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A hazy street in Kabul, Afghanistan, showing people walking and cycling through thick air pollution, highlighting severe environmental conditions.

Kabul Air Pollution Crisis: Climate Change, Fuel Quality, and Traffic Worsen Air Quality

1 week ago Walma Zala

KABUL, Afghanistan – Officials from the Taliban-led National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA) have pinpointed climate change, groundwater contamination, shrinking green spaces, unpaved roads, and the widespread use of low-quality fuel as significant factors contributing to …More

A snowy street in a Kabul neighborhood with apartment buildings on one side, pine trees covered in snow, and footprints and tire tracks visible on the snow-covered road.

Severe Weather Alert: Afghanistan Braces for Heavy Rain, Snow, and Storms

3 weeks ago Walma Zala

Afghanistan’s Meteorological Department, under the Taliban administration, has issued an alert for severe weather conditions expected to impact large parts of the country. Forecasts predict heavy rainfall, snow, powerful storms, and icy winds across several …More

An overhead shot of Kabul’s urban area covered in heavy gray smog, with buildings partially visible through the haze, highlighting the city’s severe air pollution problem.

Afghanistan’s Silent Health Crisis: How Air Pollution Threatens Lives and What Can Be Done”

1 month ago Yaraan Team

KABUL, AFGHANISTAN – As winter approaches, residents in Afghanistan’s major cities, particularly Kabul, find themselves battling swooping temperatures and a silent killer: air pollution. Despite official claims that current air quality levels are not “alarmingly …More

Rashid Khan sits in a foldable chair by a peaceful lake, gazing into the horizon as the golden hues of sunset paint the sky, surrounded by lush greenery and the gentle ripples of water.

Rashid Khan Becomes Leading Wicket-Taker in T20 Cricket, Setting Historic Record

Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan has become the leading wicket-taker in Twenty20 (T20) cricket, surpassing former West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo. With 632 wickets to his name, Rashid now holds the record for the most …More

A group of Afghan women and children sit inside a truck with metal bars at the Torkham border crossing, returning from Pakistan to Afghanistan on October 31, 2023. Some women cover their faces with scarves, while others wear traditional clothing, reflecting the uncertainty of their journey.

Afghan Refugees Face Deportation Amid Crackdowns in Pakistan and Iran

Afghan refugees in Pakistan and Iran are facing increasing pressure as authorities in both countries intensify deportation efforts, raising concerns among humanitarian organizations and rights advocates. Deportation Measures in Pakistan The United Nations High Commissioner …More

Zabihullah Mujahid, dressed in traditional Afghan attire, speaking during an interview with a decorative background featuring cultural elements.

Rifts Deepen Within Taliban Leadership Amid Internal Struggles

Reports of internal discord within the Taliban leadership are growing as high-ranking officials express discontent over key policy decisions, particularly the ban on girls’ education. While Taliban spokespersons continue to deny these claims, mounting evidence …More

A group of Afghan women and children sit inside a truck with metal bars at the Torkham border crossing, returning from Pakistan to Afghanistan on October 31, 2023. Some women cover their faces with scarves, while others wear traditional clothing, reflecting the uncertainty of their journey.

Pakistan Urges Western Nations to Resettle Afghan Refugees by March Deadline

Pakistan has called on the United States and other Western nations to expedite the resettlement of Afghan refugees who have already been accepted or are awaiting approval. Officials have warned that if these individuals are …More

Children dressed in traditional Afghan attire scatter rose petals to celebrate the ICC Champions Trophy during its December 2024 countrywide tour.

Afghan Cricket Fans Struggle to Obtain Pakistani Visas for Champions Trophy

Cricket enthusiasts in Afghanistan and Afghan exiles abroad are facing difficulties obtaining Pakistani visas to attend the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, set to begin on February 19 in Pakistan. Many Afghan fans, eager to support …More

A United Nations flag waves in front of the UNAMA Administration building in Kabul, Afghanistan, under a clear blue sky.

UNAMA Contractor Wounded in Shooting at Kabul Office

KABUL – The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has reported that a Taliban member opened fire at one of its offices in Kabul, injuring an international security contractor. UNAMA’s press office confirmed to …More

A hazy street in Kabul, Afghanistan, showing people walking and cycling through thick air pollution, highlighting severe environmental conditions.

Kabul Air Pollution Crisis: Climate Change, Fuel Quality, and Traffic Worsen Air Quality

KABUL, Afghanistan – Officials from the Taliban-led National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA) have pinpointed climate change, groundwater contamination, shrinking green spaces, unpaved roads, and the widespread use of low-quality fuel as significant factors contributing to …More

A group of Afghan children and women inside a truck with metal fencing at the Torkham border crossing on October 31, 2023. A young girl in a colorful headscarf gazes outside, while others, including small children, look through the bars of the truck. The uncertainty and hardship of their forced return are visible in their expressions.

Pakistan Orders Afghan Refugees to Leave; UN Expresses Concern

Pakistan has ordered Afghan refugees holding Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) documentation to leave Lahore and Rawalpindi and return to Afghanistan, according to a directive from the Pakistani government. The directive, shared via WhatsApp by the …More

Kabul Serena Hotel with its landscaped garden and walkway, captured in 2013.

Kabul Serena Hotel Ceases Operations, Transferred to Taliban Government

The Kabul Serena Hotel , one of the Afghanistan’s few luxury hotels, has ceased operations after nearly two decades, with its management transferred to the Taliban government’s Ministry of Finance. According to an official statement, …More

Afghan women's cricket team adjusting their caps while standing on the field.

MCC Launches Global Refugee Cricket Fund to Support Afghan Women Cricketers

The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), based in London, announced on Friday that it has launched the Global Refugee Cricket Fund. According to the club, members of the Afghanistan women’s national cricket team living abroad will …More

A group of Afghan women sitting under a tent in Islamabad, engaging in discussions about their rights and future.

Afghan Women Stranded in Pakistan Appeal to U.S. for Urgent Action

**ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – ** A group of Afghan women, formerly engaged in sectors such as education, healthcare, media, and civil society, has issued an urgent plea to senior U.S. officials, seeking intervention in their stalled …More

Afghan women's cricket team lined up on the field before their match in Melbourne, Australia.

Afghan Women’s Cricket Team Plays Historic Match in Australia Amid Taliban Restrictions

MELBOURNE, Australia – For the first time since the Taliban banned women’s sports in Afghanistan, a team of Afghan female cricketers took to the field in Melbourne, Australia, marking a significant moment in their struggle …More

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