AT News KABUL – The Australian Federal Police have uncovered a major shipment of methamphetamine, totaling 98kg, concealed in wheat threshers. Acting on a tip, authorities arrested two individuals with alleged ties to an Afghan organized crime syndicate, accusing them of orchestrating the drug smuggling operation. The suspects reportedly arranged …

AT News KABUL – In a landmark move, the United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution, calling on the Secretary-General to appoint a Special Envoy for Afghanistan. The resolution, passed with overwhelming support, emphasizes the need for the envoy to possess robust expertise in human rights and gender issues. …

AT News KABUL – In a recent visit by Pakistan army chief Asim Munir to the United States, the nation’s plea for military and economic aid to combat the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) violence has fallen on deaf ears. The US, unresponsive to Munir’s appeal, has dealt a blow to Pakistan’s …

Adopted by the Security Council at its 9521st meeting, on 29 December 2023 The Security Council, Recalling its previous resolutions on Afghanistan, in particular resolution 2679 (2023) which requested an integrated, independent assessment of Afghanistan. Reaffirming its strong commitment to the severity, independence, territorial integrity and national unity of Afghanistan, …

AT News KABUL – In a significant humanitarian effort, the Swiss Embassy in Pakistan has officially declared a generous donation of $4.25 million in aid to Afghanistan. This announcement, made on Friday, underscores Switzerland’s commitment to addressing the pressing needs of Afghan families affected by recent crises. The aid package …

AT News KABUL – Kazakhstan’s Supreme Court has officially removed the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan from its list of banned groups, according to an announcement by the Taliban’s foreign ministry on Friday. The decision comes following a meeting between Kazakh Ambassador to Afghanistan Alim Khan Yasin Galdiev and Acting Foreign …

AT News KABUL – An official inquiry has been initiated against Pakistani police officials following a complaint by the Afghan Embassy regarding the alleged harassment of Afghans during repatriation. The Pakistan government ordered disciplinary action against those found responsible after a meeting between Afghan Embassy officials and Pakistani authorities in …

AT News KABUL – A surge in armed crime and robberies has enveloped Kabul, plunging residents into a state of fear and insecurity, according to reports from Khaama Press. The Afghan capital is grappling with constant threats from armed robbers, kidnappers, terrorist groups, and an alarming frequency of mysterious murders, …

AT News KABUL – In a harrowing revelation, the latest World Health Organization figures paint a grim picture of maternal mortality in Afghanistan, with a staggering 638 women dying for every 100,000 viable births as of 2017. This alarming rate stands in stark contrast to the United States, where the …

AT News KABUL – After the Taliban’s resurgence in Afghanistan, girls faced a grim reality as they were barred from attending school, limited only to primary education up to the sixth grade. In response to this restrictive decree, secret girls’ schools have emerged across the country, offering a clandestine space …