Afghanistan Times

AT News KABUL – In a suicide bombing that unfolded in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, over 50 people were killed, and more than 50 sustained injuries during a religious gathering. The attack occurred on the day when Muslims worldwide celebrated the birthday of Prophet Mohammad. Deputy Inspector General of Police Munir …

AT News KABUL – An investigative report has uncovered significant health and environmental concerns stemming from the presence of foreign troops, particularly US military bases, during Afghanistan’s two-decade-long conflict. According to findings published in New Lines magazine, communities residing in close proximity to these former bases have experienced a notable …

AT News KABUL – The Taliban has conveyed its regret regarding the recent UN talks on Afghanistan at the Security Council, which it believes were overshadowed by discussions on what the group referred to as ‘minor issues,’ specifically women’s education and employment. In a statement released on X, the spokesperson …

KABUL – Afghanistan’s Taliban has apprehended 200 individuals suspected of involvement in cross-border attacks against Pakistan, with a particular focus on neutralizing the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). These actions were disclosed during recent bilateral talks held in Kabul between the Afghan authorities and a high-level delegation from Pakistan, coming in the …

KABUL – In a significant move driven by ongoing tensions with Afghanistan, Pakistan’s caretaker government has given the green light to repatriate approximately 1.1 million Afghan refugees residing in the country illegally. Sources have revealed that the decision was made during a recent meeting of the caretaker cabinet in Islamabad. …

AT News KABUL – Iran has unveiled a more rigorous approach to extradite illegal foreign migrants, with a considerable focus on Afghans. The country is set to streamline the process for legal arrivals while addressing the pressing issue of migrants and refugees. Interior Minister Ahmad Vahid made this announcement during …

AT News KABUL – In the wake of significant budget cuts to the World Food Programme (WFP) in Afghanistan, the organization has sounded an alarm, warning that Afghan women are teetering on the edge of losing their crucial lifeline. In a tweet posted on Tuesday, the WFP revealed that these …

AT News KABUL – In a recent operation near the Afghanistan border, Pakistani troops have allegedly raided a suspected militant hideout, resulting in the elimination of three militants. The Pakistani military disclosed this development on Tuesday. The raid, which occurred in Khyber, a district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, targeted a …

AT News KABUL – Amid the escalating crisis in Afghanistan, Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Majed Al-Ansari, has underscored the need for engagement rather than complete isolation as the way forward. In a recent statement, Al-Ansari acknowledged the challenges of engaging with the Taliban government but insisted that isolation has proven …

AT News KABUL – With the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan in 2021, a pressing concern has emerged regarding the security of sensitive data left behind. The Taliban swiftly gained access to a vast collection of data, including biometric information such as iris scans and fingerprints, along with photographs, …