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Meeting of Islamic Emirate’s Opponents, Foreign Diplomats Held in Moscow:

By Naveed Samadi in TOLOnews Online, Nov 23, 2023 at 9:15 PMA meeting under the title of “Afghanistan in the past and future” with the participation of Islamic Emirate opponents and envoys of various countries was held on Thursday in Moscow. The participants included former officials of the Afghan government and some other Afghan elites—who oppose the Islamic Emirate’s government, and envoys from Iran, Russia and some other countries. They discussed the formation of an…

Protests Against Pakistan’s Visa Policy Continue in Chaman Area:

Report in TOLOnews Online, Nov 23, 2023 at 9:36 PMProtests continue across the Durand Line in the Chaman area of Quetta, Balochistan, against Pakistan’s policy which stipulates passengers must have a visa. The protestors said that they will continue their demonstration until the Pakistan government rescinds its decision. They also blocked the Chaman-Quetta highway from 20th November. “They are neighboring countries, when someone wants to cross to the other side, what is the need for…

UNHCR Urges Pakistan to Stop Deporting Afghan Refugees:

Report in TOLOnews Online, Nov 23, 2023 at 9:09 PMThe UN High Commissioner for Refugees called on Pakistan to stop the deportation of Afghan refugees, saying they face harsh winter conditions and an existing humanitarian crisis. “UNHCR is calling upon the government of Pakistan to halt these mass numbers of returns during this harsh season of winter because the cold in Afghanistan is really deadly and it can take lives,” the agency’s regional spokesman, Babar…

Over 1,000 deaths in Afghanistan due to diabetes complications: Ministry

By Fidel Rahmati in The Khaama Press Online, November 22, 2023The Ministry of Public Health in Afghanistan has revealed alarming statistics concerning diabetes, stating that 1,000 individuals succumb to the disease annually, highlighting the severity of this health crisis. On World Diabetes Day in Kabul, acting Deputy Minister of Public Health Habibullah Akhundzadah expressed deep concern over the escalating diabetes rates, citing that in 2022 alone, a staggering 17,499 people were diagnosed with the condition.…

Afghan Girls Continue to Call for Reopening of Schools:

Report in TOLOnews Online, Nov 22, 2023 at 8:46 PMSeveral female students above sixth grade voiced concerns about their future as the final exams of school began in the country. Some of the students said they are worried that they won’t be allowed to study and participate in exams next year. 12-year-old Zahra, who is in the 6th grade, is preparing for tomorrow’s exam. She said she is afraid that won’t be allowed to continue…

Women’s tailoring banned in Herat; specialized women’s market closed in Balkh:

By Fidel Rahmati in The Khaama Press Online, November 22, 2023Sources from Herat confirm that the Taliban administration has prohibited women’s tailoring in the central region of this province. Simultaneously, some media outlets have reported establishing a specialized women’s market in Balkh. The source, who preferred not to be named in the report, informed Khama Press that Taliban forces entered the city Wednesday morning to inspect commercial markets. Several markets, including all women’s clothing tailoring…

Afghanistan tops global list for highest landmine-affected areas

By Fidel Rahmati in The Khaama Press Online, November 22, 2023The Danish Refugee Council recently announced that Afghanistan is recognized as one of the countries in the world with the highest landmine-affected areas. The pervasive presence of landmines in Afghanistan poses a significant humanitarian challenge, affecting the safety and livelihoods of the population. This issue not only contributes to the displacement of communities but also underscores the urgent need for coordinated efforts to address the…

US State Department and Islamabad collaborate closely for Afghans awaiting US visas:

By Fidel Rahmati in The Khaama Press Online, November 22, 2023On Tuesday, US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller revealed that Washington is actively engaged in continuous communication with Islamabad regarding the 25,000 Afghans in Pakistan awaiting their US visas. Miller emphasized the importance of collaborating in good faith with the Government of Pakistan to address any concerns related to the safety of individuals in the US visa pipeline. The primary focus of the United States…

US special envoy affirms support for recently expelled Afghan migrants from Pakistan

By Fidel Rahmati in The Khaama Press Online, November 22, 2023Simultaneous with Pakistan’s decision to expel Afghan migrants from the country, Thomas West, the U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan, has stated that the United States remains committed to supporting the recently displaced immigrants. In the face of this challenging situation, West’s affirmation highlights the enduring bond between the two nations and underscores the importance of assisting those affected by such decisions. The ongoing commitment from…

Border trade halts after Pakistan imposes restrictions on Afghans

report in The Express Tribune, Nov 22, 2023PESHAWAR: Trade was halted Tuesday at border crossings between Pakistan and Afghanistan after Islamabad imposed stricter immigration rules on commercial vehicle drivers and crew, officials said. The Pakistan government has launched a massive operation against undocumented Afghans living in the country, alongside a crackdown on cross-border smuggling. Nearly 350,000 Afghans — many born in refugee camps in Pakistan — have returned voluntarily or been deported since the order…

UNHCR raises alarm over Afghans’ exit order

by Amin Ahmed in Dawn, November 22th, 2023ISLAMABAD: The UN Refugee Agency, has rai­sed concerns over Pakis­t­an’s announcement for undocumented foreigners to leave, as the orders have adversely affected Afghan nationals including registered refugees and others with valid documents. UNHCR Represen­tat­ive in Pakistan Philippa Candler told a press briefing at UN European headquarters in Geneva on Tuesday that mass arrivals back to Afghanistan were adding to the ongoing humanitarian crisis, as winter temperatures in some…