AT News KABUL – The death toll from a series of powerful earthquakes that rocked western Afghanistan has surged to over 2,000, as confirmed by a spokesperson from the Taliban government on Sunday. This seismic catastrophe ranks among the deadliest to strike the nation in the past two decades. The …
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AT News KABUL – In a stern warning issued on Saturday, the United Nations raised concerns about the potential severe human rights violations that could result from Pakistan’s decision to forcibly deport Afghans living in the country. These violations include the separation of families and the deportation of minors. Pakistan …
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AT News KABUL – In a historic moment, the very first car produced in Afghanistan took center stage at the prestigious 2023 Geneva International Motor Show in Doha, Qatar. The event showcased the cutting-edge innovations and technological advancements in the automotive industry. Mohammad Reza Ahmadi, the CEO of Entop Company, …
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AT News KABUL – At least 15 people have been killed, with 40 more injured, following two powerful earthquakes measuring 6.3 in magnitude that struck the western regions of Afghanistan. The affected areas include Herat, Badghis, Farah provinces, and neighboring regions. The seismic activity, which occurred on Saturday, prompted immediate …
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AT News KABUL – The Pakistan government has announced measures to tighten its grip on Afghan transit trade. On Tuesday, Islamabad unveiled a 10 percent processing fee for items imported under the Afghan transit trade agreement in what it says is to combat smuggling and ensure proper taxation, addressing concerns …
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AT News KABUL – Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai, in a recent statement, criticized the treatment of Afghan immigrants by the Pakistani government, deeming it inappropriate and inconsistent with the principles of good neighborliness. Karzai took to social media to emphasize that these actions are contrary to the long-standing brotherhood …
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AT News KABUL – Iranian government-affiliated media outlets have recently started a campaign to demonize Afghan migrants in Iran and Tehran is also seeking urgent measures against illegal immigration. This takes place amid Iran’s increasing internal woes including anti-government upheavals and economic hardships and the issue of Afghan migrants is …
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AT News KABUL – The Taliban have issued a robust commitment to safeguard Chinese citizens in Afghanistan against terrorist threats, marking a deepening bond between the two nations that has raised concerns among global observers. China, notably the first major world power to reestablish its embassy in Kabul following the …
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AT News KABUL – The White House has emphasized the importance of the Taliban meeting its commitments to gain international legitimacy. This statement comes just days after a Taliban-appointed Afghan minister asserted that ‘men and women are not equal’ based on Sharia law. John Kirby, Coordinator for Strategic Communications at …
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AT News KABUL – The Taliban administration in Kabul has strongly criticized Pakistan’s ultimatum to forcibly expel illegal Afghan immigrants, labeling it as “unacceptable.” The spokesman for the Taliban administration, Zabihullah Mujahid, stated on Wednesday that Afghans should not be held responsible for Pakistan’s security issues. Pakistan’s caretaker government, in …
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