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Taliban-Controlled Provincial Media Office Reports Incident on X
Rashid Khan on Women’s Cricket: “I Definitely Want to See Anyone Represent Afghanistan”
Afghanistan captain backs women’s participation in sport while stressing decisions rest with cricket authorities
Afghan Girls Still Barred From Education After 1,605 Days
UNICEF Warns 2.2 Million Girls Denied Schooling, Risks to Health, Early Marriage and National Future
Two Killed in Separate Traffic Incidents in Nangarhar Province
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Afghan Cyclists Denied Airport Entry to Asian Championships in Saudi Arabia
Immigration refusal blocks Afghan athletes despite valid visas
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Taliban Execute Man in Public Gathering in Khost province
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