The Latest Breaking News from Afghanistan

Taliban says ‘misunderstanding’ led to arrest of British couple in Afghanistan

After an evaluation a Taliban spokesperson said Peter and Barbie Reynolds would be released as soon as possible

The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025

Washout leaves Australia set for last four but potentially short of game time

They should beat Afghanistan to progress, but the batters would have benefited from a hit-out against South Africa

The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025

Trott defends Afghanistan’s men with cloud hanging over England game

Taliban’s ban on women playing cricket has led to calls for a boycott by the ECB, but Champions Trophy match proceeds

The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025

Arrest of British couple in Afghanistan clear example of Taliban lawlessness, former ambassador warns

Taliban says it has arrested the couple for not co-ordinating with them

The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025

Australia vs South Africa live stream: Watch ICC Champions Trophy online (it's free) – match delayed

All the ways to watch Australia vs South Africa live streams as the two top teams in Group B meet in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

TechRadar · Feb 25, 2025

Afghanistan vs England LIVE: Cricket score and updates from ICC Champions Trophy

Follow all the action from Gaddafi Stadium

The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025

British couple detained in Afghanistan to be released ‘soon’ says Taliban

Peter and Barbie Reynolds have lived in country for 18 years running training programmes

The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025

England vs Afghanistan: A pivotal Group B match to keep Champions Trophy dreams alive

A struggling England must secure a win against Afghanistan in their crucial group B Champions Trophy match on Wednesday to keep their tournament hopes alive. Both teams face elimination risks if defeated, as South Africa and Australia have already secured points.

The Times of India · Feb 25, 2025

Taliban ‘will try to release arrested British couple as soon as possible’

Peter Reynolds, 79, and his wife Barbie, 75, have run school training programmes in Afghanistan for 18 years.

Evening Standard · Feb 24, 2025

Joe Root convinced England on right track under ‘brilliant leader’ Jos Buttler

England have lost 17 of their last 24 ODIs heading into Wednesday’s must-win Champions Trophy clash with Afghanistan.

The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2025