Zabihullah Mujahid
Taliban government spokesperson
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View Timeline →Dozens Killed and Wounded in Pakistani Airstrikes on Locations in Afghanistan
Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan have reportedly resulted in the deaths and injuries of numerous civilians, including women and children, according to Taliban officials. Pakistan claims…
Taliban: Civilians killed in Pakistan airstrike; Pakistan: Forces supported by India were the target
A Pakistani airstrike reportedly killed 13 civilians and injured 14 in eastern Afghanistan, according to the Taliban. Pakistan, however, asserts that the operation aimed at…
The Divorce Principles Document in Afghanistan Sparks Controversy; Taliban Spokesman: Opponents' Views Are 'Irrelevant'
The Taliban's divorce principles document has faced backlash, with critics arguing it legitimizes child marriage and violates women's rights. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid dismissed these…
Taliban Announces Exchange of Afghan Prisoner for Two American Citizens
The Taliban announced the release of two American citizens in exchange for an Afghan prisoner held by the U.S. This exchange involved Ryan Corbett and…
Taliban Reports Arrest of Suspects in the Murder of Three Foreign Tourists in Afghanistan
The Taliban has arrested several suspects, including a Tajik national, in connection with the murder of three foreign tourists in Bamiyan and an attack on…
Taliban Seeks Prisoner Exchange with the U.S.
The Taliban is proposing a prisoner exchange with the U.S., offering to release two American detainees in exchange for Afghan nationals held in the U.S.…
UN: Al-Qaeda and Taliban Assist in Executing Terrorist Attacks in Pakistan
The UN report reveals that Al-Qaeda has set up training camps in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan and is aiding the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in executing attacks against…
Fact-Checking | Are Afghan Women Being Arrested for 'Improper Hijab'?
UNAMA reports that Taliban officials are arresting women for not adhering to hijab laws, leading to allegations of mistreatment and creating a climate of fear.…
Taliban Calls Pakistan's Decision to Expel 1.7 Million Afghan Migrants 'Unacceptable'
The Taliban condemned Pakistan's decision to expel 1.7 million Afghan migrants, asserting that they are not responsible for security issues in Pakistan. Pakistan's Interior Minister…
Second Anniversary of Kabul's Capture; Criticism of the Taliban Government Continues
The Taliban celebrated the second anniversary of their takeover of Kabul while facing ongoing criticism regarding women's rights and media freedom. Despite their claims of…
Fact-checking: Rejection of American weapons left in Afghanistan in neighboring countries and Gaza Strip
The Taliban denies involvement in the trafficking of American weapons left in Afghanistan, despite evidence showing these weapons have reached markets in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and…
Dozens of Afghan Security Forces Killed in Taliban Attack
The Taliban launched a deadly attack on an Afghan military base, resulting in the deaths of over 100 Afghan security personnel. This incident highlights the…
Taliban Claims Pakistan Pressured the Group to Negotiate with Kabul
The Taliban claims that Pakistan has pressured them into negotiations with the Afghan government by detaining a senior leader. While the U.S. and Pakistan push…
Taliban Seizes Army Base and Ongoing Battle in Ghazni
The Taliban has captured an Afghan army base in Faryab province and continues to engage in fierce battles in Ghazni for the fifth day. The…
News Summary for Saturday, August 6
Iran's National Carpet Center plans to sue the U.S. over sanctions on Iranian carpets, while the Deputy Minister of Housing reports a surplus of three…
ISIS Flag Raised in the 'Tora Bora' Mountains
ISIS has raised its flag in Tora Bora, Afghanistan, indicating a significant territorial gain. This area was previously used by the Taliban, and reports suggest…
Taliban Capture Half of Kunduz City in Northern Afghanistan
The Taliban have captured over half of Kunduz city in northern Afghanistan amid ongoing clashes with Afghan security forces. This marks the second attack on…
Casualties from Suicide Attack in Northern Afghanistan Reach 29
A suicide attack in Kunduz, Afghanistan, has resulted in at least 29 deaths, primarily among members of an illegal armed group. The Taliban has claimed…