Afghanistan Times

KABUL – In a sweeping and controversial move, tens of thousands of Afghan refugees who have sought refuge in Pakistan’s capital region are being forced to relocate to other parts of the country by March 31 or face deportation to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. The Pakistani government’s ultimatum, issued last week, has …

KABUL – In a dramatic turn of events, Uzbekistan has handed over seven Black Hawk helicopters to the United States, aircraft that were originally part of the pre-Taliban Afghan army. The helicopters were flown to Uzbekistan by Afghan pilots fleeing the Taliban’s rapid takeover of Afghanistan in 2021, according to …

KABUL — The abrupt decision by the Trump administration to slash billions of dollars in aid to Afghanistan has sent shockwaves through the war-torn nation, leaving a gaping void that China appears eager to fill. With the Taliban struggling to stabilize the economy and millions facing acute humanitarian crises, the …

KABUL — In a dramatic move signaling a significant shift in diplomatic relations, Turkey has terminated the mission of Afghan diplomats appointed by Afghanistan’s former, pro-Western government, effectively clearing the path for the Taliban to appoint their own representatives. The outgoing diplomatic team announced the decision on Thursday, marking a …

KABUL – In a surprising turn of events, the Taliban has expressed its willingness to reset diplomatic relations with the United States under the potential new administration of Donald Trump. However, the group has firmly asserted its claim over the billions of dollars worth of military equipment and vehicles left …

KABUL – United Nations officials have issued a stark warning that the suspension of US foreign aid programs could lead to a dramatic increase in maternal deaths and unintended pregnancies across Afghanistan and other parts of South Asia. Pio Smith, the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) Regional Director for Asia and …

KABUL – Construction of the landmark Trans-Afghan railway, a transformative project connecting Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, is slated to begin in 2025, according to Uzbekistan’s Minister of Transport, Ilhom Mahkamov. The announcement, reported by Kun.uz, marks a significant step forward for the long-anticipated infrastructure initiative aimed at boosting regional trade and …

KABUL – Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers have dismissed concerns over internal divisions, vowing to remain united despite what they describe as “enemy” attempts to sow discord within the movement. The assurance comes amid growing scrutiny over the group’s leadership cohesion and its controversial policies, particularly regarding women’s rights and education. In …

KABUL – A senior Taliban official who publicly condemned the group’s ban on education for girls and women has reportedly fled Afghanistan amid fears of arrest. Sher Abbas Stanikzai, the Taliban’s political deputy at the foreign ministry, had urged the group’s leadership in January to reopen schools for girls, stating …

KABUL – The Taliban has warned that military equipment left behind by the United States in Afghanistan is now their rightful possession and will be used to defend against any efforts to reclaim it. The statement, issued late Monday by Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid, marks the first official response from …