Latest news from Afghanistan, in Afghan newspapers

Pakistan and UNHCR collaborate on sustainable solutions for Afghan refugees
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, on Friday. During the call, they discussed matters related to the (...)
Khaama Press - 26 July 2024
China blames NATO for sparking wars in Afghanistan, Iraq and Ukraine
NATO has been criticized by the Chinese Ministry of National Defense, with spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang accusing the alliance of causing conflicts in Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, and Ukraine. Zhang Xiaogang labeled NATO as a “machine that sows the (...)
Khaama Press - 26 July 2024
Afghan citizen executed in Iran amid rising human rights concerns
Iranian media reported that the Islamic Republic executed an Afghan individual in Bandar Abbas on drug-related charges. According to reports, Gulab Shah Noori was secretly executed early Tuesday morning without informing his family. Gulab Shah, (...)
Khaama Press - 26 July 2024
Pakistan accuses Afghan protesters for attacks on diplomatic missions in Europe
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister reported that Afghan refugees in Europe have carried out “attacks and violent protests” against Pakistani diplomatic missions in Frankfurt, London, and Brussels. On Thursday, July 25th, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry (...)
Khaama Press - 26 July 2024
Turkey deports Gul Mohammad Pahlawan, key commander tied to Marshal Dostum
Reports indicate that Turkey have reported Gul Mohammad Pahlawan, a military commander and former member of the Afghan parliament known for his anti-Taliban stance in northern Afghanistan, has been expelled from Turkey. According to sources, (...)
Khaama Press - 26 July 2024
Iran demands Kamal Khan dam redesign for water rights, contradicting Helmand River Accord
Iranian officials have announced that negotiations with representatives of the Taliban administration regarding Iran’s water rights from the Helmand River are ongoing and have entered a new phase. According to IRNA on Thursday, July 25th, 2024, (...)
Khaama Press - 25 July 2024
Pakistan extends Afghan Refugee Residence Cards for one year
The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation of Afghanistan has announced that Pakistan has extended the POR (Proof of Registration) cards for Afghan refugees for another year. On Thursday, July 25th, the Ministry reported on its social platfrom X (...)
Khaama Press - 25 July 2024
Pakistan and Turkmenistan reaffirm commitment to TAPI Gas Pipeline project
Pakistani media have reported that Musadik Malik, Pakistan’s Minister of Petroleum, agreed with Raşit Meredow, the Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan, to continue pursuing the TAPI project with Afghanistan’s participation. According to reports, (...)
Khaama Press - 25 July 2024
WHO reports surge in measles cases among women and children in Afghanistan
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that from January to July 20 of this year, nearly 40,000 suspected cases of measles, particularly among women and children, have been recorded across Afghanistan. On Wednesday, July 24, the WHO (...)
Khaama Press - 25 July 2024
Pakistan PM condemns TTP attacks from Afghanistan, demands action
The Prime Minister of Pakistan stated that attacks by the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from Afghanistan soil against Pakistan are unacceptable. Shehbaz Sharif stated on Wednesday that while Pakistan is prepared to protect its citizens, it (...)
Khaama Press - 25 July 2024
Human Rights Defenders urge UN action to address violence against Afghan refugees in Iran
The Human Rights Defenders Network, a coalition of human rights activists both within and outside Afghanistan, has called on the international community and the United Nations to urgently intervene to reduce and address tensions and “inhumane (...)
Khaama Press - 25 July 2024
Biden: In America, power belongs to the people, not kings or dictators
Joe Biden, the President of the United States who had previously withdrawn from the election race, delivered his first speech following this sudden decision. He stated that he is passing the “torch” to the younger generation for the country’s (...)
Khaama Press - 25 July 2024
Iran and Pakistan deport nearly 5,000 Afghan refugees amid dire humanitarian crisis
The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation has announced the expulsion of nearly 5,000 Afghan migrants from Iran and Pakistan. The ministry stated on Wednesday, July 24th, that a total of 4,992 Afghan migrants have been expelled from Iran and (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
Pakistan closes Torkham crossing to Afghan patients, Nangarhar official says
Abdul Basir Zabuli, spokesperson for the Taliban police in Nangarhar, has reported that Pakistan has closed the Torkham crossing to Afghan patients. Simultaneously, the Taliban-controlled Bakhtar News Agency reported that Pakistan has closed (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
French president praises Afghanistan’s women and girls ahead of Paris Olympics
French President Emmanuel Macron has described the people of Afghanistan as “strong” and emphasized that girls and women in the country should remain hopeful about the future and continue their efforts. Macron made these remarks on Tuesday, (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
Extraction work begins at Aynak copper mine in Logar, Afghanistan
The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum has announced the commencement of the extraction work at the Aynak copper mine in Logar province during a special inauguration ceremony. Officials from the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum stated that the (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
Survey for Panjshir-Kabul water supply project completed
The media office of the interim government in Panjshir province has announced the completion of the water transfer project from the Panjshir River to Kabul. According to the office’s statement on Wednesday, July 24th, the surveying and planning (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
Iran begins major border sealing project to secure Northeast frontier with Afghanistan
Ahmad Akbari, commander of the 444th Engineering Group of the Iranian Army’s Ground Forces, has announced the commencement of technical work on the border sealing project in northeastern Iran with four engineering groups. According to the (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
Intensification of Violence Against Pashtun Community in Pakistan
Ethnic Pashtuns in Pakistan face daily challenges, including targeted killings, extortion, and military operations. The situation worsened after the Taliban’s return to Afghanistan in August 2021, leading to heightened concerns within (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
27 Afghan pilgrims die during Hajj 2024, highlighting need for enhanced support
Officials from the Ministry of Hajj and Religious Affairs have reported that 27 Afghan pilgrims have lost their lives during this year’s Hajj pilgrimage. Sheikh Noor Mohammad Saqib, the Minister of Hajj and Religious Affairs of the Taliban, (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
Singapore has the most powerful, Afghanistan the least valuable passport in the world
Recent global passport rankings reveal that Singapore holds the most powerful passport, while Afghanistan’s passport is ranked among the least valuable. A British organization that annually assesses and ranks passports based on their global (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024
Wahid Kashifi extradited to US for trial, five years after wife found dead in freezer
The U.S. police have successfully returned Wahid Kashifi, a former translator for U.S. forces in Afghanistan and father of two, to the U.S. after five years. Kashafi, who emigrated to the U.S. with his wife, Arezo Kashafi, in 2015, brutally (...)
Khaama Press - 24 July 2024