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Analyzing the State of Afghan Journalism

Analyzing the State of Afghan Journalism

By Hasmat Vejdani and Amit Kumar
The Federation of Afghan Journalists in Exile reports that the return of the Taliban has led to a substantial reduction in activity among Afghanistan’s once-vibrant media.

As the World Looks Away, Violence Is on the Rise Again in Afghanistan

As the World Looks Away, Violence Is on the Rise Again in Afghanistan

By Habib Khan Totakhil and Justine Fleischner
New data on violent trends in Afghanistan shows a marked shift in terrorism and violence toward women, journalists, and educators under Taliban rule.
Fear Runs Through Afghanistan’s ‘Hazardous’ Media Landscape

Fear Runs Through Afghanistan’s ‘Hazardous’ Media Landscape

By Kathy Gannon
Dread and uncertainty mount with every new report of a fellow journalist having been detained, interrogated or beaten by Taliban fighters.

Assassinations Silence Afghanistan’s Intellectuals

Assassinations Silence Afghanistan’s Intellectuals

By Ezzatullah Mehrdad
In each of Afghanistan’s past conflicts, intellectuals have been targets of intolerance and violence. Even as peace appears on the horizon, the risks intensify. 

Islamic State Claims Killing of 3 Female Media Workers in Afghanistan

Islamic State Claims Killing of 3 Female Media Workers in Afghanistan

By Associated Press
The slayings of the women are part of a larger spike in targeted killings in Afghanistan in the past year.

Afghan Media Struggle to Survive the Pandemic

Afghan Media Struggle to Survive the Pandemic

By Ezzatullah Mehrdad
Fewer ads, COVID-19 restrictions, and falling revenue have media outlets in Afghanistan “on the edge of collapse.”

Afghanistan’s Investigative Journalists

Afghanistan’s Investigative Journalists

By Ezzatullah Mehrdad
Daily newspaper Etilaat Roz makes an impact in the chaotic Afghan democracy.
How Free Press Has Strengthened Democracy in Afghanistan

How Free Press Has Strengthened Democracy in Afghanistan

By M. Ashraf Haidari
Afghanistan's free press is providing a critical service for the country's young democracy.

Taliban: Attack on Journalists Not an Attack on Journalists

Taliban: Attack on Journalists Not an Attack on Journalists

By Catherine Putz
By labeling TOLOnews a foreign “intelligence network” the Taliban are trying to justify the murder of civilians.

Defying the Odds: An Indian in Afghanistan

Defying the Odds: An Indian in Afghanistan

By Sonya Rehman
Kavita Nair of Shamshad Radio & Television Network speaks about misconceptions of Afghan media, and the country.

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