Afghan War
Opposition members criticise govt over recent terror attacks.
Updated 08 Feb, 2022 08:45am
US special envoy to Afghanistan Rina Amiri also calls on the Taliban to respect women’s rights.
Updated 05 Feb, 2022 09:42am
Both US and non-US companies can ship food to Afghanistan, banks can process financial transfers associated with food shipments.
Updated 05 Feb, 2022 09:57am
Insists that any concessions the Taliban make in areas such as human rights will be on their own terms.
Published 03 Feb, 2022 12:54pm
Channel's news editor says both had been released “after being found guiltless”.
Updated 03 Feb, 2022 08:32am
“It's a moment of joy for us that our classes have started,” says a female student studying at Nangarhar University.
Updated 02 Feb, 2022 04:21pm
Agreement is for two flights per week, chartered by Qatar Airways, that will allow countries to evacuate their citizens, Afghans
Updated 02 Feb, 2022 08:00am
Channel officials say the reporters were seized by masked gunmen in front of the office as they went out for lunch.
Published 01 Feb, 2022 03:07pm
Universities in warmer provinces will reopen from Feb 2, while those in colder areas will reopen on Feb 26.
Published 31 Jan, 2022 02:00pm
Pakistani envoy says there is no justification for depriving the Afghan people of their national assets.
Updated 31 Jan, 2022 10:42am
Joint statement specifically mentions Taliban-imposed prohibitions on women and girls' education, employment and travel.
Updated 28 Jan, 2022 10:13am
“Daily life has become a frozen hell for the people of Afghanistan,” says UN chief while launching appeal.
Updated 28 Jan, 2022 10:24am
The govt has denied the claims; defence secretary insists he was given no order from the PM to prioritise pets.
Published 27 Jan, 2022 06:13pm
“Underlined the need for primary and secondary schools to be accessible for boys and girls," says EU special envoy to Afghanistan.
Updated 27 Jan, 2022 09:29am
Security risks and an uncertain future have prompted wealthy Afghans to flee, compounding a brain drain of skilled professionals.
Published 25 Jan, 2022 02:54pm
“We are sure of getting support for Afghanistan’s humanitarian, health and education sectors,” says FM Amir Khan Muttaqi.
Updated 25 Jan, 2022 09:27am
“Why Was I Born a Girl prompted an in-depth education in Afghan realities for the American student,” commented the NYT.
Updated 24 Jan, 2022 09:51am
Several dozen demonstrators protested outside Norway’s foreign ministry against the Taliban.
Updated 24 Jan, 2022 07:42am
Says conditions to end Afghanistan's economic blockade are not yet met.
Updated 23 Jan, 2022 09:53am
Spokesperson says steps taken to meet Western world's demands, hopes to bolster ties through diplomacy with all countries.
Published 22 Jan, 2022 03:44pm
Stresses the move is for humanitarian purposes and it is not formally recognising the Taliban-led administration.
Updated 22 Jan, 2022 11:07am
The clash took place as fighters from the NRF, a group led by Ahmad Shah Massoud's son, fought Taliban forces in Balkh province.
Published 21 Jan, 2022 10:11pm
In order to help the civilian population in Afghanistan, it is essential to engage in dialogue with Taliban: Norwegian FM.
Published 21 Jan, 2022 03:57pm
Says US was “spending a billion dollars a week in Afghanistan for 20 years” and could not afford to do so indefinitely.
Updated 21 Jan, 2022 08:09am
“We don’t want it for the officials. We want it for our public,” he says.
Updated 20 Jan, 2022 09:03am
The international community “must step up humanitarian assistance responsive to women’s needs,” they say.
Updated 19 Jan, 2022 08:16am
Report says US and Nato had focused on training pilots but not 86pc of the air force personnel, including support staff.
Published 18 Jan, 2022 04:37pm
The visit will be an opportunity for both sides to review the situation along Pak-Afghan border and other security-related issues.
Updated 16 Jan, 2022 07:28pm
Washington has taken control of nearly $9.5 billion in assets belonging to the Afghan central bank.
Updated 15 Jan, 2022 10:14am
Pakistan renews appeal to the international community and relief agencies to provide aid to Afghanistan.
Published 14 Jan, 2022 08:45pm