Afghanistan
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EU Reaffirms Support for Female Health Workers in Afghanistan
DID Press: European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting training and empowerment programs for nurses, particularly women in Afghanistan, marking International Nurses Day on May 12. In its message, the EU emphasized the essential role of nurses in saving…
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UNAMA: New Update on Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan
DID Press: United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan says more than 750 civilians were killed or injured during cross-border violence between Pakistan and the de facto authorities in Afghanistan during the first three months of 2026. According to the UN…
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Beating of Shia Cleric Raises Fears Over Taliban Pressure on Minorities
DID Press: The reported assault on prominent Shia cleric Ustad Hussaindad Sharifi in Kabul’s Dasht-e-Barchi district is being viewed by analysts as more than an isolated disciplinary incident by local Taliban authorities. Observers say the episode reflects broader patterns in…
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$700M Investment Boosts Industry and Agriculture in Balkh Province
DID Press: Chamber of Commerce in Balkh Province has announced that over $700 million was invested in production, industrial, and agricultural sectors during 1404, marking a significant expansion of economic activity in northern Afghanistan. According to economic sources, the investments—reported…
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Humanitarian Crisis Warning After Severe Flooding in Eastern Afghanistan
DID Press: International Organization for Migration has warned of a growing humanitarian emergency following recent flash floods in eastern Afghanistan, where approximately 2,000 families have been affected in Nangarhar Province. Heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding across the region, leaving thousands…
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Returning Afghan Migrants Fear Education Disruption for Their Children
DID Press: Families among Afghan migrants recently deported from Pakistan say that, alongside economic hardship and lack of shelter, their most urgent concern is the future education of their children after returning to Afghanistan. With the ongoing deportation process, many…
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Afghanistan Para-Taekwondo Star Wins Gold at EU Championship
DID Press: Afghan-born para-taekwondo athlete Zakia Khudadadi has claimed the gold medal at the European Para-Taekwondo Championships, delivering a standout performance against top competitors from Italy, Georgia, and Turkey. Khudadadi, who is currently based in France, secured the championship title…
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Afghanistan U-20 To Face Turkmenistan in Crucial CAFA Opener
DID Press: Afghanistan U20 national football team will begin its campaign today against Turkmenistan in the opening match of the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) U20 Championship, hosted in Tajikistan. According to the official schedule published by the Central Asian…
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UN Warns Afghan Women and Children Face Growing Hunger Crisis
DID Press: United Nations has warned that worsening economic conditions, widespread unemployment, and climate change are intensifying food insecurity in Afghanistan, placing millions of people — especially women and children — at risk of malnutrition. According to the UN, the…
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EU to Invite Taliban Delegation to Brussels for Migration Talks
DID Press: European Commission announced Monday evening that it plans to invite a Taliban delegation to Brussels for discussions on the deportation of Afghan migrants from Europe. According to reports by Agence France-Presse, informed sources said an official letter will…
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