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ReliableUN's DiCarlo Meets Haqqani on Ties, Narcotics, Private Sector
UN Deputy Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo met Islamic Emirate Interior Minister Khalifa Sirajuddin Haqqani to discuss engagement with the international community, narcotics control, economic stability, and private sector restrictions. The talks occurred during her second Kabul visit since 2024, tied to the UN-led Doha process.
ReliableIsrael's Security Cabinet Approves Plan for Increased Military Control in West Bank
Israel's security cabinet approved a plan on February 8 to boost military control in the West Bank and expand settlements, drawing condemnation from Palestinians and multiple countries including the UN and Pakistan.
ReliableAfghan authorities prevent three forced marriages in Balkh, Kunar, and Parwan
Afghanistan’s Ministry for Virtue and Vice prevented three forced marriages in Balkh, Kunar, and Parwan provinces by halting the proceedings and counseling families. The families pledged future marriages would require the women’s consent.
ReliableIslamic Emirate Agriculture Minister Reports 4.5 Million Afghan Returnees Assisted Amid Forced Deportations
Afghanistan’s Agriculture Minister Ataullah Omari said 4.5 million Afghans have been forcibly returned from neighboring countries and assisted by the Islamic Emirate. The government is providing cash and food aid to 70,000 returning families amid calls for job opportunities.
ReliableUNAMA Hosts Third Doha Process Private Sector Meeting in Kabul
UNAMA hosted the third Doha Process private sector meeting in Kabul, where officials discussed economic coordination, growth and transparency challenges. Taliban officials highlighted focus on coordination mechanisms and economic recovery.
ReliableAfghanistan Urban Water Supply Corporation Pushes Projects to Ease Kabul Water Shortages
Afghanistan's Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Corporation is advancing the Panjshir River water transfer and Shah Toot Dam projects to combat Kabul's severe water shortages, with officials aiming for faster completion. Residents report ongoing hardships amid UN warnings of groundwater depletion.
ReliableKabul Residents Warn of Falling Groundwater Levels Amid Surge in Deep Wells
Kabul residents are alarmed by falling groundwater levels due to unregulated deep well drilling, with officials confirming the need for deeper excavations and efforts to limit permits. The state water company reported over 1,200 permit requests this year amid ongoing concerns.
ReliableInterior Ministry Assures ISIS Completely Suppressed, Seeks Security Cooperation with Neighbors
Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior claims ISIS has been fully suppressed with no physical presence in the country and is coordinating with neighboring states to counter security threats from their territory. Analysts stress the need for transnational cooperation and guarantees against cross-border terrorism.
ReliableNangarhar Woman’s Pickle Workshop Creates Jobs for Other Women
A woman in Nangarhar province has started a pickle production workshop in Jalalabad, employing other women and seeking support from the Islamic Emirate. Local officials praise the initiative and promise assistance for small businesses.
ReliableThree-Day Women's Handicrafts Exhibition Held in Herat
A three-day exhibition in Herat showcased handmade handicrafts by women and girls to promote their products and cultural heritage. Participants highlighted the event's role in preserving Afghan culture and expanding market opportunities amid rising women's business activities.
ReliableCarpet Washing and Trimming Facility Opens for First Time in Badakhshan
A carpet washing and trimming facility has opened for the first time in Faizabad, Badakhshan, allowing local weavers to process carpets locally instead of sending them to Kunduz or Kabul. The provincial Industry and Commerce Department has supported handicraft workshops, with over 1,000 women involved in businesses.
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.
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.
ReliableHerat Governor Likens Corrupt Officials to Kidnappers, Vows Strict Action
Herat Governor Noor Ahmad Islam Jar compared corrupt officials to kidnappers and affirmed that strict measures, including removal from positions and imprisonment, are being taken against administrative corruption. Residents and local experts praised the stance and urged sustained anti-corruption efforts.
ReliableEU Special Representative Meets OIC Officials on Afghanistan Dialogue
EU Special Representative Gilles Bertrand met OIC officials, including Special Envoy Tariq Ali Bakhit, to discuss dialogue with Afghanistan’s de facto authorities on human rights, women’s rights, and humanitarian needs. An OIC delegation visit to Afghanistan is planned but undated.
ReliableFourth Doha Process Counter-Narcotics Working Group Meeting Held in Kabul
The fourth Counter-Narcotics Working Group meeting under the Doha Process convened in Kabul, hosted by UNAMA, with Islamic Emirate representatives claiming near-zero poppy cultivation and highlighting synthetic drug threats from abroad. Participants pledged support for farmers, alternative livelihoods and treatment amid rising synthetic drug use.
ReliableIEA Spokesperson Dismisses UN Security Council Concerns on Afghanistan's Security as Unfounded
Zabihullah Mujahid rejected UN Security Council concerns on Afghanistan's security and ISIS presence as unfounded, while US, UK, UN and Chinese officials warned of ongoing ISIS-Khorasan threats requiring action.
DevelopingExplosion at Mosque in Islamabad Kills 31, Injures 170; Islamic Emirate Condemns Attack
An explosion at a Shia mosque in Islamabad's Tarlai area during Friday prayers killed 31 people and injured 170 others, prompting condemnations from Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Western embassies, and Afghanistan's Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. The incident occurred amid other attacks in Balochistan, including one on polio workers.
ReliableDeputy PM Baradar Emphasizes Engagement with Countries, Assures Afghanistan's Territorial Security
Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Islamic Emirate Deputy PM for Economic Affairs, stressed commitment to engagement with all countries on principled terms while assuring Afghanistan's territorial security and warning against malicious intentions. Other senior officials echoed calls for preserving the current system and independence.
DevelopingAfghanistan Rejects Pakistan's Allegations Over Islamabad Mosque Attack
Afghanistan's Ministry of Defense rejected Pakistani officials' allegations of involvement in a suicide attack on an Islamabad mosque that killed 31 and injured 170, with ISIS claiming responsibility. Analysts warned that such claims could strain bilateral ties.
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.
ReliableUN Security Council to Vote on Extending Afghanistan Sanctions Monitoring Mandate
The UN Security Council will vote in February on extending the mandate of the team monitoring Afghanistan sanctions, set to expire on February 17. The regime targets Islamic Emirate-associated entities amid ongoing implementation discussions.
ReliablePakistani opposition leader says Afghanistan's economy better than Pakistan's amid border tensions
Pakistani JUI-F leader Fazlur Rehman claimed Afghanistan's economy surpasses Pakistan's and criticized Islamabad's Afghan policies, while President Zardari warned of pre-9/11-like conditions in Afghanistan. Tajikistan's foreign minister called for more international aid and noted border security cooperation.
DevelopingPakistani Media Reports Plan to Deport Nearly 20,000 Afghans Awaiting US Resettlement
Pakistani newspaper The Nation reported that Pakistan plans to deport nearly 20,000 Afghans awaiting US resettlement back to Afghanistan, though the government has not confirmed. This affects thousands of Afghans in Pakistan amid US policy changes under President Trump.
ReliableAfghanistan, Iran to hold next high-level border talks in Tehran
Afghan and Iranian officials agreed during a phone call to strengthen border cooperation, scheduling the next high-level meeting in Tehran for solar year 1405. The discussion involved Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi and Afghanistan's Minister of Borders Mawlawi Noorullah Noori.
ReliableUNAMA Reports Civilian Casualties, Arbitrary Detentions and Women's Rights Restrictions in Late 2025
UNAMA's latest report documents 547 civilian casualties from conflicts, numerous arbitrary detentions, extrajudicial killings, torture and severe restrictions on women's rights by Taliban authorities in late 2025, alongside over 500 casualties from Pakistan border tensions.
ReliableFourth Counter-Narcotics Working Group Meeting under Doha Process Held in Kabul
The fourth Counter-Narcotics Working Group meeting under the Doha Process convened in Kabul, hosted by UNAMA, where Islamic Emirate officials highlighted near-zero poppy cultivation and raised concerns over synthetic drugs from outside sources amid pledges for international support.
ReliableUN Security Council to Vote on Extending Afghanistan Sanctions Monitoring Mandate
The UN Security Council is set to vote this month on extending the mandate of the team monitoring Afghanistan-related sanctions, which expires on February 17. The sanctions target Islamic Emirate-associated entities amid ongoing implementation challenges.
ReliableUNDP Report Highlights Private Sector's Role in Afghanistan's Economy Amid Challenges
A UNDP report emphasizes the private sector's crucial role in Afghanistan's economic growth while identifying challenges like bureaucracy, limited banking access, and infrastructure weaknesses. The Ministry of Economy affirms support for the sector through facilities and a secure environment.