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ReliableIndian Court Sentences Two Afghan Citizens to 10 Years for Heroin Smuggling
A New Delhi court sentenced two Afghan nationals to 10 years imprisonment and fines after heroin was found hidden in shampoo and hair dye bottles in their luggage at Delhi airport following a flight from Dubai.
ReliableUNDP: Over 75% of Afghans Face Livelihood Insecurity, 88% of Female-Headed Households Deprived of Basics
A UN Development Programme report indicates over 75% of Afghans face livelihood insecurity, with only 7% female employment and 88% of female-headed households lacking basic needs. The UN Security Council reports Taliban women's policies cost Afghanistan over $1 billion yearly.
ReliablePhilippine Authorities Seize $5 Million Methamphetamine Shipment from Afghanistan
Philippine officials seized 41 kilograms of methamphetamine worth $5 million, originating from Afghanistan and hidden in marble shipments at Manila port. Authorities described it as "Afghan meth" and plan to upgrade detection equipment.
ReliableWHO warns against misuse of antibiotics in Afghanistan
The WHO office in Afghanistan warned against the misuse of antibiotics for viral illnesses like colds and flu, highlighting risks of antibiotic resistance. It urged prescriptions only, amid rising drug prices following Taliban's halt to trade with Pakistan.
ReliablePakistan Defense Minister Says Neither Afghan War Was Jihad Nor for Islam
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif admitted in parliament that Pakistan's involvement in the two Afghan wars was driven by political legitimacy and great power support, not jihad or Islam, criticizing past leaders for turning the country into a proxy battleground.
ReliableAfghanistan Ranks 165th Out of 180 Countries in 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index
Afghanistan placed 165th out of 180 countries with a score of 17 on Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, continuing to rank among the world's most corrupt nations. The global average dropped to 42 amid concerns over declining anti-corruption efforts worldwide.
ReliableFormer Afghan Special Forces Member Killed in Norway
A former member of Afghanistan's Unit 222 special forces was killed and his wife injured in an attack in Bergen, Norway, with police confirming the incident but no arrests made.
ReliableUS Court Orders Trump Administration to Resume Processing Afghan SIV Applications
A US federal court ordered the Trump administration to immediately resume processing Special Immigrant Visa applications for Afghans who worked with US forces, despite the ongoing travel ban. The ruling criticizes unilateral halts to congressionally mandated processes and sets a follow-up hearing.
ReliableRashid Khan says he wants Afghanistan to have women's national cricket team
Afghan cricket star Rashid Khan expressed support for establishing a women's national cricket team, citing ICC requirements, but a former women's player criticized past decisions by cricket authorities. The remarks highlight ongoing restrictions on women's sports under the Taliban.
ReliableAbu Dhabi Government Signs Agreement with Hamdullah Mohib's Company for Satellite Construction
Hamdullah Mohib's company Orbitorks has signed an agreement with the Abu Dhabi government to build a satellite for monitoring development projects, as stated by Mohib.
Reliable15 Afghan Migrants Drown After Boat Capsizes in Greek Waters
Fifteen Afghan migrants died and 24 others, including 11 children, were rescued after their boat capsized off Greece on February 3, amid conflicting accounts from authorities and survivors.
ReliableFood Basket for Kabul Family Rises 35% Amid Pakistan Border Closure
The cost of a basic family food basket in Kabul has surged about 35% to 8,720 Afghanis over four months due to closed Pakistan borders, with staples like oil and rice seeing sharp hikes despite some decreases. Taliban officials condition reopening trade on guarantees from Pakistan, while boosting ties with other neighbors.
DevelopingGaza Resident Appeals for Aid in Letter to Afghanistan International
A Gaza woman displaced to Khan Younis sent a desperate plea for food, clothing, and shelter to Afghanistan International, warning of humanitarian catastrophe amid severe conditions. The appeal highlights the ongoing crisis in Gaza since October 2023.
DevelopingProjects Named After Mullah Omar Halted in Kandahar Amid Taliban Leadership Disputes
Taliban sources report that projects in Kandahar named after founder Mullah Omar, including the Umar Farooq Complex, have halted amid leadership disputes, while leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and others build facilities in their own names.
ReliableTajik Foreign Minister cooperating with Taliban to prevent border tensions
Tajikistan's Foreign Minister Sirajuddin Mehruddin said his country cooperates with the Taliban based on national interests, including joint efforts to prevent border tensions amid recent armed incidents. Trade between the two reached over $110 million last year, and he called for international support for Afghanistan.
ReliableDrug Prices in Kabul Rise Up to 40% After Taliban Order to Halt Imports from Pakistan
Drug prices in Kabul have surged up to 40% three months after the Taliban ordered a halt to imports from Pakistan, leading to shortages and reliance on smuggling. Pharmacy owners report scarcity of essential medicines like antibiotics and respiratory treatments.
ReliableTaliban Virtue Minister Describes Administration as 'Father of the Nation'
Taliban Minister Khalid Hanafi described the group's administration as the 'father of the nation' and stressed unconditional Sharia compliance. An audio of his remarks was shared by the ministry's spokesman on X.
ReliableCanadian Police Investigate Disappearance of Afghan Diplomat's Wife as Murder Case
Canadian police are investigating the 2022 disappearance of Afghan woman Mojgan Aini, wife of former UN diplomat Mohammad Yima Aini, as a murder case. The probe follows a 2017 domestic violence incident involving the couple in New York.
ReliableAfghanistan Faces South Africa in Crucial T20 World Cup Group Match in Ahmedabad
Afghanistan's cricket team meets South Africa in a must-win T20 World Cup group match in Ahmedabad to stay in contention for the knockout stages. The Blue Tigers face a tough challenge from the fifth-ranked Proteas in Group 4.
ReliableFawzia Koofi in Pakistan: Unconditional Engagement with Taliban Repeats 30-Year Mistake
Former Afghan MP Fawzia Koofi warned in Lahore that Pakistan's unconditional engagement with the Taliban repeats past mistakes amid rising insecurity, while a Pakistani minister blamed the Taliban for failing Doha commitments.
ReliableTaliban publicly flog four people in Kapisa and Zabul
Taliban's Supreme Court flogged four men publicly in Kapisa and Zabul for theft, part of nearly 90 floggings in the past week amid ongoing criticism from UN and rights groups.
ReliableTaliban Bans All Medicine Imports from Pakistan Effective Monday
The Taliban Ministry of Finance announced a complete ban on medicine imports from Pakistan starting Monday, 20 Dalu, amid border closures and urging traders to find alternatives. The move has led to medicine shortages and price hikes in Kabul, with over 70% of supplies previously coming from Pakistan.
ReliableTaliban announces discovery of green garnet mine in Panjshir
Taliban officials in Panjshir announced the first-ever discovery of a green garnet mine in Anaba district, issuing an extraction license and expecting economic benefits. Experts and citizens raised concerns about unregulated mining practices.
DevelopingPakistan Plans to Deport Nearly 20,000 Afghans Awaiting US Resettlement
Pakistan's government plans to deport 19,973 Afghans awaiting resettlement in the US, per The Nation citing sources, following Trump's suspension of Afghan migrant processing after a shooting by an Afghan in the US.
ReliableTaliban Economy Minister Meets Catholic Relief Services Officials on Aid and Development
Taliban Economy Minister Din Mohammad Hanif met CRS officials to discuss aid expansion into development projects and rejected UNAMA human rights claims. He highlighted plans for 25 returnee settlements amid ongoing disputes over enforcement actions.
DevelopingTaliban Ministry Rejects UN Report on Rights Violations
Taliban ministry spokesman rejects UNAMA report on arbitrary arrests and women's rights violations, claiming all actions comply with Sharia. UN details enforcer abuses in Zabul and a forced marriage detention case.
DevelopingTaliban Kabul Governor Says Administration Founded on Promotion of Virtue Principles
Taliban Kabul Governor Aminullah Abid affirmed that their administration is based on Amr bil Ma'ruf principles, amid UN criticism of the law's human rights and economic impacts. Reports highlight enforcement cases, including a girl's forced confession for cross-dressing to work and land disputes involving the Justice Minister.
ReliableLiz Doucet's 'The Best Hotel in Kabul' Chronicles InterContinental Hotel's History Through Staff Perspectives
Liz Doucet's book 'The Best Hotel in Kabul' uses the InterContinental Hotel as a microcosm of Afghanistan's modern history, from its glamorous opening under Zahir Shah to wartime decline, told through staff stories. The account highlights nostalgia for pre-war Kabul and contrasts elite perceptions with ordinary lives.
DevelopingTaliban Justice Minister Accused of Seizing Khost Market Despite Court Orders
Taliban Justice Minister Abdul Hakim Shar'i faces accusations from Khost market owner Jamil of seizing the Chami market despite court rulings in the owner's favor and legal ownership documents.