Taliban kill 8 Islamic State leaders in Afghanistan

AT News KABUL – A senior US envoy has said the Taliban have allegedly killed eight leaders of the Islamic State terror group in a new offensive against the group’s branch in Afghanistan. Tom West, the U.S. special representative for Afghanistan, shared the assessment during a Tuesday seminar at the …

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600,000 Afghans entered Pakistan since Taliban takeover

AT News KABUL – Over 600,000 Afghan have arrived in Pakistan in the two years since the Taliban retook control of Afghanistan in 2021. According to official Pakistani government estimates, 600,000 Afghans seeking asylum have arrived in the country since the Taliban returned to power, UN High Commissioner for Refugees …

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China appoints ambassador to Afghanistan

AT News KABUL – In a historic move, China has officially appointed its first full-time Ambassador to Afghanistan, making it the first country to establish diplomatic representation since the Taliban’s takeover in August 2021. Local sources have confirmed this significant development, underlining China’s commitment to engage with Afghanistan. The newly …

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Contrary to UN report, U.S. downplays al Qaeda’s presence in Afghanistan

AT News KABUL – On the eve of the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, U.S. officials are making controversial claims about the current status of Al Qaeda in Afghanistan. American intelligence agencies are downplaying the terror group’s presence in the region, suggesting that Al Qaeda is at its lowest …

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Russia prepares for World Youth Festival in Sochi

AT News KABUL – The World Youth Festival, one of the most anticipated international youth gatherings, has officially opened its registration doors for an unforgettable week of inspiration, learning, and cultural exchange. Themed “Let’s start the future together,” the World Youth Festival beckons to young leaders worldwide, spanning the ages …

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Amid political standoff, Pakistan steps up crackdown on Afghan refugees

AT News KABUL – Amid the ongoing political tensions between Kabul and Islamabad, Afghan refugees in Pakistan find themselves caught in the crossfire as they complain of mistreatment by the country’s police. Pakistani authorities have once again intensified efforts to detain refugees from Afghanistan, marking a concerning turn of events …

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Top UN official condemns Taliban’s systematic assault on freedom

AT News KABUL – In a stark address to the 54th session of the Human Rights Council, Volker Türk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, has issued a grave warning about the deteriorating state of human rights in Afghanistan and condemned “Taliban’s systematic assault on freedom. Türk’s remarks …

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Former Marine Corps general warns of strong Taliban-al Qaeda ties

AT News KABUL – Former Marine Corps General Frank McKenzie, who once commanded the United States Central Command, has voiced concerns about the Taliban’s relationship with al Qaeda. He asserted that this relationship is “far stronger” than their connection with the United States. In the interview on CBS’s “Face The …

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Pakistan accuses Taliban of encroaching on Pakistan territory

AT News KABUL – Pakistan has raised concerns over the Taliban administration’s construction of what it deems an ‘unlawful structure’ within its borders, a recent spike in escalated tensions between the two neighboring nations. Pakistan is also accusing Taliban border forces of engaging in “indiscriminate firing” which caused the main …

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As tensions soar with Pakistan, Taliban condemn closure of Torkham crossing

AT News KABUL – The Taliban have strongly criticized the abrupt closure of Torkham border crossing as tensions are soaring amidst a streak of accusations and counter-accusations between Pakistani and Taliban governments. This is as fierce clashes along the border last week has sparked concerns of significant economic losses for …

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