Pakistan’s plan to evict thousands of Afghans ‘unacceptable’, says Taliban The Taliban says Afghan citizens were not to blame for Pakistan’s security problems. Al Jazeera · Oct 4, 2023
The shutdown of the Afghan embassy Afghan embassy in Delhi closes, consulates remain open. India not recognising Taliban, but engaging with them in multilateral initiatives. India sending humanitarian aid, goods to Afghanistan through other countries. Taliban urging India to support its economic revitalisation. Embassy closure indicative of informal relationship between India and Afghanistan. The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023
Pakistan announces big crackdown on migrants in the country illegally, including 1.7 million Afghans Pakistan’s government has announced a major crackdown on migrants in the country illegally, saying it would expel them starting next month The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2023
Pakistan launches anti-polio vaccine drive targeting 44M children amid tight security Pakistan has launched its second nationwide anti-polio campaign of the year Monday in an effort to inoculate 44 million children under the age of 5 The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2023
He survived Afghanistan under the Taliban. In Washington, he was shot dead Nasrat Ahmadyar worked with US forces in his home country. He was killed while driving for Lyft in July The Guardian - US · Oct 2, 2023
Afghanistan closes embassy in India citing lack of diplomatic support The move comes due to lack of support from India and increasingly challenging conditions to operate, the embassy says. Al Jazeera · Oct 1, 2023
Pakistani Taliban attack a police post in eastern Punjab province, killing 1 officer Pakistani Taliban fighters have attacked a police post in eastern Punjab province, killing one officer and injuring three others The Independent UK · Oct 1, 2023
Afghan Embassy closes in India citing a lack of diplomatic support and personnel The Afghan Embassy says it is closing in New Delhi from Sunday due to a lack of diplomatic support in India and the absence of a recognized government in Kabul The Independent UK · Oct 1, 2023
Afghanistan Embassy in India announces decision to cease operations from October 1 Afghanistan Embassy in India announces closure of operations from Oct 1, citing lack of support from host govt, failure to meet expectations & reduction in personnel & resources. Regrets decision, citing historic ties & long-standing partnership with India. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
Kazan meet makes no headway on equal rights in Afghanistan At Moscow Format, India representatives discuss equal rights for all Afghans; Taliban Foreign Minister calls for economic support, political recognition. Participants urge US to unblock Afghan assets, reject return of US/NATO forces. India grapples with Afghan Embassy closure in Delhi. The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023
Dozens dead after Pakistan rocked by bombings in two provinces Suicide bombers attacked mosques in the provinces of Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Al Jazeera · Sep 29, 2023
Twin suicide attacks underline the depth of Pakistan’s crisis Escalating violence comes at a time when the economy is in tatters and the caretaker government powerless The Guardian - UK · Sep 29, 2023
UK shame as Pakistani police storm hotel and arrest Afghans promised sanctuary in Britain Exclusive: British High Commission were forced to intervene to secure release of UK-bound Afghans – as ex-Army boss accuses government of ignoring allies The Independent UK · Sep 29, 2023
Afghan embassy says it is stopping operations in Indian capital India’s External Affairs Ministry says it's examining a letter from the Afghan Embassy that says it plans to cease all operations in the Indian capital by Saturday The Independent UK · Sep 29, 2023
WEKU · Sep 29, 2023 Dozens are dead after a blast in Pakistan at a rally celebrating birthday of prophet A powerful bomb exploded near a mosque at a rally celebrating the birthday of Islam's Prophet Muhammad in Pakistan, killing at least 52 people and injuring dozens more, officials said.
The Hindu · Sep 29, 2023 Morning Digest | EAM Jaishankar meets Blinken amid India-Canada diplomatic row; three killed in Rotterdam twin shootings, and more The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day
The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023 Afghanistan embassy announces shutdown citing lack of MEA support Afghan Embassy to India forced to close due to lack of resources from Taliban regime. MEA received unsigned Note Verbal asking for assistance, visas for 3,000 students, safe custody of deposits, exit permits for diplomats and families, and recognition of Afghan tricolour. MEA examining authenticity of Note Verbal due to…
Evening Standard · Sep 28, 2023 ‘They are birds in a cage’: the Afghan girls fleeing to Europe in hope of education At a makeshift school in a refugee camp on the Greek island of Lesvos, Afghan girls embrace the learning denied to them by the Taliban — and dare to dream of a new future
The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023 India will continue to raise its voice in support of Afghan people: Ruchira Kamboj tells UNSC India’s permanent representative to the U.N. Ruchira Kamboj reaffirmed India’s commitment to peace, stability & humanitarian aid for Afghanistan. India has provided food, medicines, vaccines, disaster relief, winter clothing & educational scholarships.
The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023 Morning Digest | Centre extends AFSPA in parts of Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh for another six months; ‘High level of military tension’ with China over last three years, says EAM Jaishankar, and more The Hindu’s Morning Digest brings readers a select list of stories to start the day
The Hindu · Sep 26, 2023 Pakistan’s internal challenges, shifting dynamics Pakistan stands at the crossroads, where adopting a new path is imperative to its securing a more stable and prosperous future
The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2023 As mental health worsens among Afghanistan's women, the UN is asked to declare 'gender apartheid' The U_N_’s most powerful body is being asked to support governments seeking to legally declare the crackdown by Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers on women and girls “gender apartheid."
France 24 · Sep 25, 2023 Pakistani police become targets for Islamist militants Pakistan has seen an upsurge in terrorist attacks since the Taliban retook power in neighbouring Afghanistan in August 2021. A large proportion of these attacks are carried out by the TTP, also known as the Pakistani Taliban, against security forces. Faced with this new threat, the Pakistani police are now…
The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2023 He spoke no English, had no lawyer. An Afghan man's case offers a glimpse into US immigration court The case of an Afghan man who represented himself in U.S. immigration court offers a rare look in that system's proceedings
The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2023 Football group in Derby puts smiles on refugees’ faces The group aims to help improve the mental wellbeing of refugees in the area through football.