Bannu Jail Violence Undermines Pak Claims on Anti-Terrorism Operations
The reality in Pakistan is that each government — from Musharraf to Shehbaz Sharif – has played both sides hunting with the army and
Taliban Challenge Pak Masters As Clashes Erupt On Afghanistan-Pakistan Border
All bilateral efforts to maintain peace and tranquillity in the Afghanistan-Pakistan border areas have failed and there are greater chances of more violent clashes
Taliban in close touch with Al Qaeda: Report
The report estimated that an approximate presence of “180 to 400 fighters affiliated with Al Qaeda” from “Bangladesh, India, Myanmar and Pakistan” are settled
US’s ultimatum to Taliban over reopening girls schools
In an interview, Rina Amiri said that the Taliban would not see a reduction in sanctions, or obtain recognition, without meeting international conditions….reports Asian
Ex-minister urges Afghans to return home
Following the Taliban takeover in August last year, thousands of Afghans left the country fearing reprisal from the Islamic group…reports Asian Lite News Former
World sets eyes on Afghanistan’s vast mineral wealth
Mining looks to be the best bet for Taliban, as after their takeover they immediately came under international sanctions, asset freeze and slowing business
Girls at Herat University barred from wearing makeups
Notably, the Taliban regime which took over Kabul last August has curtailed women’s rights and freedoms with women largely excluded from the workplace…reports Asian
Former Afghan soldier killed in Ghor province
Another case of murder came to the forefront when local media citing a video reported that a male resident of Panjshir province was killed
High food prices hit local people’s life in Kabul
Locals urged Taliban-led government to take initiatives to control the price of essential commodities…reports Asian Lite News Dozens of Kabul residents have complained about
Afghanistan to close down Washington embassy
The Afghan diplomats in the US have been informed via a memo earlier that they would be stripped of their immunity….reports Asian Lite News
