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Freshta Jalalzai

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An Afghan Woman Activist’s Visit to Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan

Zerka Malyar and her team sought to confront the Taliban on the critical issue of women’s rights.

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A Not-So-Bright Nowruz for Afghanistan’s Girls

The festival traditionally marks the beginning of the school year. For the thousands of girls who are prevented from attending by Taliban edicts,...

21.03.2024 7

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Afghan Women’s Woes: Beyond and Before the Taliban

Even under the previous government, horrific cases of violence against women occurred with startling frequency.

08.03.2024 8

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UN Doha Conference on Afghanistan Fails to Achieve Key Goals

The Taliban’s refusal to participate – and those invited to represent Afghanistan from other groups – sparked much debate among Afghans.

20.02.2024 6

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A Murdered Ambassador, a Closed Embassy: The Tragic History of US Diplomacy in Afghanistan

As the U.S. debates the fate of its embassy in Kabul, it's worth remembering the broader context of Afghanistan-U.S. diplomatic relations –...

14.02.2024 10

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China Welcomes a Taliban Ambassador to Beijing

While still short of formal diplomatic recognition, the move is part of a trend of growing engagement driven by the strategic interests of both sides.

01.02.2024 3

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Alarm Over Hijab Enforcement Exposes Afghanistan’s Dire Need for Direct Engagement

Resolving the complex issues that Afghans face demands more than just external envoy efforts. It necessitates direct engagement with the people of...

12.01.2024 3

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Can Pakistan’s Maulana Fazlur Rehman Mend Ties With the Taliban?

The famously pro-Taliban politician is making a visit to Kabul at a tense time in Afghanistan-Pakistan relations.

10.01.2024 10

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Anti-War Advocate Accused of Terrorism in Pakistan, Inspiring Global Protests

Manzoor Ahmad Pashteen, the leader of the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement, has been arrested under mysterious circumstances.

09.12.2023 6

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The Qosh Tepa Canal: A Source of Hope in Afghanistan 

While the canal project is a source of promise, it faces many challenges, not the least of which is unease in Central Asia about water security. 

01.12.2023 4

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Documented or Not, Afghan Refugees in Pakistan Face Humiliation and Abuse

“If you are Afghan, you have no rights, and actually, your status does not make much difference.” 

08.11.2023 6

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