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Three injured in Herat as Taliban move to disperse protest over dress code violations

Herat erupted in chaos Tuesday when protests erupted over the controversial detainment of women for supposed dress code breaches. Tensions soared as security forces intervened, leading to reports of gunfire and three individuals injured. The vice and virtue ministry quickly refuted claims of arrests, labeling them unfounded gossip.

The Times of India

Police crack down on western Afghan anti-hijab protests

The Taliban denied reports women in Afghanistan have been arrested for failing to observe hijab rules as locals claim protests have been violently dispersed.

AAP

Dozens of Afghan men protest govt crackdown on women, police accused of ‘firing shots’

Dozens of men on Tuesday took to the streets of the western Afghan city of Herat to protest the multiple arrests of women in recent days. The women were detained by the morality police for not properly adhering to the Taliban-ordered dress code, which requires them to fully cover themselves…

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Afghan protesters injured during demonstration against Taliban-imposed dress code for women

A crackdown by Afghan authorities on demonstrators in western Afghanistan has left at least three people injured, eyewitnesses say

The Independent UK

Newsletter: Squeezing Moscow's war chest

Also in this newsletter: A group of MEPs are up in arms over planned technical talks between EU and Taliban officials on the return of migrants to Afghanistan.

Euronews

Who Is Mateea Petrescu? Andrew Tate's Spokeswoman Who Claimed 'They Lie Like There's No Tomorrow'

Mateea Petrescu, once a staunch defender of Andrew Tate, reveals her disillusionment with the controversial influencer, citing eroded trust and complex legal challenges as reasons for her departure.

International Business Times UK

Pregnant woman among dozens arrested for violating Taliban-imposed dress code

Taliban official in Herat issues diktat warning women not to ‘show skin’ or wear make-up

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Women detained in Afghanistan's Herat in clothing crackdown, eyewitnesses say

Women nationwide must be completely covered when they leave home, with many wearing a flowing abaya robe along with a Muslim headscarf and a face covering.

Euronews

Jill Biden’s book is the last thing we need right now

CNN anchor Jake Tapper joined a chorus of voices accusing the former first lady of rewriting history and dodging accountability for the 2024 loss

The Guardian - US

‘Shameless’ Taliban enlist Russian help in repairing military hardware left by fleeing Soviets

Agreement signed at International Security Forum in Moscow set to bolster Taliban’s military strength

The Independent UK

A bird has better protection than an Afghan woman. Welcoming the Taliban to Europe is a slap in the face

The EU must enact laws to stop gender apartheid and end impunity – not invite the perpetrators to Brussels. For Afghan women and girls it is a matter of survival

The Guardian - UK

Brave Afghanistan women's soccer team alive and kicking

Fatima Yousufi and Mona Amini escaped the Taliban and found refuge in Australia, and their dreams of playing international soccer may soon become reality.

AAP

Afghan women’s football team back on international stage after escaping the Taliban

The Afghan women’s team escaped the Taliban before returning to the international stage

The Independent UK

What happened to Afghanistan’s female academics?

Picture this: you have spent decades building a career. You have a master’s degree. You have taught hundreds of students. You walk into work every morning with a sense of purpose. Then, almost overnight, the gates close. You are told you cannot come back. Not because of anything you did,…

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The Economic Times

Pain for Pakistan: History makes a U-turn in India's neighbourhood

Russia and the Taliban have signed a significant military cooperation agreement. This pact alters regional security dynamics. Pakistan's strategic position is weakened as the Taliban moves away from Islamabad. India sees a strategic opportunity, consolidating its influence in Central Asia and reducing Pakistan's leverage. This development marks a major shift…

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100 Creepy Historical Facts That Sound Too Horrifying To Be Real

History and factual reality can often be scarier and weirder than anything you see in fiction. If you’re a fan of horror, creepiness, and bizarre things like we are, then we’ve got a truly terrifying list lined up for you today. The ‘Terrific History’ social media project shares some of…

The Independent UK

At least 22 refugees returning from Pakistan killed after truck overturns in eastern Afghanistan

Hundreds of thousands of Afghan refugees have returned home since Pakistan intensified a crackdown on undocumented foreigners in 2023

Euronews

Afghan refugee truck crash kills 18, injures 35 in eastern Afghanistan

Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Taliban government, expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, which took place at the conclusion of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, and offered condolences to the families of the victims

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The Times of India

Russia signs military pact with Taliban - How it can benefit India and unsettle Pak

Less than a year after formally recognising the Taliban government in Afghanistan, Russia has now signed a military cooperation agreement with Kabul. According to Politico, the agreement was signed on Wednesday during a meeting between Afghan Defence Minister Mohammad Yaqoub and Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu at the International…

The Guardian - UK

Afghan president voiced concern over civilians killed by SAS troops, inquiry told

Newly released evidence from inquiry into 80 deaths shows Afghan partner forces no longer willing to work alongside British by 2011

The Independent UK

Russia has signed a military pact with the Taliban. Could its fighters start turning up in Ukraine?

Analysis: Experts say neither side has shared details of what Russia-Taliban military cooperation looks like – but it is unlikely to follow the North Korea model

International Business Times UK

Want To Add 'Worked With Taliban Officials' To Your CV? Afghanistan's Bonn Consulate Is Recruiting Interns

An unpaid internship advertisement by Afghanistan's Bonn Consulate is now raising numerous but valid questions about career choices, reputation, and how today's graduates navigate a world where every line on a CV can instantly become political.

The Guardian - UK

‘We want to play like other teams’: Afghan women’s cricket dreams remain undimmed

Benafsha Hashimi fled the Taliban to Australia in 2021 and is determined to fight for the ICC to follow Fifa’s lead and recognise Afghanistan’s exiled players as the national side

The Guardian - US

Stephen Miller delivers for Trump: 145,000 US kids separated from their parents

A thinktank investigation shows how immigration detention has torn apart families, and experts point to trauma

The Independent UK

EU faces backlash over first invite to Taliban since 2021 takeover

Angered EU lawmakers say those who ‘carry out crimes against humanity should never set foot on European soil without passing through the ICC in The Hague first’

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