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A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan near the border with Pakistan late Sunday, leaving at least 800 people dead and more than 1,300 injured, Taliban officials reported. The quake hit at a shallow depth of about five miles near Jalalabad, making it especially destructive. Authorities warned
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Russia has formally recognized the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan, marking a major diplomatic shift and making it the first major global power to establish official ties with the regime. The decision comes after Russia’s Supreme Court removed the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations in April—an
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The Taliban government has imposed an indefinite ban on chess in Afghanistan, claiming the game contradicts Islamic principles due to its perceived association with gambling. Atal Mashwani, a spokesperson for the Taliban's sports directorate, said the suspension stemmed from religious concerns. He stated that under their interpretation of
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Since March, Afghan boys have been required to wear long tunics and turbans to school, following an order from the Taliban aimed at aligning students’ appearance with what they define as Islamic values. The Education Ministry stated the uniform rule was introduced to promote modesty, enforce discipline, and reduce visible
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) is under growing pressure to suspend Afghanistan's cricket participation following allegations of women's rights abuses under Taliban rule. Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called for the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) to be barred from international cricket until women and girls are
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The Taliban authorities have expressed their approval of the extension of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) mandate until March 17, 2025. This move, sanctioned by a unanimous vote from the UN Security Council, aims to enhance Afghanistan's connections with other nations and international organizations. Zabihullah
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The Islamic Emirate in Afghanistan faces international pressure due to its stance on fundamental human rights, particularly regarding education for girls. The refusal to allow girls access to secondary and higher education has drawn criticism not only from the UN-led West but also from neighboring countries like Pakistan, Iran,