Taliban Raids Tamadon TV Office in Kabul

Taliban forces raided the central office of Tamadon TV located in Kabul. This action resulted in the interruption of the television channel's broadcasts. The raid took place around the same time as the religious commemorations known as Tasoua and Ashura.

In response to the raid, Tamadon TV released a statement directed at the public. The statement urged citizens to follow the situation with care and sensitivity. It also called on people to stay alert and vigilant regarding future events related to the matter.

A representative of the television station spoke with media organizations about the situation. The representative confirmed that the issue with broadcasts remained unresolved at the time. Authorities associated with the Taliban have not made any public statements or provided reasons for the raid on the office.

This latest incident comes after an earlier directive issued in June 2024. At that time, the Taliban instructed Tamadon TV to halt all activities. The reasons cited included alleged connections to the Islamic Movement Party and questions surrounding the ownership of the property housing the station. Following that order, the station was able to resume its broadcasting activities at a later date.

Additionally, reports mention that Rah-e Farda TV was permitted to return to the airwaves. This followed a modification to its broadcasting license and the appointment of new management for the station.

An organization dedicated to supporting media outlets, which is currently based outside the country, issued a condemnation of the conditions for journalists. The group highlighted what it described as a lack of press freedom in the environment created by Taliban governance.