Afghanistan
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Afghanistan’s “Death Roads” and Countless Victims of Fatal Accidents
DID Press: Poor condition of Afghanistan’s roads, combined with insufficient oversight of passenger transport companies, has created a deadly cycle of accidents, turning the nation’s highways into virtual graveyards for travelers. The recent tragedy on Kabul–Kandahar highway, which killed 25…
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Torkham Border Closed Following Caretaker Government Decision
DID Press: Torkham, a major crossing point between Afghanistan and Pakistan, has been unexpectedly closed to movement, reported sources close to Afghanistan’s caretaker government. According to sources, all transit routes through the border crossing have been temporarily blocked, and no…
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Right-Hand Drive Vehicles ordered to be Out of Kabul
DID Press: Abdul Mateen Qane, spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior of Afghanistan’s caretaker government, announced on Saturday, August 30, that owners of right-hand drive vehicles must comply strictly with new regulations issued by the ministry. According to the statement,…
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Former Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce Chief Returns to Kabul
DID Press: former head of Afghanistan’s Chamber of Commerce and a prominent figure in international economic institutions returned to Kabul after an extended stay in Germany, facilitated through a liaison commission with Afghanistani personalities. Azarakhsh Hafizi, who previously held membership…
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SCO: Caretaker Government Must Enable Inclusive Political Participation
DID Press: Secretary-General of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) emphasized that establishing an inclusive government with representatives from all ethnic and political groups is essential for achieving lasting peace in Afghanistan amid ongoing security and social challenges. Speaking ahead of the…
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Pakistan Declines to Comment on Drone Strikes in Afghanistan
DID Press: Pakistan’s Deputy PM and FM M. Ishaq Dar evaded a question about reported Pakistani drone strikes in Afghanistan’s Khost and Nangarhar provinces during a press conference in Islamabad. Dar did not provide details regarding the operations or possible…
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92% of Afghanistan People Support Girls’ Education
DID Press: A recent UN survey reveals that an overwhelming majority of Afghanistan – both men and women across urban and rural areas – strongly support education for girls. According to UN Women, findings from a nationwide survey show that…
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Poll Finds Economy, Employment as Top Priorities in Caretaker Government’s Five-Year Strategy
In a new poll, DID Press asked about the most important priority of the Taliban caretaker government’s next five-year strategy. The results indicate that the majority consider economic development and employment opportunities as key priorities. According to the survey data:60…
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Afghanistan’s Future Not Include Those Who Deprived Its People, says Khalilzad
DID Press: Zalmay Khalilzad, former U.S. special envoy on Afghanistan peace process, recently issued a pointed warning: those responsible for depriving Afghanistan people of opportunities over the past two decades must not include in the country’s future. His comments, delivered…
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Airstrikes on Nangarhar Leave Multiple Casualties
DID Press: Khost and Nangarhar provinces were hit by drone strikes, resulting in multiple casualties, according to local sources. Nangarhar provincial media office reported that two airstrikes were carried out last night in Shinwari district, injuring four children and one…
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