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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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Uzbekistan delegation aims to enhance economic ties during its visit to Kabul

AT Kabul: The Afghanistan Acting Prime Minister’s office announced that on Tuesday, March 13th, Bakhtiyar Sahidov, Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister and the country’s special representative for Afghanistan affairs, held talks with Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund. According to the statement, Sahidov conveyed Uzbekistan’s eagerness to share its expertise in implementing economic and …

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The hunger crisis in Afghanistan is disproportionately affecting women and children

AT Kabul: Nearly 16 million Afghan people in acute food insecurity, including 3.5 million people at emergency levels, according to UN’s World Food Program. Afghanistan is one of several countries around the world in the grip of a food crisis, where a mix of politics, economics and nature’s ravages are …

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Russians citizens participates in presidential elections in March 17, 2024

AT Kabul: Russia will hold a presidential election on March 15-17 which results will follow shortly afterwards and the winner will be commenced in May. Dmitri Zhirnov, the Russian ambassador to Afghanistan, regarding the organization of the Russian presidential election on March 17, 2024 stated that the Russian presidential election …

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Afghan man faces rape charges in Virginia, US

AT Kabul: An Afghan man was apprehended in Prince William County, Virginia, following an investigation into a sexual assault complaint, according to police statements. Reports from the media indicate that Mohammad Haroon Hakimi, 33 years old, is facing charges of rape following an accusation by a 27-year-old woman. She alleges …

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Amidst humanitarian distress, over 200 Afghan migrants have been deported from Pakistan

AT Kabul: The Ministry of Migrants and Repatriates in Afghanistan has announced the compulsory repatriation of 200 Afghan migrants from Pakistan. According to the ministry’s statement posted on its social media platform X on Monday, March 11, these migrants returned to the country via the Torkham border crossing. Additionally, the …

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