Page 10 - Latest Updates on Taliban
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
 "China formally accords diplomatic recognition to Afghanistan's Taliban govt")
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
 "Afghanistan to open embassy in India, highlights commitment to boost ties")
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
 "Afghan embassy in New Delhi will be functional in few days: Taliban govt")
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
 "Pakistan carried out 'widespread abuses' against Afghan refugees: Report")
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
 "Turkey delivers 500 tonne aid for Herat earthquake victims in Afghanistan")
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")
Satisfaction level of Afghan women for freedom lowest in world: Survey
As per the Gallup survey, 17 per cent of women in Afghanistan said that they are treated with respect. The survey also stated that women in Afghanistan live in suffering
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Taliban criticises Pak's decision to deport Afghan immigrants from country
Kharoti, in an interview with TOLO News, added that Pakistan should treat Afghan immigrants responsibly and allow them to return to the country of their own volition
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Pak decides not to back Taliban after it fails to rein in TTP group: Report
The TTP, which has ideological linkages with the Afghan Taliban and is also known as the Pakistan Taliban, was set up as an umbrella group of several militant outfits in 2007
 "Pak decides not to back Taliban after it fails to rein in TTP group: Report")
Terror cases in Pak up 60% since Taliban took over Afghanistan: PM Kakar
Kakar asserted that the details of the attacks were in the knowledge of the Afghan interim authorities, but no action was taken against the TTP despite assurance by the Taliban
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Afghan farmers lose income of more than $1 bn after Taliban banned poppy
Afghanistan was the world's biggest opium producer and a major source for heroin in Europe and Asia when the Taliban seized power in August 2021
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Afghan PM appeals Pakistan to not 'expel Afghans in an undignified manner'
"If their (Pakistan) reason is to expel undocumented migrants only, then why are they humiliating the refugees, stealing their property, and destroying their houses?" he added
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Pakistan's Mianwali Training Air Base attacked; 3 gunmen killed in response
According to reports, the Islamist terror group Tehreek-e-Jihad has taken responsibility for the attack on the Mianwali Air Force base
Taliban asks nations hosting Afghan refugees not to forcefully deport them
The Taliban spokesperson said Afghans have been forced to migrate to various countries due to the wars over the past 45 years in Afghanistan
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