53 h. ago Rule Breakers review: Terrific drama shows the battle for girls' education in Afghanistan

Rule Breakers review: Terrific drama shows the battle for girls' education in Afghanistan  New Scientist

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3 d. ago UK backs referring Taliban to International Court, urges progress on women’s rights

The United Kingdom has expressed support for referring the Taliban to the International Court of Justice for accountability on their actions. James Kariuki, Deputy Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom to the United Nations Security Council, expressed the UK’s support for referring the Taliban to the International Court of Justice for addressing concerns about their […] The post UK backs referring Taliban to International Court, urges progress on women’s rights appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 d. ago Russia calls for Inclusive Government in Afghanistan at UN Security Council Meeting

Vasily Nebenzya, Russia’s ambassador to the United Nations, emphasized the need for an inclusive government in Afghanistan during a UN Security Council meeting. He stated that such a government is crucial for peace and stability not only in Afghanistan but also in the broader region. He also called for global engagement with the Taliban, urging […] The post Russia calls for Inclusive Government in Afghanistan at UN Security Council Meeting appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 d. ago Taliban lifts TV channel ban, but press freedom in Afghanistan remains in peril

Taliban lifts TV channel ban, but press freedom in Afghanistan remains in peril  Ynetnews

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4 d. ago Remarks by Ambassador Dorothy Shea, Chargé d’Affaires, at a UN Security Council Briefing on Afghanistan

Remarks by Ambassador Dorothy Shea, Chargé d’Affaires, at a UN Security Council Briefing on Afghanistan  United States Mission to the United Nations

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4 d. ago The UK unequivocally condemns the Taliban’s ban on girls' education in Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK unequivocally condemns the Taliban’s ban on girls' education in Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council  GOV.UK

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4 d. ago Briefing to the United Nations Security Council by the Secretary

Briefing to the United Nations Security Council by the Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Roza Otunbayeva, 10 March 2025  ReliefWeb

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4 d. ago Taliban Lifts Ban on Barred TV Channel, but Press Freedom in Afghanistan Remains in Peril

Taliban Lifts Ban on Barred TV Channel, but Press Freedom in Afghanistan Remains in Peril  The Media Line

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5 d. ago Freedom of Speech House urges support for Female Journalists on International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, the Freedom of Speech House called for support for female journalists in exile and those remaining in Afghanistan. In a statement issued on Saturday, March 8, the organization expressed its commitment to supporting female journalists who have faced significant challenges under the Taliban’s rule. The Freedom of Speech House further added […] The post Freedom of Speech House urges support for Female Journalists on International Women’s Day appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago UN warns over 4 million girls in Afghanistan will be deprived of education by 2030 if schools remain closed

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) reports that the Taliban’s restrictions on women and girls in Afghanistan have already affected around 1.5 million female students. UNESCO has warned that if these restrictions continue, by 2030, the number of girls deprived of education could rise to over 4 million. In a statement issued […] The post UN warns over 4 million girls in Afghanistan will be deprived of education by 2030 if schools remain closed appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago Roza Otunbayeva to address the US Security Council on Afghanistan this Monday

The United Nations Security Council has announced that Roza Otunbayeva, the UN Special Representative, will address the council during a meeting on Monday, March 10, regarding the situation in Afghanistan. In the statement, it was highlighted that Otunbayeva will focus on key issues such as the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan, the conditions of Afghan women […] The post Roza Otunbayeva to address the US Security Council on Afghanistan this Monday appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago Roza Otunbayeva to address the UN Security Council on Afghanistan this Monday

The United Nations Security Council has announced that Roza Otunbayeva, the UN Special Representative, will address the council during a meeting on Monday, March 10, regarding the situation in Afghanistan. In the statement, it was highlighted that Otunbayeva will focus on key issues such as the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan, the conditions of Afghan women […] The post Roza Otunbayeva to address the UN Security Council on Afghanistan this Monday appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago UN calls on Taliban to lift restrictions on women and girls on International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) called on the Taliban to lift restrictions that deprive women and girls of their fundamental rights. In a statement, UNAMA highlighted that Afghan women and girls are systematically denied their rights in education, work, and social life, which has led to widespread inequality. […] The post UN calls on Taliban to lift restrictions on women and girls on International Women’s Day appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago UNESCO calls for restoration of women and girls’ rights in Afghanistan on International Women’s Day

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has emphasized the restoration of women and girls’ rights in Afghanistan on the occasion of International Women’s Day, March 8. The organization has called for global mobilization to address these issues. In a message published on Saturday, March 8, UNESCO condemned the denial of secondary education […] The post UNESCO calls for restoration of women and girls’ rights in Afghanistan on International Women’s Day appeared first on Khaama Press.

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7 d. ago Press Conference: Yasmine Sherif (Education Cannot Wait) and Elaha Mahboob (co

Press Conference: Yasmine Sherif (Education Cannot Wait) and Elaha Mahboob (co-producer and writer of 'Rule Breakers') on the situation of girls' education in Afghanistan, ahead of International Women's Day  Welcome to the United Nations

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7 d. ago Press Conference: Yasmine Sherif and Elaha Mahboob on the situation of girls' education in Afghanistan

Press Conference: Yasmine Sherif and Elaha Mahboob on the situation of girls' education in Afghanistan  UN Web TV

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9 d. ago PM Shehbaz thanks Trump for recognizing Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Donald Trump for recognizing Pakistan’s critical role in the global fight against terrorism. The acknowledgment came after Pakistan assisted in the arrest of an individual responsible for the deadly bombing that killed 13 US service members during the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. In a statement on […] The post PM Shehbaz thanks Trump for recognizing Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago UN and Japan sign $6 million agreement to support returnees in Afghanistan

The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has announced that it has signed a financial agreement with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to improve the livelihoods of returnees and internally displaced persons in 13 provinces of Afghanistan. In a statement released on Monday, March 3, JICA mentioned that over six million dollars will […] The post UN and Japan sign $6 million agreement to support returnees in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago UN Security Council to hold meeting on extension of UNAMA in Afghanistan

The United Nations Security Council is set to hold a meeting later this month to discuss the possible extension of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). According to a recent report from the Security Council published on Sunday, March 2, the upcoming session will take place in March 2025, aimed at evaluating the […] The post UN Security Council to hold meeting on extension of UNAMA in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago Afghanistan: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council

Afghanistan: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council  FIDH

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