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Fifty dead in heavy rain, floods in central Afghanistan, official says

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Fifty dead in heavy rain, floods in central Afghanistan, official says

At least 50 people are dead in central Afghanistan due to heavy rain and flooding. The rain spell began on Friday, cutting off key roads and causing significant destruction in the province of Ghor. 2,000 houses were destroyed, 4,000 were partially damaged, and 2,000 shops were flooded in the capital, Feroz-Koh. Last week, flash floods in northern Afghanistan killed 315 people and injured over 1,600. Afghanistan is vulnerable to natural disasters, and the lack of aid has worsened since the Taliban took over in 2021.

Gunmen kill three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan, ’s central Bamyan province

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Gunmen kill three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan, ’s central Bamyan province

Three Spanish tourists were killed and at least one Spaniard was injured in an attack by gunmen in Afghanistan’s central Bamyan province.

Afghanistan floods devastate villages, killing 315

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Afghanistan floods devastate villages, killing 315

Flash floods in northern Afghanistan have killed 315 people and injured over 1,600, causing widespread devastation in villages. Thousands of homes were damaged, livestock wiped out, and health care facilities and infrastructure were affected. The Taliban’s economy minister called for support from the UN and aid agencies. Afghanistan is prone to natural disasters and is considered one of the most vulnerable countries to climate change.

Death toll from Afghanistan floods rises to 315, Taliban ministry says

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Death toll from Afghanistan floods rises to 315, Taliban ministry says

The death toll from flooding in northern Afghanistan has reached 315, with over 1,600 people injured. Thousands of homes have been damaged, and livestock wiped out. The country is prone to natural disasters and has faced an aid shortfall since the Taliban took over in 2021. The Taliban’s economy minister has called for support from the U.N. and humanitarian agencies for those affected by the floods.

At least 153 dead in Afghanistan floods, Taliban say

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At least 153 dead in Afghanistan floods, Taliban say

The official death toll from devastating flash floods in northern Afghanistan has risen to 153 people across three provinces, according to the Taliban’s interior ministry. The World Food Programme reported a higher death toll of over 300, but the ministry maintains their figure of 153. At least 138 people have been injured in the flooding, with many left homeless and essential services severely disrupted.

Afghanistan floods kill over 150

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Afghanistan floods kill over 150

The official death toll from the flash floods in northern Afghanistan has risen to 153 people across three provinces, according to the Taliban’s interior ministry. The World Food Programme reported a higher death toll of more than 300 people.

Afghan women turn to entrepreneurship but struggle to access capital

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Afghan women turn to entrepreneurship but struggle to access capital

Female-led businesses in Afghanistan are becoming crucial for Afghan women under Taliban restrictions. A study by the United Nations Development Programme found that many female entrepreneurs struggle to access capital and markets, with only 5% able to gain credit from banks. The Taliban’s restrictions on women’s movement and work have caused a decline in formal employment, but female entrepreneurship continues, particularly in industries like carpet weaving and handicrafts. International support is seen as crucial for the future of female-led businesses in Afghanistan.

EXPLAINER-Why did ISIS-K attack a Moscow theater?

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EXPLAINER-Why did ISIS-K attack a Moscow theater?

The U.S. has intelligence confirming Islamic State’s responsibility for a deadly shooting attack at a concert near Moscow. Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K) emerged in eastern Afghanistan in late 2014, known for extreme brutality and being one of the most active Islamic State affiliates. Its membership has declined since 2018 due to losses inflicted by the Taliban and U.S. forces. The U.S. stated that intelligence capabilities against groups like ISIS-K in Afghanistan have decreased after the 2021 troop withdrawal. ISIS-K has conducted various attacks, including twin bombings in Iran and a suicide bombing at the Russian embassy in Kabul. The group opposes Russian President Vladimir Putin, criticizing him in propaganda and viewing Russia as oppressive towards Muslims.

Taliban says it hit back at Pakistan military after air strikes in Afghanistan kill 8

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Taliban says it hit back at Pakistan military after air strikes in Afghanistan kill 8

Afghanistan’s Taliban reported that Pakistan conducted two air strikes on Afghan territory, resulting in the deaths of five women and three children. In retaliation, the Taliban’s security forces used heavy weapons against the Pakistani military. These incidents occurred amid mutual accusations between the two countries regarding responsibility for recent militant attacks in Pakistan, which Pakistan attributes to groups operating from Afghan soil, an allegation the Afghan Taliban denies. The air strikes targeted the eastern border provinces of Khost and Paktika. Following the air strikes, the Taliban’s defence ministry stated it had targeted Pakistani troops at the border. The context for these events includes a recent attack by unknown militants on a Pakistani military post, killing seven security forces, with such attacks reportedly increasing in recent months, many claimed by the Pakistani Taliban (TTP) and said to be launched from Afghan territory.