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6 February

Afghan ambassador holds ground in Vienna despite regime change

AT News KABUL – In the face of Taliban dominance, Afghan Ambassador to Austria emerges as a steadfast critic, refusing to vacate her post and urging the West to rally against escalating atrocities. Following the Taliban’s assumption of power in August 2021, Ambassador Manizha Bakhtaripersisted as the voice of the …

5 February

International community faces critical decision in defeating ISIS in Afghanistan

AT News KABUL – In a delicate balancing act, the international community faces a critical decision regarding Afghanistan’s security landscape. The Islamic State – Khorasan Province (ISKP) poses a genuine threat, despite the Taliban-led government’s denial of their significance. Recent ISKP attacks have unveiled the stark reality that the Taliban …

5 February

Humanitarian crisis unfolds in Afghanistan as US sanctions on Taliban persist

AT News KABUL – In the wake of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, a chilling humanitarian crisis engulfs the nation as U.S. economic sanctions, purportedly aimed at the Taliban, spiral into a catastrophic failure. Despite the absence of boots on the ground, the impact of these sanctions continues to haunt …

5 February

10 killed in deadly militant assault in Pakistan police station

AT News KABUL – At least 10 police officers were killed militants launched a brazen attack on a police station in Dera Ismail Khan, north-western Pakistan, on Monday killing 10 police officers. Six officers at the Chodwan police outpost were also injured during the assault, which occurred in the Khyber …

5 February

Doha summit sparks optimism for Afghan political shift

AT News KABUL – As the highly anticipated Doha meeting on Afghanistan approaches, there is a growing sense of hope for the initiation of a political process that could usher in a new era of inclusivity in the country’s governance. Graeme Smith, an expert at the International Crisis Group, acknowledges …

4 February

Afghanistan’s struggling economy sparks deflation, soaring poverty

AT News KABUL – A new World Bank report unveils the dire economic situation in Afghanistan, saying the nation’s feeble economy has led to deflation and increasing poverty. The report reveals a persistent deflationary trend since April 2023, triggered by a variety of factors such as currency appreciation, depleting savings, …

4 February

Taliban diplomat assumes control of Afghanistan’s embassy in Uzbekistan

AT News KABUL – The Taliban have established their presence at Afghanistan’s embassy in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. This move marks Uzbekistan as the second nation to host a Taliban-appointed ambassador, following China’s precedent of accepting Bilal Karimi as the Taliban’s ambassador in Beijing. Magfoorullah Shahab, son of Taliban Minister of Mines …

4 February

Diplomatic frenzy builds ahead of Doha summit on Afghanistan

AT News KABUL – In the lead-up to the pivotal Doha conference on February 18, special envoys from key nations involved in the Afghanistan situation are stepping up their engagements. China, Iran, Pakistan, and the European Union have heightened discussions, emphasizing the critical role of regional stability. China’s envoy, during …

3 February

Pakistan ex-PM and wife sentenced to 7 years for unlawful marriage

AT News KABUL – In a significant legal blow, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Khan, have been handed a seven-year prison sentence and fined for violating marriage laws, according to their political party. This marks the third ruling against Khan this week, just days before …

3 February

Amnesty International demands release of Afghan education crusaders

AT News KABUL – A thunderous call for justice echoes as Amnesty International has vehemently demanded the swift and unconditional release of two champions of Afghan girls’ education and members of the Afghan Girls’ Robotics Team. Locked in the clutches of the Taliban, Ahmad Fahim Azimi and Seddiqullah Afghan face …