Afghanistan Times

In a stark demonstration of its stringent judicial practices, the Taliban publicly flogged five individuals in Kandahar on Wednesday, October 9. Each person received 39 lashes for charges including adultery, sodomy, and theft, as confirmed by the Taliban’s Supreme Court. This incident is part of a broader trend, as the …

KABUL – As the United Nations prepares to host pivotal working group meetings on private sector development and narcotics control in Kabul, the Taliban have intensified their consultations with international donors and aid organizations. The discussions aim to address Afghanistan’s growing economic challenges and the ongoing narcotics crisis, building on …

KABUL – In a significant diplomatic move, China’s Ambassador to Afghanistan, Zhao Xing, announced that China is ready to deepen its political and economic cooperation with Afghanistan’s interim government. Calling Afghanistan a “good neighbor,” Ambassador Zhao highlighted the substantial progress in political relations between the two countries. “China is a …

KABUL – The United Nations World Food Program (WFP) has sounded the alarm, revealing that 12.4 million Afghans are now suffering from “severe” levels of food insecurity. According to its latest report, millions are struggling with the uncertainty of where their next meal will come from, as the humanitarian situation …

KABUL — The safety of Chinese nationals working on major development projects in Pakistan is increasingly jeopardized as separatist militants ramp up attacks, perceiving their presence as a significant threat to local resources and influence. In a recent incident, two Chinese workers were killed in a bombing near Karachi’s Jinnah …

KABUL – In a significant boost to trade ties, Kyrgyzstan has dramatically increased its gasoline exports to Afghanistan by 27 times in the first seven months of 2024, according to the National Statistical Committee. The country shipped a total of 19,300 liters of gasoline to Afghanistan, earning $8.9 million in …

KABUL – The Taliban regime has voiced alarm over the escalating political unrest in Pakistan, calling on Islamabad to resolve the situation through peaceful dialogue. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement on Sunday, warning that the ongoing tensions between the Pakistani government and supporters of the opposition Pakistan …

KABUL – Afghanistan’s trade with Pakistan has plummeted by 60% this year, according to the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI), as the nation shifts its trade focus towards Iran. The drop marks a significant economic shift for Afghanistan, long reliant on Pakistan as its primary trade route to …

KABUL – In a powerful Friday prayer address, Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, called on Afghanistan and other Islamic nations to form a united “defense belt” against Israel. Speaking in Tehran, Khamenei emphasized the need for vigilance and solidarity among Muslim countries, warning that if they fail to assist each …

KABUL – John Bolton, the former U.S. National Security Advisor, has issued a stark warning about the resurgence of foreign terrorist fighters returning to Afghanistan following the Taliban’s takeover. Speaking at a recent debate, Bolton highlighted the significant changes in the security landscape since the U.S. military withdrawal in August …