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Former Afghan FM Calls On Taliban & Rivals To Unite For Afghanistan’s Defence

Former Afghan FM Calls On Taliban & Rivals To Unite For Afghanistan’s Defence

Former Afghan foreign minister Hanif Atmar has urged the Taliban and political opposition to mobilise to defend the country following civilian casualties in a Pakistani strike on Kabul.

Taliban Deputy Army Chief Visits Border Areas In Paktika

Taliban Deputy Army Chief Visits Border Areas In Paktika

The Taliban Defence Ministry said its deputy army chief, Mali Khan Siddiq, visited border areas in Paktika, rejecting Pakistan’s claims of territorial control as false propaganda.

Taliban Lift Visa Requirement For Iranian Lorry Drivers

The Taliban governor’s office in Herat said on Friday that Iranian lorry drivers will no longer need visas to enter Afghanistan, in a move aimed at easing cross-border trade.

Pakistan Strike On Rehab Centre likely War Crime, Says Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch says Pakistan’s strike on a drug treatment center in Kabul, which killed civilians, was unlawful and likely a war crime, calling for an immediate, impartial investigation and accountability.

Russia, Taliban In Talks On Recruiting Afghan Workers

Russia, Taliban In Talks On Recruiting Afghan Workers

Zamir Kabulov, Russia’s special envoy for Afghanistan, said Moscow is in talks with Taliban officials about recruiting Afghan workers.

Torkham Crossing Closed Again After Pakistani Guard Wounded

Torkham Crossing Closed Again After Pakistani Guard Wounded

Pakistani media reported on Friday that the Torkham border crossing was once again closed to the deportation of undocumented Afghan migrants after a Pakistani border guard was wounded.

Malaysia Reviewing Recognition Of Taliban Administration, Says PM Ibrahim

Malaysia Reviewing Recognition Of Taliban Administration, Says PM Ibrahim

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said his country is reviewing whether to recognise the Taliban administration in co-ordination with the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.

Malaysian PM Holds Separate Talks With Pakistan & Taliban Prime Ministers

Malaysian PM Holds Separate Talks With Pakistan & Taliban Prime Ministers

Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia’s prime minister on Thursday held separate phone calls with his Pakistani counterpart and the Taliban’s prime minister.

Bodies Still Missing After Strike On Kabul Rehab Center, Says Taliban

Bodies Still Missing After Strike On Kabul Rehab Center, Says Taliban

Taliban authorities held a group funeral on Thursday for victims of a Pakistani airstrike on a drug treatment center in Kabul, with dozens still unaccounted for.

Eid Ceasefire Has Ended, Operation In Afghanistan Resumes, Says Pakistan

Eid Ceasefire Has Ended, Operation In Afghanistan Resumes, Says Pakistan

Pakistan said it has resumed military operations in Afghanistan after a temporary Eid ceasefire ended, targeting what it described as militant hideouts.

International Organisations Call On Taliban To Reopen Schools For Girls

International Organisations Call On Taliban To Reopen Schools For Girls

International officials and organisations have renewed calls for equal access to education in Afghanistan as the new school year begins, with a focus on girls’ rights.

Taliban Outlines School Plans, Stay Silent On Girls’ Secondary Education

Taliban Outlines School Plans, Stay Silent On Girls’ Secondary Education

The Taliban’s Education Ministry has set out its plans for the new academic year without mentioning the reopening of secondary schools for girls, leaving millions without access to education.

Taliban Start New Academic Year With Girls Still Barred From Classrooms

Taliban Start New Academic Year With Girls Still Barred From Classrooms

The Taliban’s Ministry of Education on Thursday marked the start of the new Persian school year in a ceremony in which Taliban officials rang the school bell.

Seven People Flogged In Kabul & Balkh, Says Taliban

Seven People Flogged In Kabul & Balkh, Says Taliban

The Taliban’s Supreme Court said at least seven people were flogged in Kabul and Balkh in the days following Eid al-Fitr.

Taliban Opponents Call For Afghan Political System Based On Popular Vote

Taliban Opponents Call For Afghan Political System Based On Popular Vote

A group of politicians and representatives of anti-Taliban groups said after a two-day meeting in London that Afghanistan’s future political system must be based on the will and vote of the people, within the framework of a modern constitution.

Torkham Crossing Will Remain Closed, Says Taliban

Torkham Crossing Will Remain Closed, Says Taliban

Taliban border police say reports that the Torkham crossing will reopen are false and that the key Afghanistan-Pakistan route remains closed.

Effort Turns To Habibi, Overby After Coyle’s Release, Says US

Effort Turns To Habibi, Overby After Coyle’s Release, Says US

Sebastian Gorka, deputy assistant to the US president, said efforts are continuing to secure the release of two Americans still believed to be held in Afghanistan after the Taliban freed Dennis Coyle.

Taliban Denies Starting Conflict with Pakistan, Urges Ceasefire Extension

Taliban Denies Starting Conflict with Pakistan, Urges Ceasefire Extension

Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said calls to extend the ceasefire are primarily directed at Pakistan, insisting the group did not initiate the conflict.

Taliban Detains Two Polish Nationals In Afghanistan, Say Sources

Taliban Detains Two Polish Nationals In Afghanistan, Say Sources

Knowledgeable sources told Afghanistan International that the Taliban have recently detained two Polish nationals. The sources said the men had travelled to Afghanistan for business purposes.

Pakistan’s War Strategy: Are US Weapons The Main Target While Taliban Leaders Are Spared?

Pakistan’s War Strategy: Are US Weapons The Main Target While Taliban Leaders Are Spared?

The conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan has entered a dangerous new phase since late February, raising serious concerns about regional stability.

Pakistani Shelling Kills Two In Afghan Province Of Kunar, Says Taliban

Pakistani Shelling Kills Two In Afghan Province Of Kunar, Says Taliban

Local Taliban officials in Kunar province say Pakistan fired 85 mortar rounds over the past 24 hours at the provincial capital and the districts of Sarkano, Manogai and Nari.

Pakistan To Reopen Torkham Border Crossing At Taliban’s Request

Pakistan To Reopen Torkham Border Crossing At Taliban’s Request

Sources in Pakistan say the country has decided to reopen the Torkham border crossing on March 5 at the request of Taliban officials.