August 2026
Private Universities in Afghanistan Banned from Accepting Students in Law and Political Science
The Taliban's Ministry of Higher Education has prohibited private universities in Afghanistan from enrolling new students in law and political science. This decision affects the…
Return of 'Eight Million' Migrants to Afghanistan; Taliban Government: Resettling This Number Is Not Easy
The Taliban reports that around eight million Afghan migrants have returned from Iran and Pakistan in the last five years, with the Ministry of Refugees…
Iran Says It Has Not Yet Reached a Conclusion on Recognizing the Taliban Government
Iran has not yet decided whether to recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan, according to Mr. Baqai. Despite this, Iran plans to maintain and strengthen…
Clashes in Badakhshan; a Pregnant Woman Killed by Gunfire from Afghanistan in Tajikistan
Recent armed clashes in Badakhshan, Afghanistan, have spilled over into Tajikistan, resulting in the death of a pregnant woman from gunfire. Tajikistan has lodged a…
Explosion at Munitions Factory Near Rome Raises Safety Concerns
A powerful explosion occurred at a munitions factory south of Rome, Italy, on Thursday. The incident raises concerns about munitions safety and security in Europe.…
Five Years of Taliban Rule; 'I am a midwife and pregnant... I am worried about my daughter's future'
The Taliban government's recent health report indicates a significant rise in maternal mortality rates in Afghanistan, highlighting concerns for women's health and future prospects. This…