AT News KABUL: In a recent statement commemorating Eid-al Adha, Mawlawi Hibatullah Akhundzada, the leader of the Taliban, conveyed the group’s aspirations for amicable political and economic ties with the global community. Emphasizing their interest in fostering relations, especially with Islamic nations, Akhundzada underscored the Taliban’s commitment to fulfilling their …

AT News KABUL: Graduates from Paktia University in Afghanistan recently called for the reopening of schools and universities for girls, urging the Taliban to take immediate action. The graduates emphasized that girls have the right to education and should not have their time wasted. One graduate, Ahmadullah, mentioned that girls …

AT News KABUL: A recent UN report has shed light on the growing drug crisis in Afghanistan, revealing that nearly ten percent of Afghan adults are drug users. Afghanistan, known as one of the largest producers of heroin and methamphetamine worldwide, is estimated to have approximately 4 million drug users, …

AT News KABUL: Taliban’s supreme leader has stated that his government has taken necessary actions to improve the lives of women in Afghanistan, a country where women face bans on public life, employment, and limited access to education. Hibatullah Akhundzada’s statement was released ahead of the upcoming Eid al-Adha holiday, …

AT News KABUL: The United Nations Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Opinion and Expression, Irene Khan, says the Taliban have completely wiped out public presence of women in Afghanistan. During the 53rd regular session of the Human Rights Council, Khan highlighted the crucial role of women’s rights groups in promoting …

AT News KABUL: In light of the urgent humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan has taken a significant step by delivering crucial medical supplies to the country. A special flight transported the much-needed medical aid on Saturday. Led by Deputy Chairman of the Security Council, Taalatbek Masadykov, a Kyrgyz delegation personally …

AT News KABUL: China’s representative to the United Nations, Zhang Jun, has urged the lifting of sanctions against the Taliban administration by the United States and Western countries. Ambassador Zhang underlined the importance of Afghanistan’s participation in regional economic and trade cooperation initiatives. He called for increased dialogue and engagement …

AT News KABUL: In a UN Security Council meeting on the Situation in Afghanistan, Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations Saeed Iravani strongly criticized the seizure of Afghanistan’s foreign assets and unilateral sanctions, attributing them to exacerbation of the country’s humanitarian crisis. Iravani emphasized the need for impartial and unconditional …

AT News KABUL: The Canadian government announced on Friday that it has given its approval for a new legislation aimed at facilitating humanitarian aid to Afghanistan. The legislation has received royal assent and is now in effect. Under the authorization regime, a broader spectrum of activities will be supported, including …

AT News KABUL: Pakistan is foaming at the mouth over a recent statement by U.S. and Indian presidents in a meeting in the White House urging Islamabad to ensure that its territory is not used as a base for militant attacks. In response to recent remarks by U.S. President Joe …