AT News KABUL – During the recent summit of leaders from the founding states of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan addressed a pressing concern regarding the proposed Kosh Tepa canal project in Afghanistan. This canal, designed to divert water from the Amu …
Read More »Over 100 security outposts built along Durand Line
AT Kabul: Afghanistan has established more than 100 security outposts alongside the Durand Line in the eastern parts of the country. These outposts were built by the order of acting Minister of Defense Mawlawi Mohammad Yaqoob. In close vicinity to the outposts, several roads are also being built in addition …
Read More »Russia ready to expand transport routes through Afghanistan to South Asia
AT Kabul: Russia is ready to intensify the expansion of Eurasian transport routes, including those to Afghanistan and South Asia, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said. “Further steps towards the development of the North-South international corridor are a priority. As we have said before, this project can compete with the …
Read More »UN urges Taliban to stop torture, protect the rights of detainees
AT Kabul: The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) called on Afghan rulers to urgently take steps to establish a stronger legal aid framework, and to stop torture of detainees. In a report issued on Wednesday, UNAMA said it has documented more than 1,600 cases of human rights violations committed …
Read More »Afghan women’s mental health drastically declines amid Taliban rule
AT News KABUL – The mental health of Afghan women, who have been grappling with the harsh measures imposed by the Taliban since they assumed power two years ago, has shown a disturbing decline across the nation, according to a comprehensive report jointly published by three United Nations agencies on …
Read More »UN General Assembly includes Afghan women’s rights to agenda
AT News KABUL – In a much-needed move, the United Nations has included the issue of Afghan women and children’s rights on the agenda of the General Assembly. This development was announced on Monday. Reported by The Associated Press, the decision highlights a concerning situation in Afghanistan. Even two years …
Read More »Pakistan halts import of Afghan edibles
AT News KABUL – Pakistan has temporarily halted the import of various food products, with a specific focus on fresh fruits and vegetables from Afghanistan. This decision, made by Pakistan customs officials, comes as a response to a new requirement that importers must adhere to for customs clearance on the …
Read More »US has no plans to recognize Taliban; Kirby
AT News KABUL – US National Security Council Spokesperson John Kirby during a press conference on Monday reiterated the United States’ stance of not recognizing the Taliban, stating that the Taliban had failed to fulfill their international commitments. “We have not extended recognition to the Taliban, and there are no …
Read More »WFP faces dire funding shortage, could run out by October
AT News KABUL – The United Nations World Food Program (WFP), the world’s largest initiative combating hunger, is confronting an unprecedented funding crisis, with its Executive Director Cindy McCain sounding the alarm on Sunday, warning that they are in a “desperate situation” and could exhaust their funds as early as …
Read More »Taliban minister defends curbs on women
AT News KABUL – In an address to a gathering in Badakhshan province, Khalid Hanafi, Taliban’s acting minister of vice and virtue, has defended the decision to impose hijab regulations for women in Afghanistan. Hanafi claims that this policy does not infringe upon women’s rights and is supported by the …
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