Five years after the Taliban seized control, Unesco reports that 2.4 million Afghan girls remain excluded from school, highlighting the ongoing impact on education in Afghanistan.

UNESCO reports that the Taliban's ban on education for girls in Afghanistan has impacted over 2 million girls, making Afghanistan the only country in the world to prohibit women from schooling. This policy has reversed two decades of progress in the country.

Five years after taking power, the Taliban continues to build global ties and cooperation with various countries, despite still lacking official international recognition.

An Afghan refugee, suspected of planning terrorist acts in France and having clandestine ties with the Taliban, has been charged with terrorism and imprisoned.

New EU negotiator, who previously helped free Taliban hostages, thought it was safe to book holiday during recess When Hamish Falconer left his career as a Foreign Office diplomat for the hostile…

Five years after the Taliban's takeover, Afghanistan is grappling with a severe humanitarian crisis characterized by drought, widespread poverty, and a profound disregard for human rights.

An editorial discusses Moldova's long-standing pro-European stance and EU candidate status, raising questions about its political direction despite parliamentary majority declarations.

A visit by a Taliban delegation to Moldova has reportedly caused a scandal, as detailed in a local news roundup that also covers topics like rising water prices and an energy crisis.

Moldovan President Maia Sandu criticized high-ranking officials for their lack of awareness regarding the country's foreign policy following a controversial visit by a Taliban delegation. Sandu expressed shame that not all officials were familiar with the nation's international stance.

The Peshawar High Court rejected pleas from an ex-Afghan general and an agent against their arrest and deportation, citing that fears of Taliban persecution do not constitute a valid cause of action.

An AP News report details how the Taliban's ban on education for girls has specifically impacted one family in Afghanistan.

A dispute has arisen in Moldova regarding who extended an invitation to a Taliban delegation to visit the country, as the visas granted to the group have caused confusion given that no country except Russia officially recognizes the Taliban as Afghanistan's government.

Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Toofan clarified that a controversial visit by a Taliban delegation to Chisinau was handled as a routine administrative matter, with involved ministries adhering to all procedures.

Moldova's Secretary General of Government, Alexei Buzu, described the recent visit of a Taliban delegation to Chisinau as an unacceptable mistake. He emphasized that Moldovan authorities should not permit entry to representatives of regimes that grossly violate human rights, particularly women's rights.

Representatives of the Taliban government from Afghanistan are reportedly visiting Moldova, prompting authorities to investigate how the invitations and visas for the delegation were issued.

The armed group Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing outside a police station in northwest Pakistan that killed at least 14 people.

Germany has faced criticism after deporting a man to Afghanistan who was not a convicted criminal, with many more flights expected to follow, raising concerns about necessary agreements with the Taliban.

Following an attack on the CSD, the German government reiterated its promise for more deportations, especially of criminals. However, a non-offender was also deported to Afghanistan this week for the first time, sparking debate.

Unknown armed individuals assassinated a senior local official of the de facto Taliban government in Afghanistan's northeastern Badakhshan province. The news was announced by the Ministry of Information and Culture in Kabul.

More health clinics in Afghanistan are closing their doors as foreign funding, on which they rely, dries up. Many countries scaled back development aid after the Taliban came to power five years ago.

Germany has carried out its first deportation of an Afghan individual without a criminal record since the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan. This marks a significant shift in the country's deportation policy.

The head of the Taliban's information and culture department in Afghanistan's Badakhshan province, Zabihullah Amiri, was assassinated by two armed men while traveling to his office near the provincial capital of Faizabad.

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister has urged the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to pressure the Taliban to eliminate safe havens for terrorists, linking regional peace to the cessation of terrorism originating from Afghanistan.

A former Marine, now a journalist, returned to Afghanistan to interview a Taliban commander he had previously fought, seeking answers and closure after years tied to the country.

Nilofar Ayoubi, an Afghan women's rights activist now living as a refugee in Poland, shares her extraordinary story of being dressed as a boy by her father for 10 years to protect her from the Taliban's rules.

Pakistan is reportedly resorting to a 'terror playbook' amidst challenges with the Taliban and a crisis in PoK, with China expressing high-level concerns about the safety of its personnel and projects.

This article details how the Taliban government has systematically erased women's rights in Afghanistan since taking power five years ago, restricting their voices and appearance, and lowering the marriage age to nine.

A newly formed anti-Taliban militant group has claimed to have briefly seized the district headquarters in Badakhshan, Afghanistan, with videos circulating that reportedly show fighters raising their flag.

The European Parliament is seeking an explanation from the European Commission regarding its decision to host a delegation of Taliban officials in Brussels at the end of June. Questions are being raised about the purpose and outcomes of the meeting.

An inquiry heard that a soldier, Christopher Green, was allegedly labeled a 'Taliban-loving apologist' after raising concerns about an Afghanistan raid where 'wrong people' were reportedly shot dead by the International Security Assistance Force.

Afghanistan's leader has asserted full control over Herat, a city that previously enjoyed looser social norms, even under Taliban rule, as a new campaign targets its cosmopolitan outpost.

Pakistani forces report killing 75 separatists in Balochistan and allege that both the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and Pakistani Taliban operate from hideouts in Afghanistan with support from India.

Indian travel creator Sharanya Iyer documented her solo journey through Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, exploring its dramatic mountains and meeting locals, raising questions about whether tourism legitimizes the Taliban regime.

The German government is reportedly allowing Taliban diplomats into the country to facilitate the deportation of criminals to Afghanistan, signaling a shift in its policy.

Swedish church leaders are calling on the government to cease negotiations with the Taliban regarding deportations, arguing that migration policy should not depend on agreements with oppressive regimes.

Afghan Taliban authorities stated they conducted air attacks on Pakistani territory, while Islamabad announced its forces intercepted and shot down drones.

The Taliban launched an attack on Pakistan in retaliation for recent bloody airstrikes conducted by Pakistan. This action marks an escalation of tensions between the two nations.

Afghanistan's Taliban forces conducted strikes in Pakistan's Balochistan province, targeting alleged Islamic State bases, days after Pakistan's own airstrikes in Afghanistan.

Pakistan launched airstrikes into Afghanistan, with the Taliban reporting 36 civilian deaths, while Pakistan claimed 32 militants were killed in the ongoing conflict.

Portugal's Left Bloc party has condemned a meeting between the European Commission and the Taliban, questioning whether Portugal was present. The party seeks clarification on the country's involvement in the controversial discussions.

Grand Duchess Maria Teresa of Luxembourg reacted unusually sharply to the EU's decision to invite a delegation of the radical-islamic Taliban to Brussels.

The Taliban has imposed a nationwide ban on smartphones for all state employees, including soldiers, officials, and judges. This directive has led to a collapse in official communication, and human rights activists are warning of further restrictions on rights.

The European Union is facing increasing criticism following a visit by a Taliban delegation to Brussels, which a Taliban spokesperson celebrated as a "trust-building" exercise with EU member states.

Criticism surrounding cooperation with the Taliban on deportations is reportedly counterproductive for women in Afghanistan, as it complicates the delivery of crucial humanitarian aid to the country.

The European Union invited Taliban representatives for a discreet meeting in Brussels to discuss the repatriation of Afghans, sparking controversy. The talks focused on the return of Afghan migrants amidst criticism from various groups.

Malala Yousafzai condemned a meeting between the EU and the Afghan Taliban, stating she was shocked and deeply troubled by the talks and that Europe 'must not legitimise oppression'.

Five years after their return to power, the Taliban continue to intensify repression against Afghan women and girls, leading human rights groups to describe the situation as 'gender apartheid.' The country faces collapse with women and girls deprived of basic rights.

The Taliban are negotiating with the EU on deportations to Afghanistan. Their delegation is led by a man who spent his youth in New Zealand.

A new decree from Afghanistan's Taliban rulers reportedly makes it impossible for women and girls to leave unwanted or abusive relationships, even with family support, as highlighted by the case of Fatima in late 2025.

The German Interior Ministry reportedly aims to increase deportations to Afghanistan, following technical-level discussions between German government representatives and the Taliban. Plans include increasing the number of special flights to Kabul.

Afghan director Shahrbanoo Sadat discusses the portrayal of machismo in Afghanistan, stating that the Western world is shocked by the Taliban's machismo without understanding its pre-existing presence in the country.

An investigation into the attack on the RSS office in Ranchi has revealed links to a Pakistan ISI-backed terror network, Tehreek-e-Taliban Hindustan, with three arrested individuals allegedly communicating with handlers via encrypted apps.

Taliban authorities in Afghanistan have issued a widespread ban on smartphone use among government officials, with devices being publicly destroyed.

Belgium has received visa applications from five representatives of the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, who are expected to attend a meeting in Brussels.

In Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, a woman named Nanawati struggles to negotiate with men who are imposing restrictions on the lives of Afghan women.

An article discusses the evolving foreign policy strategies and international relations of the Taliban government.

The United Nations has issued a call for Afghanistan's Taliban rulers to reverse their ongoing crackdown on women's rights and freedoms in the country.

Finnish Interior Minister Mari Rantanen is pushing for communication with the internationally isolated Taliban regime to facilitate the return of Afghans to their home country, a move that has drawn strong criticism.

BBC chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet was awarded a prestigious nonfiction prize for her book 'The Finest Hotel in Kabul', which highlights the Taliban's treatment of women.

A UN agency report reveals that half of Afghan women rarely leave their homes due to deepening Taliban restrictions, which include banning girls from secondary education and women from university, further highlighting the severe challenges faced by women under the regime.

The German government is permitting Taliban representatives to act as diplomatic envoys in the country, while simultaneously withdrawing protection assurances for vulnerable individuals from Afghanistan.

UNESCO reports that the Taliban's ban on education for girls in Afghanistan has impacted over 2 million girls, making Afghanistan the only country in the world to prohibit women from schooling and wiping out decades of progress.

Five years after taking control of Afghanistan, the Taliban have expanded diplomatic and economic ties globally, though the country remains largely isolated due to a lack of formal recognition.

Millions of people in Afghanistan are suffering from hunger and disease under the Taliban regime, a situation worsened by Western aid cuts five years after the withdrawal of international troops.

Pakistan has strongly rejected claims by the Afghan Taliban that weapons are being smuggled into Afghanistan from Pakistan, labeling the allegations as frivolous and baseless. This denial comes amidst ongoing border tensions between the two nations.

Ustad Fazel Sapand, an Afghan musician who fled the Taliban, arrived in Portugal without speaking local languages, performed for Madonna, and completed a master's degree on traditional Afghan women's songs.

Despite the Taliban's restrictive rule and devastating poverty, secret rendezvous, abortions, and mass marriages highlight enduring love stories in Afghanistan.

While thousands fled Afghanistan, former President Hamid Karzai remained in the country, a decision that continues to raise questions about why he chose not to flee and instead asked the Taliban to take power in Kabul.

An investigation into 231 femicide cases in Afghanistan highlights a dire situation where men murder women with impunity under Taliban rule, with crimes often covered up by the state.

A former Danish soldier observes new military opposition against the Taliban in Afghanistan, sparking hope for a viable resistance movement. This development suggests a growing challenge to the Taliban's control.

Banned from playing football in their home country, members of the Afghan women's national team have reunited 8,000 miles away, finding freedom and independence through the sport.

Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan has described the visit of a Taliban government delegation from Afghanistan to Chișinău as "embarrassing and unacceptable," announcing initial measures to address the situation. The visit has sparked a scandal in the Republic of Moldova, prompting a strong reaction from the country's leadership.

A delegation from the Taliban has arrived in Moldova, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stating no official meetings will take place. However, Kabul has reported on cooperation with Chisinau, and Moldova's Secretary of Agriculture noted accommodating Moldovan companies.

Former Afghan army Lieutenant General Sami Sadat has announced an armed campaign against the Taliban, stating it will initially target Taliban fighters, bases, and leaders before expanding nationwide, following the failure of talks.

A Pakistan army spokesman has criticized the Taliban regime's conduct, questioning if it reflects Islamic values, and flayed 'Muslims befriending kafirs,' referring to the RSS-BJP as 'masters' and the Taliban as 'slaves'.

The Islamic State-Khorasan (IS-K) has claimed responsibility for the killing of a Taliban official in Afghanistan. This incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.

The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the killing of Zabihullah Amiri, head of the information and culture department in Badakhshan, Afghanistan, who was shot dead while en route to Faizabad.

A senior local official of the de facto Taliban government in the province of Badakhshan, in northeastern Afghanistan, was killed on Tuesday by an attack by unknown armed men, as announced by the...

Germany has, for the first time since the Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan, deported an Afghan citizen who did not have a criminal record.

An analysis explores the true consequences and events that unfolded in Afghanistan following the Taliban's ban on opium cultivation.

Germany's Federal Constitutional Court partially granted a complaint against the government's blanket revocation of asylum commitments for Afghans endangered by the Taliban, which was set to expire at the end of 2025.

Germany is facing criticism for its cooperation with the Taliban regarding deportations, as the country's policy now allows for the deportation of non-criminal Afghans, a move the Chancellor defends.

Shocking testimonies from Afghanistan reveal the widespread practice of child marriages under the Taliban, with young girls, some as young as eight, being sold as brides to repay family debts.

KURRAM: Security forces launched an effective and full-scale retaliatory response to unprovoked firing by the Afghan Taliban at border posts in Kurram, security sources told Dawn on Sunday. The…

An analysis piece reflects on Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis and ongoing challenges nearly five years after the Taliban entered Kabul in August 2021.

The Pakistani army announced that it killed 24 members of the Pakistani Taliban in recent operations. This action targeted several Taliban fighters.

Migration Commissioner Magnus Brunner is scheduled to answer questions from MEPs today regarding the Taliban's visit to Brussels last month, which had provoked strong reactions.

A Taliban minister has denied any oppression of women in Herat, stating that there is no 'barbarity' against them in the region. This statement comes amidst ongoing international concerns regarding women's rights under Taliban rule.

Businesses in Afghanistan are suffering significantly due to the Taliban's strict dress code restrictions, which are keeping women at home and out of the workforce and marketplace.

The Taliban has announced a ban on smartphones for government workers, police, and military personnel, a restriction that is now extending to healthcare and educational facilities, raising concerns among ordinary citizens about potential broader prohibitions.

The Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has claimed to have killed a Pakistan Air Force officer in Islamabad.

A reported third split of Jamaat-ul-Ahrar from the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has sparked questions regarding whether it signifies routine restructuring or deeper internal divisions within the militant group.

An Indian woman shares her experiences navigating Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, including establishing women-owned cafes in Kabul and conducting online classes.

The Taliban has enforced a new smartphone ban, with official reasons citing obedience and security, but the move is seen as an attempt to control information and prevent leaks, as videos of destruction are still being posted online.

The German government is allowing Taliban diplomats into the country to facilitate the deportation of criminals to Afghanistan, a move described as "realpolitik" despite human rights concerns.

Following an attack in Karachi, Pakistan has launched strikes against targets in Afghanistan, claiming to have killed terrorists, while the Taliban government reported civilian casualties and vowed retaliation.

A new Taliban marriage law is reportedly trapping women and girls in unwanted and violent relationships, preventing them from leaving even with family support.

The European Union has made its first direct contact with the Taliban, with whom it does not maintain diplomatic relations, to organize deportations from Afghanistan.

Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen defended Finland's technical cooperation with the Taliban regime, stating there is no reason to withdraw and that connections are needed for potential returns to Afghanistan, a stance criticized by the Social Democratic Party as 'shameful'.

A political debate has erupted in Brussels regarding discussions with Taliban representatives, with some viewing it as technical coordination and others as legitimizing a terror regime.

Afghanistan's Taliban government has reportedly imposed a ban on smartphones for government officials, though the Taliban-led Communications and IT ministry has debunked claims of a widespread ban.

The Taliban and the EU have held negotiations in Brussels, described as a 'technical meeting' by Finland's Interior Minister Mari Rantanen, focusing on the safety of asylum seekers returned to Afghanistan.

A delegation of Afghan Taliban officials met with European Union officials in Brussels for the first time since their return to power, an event the EU defended despite human rights organizations denouncing it as legitimizing the Islamists.

The Taliban have requested diplomatic recognition and consular presence from the EU during a meeting in Brussels, offering to accelerate the deportation of Afghan nationals who have committed serious crimes or pose a security threat.

Criticism has emerged regarding the issuance of visas to a Taliban delegation, who are reportedly in the country for discussions concerning deportations.

The Taliban government's morality police detained approximately 20 aid workers near the Iran-Afghanistan border, citing their beards not being long enough as the reason.

Two explosions in a region of Pakistan known for Taliban activity have resulted in the deaths of seven people. The incidents occurred in an area where the militant group operates.

Since the Taliban's takeover in August 2021, the situation for Afghan women has significantly deteriorated, with the regime systematically removing them from public life.

Pakistan's information ministry has refuted claims by the Afghan Taliban that their forces struck militant hideouts in Pakistani border areas.

The Taliban has issued a new order banning the use of smartphones for government employees, a move that analysts suggest could precede broader restrictions for the entire population.

Europe's proposed dividend tax plans are expected to significantly alter the Dutch Box 3 tax system, according to experts. Separately, human rights activists have criticized the European Commission's plans to host a Taliban delegation.

The Taliban have issued a directive banning the use of smartphones by government officials, with reports suggesting a wider implementation that could lead to an Afghanistan-wide prohibition.

Delhi Police's Special Cell has apprehended five more individuals connected to a Pakistan-ISI-backed terror module, Tehreek-e-Taliban Hindustan (TTH), as part of a wider crackdown on a cross-border network.

A Russian court has fined a teenager £100 for a social media post insulting the Taliban, ruling that the comment amounted to incitement of ethnic hatred.

An article reflecting on the state of journalism, titled 'Between Radicals and 'Democratic Taliban',' discusses the relationship between A.V. (likely Aleksandar Vučić) and the 'Danas' newspaper.

Afghan women's rights continue to diminish amidst reports that the European Union is planning talks with the Taliban. This development raises concerns about the future of women's rights in Afghanistan.

Haji Najibullah was sentenced to 42 years in Manhattan federal court for his role in the 2008 kidnapping of New York Times journalist David Rohde, capping a long saga.

An unprecedented plan was put in place to smuggle professional Afghan women cyclists out of the country after the Taliban took power, fearing for their lives.

While the world largely refrains from officially recognizing the Taliban, many countries, including Britain and EU members, are increasingly engaging with them, with Russia currently being the only nation to formally acknowledge their authority.

Two United Nations staff members have been arrested and detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan. The details surrounding their arrest remain unclear.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reportedly softened his stance on protesters from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), now referring to them as 'patriots,' despite his party's earlier claims of Tehrik-e Taliban presence among them.

Five years after regaining power, the Afghan Taliban government is actively engaging in diplomatic efforts, though only Russia has officially recognized their rule. Many Western nations continue to demand domestic reforms on human rights before considering recognition.

As the fifth anniversary of the US troop withdrawal approaches, Afghanistan under Taliban rule continues to grapple with an imminent famine and the 'systematic erasure of Afghan women's rights,' issues that remain largely unaddressed by the international community.

Fünf Jahre nach ihrer Machtübernahme versuchen die Taliban, Afghanistan touristisch zu öffnen.

Iran commemorates the 28th anniversary of the death of reporter Mahmoud Saremi, who was killed by Taliban fighters at the Iranian consulate in Mazar-i-Sharif.

A Moldovan news segment discusses new taxes, citizens' electricity consumption, and the reception of the Taliban, reflecting various domestic issues and conspiracy theories.

An editorial discusses the Afghan Taliban's refusal to sever ties with terrorist groups like the TTP, posing a significant problem for neighboring countries like Pakistan.

Attacks by rebel movements in the heart of Kandahar demonstrate that armed resistance can still strike the Taliban in their stronghold, according to a Danish soldier. The UN reports increased resistance in Afghanistan.

Moldova's Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi confirmed that visas were issued to a delegation from the Taliban-controlled government of Afghanistan, stating that all legal procedures were followed despite political sensitivities.

A top university student in Afghanistan recounts how her aspirations of becoming a pilot were shattered when the Taliban regained control, forcing her into marriage.

A delegation from Afghanistan's Taliban government visited Moldova for official meetings, but their arrival in Chisinau sparked confusion as no one seemed to know how they obtained visas.

Moldovan authorities have launched an investigation to determine who invited and granted visas to a Taliban delegation that visited Chisinau. The government is examining how the invitations and visas were issued for the unauthorized visit.

The Taliban government is promoting Afghanistan as safe for tourism, with state-funded institutions training young men in the industry, despite the absence of women in such programs.

An article argues that Donald Trump's first term as US president, marked by actions like capitulating to the Taliban, already foreshadowed the current debacle in the Middle East, as Iran and its supporters escalated attacks on American bases.

Five years after the Taliban's return to power, ZDF's Katrin Eigendorf travels to Afghanistan to document the lives of people in Kabul and those who managed to flee the country.

Germany has for the first time deported an individual without a criminal record to Afghanistan, a controversial move since the Taliban's takeover in 2021.

Germany has resumed deportations of individuals to Afghanistan, including for the first time since the Taliban's return to power, a person without a criminal record. This marks a significant shift in Germany's policy regarding Afghan deportations.

An analysis suggests that the monolithic facade of the Taliban regime is giving way to profound structural decay, indicating that authoritarian suppression should not be confused with institutional permanence.

Pakistan's Foreign Office expressed disappointment with the European Union's GSP+ report, rejecting Amnesty claims and urging scrutiny of the Taliban regime.

A female Afghan Christian convert, who fled the Taliban's restrictions on women's public life and education, is now reportedly at risk of deportation while in Qatar.

The crisis in Afghanistan has led to a dramatic increase in child marriages, with poverty, Taliban restrictions, and the exclusion of girls from education forcing thousands of families to marry off their underage daughters.

Nearly a hundred Afghans are secretly studying Finnish in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, hoping to leave the country. One student, Salman, takes precautions like deleting messaging apps to avoid detection.

Pakistani security forces have killed eight Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorists in separate operations in Bannu and Balochistan. These actions are part of the ongoing Operation Shaban.

Afghanistan's Taliban minister of morality denied the oppression of women in Herat, despite local police in the city tightening restrictions on women's dress.

Five years after the Taliban retook Afghanistan, students report male pupils being beaten for minor rule breaches and inexperienced teachers struggling to deliver lessons, highlighting the ongoing challenges to education.

Businesses in Herat, Afghanistan, are experiencing a downturn as female customers opt to stay home following a recent crackdown by morality police on women's attire, according to local shopkeepers and residents.

Shivraj Singh Chouhan, a prominent Indian politician, held discussions with a Taliban minister regarding potential agricultural cooperation between India and Afghanistan.

Despite the Taliban government's ban on most female employment, women in Afghanistan are generally permitted to farm, playing a crucial role in sustaining their villages.

Ireland's High Court has ruled to overturn the refusal of refugee status for a man who claimed the Taliban bombed his village, stating that the international protection process did not adequately consider the applicant's age.

An opinion piece suggests that Pakistan might be becoming overly confident in its dealings with Afghanistan, implying that toppling the Taliban could prove to be a more challenging experience than anticipated.

Germany's new policy regarding the Taliban is being questioned, with some interpreting it as a potential shift towards welcoming the group. This new approach has sparked debate and scrutiny.

Pakistan has launched airstrikes within Afghanistan, utilizing precision-guided munitions, targeting the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) after issuing a warning of kinetic cross-border responses to terrorism linked to Afghanistan.

Three Pakistani rangers were killed and four injured in Karachi by a faction of the Taliban, marking the most significant attack in the city since an October 2024 explosion targeting a Chinese convoy.

Law-abiding Afghans residing in Denmark are struggling to accept the new Danish government's plan to cooperate with the Taliban on forced deportations, a measure outlined in an upcoming expulsion reform.

EU states are seeking to deport more Afghans, with a delegation having met the Taliban in Brussels to negotiate terms, a move criticized by those who deem deportation to Afghanistan unacceptable.

A Coldplay fan, known as 'Coldplay Lady,' attended her first concert a year after a controversial incident involving a Jumbotron. She described herself as 'still a hot mess' following the experience.

The Taliban government has issued an order prohibiting civil servants from using smartphones. Violators will have their phones destroyed and face legal penalties.

Recent talks between the EU and the Taliban have sparked outrage among Afghan women, who view the engagement as a betrayal amid rising anti-immigration rhetoric in Europe.

Brussels has responded to the Taliban's request for diplomatic recognition, stating that there will be no concessions of any kind, with the Interior Commissioner clarifying that previous talks were only about repatriating criminals.

A five-member Taliban delegation met with European Commission officials in Brussels with maximum discretion, a move that has sparked a storm of reactions from various organizations and MEPs.

Poland's Deputy Minister of Interior and Administration confirmed the country's participation in European Commission-organized talks with the Taliban, focusing on the repatriation of individuals without the right to stay in Afghanistan.

Europe faces a collective challenge with a large number of Afghan refugees who cannot be deported, making engagement with the radical Islamic regime in Kabul necessary to resolve the issue.

A Taliban delegation has met with EU officials in Brussels to discuss increasing the return of failed asylum-seekers to Afghanistan, a visit that has drawn criticism from human rights advocates.

The Taliban regime has enforced a general ban on smartphone use for government officials, leading to the confiscation and smashing of devices.

A clandestine meeting involving the Taliban took place in Brussels, drawing attention due to its undisclosed nature. The gathering has sparked discussions regarding the transparency of international engagements with the group.

After years of international isolation, the Taliban are unexpectedly being welcomed in Brussels, raising questions about the reasons behind this shift in diplomatic engagement.

Germany has agreed with the Taliban to increase its diplomatic presence in Afghanistan, a move intended to facilitate a significant increase in deportation flights to the country.

With secondary education and most traditional jobs largely inaccessible under Taliban rule, thousands of Afghan women are increasingly turning to entrepreneurship as their primary means of earning income and maintaining social connections.

The Taliban has issued a new order banning the use of smartphones by officials and fighters, with reports indicating they have begun destroying devices in enforcement. The ban, seen by The Guardian, was set to take effect this week.

Pakistan's Information Ministry has rejected claims by the Afghan Taliban regarding cross-border drone strikes, accusing the Taliban of attempting to divert attention from militant activity originating from Afghanistan.

The Taliban government's highest court has issued a written order banning smartphones for civil servants and military personnel at work, with violations resulting in phones being smashed and punishment.

The Taliban government in Afghanistan has implemented a new measure prohibiting public employees from using smartphones during working hours.

Concerns are raised that the EU and Finland are granting political legitimacy to the Taliban through repatriation policies, despite the Taliban's continued suppression of women's rights.

Afghans are questioning how long the Taliban's internal repression and support for terrorism must continue before the international community fully recognizes the threat posed by their five-year rule.

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) confirmed that a staff member was held for two days in early June by the Taliban regime in Afghanistan.

A suspect has been apprehended for allegedly supplying drones to the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), indicating efforts to disrupt militant logistics.

The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), in a joint operation with a federal civilian intelligence agency, arrested a suspect in Karachi for allegedly supplying drone technology and electronic equipment to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).