Afghanistan Times

AT News KABUL – The Taliban have voiced strong concerns over the presence of US drones patrolling Afghan airspace, labeling it as a clear violation by the United States. Acting deputy foreign minister for political affairs in Afghanistan, Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanekzai, disclosed in an interview that officials from the …

AT News KABUL – In a remarkable display of resilience, Afghanistan is set to compete in 15 sports at the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou, marking their return to the international sports stage since the Taliban’s rise to power in 2021. The Asian Games, now the largest sporting event globally …

AT News KABUL – US Special Representative for Afghanistan, Thomas West, engages in high-level discussions during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. West’s diplomatic efforts span various nations and organizations. In a notable meeting with Japan’s special envoy for Afghanistan, Kansuke Nagaoka, West praised Japan’s unwavering support …

AT News KABUL – The Biden administration has taken steps to safeguard the well-being of Afghan nationals residing in the United States, in response to the ongoing challenges faced by their home country under Taliban rule. The Department of Homeland Security granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Afghanistan, affording temporary …

AT News KABUL – During the recent summit of leaders from the founding states of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan addressed a pressing concern regarding the proposed Kosh Tepa canal project in Afghanistan. This canal, designed to divert water from the Amu …

AT Kabul: Afghanistan has established more than 100 security outposts alongside the Durand Line in the eastern parts of the country. These outposts were built by the order of acting Minister of Defense Mawlawi Mohammad Yaqoob. In close vicinity to the outposts, several roads are also being built in addition …

AT Kabul: Russia is ready to intensify the expansion of Eurasian transport routes, including those to Afghanistan and South Asia, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said. “Further steps towards the development of the North-South international corridor are a priority. As we have said before, this project can compete with the …

AT Kabul: The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) called on Afghan rulers to urgently take steps to establish a stronger legal aid framework, and to stop torture of detainees. In a report issued on Wednesday, UNAMA said it has documented more than 1,600 cases of human rights violations committed …

AT News KABUL – The mental health of Afghan women, who have been grappling with the harsh measures imposed by the Taliban since they assumed power two years ago, has shown a disturbing decline across the nation, according to a comprehensive report jointly published by three United Nations agencies on …

AT News KABUL – In a much-needed move, the United Nations has included the issue of Afghan women and children’s rights on the agenda of the General Assembly. This development was announced on Monday. Reported by The Associated Press, the decision highlights a concerning situation in Afghanistan. Even two years …