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Afghan allies still waiting for the safety Germany promised
Afghan allies still waiting for the safety Germany promised
When the Taliban retook power in August 2021, Berlin promised to bring Afghan staff to Germany. Many are still waiting.Politics08/15/2026August 15, 2026
Girls study in secret in Afghanistan to skirt Taliban ban
Girls study in secret in Afghanistan to skirt Taliban ban
Maryam studies online and secretly teaches girls English while calling for rights, scholarships and support for women.Human Rights08/15/2026August 15, 202602:16 min
How 5 years of Taliban rule have changed Afghanistan
How 5 years of Taliban rule have changed Afghanistan
The Taliban collect taxes and conduct diplomacy. But most countries don’t consider them Afghanistan’s legitimate rulers.Conflicts08/14/2026August 14, 202613:58 min
Taliban pressured by insurgents after 5 years in power
Taliban pressured by insurgents after 5 years in power
Armed factions across Afghanistan are looking to challenge the Taliban and their central claim of providing security.Politics08/14/2026August 14, 2026
When the earth moves: 6 major earthquakes of 2026
When the earth moves: 6 major earthquakes of 2026
Colombia, Venezuela, Mindanao: Powerful earthquakes have killed thousands this year. Even slight tremors can be deadly.Society08/13/2026August 13, 2026
Germany widens deportations to Afghanistan
Germany widens deportations to Afghanistan
Earlier this week, Germany for the first time deported a man with no criminal record. Others now fear the same fate.Politics08/01/2026August 1, 2026Show moreSkip next section In the spotlight
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Afghan Taliban clamp down on women, smartphones, protests
There are signs of deep anxiety behind the Taliban’s crushing grip on Afghanistan as they near five years in power.Politics06/23/2026June 23, 2026
Taliban, Russia are cozying up to each other — why?
Russia has agreed to help the Taliban repair Soviet-era weapons as the Islamist regime seeks leverage against Pakistan.Conflicts06/03/2026June 3, 2026
Football: Afghan women’s team recognized in blow to Taliban
Afghanistan’s women have fought for international status. FIFA’s recognition is a “slap to the face” of the Taliban.Soccer04/29/2026April 29, 2026
Should Western influencers promote Taliban‑run Afghanistan?
In the race for clicks and followers, some content creators are promoting Afghanistan while ignoring Taliban rule. Travel04/08/2026April 8, 2026
Iran war overlaps with Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict
With airstrikes on Afghan territory, Pakistan has declared open war on the Taliban.Conflicts03/17/2026March 17, 2026
Afghan refugees and Iran’s poorest bear the brunt of war
Thousands of Afghans are attempting to flee Iran amid escalating attacks while children face growing hunger and disease,Conflicts03/12/2026March 12, 2026All content (968) on this topic
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