Afghan people gather along a road as they wait to board a US military aircraft to leave the country, at a military airport in Kabul on August 20, 2021 days after the Taliban’s military takeover of Afghanistan.) The United Nations human rights chief on Monday criticized the Taliban’s record since seizing power in Afghanistan, noting … Read more
Top ministers from India and Australia have called for international anti-terror efforts in Afghanistan, bolstering mutual security ties and blunting China’s growing regional assertiveness. Top ministers from India and Australia, have called for international anti-terror efforts in Afghanistan, bolstering mutual security ties and blunting China’s growing regional assertiveness. Australia’s foreign and defense ministers met their … Read more
The Taliban announced earlier this month that women could still study at university if they wore an abaya robe and niqab covering most of the face… Afghan women will be allowed to attend university as long as they study separately from men, the Taliban’s new higher education minister said Sunday. Women’s rights in Afghanistan were … Read more
Former Afghanistan leader Ashraf Ghani said he was advised to flee the country when Taliban forcefully took over from him. Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani has stated that he fled when Taliban took over Kabul, the country’s capital, in order to allow peace to reign. It would be recalled that some weeks ago, terrorist group … Read more
Taliban has announced a new leader and ministers. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Taliban has on Tuesday announced Mullah Mohammad Hasan Akhund as the leader of their new government in Afghanistan. READ ALSO: Suicide Bombing: Taliban Kill Soldiers In Pakistan According to AFP, chief spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid also told a press conference that Taliban co-founder Abdul Ghani Baradar … Read more
Taliban have claimed victory over opposition forces in northeastern Kabul. Taliban forces on Monday morning declared conquest over Pjanshir province, the final resistance group in Kabul, following weeks of terror and unceasing insurrection. The latest claim by the insurrectionists means Taliban now control all provinces in the state. “Panjshir, which was the last hideout of … Read more
At least three soldiers were killed and 15 others wounded near Quetta in Balochistan province, police said. Pakistani Taliban claims responsibility for the bombing. EkohotBlog reports that a suicide bomber has detonated his explosives near a security checkpoint in restive southwestern Pakistan, killing at least three paramilitary personnel and wounding 15 others. Read Also: Why … Read more
Taliban reportedly meets stiff resistance after pushing deep into Afghanistan’s holdout Panjshir Valley. EkohotBlog reports that the Taliban and opposition forces continue to battle to control the Panjshir Valley; north of Kabul with resistance fighters disclosing that they captured hundreds of Taliban forces. The National Resistance Front (NRF) of Afghanistan, forces loyal to local leader … Read more
Taliban deployed pepper sprays and tear gas to disperse protesters as they marched towards the presidential palace. EkohotBlog reports that in recent weeks, the Taliban had sent mixed signals about the place of women in Afghan society with the ban of women in public institutions and workplaces immediately after the group took over the country. … Read more
It is alleged that one-third of the country is facing food insecurity and is in need of funds. Since the US withdrew its forces, the Taliban who are currently controlling Afghanistan have resumed domestic flights from Kabul airport in a bid to get help from the international community. The fall of Ashraf Ghani government … Read more
Shaheen’s comments came after reports emerged that a new interim government will be announced soon in Kabul. The Taliban through its spokesperson has given stern instructions to the US to desist from interfering with Afghanistan culture. The group also said it will like to have a normal better relationship with the US following the … Read more
Putin, the Russian president is treading carefully with the hardline group, which Moscow officially considers a ‘terrorist group. EkohotBlog reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed that he hopes the Taliban will behave in a “civilized” manner in Afghanistan to enable the global community maintain diplomatic ties with Kabul. Putin mentioned on Friday that “Russia … Read more
Reports say there was a brief confrontation between a Taliban guard and some of the women. Women rights activists in Afghanistan took part in a demonstration in Kabul calling for equal rights and full participation in political life. Despite the likelihood of being assaulted by the Taliban who now control Afghanistan, a group called … Read more
The Taliban have formed government, Afghanistan Gets a new President EkohotBlog reports that the co-founder of the group; Mullah Baradar will lead the newly formed government for the country. Announcement to be made shortly, close sources to the extremist group revealed on Friday. This is coming in the midst of their battle with rebel fighters … Read more
The Spokesman of the Taliban says China gave the assurance on increased aid and keeping the embassy in the country. EkohotBlog reports that a Taliban spokesman announced on Friday that China has promised to keep its embassy in Afghanistan open and to increase humanitarian aid to the war-ravaged country following the group’s victory. A top … Read more
The Hazaras, Afghanistan Minority group are in danger following the Taliban takeover of the country. The safety of the minority group is in jeopardy following the group’s control of the country. EkohotBlog reports that in an interview Abdul Ghafoor, Director of Afghanistan Migrants Advice and Support Organization had with Al Jazeera, monitored by our reporter … Read more
The Taliban have not formed a new government despite seizing power, international recognition and acceptance remain in question and foreign aid is yet to resume in Afghanistan. EkohotBlog reports that the United Nations has sent warnings to Afghanistan, says it could face a food crisis in a months’ time, with at least one out of … Read more
India has made the announcement of its first formal diplomatic meeting with the Taliban; their first official diplomatic discussion since the extremists group seized power in Afghanistan following the withdrawal of United States Forces. EkohotBlog reports that India’s ambassador to Qatar, Deepak Mittal, met with the head of the Taliban’s political office, Sher Mohammad Abbas … Read more
The Taliban took over the government of Afghanistan to the surprise of many across the world; including America who underestimated them. As they prepare to lead the country, they will be combating numerous issues ranging from crumbling economy, unpaid salaries, hunger, cashless banks, and mass hunger in the country. EkohotBlog reports that the extremists’ group … Read more
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said: “Congratulations to Afghanistan… this victory belongs to us all. Despite promising to hurt no one, it seems the Taliban have reneged on that promise as there are reports to the contrary. It is reported that the Taliban are carrying out ‘house-to-house executions’ after horrifying audio of gunshots raging across … Read more