Two Children Killed, Five Injured in Explosion of Unexploded Ordnance in Nangarhar
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
Taliban Media Office Cites Speeding, Carelessness Behind Fatal Crashes
Afghan Cyclists Denied Airport Entry to Asian Championships in Saudi Arabia
Immigration refusal blocks Afghan athletes despite valid visas
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The Taliban deferred inquiries on girls’ education “until further notice.”
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