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 …
Read More »UN chief calls for an end to Taliban ban on girls’ education
AT News KABUL – United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres marked a somber milestone on Monday, September 18, as it has been two years since girls in Afghanistan were prohibited from attending high school. In a post, he denounced this as an indefensible violation of human rights that has inflicted enduring …
Read More »Amnesty International urges Taliban to reopen girls’ schools
AT News KABUL – On the second anniversary of the closure of secondary schools for girls in Afghanistan, Amnesty International has issued a compelling statement, demanding the urgent restoration of educational opportunities for girls in the nation. “Thousands of Afghan girls’ futures and aspirations hang in the balance,” Amnesty International …
Read More »Political turmoil in Afghanistan deepens female illiteracy crisis
AT News KABUL – Amid the escalating humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, particularly affecting women and young mothers, women’s rights advocates have highlighted the detrimental impact of recent political turmoil and repressive Taliban policies. They contend that these developments have not only pushed the country back by decades but have also …
Read More »Taliban publicly flog nine, including woman, in Zabul
AT News KABUL – In a troubling incident reported from Zabul province, a Taliban court carried out public floggings on Sunday, chastising nine individuals, one of whom was a woman. The charges against them included allegations of robbery and involvement in an extramarital affair, as stated in an official Taliban …
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