All SourcesJUI-P Leader Fazlur Rahman Calls for End to Debate on Changing Governments in Afghanistan
Fazlur Rahman, leader of Pakistan's JUI-P, urged an end to discussions on changing governments in Afghanistan and criticized Pakistan's historical regime-change efforts and alignment with U.S. policies against the Taliban. His comments highlight ongoing tensions between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban over TTP militants.
ReliableAfghan-Born Activist Sanga Siddiqi Elected to D66 Leadership Board in Netherlands
Sanga Siddiqi, an Afghan-born human rights activist living in the Netherlands, has been elected to the leadership board of the D66 party in Zoetermeer. Former President Hamid Karzai congratulated her on the achievement, which is seen as a boost for migrant women's political participation.
ReliablePeace Jirga Planned Between Pakistan and Taliban to Ease Tensions
Pakistani sources report a peace jirga between Pakistan and the Taliban is planned, likely for March 31 in Peshawar, to foster mutual respect, call for a ceasefire and issue a joint declaration amid escalating tensions. A follow-up meeting is set for Quetta.
ReliableIran Launches More Than 40 Airstrikes on Bahrain in Past 24 Hours
Iran launched more than 40 airstrikes on Bahrain in the past 24 hours, with Bahrain intercepting at least 20 missiles and reporting no casualties. The attacks are part of a month-long war with the United States and Israel.
ReliableIran Claims Hundreds Killed in Attacks on US Hideouts in Dubai
Iran claims to have killed hundreds of US forces in missile and drone attacks on two hideouts in Dubai. The attacks were in response to US actions in the region, with no immediate US reaction reported.
ReliableUK MPs Call for Support for Afghan Women and Opposition Unity
British parliamentarians attended a meeting organized by Women for Afghanistan at the UK House of Commons where they discussed the Afghan crisis, called for support for women, and urged unity among Taliban opponents.
ReliableIslamic Emirate Foreign Minister Holds Phone Conversation with UAE Counterpart
Islamic Emirate Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi discussed Afghanistan-US issues, the regional situation and Afghanistan-Pakistan developments with UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, condemning US-initiated wars and stressing dialogue to resolve tensions with Pakistan.
ReliableRussian Duma Deputy Calls Recruiting Afghan Workers a 'Big Mistake'
Russian Duma deputy Mikhail Matveyev has called the recruitment of Afghan workers a "big mistake" and a security threat, citing their alleged prominence in European violent crime statistics and lack of relevant economic skills. The comments follow a proposal by the Taliban ambassador in Moscow and prior expert-level talks between Russian and Taliban officials on labor needs.
ReliableUNICEF Distributes Aid to Families Displaced by Border Clashes Between Taliban and Pakistan
UNICEF is distributing health kits and essential items to 5,500 families displaced by border clashes between the Taliban and Pakistan in Khost, Paktika and Paktia provinces, as the World Food Programme reports around 20,000 families displaced with numerous civilian deaths reported.
ReliableHigh-Ranking Uzbek Delegation Arrives in Kabul to Boost Trade with Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan
A high-ranking delegation from Uzbekistan's Namangan Province led by Governor Shukrat Abdulrazzaqov has arrived in Kabul to strengthen trade and investment with the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. The group will meet officials, participate in business conferences, visit Balkh Province and inaugurate a Uzbek products exhibition in Mazar-i-Sharif.
ReliableTaliban Minister Meets Nuristan Tribal Elders on Road and Public Issues
Sheikh Mohammad Khalid Hanafi, Minister of Enjoining Good and Forbidding Wrong, met with Nuristan's governor and tribal elders to discuss local problems including road closures. Residents in eastern districts face shortages after nearly a month of closed roads, with officials citing natural causes while others attribute them to Pakistani shelling.
ReliableUzbekistan Says Excessive Water Withdrawal from Qosh Tepa Canal Could Create Risks
Uzbekistan's Water Resources Minister has warned that Afghanistan's large-scale water withdrawal from the Qosh Tepa Canal could harm Uzbek agriculture if it reaches four billion cubic meters. The canal project is currently on hold due to electricity shortages as the Taliban continue work on the 285-kilometer waterway to irrigate 580,000 hectares.
ReliableGrowing Concerns Over Radiation Following Attacks on Iranian Nuclear Facilities
Growing concerns over radiation risks have followed attacks by the US and Israel on Iranian nuclear facilities in Bushehr, Khondab and Yazd. The IAEA has warned of potential nuclear incidents while Iranian officials report no harm or radiation increase, and talks between Tehran and Washington are planned in Islamabad.
ReliableTaliban Arrest Two Social Activists in Herat for Demanding Reopening of Girls' Schools
The Taliban arrested two social activists in Herat for posting on social media in support of reopening girls' schools amid a nearly five-year ban on secondary education for girls.
ReliableFour Killed, One Wounded in Nangarhar Traffic Accident
Four people were killed and one was injured when a high-speed Swift-type vehicle lost control and collided with a roadside tree in Batikot district of Nangarhar province, according to provincial police.
ReliableMillion-Dollar Industrial Investment in Balkh Creates Around 40 Jobs
An industrial company in Balkh province invested one million dollars in advanced machinery for tank and mold production, creating around 40 jobs. Provincial officials reported issuing 284 new licenses last year amid growing investments under the Islamic Emirate, while noting electricity shortages as a persistent issue.
ReliableRural Rehabilitation Minister Calls for Sincere Service During Provincial Visit
The Minister of Rural Rehabilitation and Development has stressed the importance of honest public service during a visit to a province in Afghanistan. State media outlets Bakhtar News and RTA differed on whether the province was Paktia or Maidan Wardak but agreed on the minister's message.
ReliableFamilies of Kabul Clinic Attack Victims Remain Uncertain About Missing Loved Ones
More than ten days after a deadly attack on the Hope Addicts Clinic in Kabul, families of missing victims continue searching hospitals and appealing to Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan officials for help after the collective burial of fifty bodies.
ReliableBaghlan Team Secures First Place in Pahlavani (Kurash) Competitions in Baghlan
The Baghlan team won first place in Pahlavani (Kurash) competitions held in Baghlan with 73 participants from Baghlan, Kunduz and Samangan. Kunduz and Samangan took second and third places, with cash prizes and gifts awarded to the winners as the event aimed to promote the traditional sport.
ReliableApproximately 7 Percent Increase in Mehtarlam Municipality Revenues
Mehtarlam Municipality collected 106 million Afghanis in revenues during 1404, about a 7 percent increase from 99 million Afghanis in 1403, according to Mayor Maulvi Nazar Mohammad Atiq. Of the total, 88 million Afghanis were spent on projects with the remainder deposited to the government treasury.
ReliableWorkers in Kabul Concerned Over Limited Job Opportunities and Qatar Deployment Uncertainty
Workers in Kabul have expressed concerns about limited job opportunities and the lack of a clear timeline for their deployment to Qatar nearly eight months after registration. The Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs is pursuing official labor agreements with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Iran, Oman and Russia to provide legal work opportunities for Afghan workers abroad.
ReliableHezbollah Claims Precise Ambush in South Lebanon Inflicting Heavy Casualties on Zionists
Hezbollah announced carrying out a precise ambush in southern Lebanon that inflicted heavy casualties on Zionist forces using rockets, artillery and drones. The group said the attack occurred in the Bidar al-Fuqani area of Al-Tayyiba as clashes intensify after Israeli incursions into Lebanese territory.
ReliableNuristan Tribal Elders Request Electronic ID Branches in Remote Districts
Tribal elders from Nuristan province requested electronic identity card distribution branches in remote districts like Want Waigal, Wama, and Kamdesh during a meeting with Maulvi Mohammad Nabi Nasrat. Nasrat assured that new branches will be established to aid local residents.
ReliableSecurity Forces Arrest 40 Suspects on Drug Trafficking, Criminal Charges in Four Provinces
Afghan security forces arrested 40 suspects on drug trafficking and other criminal charges in Herat, Ghazni, Khost and Farah provinces, according to the Ministry of Interior. Operations in Herat yielded significant drug seizures, including hashish, opium, methamphetamine and intoxicating tablets.
ReliableTaliban Holds Armed Rally Against Pakistan in Khost Districts
Taliban fighters held an armed rally in Khost province's Zazi Maidan and Ali Shir districts against Pakistan, with participants chanting slogans, condemning attacks, and registering for potential jihad if ordered. Tribal elder Mukhtaruddin Jalalzai confirmed locals' readiness to fight upon Taliban instructions amid rising bilateral tensions.
ReliableJUI-P Leader Fazl-ur-Rehman Urges Review of Pakistan's Afghanistan Policy, Warns of Regional Isolation
Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman, leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan, urged a review of Pakistan's policies toward Afghanistan and warned of regional isolation during a speech at Mufti Mahmood Center. He called for abandoning influence efforts over a free and independent Afghanistan and pursuing a unified foreign policy.
ReliableFloods in Afghanistan's Badghis Province Kill Five, Cause Damage to Lands and Property
Floods in Badghis province killed five people, including a child, destroyed agricultural lands and caused financial damage, while heavy rains temporarily closed the Herat-Kandahar highway. The Farah River swelled but has returned to normal.
ReliableAfghanistan's Academic Year Begins One Week Late, Excluding Girls Above Sixth Grade
Afghanistan's academic year began on March 28, 2026, one week late, with the Taliban permitting only boys and girls below sixth grade to attend amid the fifth year of exclusion for older girls. Male students criticized dress and curriculum restrictions, while affected girls demanded international action; UNICEF cites over 2.2 million girls out of school.
ReliableAfghan Migrant Returns from Iran Drop to Lowest Levels Amid Regional War
Taliban statistics indicate Afghan migrant returns from Iran have fallen to their lowest levels amid the Israel-U.S.-Iran war, with just over 300 via Islam Qala in the past week compared to tens of thousands daily previously. The Taliban has eased restrictions on Iranian goods imports to combat inflation.
ReliablePresident of Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce Meets Islamic Emirate Ambassador in Uzbekistan
Seyyed Karim Hashemi, president of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, met with Islamic Emirate Ambassador Sheikh Abdul Ghafar Bahr in Tashkent to discuss boosting trade ties with Uzbekistan. Hashemi urged more cooperation, while Bahr pledged full support for Afghanistan's private sector.