Page 5 - Latest Updates on Taliban
UN Security Council extends sanctions oversight on Taliban for another year
The UNSC members, in a meeting on Thursday, approved Resolution 2716, requesting the Sanctions Monitoring Team to support the committee established by Resolution 1988
 "UN Security Council extends sanctions oversight on Taliban for another year")
India's approach to Afghanistan continues to be guided by historical ties
Jaishankar said India's approach to Afghanistan continues to be guided by its historical relations, friendship with its people and relevant UN resolutions
 "India's approach to Afghanistan continues to be guided by historical ties")
Taliban sending Afghan women to prison for protection, says UN report
Women are sent to prison for their protection akin to how prisons have been used to accommodate drug addicts and homeless people in Kabul, the report said
 "Taliban sending Afghan women to prison for protection, says UN report")
Afghan envoy to UN emphasises importance of women's education, work
In the statement of the UDHR conference, the international community was asked to take necessary measures in the area of human rights violations, especially women's rights in Afghanistan
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UN agency warns of Afghans dying in winter if they don't get proper shelter
Many Afghan returnees are vulnerable, including women and children, who could lose their lives in a harsh winter if left without adequate shelter, the UN refugee agency said
 "UN agency warns of Afghans dying in winter if they don't get proper shelter")
Taliban must embrace and uphold human rights obligations in Afghanistan: UN
The head of the UN mission in Afghanistan, Roza Otunbayeva, said rights must be upheld to ensure the country's future prosperity, cohesion and stability
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Taliban's education policies harm boys as well as girls in Afghanistan: Rpt
The departure of qualified teachers including women, regressive curriculum changes and the increase in corporal punishment have led to greater fear of going to school and falling attendance
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Malala urges world to confront Taliban's 'gender apartheid' against women
She urged the international community on Tuesday to take collective and urgent action to end the dark days in Afghanistan
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China formally accords diplomatic recognition to Afghanistan's Taliban govt
Earlier reports from Kabul said China has given Bilal Karimi, a Taliban nominee the status of Ambassador and he has submitted his credentials to the foreign ministry here
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Afghanistan to open embassy in India, highlights commitment to boost ties
"In this regard, Afghanistan is pleased to announce its intention to open an Afghan embassy in India," the Afghan Embassy in India posted on X
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Afghan embassy in New Delhi will be functional in few days: Taliban govt
Deputy Foreign Minister in the Taliban set up, Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai said officials at the Afghan consulates in Hyderabad and Mumbai have visited the embassy following instruction from Kabul
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Pakistan carried out 'widespread abuses' against Afghan refugees: Report
"Pakistani officials have created a coercive environment for Afghans to force them to return to life-threatening conditions in Afghanistan," said Elaine Pearson, Asia director at Human Rights Watch
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2 killed, 10 injured in suicide blast targeting security forces in Pakistan
An explosives-laden tri-wheeler hit the security forces convoy on its way to Bannu from the North Waziristan district near the Azad Mandi in Bannu Cantonment on Sunday, police said
 "2 killed, 10 injured in suicide blast targeting security forces in Pakistan")
Turkey delivers 500 tonne aid for Herat earthquake victims in Afghanistan
The provided assistance includes essential items such as food, clothing, spices, hygiene products, blankets, and tents, Khaama Press reported
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Afghanistan embassy announces closure in New Delhi, issues statement
Despite "limitations in resources and power", the Afghan embassy said it has worked "tirelessly for their betterment and in the absence of a legitimate government in Kabul"
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Online violence against Afghan women surged this year due to curbs: Report
The London-based Afghan Witness Organisation published the results of their most recent study on the rise in online violence against campaigners for women's rights on Monday
 "Online violence against Afghan women surged this year due to curbs: Report")
Over 4 ,00,000 Afghans return home from Pak following crackdown on migrants
An estimated 1.7 million Afghans had been living in Pakistan when authorities announced its nationwide crackdown, saying that anyone without proper documents had to leave the country by October 31
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Taliban min attends meet in Pak despite tensions over expulsions of Afghans
Around 300,000 Afghans have returned home since last month, when Pakistan launched a nationwide crackdown on undocumented foreigners
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Nearly 400,000 refugees returned to Afghanistan from Pak in past two months
The Afghan nationals, who are currently detained in Pakistan, raised concerns about their situation. Afghan nationals said that they are facing severe challenges, TOLO News reported
 "Nearly 400,000 refugees returned to Afghanistan from Pak in past two months")
Over 3,000 migrants return to Afghanistan from Turkey in last 20 days
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has provided monetary support to 3,083 of these persons, with a total aid of 36,996,000 Afghanis, reported Khaama Press
 "Over 3,000 migrants return to Afghanistan from Turkey in last 20 days")
