! 45-Year-Old Afghan Man Marries 6-Year-Old Girl After Paying Her Family

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45-Year-Old Afghan Man Marries 6-Year-Old Girl

45-Year-Old Afghan Man Marries 6-Year-Old Girl in Helmand province has sparked widespread outrage, shining a harsh light on the persistent issue of child marriage in the country. The incident, which took place in the Marjah district, involved the groom, already married to two women, paying the girl’s family through the traditional practice of walwar—a bride … Read more

Whitney Wright Faces Outrage after Posing with an AK-47 in Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan

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Whitney Wright

Whitney Wright, an American adult film star whose real name is Brittni Rayne Whittington, has sparked widespread outrage after sharing images from her recent trip to Afghanistan. The controversy began when she posted a photo of herself holding an AK-47 rifle, a weapon commonly associated with Taliban fighters. The image implied that she was traveling … Read more

British Couple Arrested by Taliban in Afghanistan for Teaching Mothers Parenting with Children

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British couple arrested by Taliban

The British couple arrested by Taliban in Afghanistan, Peter Reynolds, 79, and his wife, Barbie, 75, were detained on 1 February while returning to their home in Bamiyan province. The elderly couple, who had been working on educational projects in the country for nearly two decades, were taken into custody alongside their American-Chinese friend, Faye … Read more

Police Arrested Two in Afghanistan in Charge of Involvement in 50 kg of Illicit Drug Smuggling

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50 kg of Illicit Drug

In a significant operation, Afghan police discovered over 50 kg of illicit drugs and arrested two suspected drug traffickers in Nimroz province. This latest seizure is part of the Afghan interim government’s ongoing efforts to eradicate drug trafficking and ensure a drug-free nation. The fight against drug smuggling remains a crucial priority for Afghan authorities … Read more

Taliban Minister Mohammad Nabi Omari Breaks Down in Tears on Girls’ Education: Watch

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Mohammad Nabi Omari

The issue of girls’ education in Afghanistan remains a deeply contentious topic under the Taliban’s rule. In a rare display of emotion, Mohammad Nabi Omari, the Taliban’s Deputy Minister of Interior, was seen breaking down in tears while discussing the strict educational restrictions imposed by the Taliban leadership. In a speech delivered at the Aisha … Read more

Polio is Back in Pakistan and Afghanistan: 73 New Cases Recorded

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polio

The global effort to eradicate polio has encountered a major obstacle as the disease re-emerges in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Once on the verge of eradication, the sudden resurgence of cases has highlighted the complexities of combating infectious diseases in conflict zones and regions with poor healthcare infrastructure. In 2024, cases have surged alarmingly to 73, … Read more

Taliban Orders All NGOs in Afghanistan to Stop Employing Women or Face Closure

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Taliban

The Taliban’s latest directive barring women from employment within nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) marks a new chapter in their efforts to enforce strict gender segregation in Afghanistan. This move comes amidst a backdrop of increasing restrictions on women’s freedoms, drawing global condemnation and raising concerns about the nation’s humanitarian crisis. A History of Restricting Women’s Roles … Read more

Kitchen Must Be Windowless to Prevent Obscene Acts Against Women: Taliban

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Taliban

The Taliban’s latest directive underscores their continued efforts to impose stringent restrictions on women and their visibility in Afghan society. With the latest order, Afghanistan’s rulers have mandated windowless kitchens and similar measures to block areas used by women from public view, citing concerns about “obscene acts.” This development represents another stark reminder of the … Read more