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Has Afghanistan Turned into a Sanctuary for Jihadist Groups?
By Abdul Basit
Unlike the mid-1990s, Afghanistan under the Taliban has not become a hub of jihadists. However, the threat level has risen.
ICC Should Prosecute Taliban for Crimes Against Humanity for Denying Girls Education: UN Envoy
By Edith M Lederer
Fifty-four of the 80 edicts issued by the Taliban explicitly target women and girls and dismantle their rights.
Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban: Friends Becoming Foes
By Arsalan Bilal
At first, a Taliban victory in Afghanistan was considered synonymous with Pakistan’s victory. But disappointed hopes on both sides now have the neighbors at loggerheads.
Reclusive Taliban Leader Releases End-of-Ramadan Message
By Associated Press
Akhundzada has played a bigger role of late in directing domestic policy, including banning girls' education and role in public life.
Taliban Say There Are No Obstacles to UN Work in Afghanistan
By Associated Press
Last week, they banned female Afghan staffers working for the UN from reporting for work.
Ahmad Shuja Jamal on How the US Facilitated the Taliban’s Return to Power
By Sudha Ramachandran
“The Trump administration committed, and the Biden administration gave, everything the Taliban needed [to return to power] without getting anything in return.”
Ruling Taliban Display Rare Division in Public Over Bans
By Rahim Faiez
Without naming Taliban chief Akhundzada, Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani criticized his decision-making for “hurting the reputation" of the regime.
Citing Taliban, Australia Nixes Afghanistan Cricket Series
By Associated Press
Instead of being supportive, Australia is taking away Afghans' only reason for happiness, an Afghan cricketer said.
Afghan Women Athletes Barred From Play, Fear Taliban Threats
By Associated Press
Afghan society has always frowned upon women participating in sports, but unlike the Taliban, previous governments encouraged girls to play.
Aid Chief: Taliban Decrees Against Women Paralyzing NGO Work
By Riazat Butt
Women are vital for the delivery of lifesaving assistance in Afghanistan, and aid agencies are calling for a reversal of the ban on Afghan women working at NGOs.
Forget the Taliban and Help the Afghan People Instead
By Mohamed Zeeshan
The international community must prioritize evacuating and settling Afghanistan's embattled female population at the earliest possible opportunity.
Taliban Bar Women From University Education in Afghanistan
By Associated Press
The decision will hurt the regime’s efforts to win recognition from foreign governments and international donors.
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