UN urges Taliban to adhere to global norms

AT News KABUL – In a recent UN briefing, Roza Otunbayeva, the UN’s representative for Afghanistan, emphasized the importance of the Taliban adhering to “international norms” for the country’s inclusion on the global stage. This is as the lack of progress in addressing human rights issues is a major hurdle …

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A collision between a passenger bus and a fuel tanker in Helmand claims at least 21 lives

AT Kabul: According to reports from the Information and Culture Directorate of Helmand Province, a traffic accident on the Herat-Kandahar highway has resulted in 21 fatalities and left 38 individuals injured, with 11 of them in critical condition. The incident occurred on Sunday morning in the Yakhchal area of Grishk …

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Afghanistan appoints A Military Attaché in Moscow

AT Kabul: Afghanistan has introduced a new military attaché to the Afghan embassy in Moscow who has been accepted by Russian authorities. Ahmad Zmarak Yaser has recently been introduced as the military attaché in Moscow and has begun his duties, the source said Tolo news. Afghan administration has not officially …

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Iranian Official Reports 20% rise in the smuggling of synthetic drugs from Afghanistan

AT Kabul: Eskandar Momeni, Secretary-General of the Islamic Republic’s Drug Control Headquarters, has stated that drug smuggling from Afghanistan to Iran has increased by 20%. This rise has been determined by the detection of drugs and the surge of methamphetamine from Afghanistan into Iran. According to the ISNA news agency’s …

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Suicide attack on Pakistan military post results in casualties among troops

AT Kabul: Pakistan reports that at least five security forces lost their lives and 17 sustained injuries in a suicide attack targeting a military post near the Afghan border on the morning of March 16. The attackers, numbering six, utilized a vehicle loaded with explosives to carry out the assault …

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UN Security Council underscores the necessity of a continuous presence in Afghanistan

AT Kabul: According to a statement from UNAMA, the UN Security Council (UNSC) emphasized the crucial need for the continuous presence of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and other UN entities across the nation. Additionally, the Council requested the Secretary-General to provide a report every three months on …

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Torkham Crossing has reopened solely for cancer patients from Afghanistan

AT Kabul: An official announced on Thursday that the Torkham crossing, which had been closed for four days, has reopened exclusively for cancer patients. Afghan and Pakistani authorities have agreed to allow patients to cross the border without passports or visas. According to Afghan National Television, cancer patients possessing a …

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US Senators call for more visas for vulnerable Afghans

AT Kabul: Bipartisan senators are urging for an expansion of visas for Afghans who supported U.S. forces, pressing congressional leaders to take action before the opportunity for these individuals to seek refuge in the United States expires. According to The Associated Press, a coalition of Republican and Democratic senators emphasized …

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The European Parliament has passed a resolution regarding Afghanistan

AT Kabul: The European Parliament has adopted a resolution concerning the situation in Afghanistan, emphasizing the importance of upholding human rights in the region. Specifically, the resolution urges the Taliban regime to respect the rights of women and girls. With 513 votes in favor, 9 against, and 24 abstentions, the …

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US: Detention of our citizens by the Taliban hinders positive interaction

AT Kabul: During a press briefing on Tuesday, US spokesperson Matthew Miller disclosed that the U.S. State Department is actively involved in discussions with Taliban representatives to secure the prompt and unconditional release of Americans held captive in Afghanistan. Miller’s clarification followed discussions regarding the recent release of a U.S. …

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