How Afghan Women Are Thriving Despite Changing Rules
Since 2021, the Taliban has imposed strict limits on women’s employment. Women are prohibited from holding government positions, working with domestic and international NGOs, and occupying administrative roles. For instance, a 2024 decree ordered that female university staff be replaced by male relatives.
Taliban Accuses Pakistani Forces of Attack in Spin Boldak During Peace Talks in Istanbul
The Taliban government has accused Pakistani forces of launching an attack in Afghanistan’s Spin Boldak region amid ongoing peace talks in Istanbul. On Thursday (November 6), the Afghan Taliban stated that they have not yet retaliated, out of respect for the negotiations and consideration for the safety of civilians.
Haunted by the Taliban: The Persistent Conflict Between Pakistan and Afghanistan
In October this year, deadly armed clashes erupted along the 2,640-kilometer Durand Line — the disputed border between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The fighting once again exposed the fragile peace and deep-rooted mistrust that continue to define relations between the two neighbors. Despite efforts by friendly nations to prevent escalation, both sides remain trapped in a cycle of violence, suspicion, and competing national interests.
Peace Talks Between Pakistan and Afghanistan Collapse Amid Deep Mistrust
After four days of negotiations, the once-allied South Asian neighbors, Pakistan and Afghanistan, failed to reach a lasting ceasefire. Despite mediation efforts by Turkey and Qatar during successive talks in Istanbul, no agreement was achieved. Pakistan blamed Afghanistan for the breakdown of talks, while Kabul in turn accused Islamabad’s delegation.
Post-Conflict Afghanistan-Pakistan: Food Prices Soar as Public Struggles Amid Border Closure
After the closure of the border disrupted cross-border trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan, the prices of essential food items have skyrocketed in both countries. The escalation follows intense clashes and Pakistani airstrikes along the 2,600-kilometer border that began on October 11, causing sharp increases in food prices — particularly tomatoes and fruits.
Taliban Crush Media Freedom in Afghanistan as Journalists Face Torture and Censorship
Since the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan in August 2021, the country’s media landscape has been decimated. Independent outlets have been subjected to surveillance, censorship, and punishment of journalists — including detention, torture, and threats — for any perceived criticism.
Afghan Refugees in Pakistan: Stripped of Identity, Trapped Between Borders
Born and raised in Pakistan, 45-year-old Allah Meer has never truly known Afghanistan. His parents fled the Soviet invasion in 1979 and settled in a refugee village in Kohat, northwestern Pakistan. Meer, along with more than 200 extended family members, has lived in the country ever since.
Pakistan and Afghanistan Reach Immediate Ceasefire Agreement in Qatar Talks
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an "immediate ceasefire" following talks held in Doha, Qatar, the Qatari foreign ministry announced early Sunday. The agreement comes after deadly Pakistani airstrikes killed at least 10 civilians in Afghanistan, breaking a previous 48-hour truce.
Pakistan Launches Fresh Airstrikes, Afghanistan Responds with Counterattack
Just hours after reaching a ceasefire agreement to de-escalate recent tensions, Pakistan launched fresh airstrikes in Afghanistan. According to Afghan news agency Khaama Press, the strikes took place late Friday night (October 17) in multiple areas of Paktika Province, killing at least six people and injuring seven others.
Deadly Border Clashes Erupt Again Between Afghanistan and Pakistan
At least 15 civilians have been killed and dozens more injured in renewed border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan, Afghan officials told AFP on Wednesday.