Afghan War
Sirajuddin Haqqani appointed as interior minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi as foreign minister, says spokesperson.
Updated 07 Sep, 2021 11:55pm
At least three rallies were held across Kabul in a show of resistance against the Taliban.
Published 07 Sep, 2021 05:35pm
Despite the billions of dollars of US-led military support, the army's capacity was hollowed out by years of rampant corruption.
Published 07 Sep, 2021 05:24pm
US state secretary hails “Qatar's extraordinary support in facilitating the safe transit of US citizens, Afghans at-risk".
Published 07 Sep, 2021 01:28pm
“Putting up curtains is not acceptable,” says one female student at Kabul University.
Published 07 Sep, 2021 12:42pm
Within weeks of the taking the capital, many of the street art pieces have been painted over.
Updated 07 Sep, 2021 01:47pm
Qatar, which hosts a major US airbase, has been the gateway for 55,000 people airlifted out of Afghanistan.
Updated 07 Sep, 2021 08:42am
“Since Pakistan is not getting any significant aid from the US, it should not be bothered much," says former ambassador to US.
Updated 07 Sep, 2021 09:47am
"We have no problem facilitating the evacuation of US citizens from Afghanistan,” says Ambassador Asad Majeed Khan.
Updated 07 Sep, 2021 07:49am
Britain lost 457 soldiers in Afghanistan or 13pc of the international military coalition's 3,500 fatalities since 2001.
Published 06 Sep, 2021 07:24pm
Indian media outlets using visuals from a video game to falsely claim PAF planes are bombing anti-Taliban fighters in Panjshir.
Updated 06 Sep, 2021 09:51pm
“We will announce the new government as soon as technical issues are resolved,” said Zabihullah Mujahid.
Published 06 Sep, 2021 02:28pm
Fahim Dashti, the spokesman for Ahmad Massoud's anti-Taliban group, was killed in battle on Sunday.
Published 06 Sep, 2021 12:18pm
Taliban spokesman says the group assured the UN delegation of "cooperation and provision of needed facilities".
Published 06 Sep, 2021 11:00am
The Taliban face many tests — of governance, averting economic collapse and containing terrorist groups.
Updated 06 Sep, 2021 08:30am
Interior minister denies that Pakistan is interfering in the internal affairs of Afghanistan.
Updated 06 Sep, 2021 09:57am
Negates the impression that Pakistan is following an Afghan policy different from the rest of the world.
Updated 06 Sep, 2021 08:46am
Imran, Gulf leaders call upon the international community to "step up its engagement" in order to avert crises in Afghanistan.
Updated 06 Sep, 2021 10:55am
The decree about regulations for female students comes as private universities prepare to open on Monday.
Published 05 Sep, 2021 07:55pm
Enemies for two decades, the Taliban and US were thrust into a bizarre collaboration for a common goal of wanting the latter out.
Published 05 Sep, 2021 06:08pm
Both sides claim to have the upper hand in Panjshir but neither can produce conclusive evidence to prove it.
Updated 05 Sep, 2021 07:58pm
Taliban have released prisoners across Afghanistan, which "really put the lives of women judges in danger", says Afghan judge.
Updated 05 Sep, 2021 04:44pm
The last time the Taliban were in power only three states recognised their rule: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Published 05 Sep, 2021 08:46am
The potential threat posed by IS-K must be assessed objectively and scientifically.
Published 05 Sep, 2021 08:33am
New govt announcement put off until next week; celebratory fire after reported victory claims 17 lives.
Updated 05 Sep, 2021 04:46pm
ISI chief travels to Kabul for meeting Taliban leaders.
Updated 05 Sep, 2021 10:03am
"There is an expectation that any govt that emerges now will have some real inclusivity in it," says US secretary of state.
Updated 04 Sep, 2021 01:19pm
"Both reiterated the desire to further enhance bilateral relations," says a press release by military's media wing.
Published 04 Sep, 2021 12:07pm
Will the developments in Afghanistan become a point of inflection for relations in South Asia?
Published 04 Sep, 2021 06:56am
The group is due to form government within days despite fighting in Panjshir Valley.
Updated 04 Sep, 2021 08:32am
