— Afghanistan News (@rtnews2) January 31, 2017
Tuesday, 31 January 2017
Afghanistan, NATO on watch for use of drones by militants
Afghanistan, NATO on watch for use of drones by militants - News - Stripes: The devices, which range from hobbyist quadcopters to small fixed-wing Styrofoam aircraft, have been used by fighters in Iraq and Syria, mostly for intelligence-gathering purposes of or for filming propaganda videos. Recently, some extremist groups there have started arming them with small munitions to attack adversaries.
The tiny craft, an emerging platform in guerrilla warfare, could allow Afghan insurgents for the first time to use aerial reconnaissance in a situation in which government forces retain absolute control of the air. They could also significantly boost the guerrillas’ capability to gather battlefield intelligence for which, until now, they have relied almost exclusively on human sources.
Afghanistan ready to talk unconditionally with Taliban
Afghanistan ready to talk unconditionally with Taliban - PakTribune: Taliban negotiators have publicly demanded that their political office in Qatar be opened, UN sanctions on their senior leaders be lifted and their detained members be released.
"We are open to any and all opportunities for peace talks. We can find our way with the Taliban if external support to them stops," the Afghan envoy said.
Regarding the long-standing call of Taliban to have foreign troops withdrawn from the country, Zakhilwal said that the ongoing insurgency in Afghanistan required the foreign troops to stay.
Monday, 30 January 2017
Pakistani soldier killed in firing from across Afghan border
Pakistani soldier killed in firing from across Afghan border: army - Xinhua | English.news.cn:"Today, the injured soldier embraced shahadat (martyrdom) at the Combined Military Hospital in the northwestern city of Peshawar," a statement from the army's Inter-Services Public Relations said.
Army Chief Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa acknowledged the sacrifice of Waqas for "security of our Motherland," the statement said.
Violence Against Afghan Women
An Israeli security company is making a push to help build Trump’s Mexico border wall https://t.co/o50KAe0GAK pic.twitter.com/m7fJGUgiKn— Bloomberg (@business) January 30, 2017
Taliban attack on Afghan forces coordination center repulsed in Nangarhar
Taliban attack on Afghan forces coordination center repulsed in Nangarhar - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency:
The provincial police commandment in a statement said the attack was launched late on Sunday night targeting the coordination center of the Afghan security forces in Bati Kot district.
The statement further added that the attack was successfully repulsed and a Taliban insurgent was killed during the clash.
The provincial police commandment in a statement said the attack was launched late on Sunday night targeting the coordination center of the Afghan security forces in Bati Kot district.
The statement further added that the attack was successfully repulsed and a Taliban insurgent was killed during the clash.
Sunday, 29 January 2017
Return of Warlord Could Change Afghan Politics
Hekmatyar is seen as a potential rival to President Ashraf Ghani and Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah, who have governed the country through a shaky, U.S.-brokered power-sharing agreement since the disputed elections of 2014. His return could inject new political uncertainty as the government struggles to confront a reinvigorated Taliban that has been advancing on several fronts. Link
I talebani impongono proprie tasse alla popolazionehttp://sptnkne
#Afghanistan, i talebani impongono proprie tasse alla popolazionehttps://t.co/n5EqOnjNDJ pic.twitter.com/zwVoGluxns— Sputnik Italia (@sputnik_italia) January 29, 2017
Saturday, 28 January 2017
UK Brings Number of Troops Stationed in Afghanistan to 500
UK Brings Number of Troops Stationed in Afghanistan to 500: UK Armed Forces Minister Mike Penning said that the United Kingdom, alongside with its NATO allies, was committed to the long-term development of the Afghan security and defense forces in order "to ensure Afghanistan is not a safe haven for terrorists," as quoted in the statement.
Friday, 27 January 2017
Casualties as Afghan, Pakistani forces trade fire
Casualties as Afghan, Pakistani forces trade fire | Pajhwok Afghan News:
The two sides exchanged weapons fire in Saro Sahano area between Spin Boldak and Shorak districts on Thursday noon at about 1:30pm and the firefight continued for one hour, Kandahar police spokesman Zia Durrani told Pajhwok Afghan News.
He said the border skirmish erupted after two persons crossed the border into Afghanistan from Pakistan on a motorcycle.
The two sides exchanged weapons fire in Saro Sahano area between Spin Boldak and Shorak districts on Thursday noon at about 1:30pm and the firefight continued for one hour, Kandahar police spokesman Zia Durrani told Pajhwok Afghan News.
He said the border skirmish erupted after two persons crossed the border into Afghanistan from Pakistan on a motorcycle.
What Happens to Afghanistan Now?
What Happens to Afghanistan Now?:
The US Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) Mr John Sopko, recently reported that “Afghanistan needs a stable security environment to prevent it from again becoming a safe haven for al-Qaeda or other terrorists. More than half of US reconstruction dollars since 2002 have gone toward building, equipping, training, and sustaining the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF). However, the ANDSF have not yet been capable of securing all of Afghanistan and have lost territory to the insurgency.”
The US Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) Mr John Sopko, recently reported that “Afghanistan needs a stable security environment to prevent it from again becoming a safe haven for al-Qaeda or other terrorists. More than half of US reconstruction dollars since 2002 have gone toward building, equipping, training, and sustaining the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF). However, the ANDSF have not yet been capable of securing all of Afghanistan and have lost territory to the insurgency.”
Thursday, 26 January 2017
Taliban Tell Trump - 'Time To Leave Afghanistan'
Time to leave Afghanistan, Taliban tell Donald Trump @AJENews https://t.co/pGJOkNbA4q— Citizen Halo (@haloefekti) January 26, 2017
Canada stands by aid to Afghanistan as World Bank investigates fraud
Canada stands by aid to Afghanistan as World Bank investigates fraud allegations | Ottawa Citizen: After his 2014 election win, Ghani vowed to weed out government corruption and have the country be self-reliant within a decade, a tall order given the billions of dollars in aid it currently receives each year.
Bibeau welcomed his government’s co-operation as a “positive” step.
“It really demonstrates a desire on their part to improve their governance and maintain a good relationship with donor countries,” Bibeau said. That compensates a bit for the deception, but let’s wait for the results of the investigation.”
Trump compares Chicago violence to Afghanistan
Trump compares Chicago violence to Afghanistan - Business Insider: During an interview with ABC News' David Muir on Wednesday night, Trump asserted that "carnage" in Chicago is getting out of hand.
"People are being shot left and right, thousands of people over a short period of time," the president said. "This year, which has just started, is worse than last year which was a catastrophe."
Wednesday, 25 January 2017
Trump told Afghanistan president he would consider troop increase
Trump told Afghanistan president he would consider troop increase | Fox News: Afghan officials say Mr. Trump—at the time president-elect—and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani talked about the security situation and relations with Pakistan and Mr. Trump asked if the Afghan leader needed more U.S. troops.
What will Trump do about Afghanistan?
What will Trump do about Afghanistan? - BBC News:
In the past, he has described America's involvement in Afghanistan as a "disaster", and has talked about pulling out US troops.
But when he spoke to Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on 2 December, he reportedly told him that America would not waver in its commitment to Afghanistan.
Then, however, he failed to invite Mr Ghani to his inauguration, deepening worries in Afghanistan that it simply was not a priority for the new president.
In the past, he has described America's involvement in Afghanistan as a "disaster", and has talked about pulling out US troops.
But when he spoke to Afghan President Ashraf Ghani on 2 December, he reportedly told him that America would not waver in its commitment to Afghanistan.
Then, however, he failed to invite Mr Ghani to his inauguration, deepening worries in Afghanistan that it simply was not a priority for the new president.
Tuesday, 24 January 2017
Afghanistan Orders Arrest of Vice President’s Guards in Rape and Torture Case
Afghanistan Orders Arrest of Vice President’s Guards in Rape and Torture Case - The New York Times: The arrest warrants, confirmed by the attorney general’s office, came after Gen. Abdul Rashid Dostum, the more senior of Afghanistan’s two vice presidents, and his bodyguards refused to show up for questioning about the allegations, despite repeatedly being summoned by prosecutors. The case is testing the government’s resolve to deliver justice in the face of a potentially dangerous showdown between a powerful former warlord and the shaky coalition administration of which he is a part.
Trouble for India as Pakistan terror groups join hands with Islamic State, Taliban in Afghanistan
Trouble for India as Pakistan terror groups join hands with Islamic State, Taliban in Afghanistan: When India received intelligence of the impending attacks, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval wrote to General Dalbir Singh, then the Army chief, asking him to alert the lower formations in the Jammu region. However, the exact details of the target were not known, and the attack went through. For reasons not known, the attack on the Indian consulate did not take place. However, both threats were a part of a larger and a potent new threat to Indian interests.
Monday, 23 January 2017
Canada concerned about embezzlement in aid project to Afghanistan
Canada concerned about embezzlement in aid project to Afghanistan | Wadsam:
A report on January 9, 2016 by Afghanistan’s Tolo News stated: “Earlier this month, the Minister of Education Assadullah Hanif Balkhi said that a recent study found that only six million Afghan children are in fact at school — contrary to the 11 million as previously stated by the former government.”
Providing USD 117.2mn since 2006, Canada is one of the main contributors to Afghanistan’s largest national education program–Education Quality Improvement Project (EQUIP).
“Canada is currently undertaking the necessary due diligence to ensure that in the event that Canada’s funds have been misappropriated, that such funds are recovered and that the guilty parties are held to account,” Ottawa Citizen quotes Jessica Seguin, a spokeswoman for Global Affairs Canada.
A report on January 9, 2016 by Afghanistan’s Tolo News stated: “Earlier this month, the Minister of Education Assadullah Hanif Balkhi said that a recent study found that only six million Afghan children are in fact at school — contrary to the 11 million as previously stated by the former government.”
Providing USD 117.2mn since 2006, Canada is one of the main contributors to Afghanistan’s largest national education program–Education Quality Improvement Project (EQUIP).
“Canada is currently undertaking the necessary due diligence to ensure that in the event that Canada’s funds have been misappropriated, that such funds are recovered and that the guilty parties are held to account,” Ottawa Citizen quotes Jessica Seguin, a spokeswoman for Global Affairs Canada.
Sunday, 22 January 2017
President (Gulp) Trump Adresses His Troops
President Trump to US troops in Afghanistan: "I'm with you all the way" https://t.co/9V4u3EJPB2 #InauguralBall https://t.co/JcIMExcxSv— CNN (@CNN) January 21, 2017
ISIS Recruiting In Kunar
ISIS actively recruiting in Kunar province of Afghanistan - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency: The head of the high peace council for Kunar, Mohammad Ismail Munib, told RFE/RL that the loyalist of the terror group have started advertisements and are spreading propaganda among the residents of Kunar.
He said the issue has sparked concerns among the local residents and ISIS loyalists move among the people to attract them to their ranks.
Shahwali Salarzai, head of Kunar’s labor association, has said the group could attract the jobless youths whose numbers are considerably high.
Places Where They're Not Thanking Obama
Afghanistan
Somalia
Yemen
Syria
Libya
Iraq
Honduras
Haiti
Flint
Saturday, 21 January 2017
Multiple Casualties in Kandahar Police Station Attack
According to the Anadolu news agency, police spokesman Zia Durani said that the Taliban attacked a police station located in Maiwand District of Kandahar Province, killing 43 people, including 16 police officers. The attack was conducted by four columns on militants, and it was repulsed due to the arrived additional forces. Link
Abdullah welcomes Trump
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| Should Auld Acquaitance Be Forgot |
"I want to congratulate the U.S president on behalf of myself, the Afghan government and the people of Afghanistan," Abdullah said at an event to launch a bid for $550 million in international humanitarian aid for Afghanistan, which remains locked in a bloody war between the Western-backed government and insurgent groups like the Taliban.
3 foreign ISIS militants killed in East of Afghanistan
3 foreign ISIS militants killed in East of Afghanistan - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency: According to a statement released by the provincial police commandment, the militants were killed in an airstrike carried out by the US forces in Achin district.
The statement further added that the airstrike was carried out late on Friday afternoon in Jawargar area and all those killed in the raid are foreign insurgents.
Friday, 20 January 2017
16 police killed in S. Afghanistan's Kandahar province
16 police killed in S. Afghanistan's Kandahar province - Xinhua | English.news.cn:
"A group of Taliban rebels attacked some security checkpoints in Sarabaghal area of Miwand district at around 03:00 a.m. local time today triggering gun battle which lasted for a while during which 16 police personnel including commander of checkpoints Sardar Wali were martyred," the official told Xinhua but declined to be identified.
"A group of Taliban rebels attacked some security checkpoints in Sarabaghal area of Miwand district at around 03:00 a.m. local time today triggering gun battle which lasted for a while during which 16 police personnel including commander of checkpoints Sardar Wali were martyred," the official told Xinhua but declined to be identified.
Video of Royal Marine executing wounded Afghan not to be published
Video of Royal Marine executing wounded Afghan must not be published, MoD tells court — RT UK: The MoD and Blackman’s legal team are against the release, while the Daily Mail, which has campaigned for Blackman’s release, says it is neutral on the issue.
Blackman, who is heard in the recording telling the Afghan prisoner to “shuffle off this mortal coil, you c*nt” as he executes him, was given 10 years, later reduced to eight on appeal.
Thursday, 19 January 2017
Under Trump, US policy in Afghanistan is anyone’s guess
The incoming administration inherits one of the United States’ most stubborn and complex foreign policy challenges. Although President Barack Obama promised to end U.S. military involvement, American servicemembers continue to be drawn into combat as Afghan security forces struggle to contain a resilient Taliban insurgency.
9 foreign policy issues the Trump administration will have to face
9 foreign policy issues the Trump administration will have to face - Washington Post:
Before it was President Obama’s “good war,” it was President George W. Bush’s counteroffensive to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. This month, more than 15 years after the arrival of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, the United States’ longest war will fall to Donald Trump, a commander in chief who has barely mentioned his plans for the conflict.
Trump takes charge of U.S. involvement in Afghanistan at a time when a reenergized Taliban has expanded its footprint across the country, the central government is capable of securing only two-thirds of the population, and local forces are suffering what U.S. officials have characterized as “unsustainable” casualties.
Before it was President Obama’s “good war,” it was President George W. Bush’s counteroffensive to the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. This month, more than 15 years after the arrival of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, the United States’ longest war will fall to Donald Trump, a commander in chief who has barely mentioned his plans for the conflict.
Trump takes charge of U.S. involvement in Afghanistan at a time when a reenergized Taliban has expanded its footprint across the country, the central government is capable of securing only two-thirds of the population, and local forces are suffering what U.S. officials have characterized as “unsustainable” casualties.
Afghan police suffer casualties in Taliban attack in Kandahar
Afghan police suffer casualties in Taliban attack in Kandahar - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency: According to the local officials, the attack was carried by a group of Taliban insurgents late on Wednesday night in Maiwand district.
Provincial governor’s spokesman Samim Khpolwak confirmed the incident and said at least two policemen lost their lives in the attack and three others were wounded.
Provincial governor’s spokesman Samim Khpolwak confirmed the incident and said at least two policemen lost their lives in the attack and three others were wounded.
Wednesday, 18 January 2017
Afghanistan's First Female Orchestra
#Afghanistan's #first #female #orchestra set to take #Davos!! https://t.co/mM8aTGb0EV v @YahooSG #Courage #GirlPower #WEF17 #Impressions— Amrapali Choudhury (@Amrapali_c) January 18, 2017
An Afghan agenda for Trump
An Afghan agenda for Trump - The Hindu:
Note - worth remembering the source of this article in the light of the anti-Pakistan slant.
Note - worth remembering the source of this article in the light of the anti-Pakistan slant.
Seymour Hersh, an eminent American journalist and a Pulitzer Prize winner, wrote in his 2016 book The Killing of Osama bin Laden that under President Obama, Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence secured “a commitment from the U.S. to give Pakistan ‘a freer hand’ in Afghanistan as it began its military draw-down there”. The outcome was that more Pakistani and regional terrorists were intentionally pushed to make their way across the Durand Line into Afghanistan. And this time, they terrorised and slaughtered Afghans (mainly Hazaras) under a new brand: the Islamic State.
Tuesday, 17 January 2017
Chelsea Manning To Be Freed
Breaking News: Chelsea Manning will be freed in May. President Obama is commuting her sentence. https://t.co/ExWbefuraf— The New York Times (@nytimes) January 17, 2017
Istanbul Reina nightclub attack suspect 'trained in Afghanistan'
Istanbul Reina nightclub attack suspect 'trained in Afghanistan' - BBC News:
Vasip Sahin said the man, named earlier as Uzbek national Abdulkadir Masharipov, was believed to have entered Turkey in January 2016.
Mr Sahin said the suspect had confessed to the attack and that his fingerprints matched those found at the scene.
Thirty-nine people died in the attack on the Reina club with dozens wounded.
Vasip Sahin said the man, named earlier as Uzbek national Abdulkadir Masharipov, was believed to have entered Turkey in January 2016.
Mr Sahin said the suspect had confessed to the attack and that his fingerprints matched those found at the scene.
Thirty-nine people died in the attack on the Reina club with dozens wounded.
The Human Cost Of War In Afghanistan
TIMELINE: The human cost of war in Afghanistan pic.twitter.com/JBrJyvIv95— Press TV (@PressTV) January 11, 2017
Afghanistan From The Air
#AFG Intriguingly beautiful but arguably insecure - breathtaking views! #Hindokoash #Afghanistan #Journalism #Travels pic.twitter.com/AHsjjJTcFU— BILAL SARWARY (@bsarwary) January 16, 2017
Governmental Official Assassinated By Unidentified Gunmen
Governmental Official Assassinated By Unidentified Gunmen:
Dr. Abdul Alim Ghafari deputy of public health department told BNA reporter, body of Mohammad Safa Zayaee acting head of Sectorial Department of Baghlan was transferred to provincial hospital of the province.
Dr. Abdul Alim Ghafari deputy of public health department told BNA reporter, body of Mohammad Safa Zayaee acting head of Sectorial Department of Baghlan was transferred to provincial hospital of the province.
Monday, 16 January 2017
Teachers Kidnapped By ISIS
Teachers kidnapped by suspected Islamic State fighters in Afghanistan https://t.co/vC0NHkhRDS— MalaysiaUpdate (@MlaysiaUpdate) January 16, 2017
Death Toll In Kandahar Guesthouse Attack Rises To 12
Death Toll In Kandahar Guesthouse Attack Rises To 12 | TOLOnews:
Hashim Karzai, the cousin of former president Hamid Karzai, died on Monday from injuries sustained during Tuesday’s deadly bombing in Kandahar city.
His relatives confirmed he died in a hospital in India where he had been receiving treatment for his injuries.
Hashim Karzai, the cousin of former president Hamid Karzai, died on Monday from injuries sustained during Tuesday’s deadly bombing in Kandahar city.
His relatives confirmed he died in a hospital in India where he had been receiving treatment for his injuries.
British soldier will not be charged over 'friendly fire' death of comrade in Afghanistan
British soldier will not be charged over 'friendly fire' death of comrade in Afghanistan:
L/Cpl Brynin, 22, who was born in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, was shot dead on an operation in central Helmand Province on October 15 2013.
He was part of a troop carrying out intelligence work on the Taliban in the area of Kakaran, north east of Lashkar Gah. Despite receiving immediate medical attention, L/Cpl Brynin, known as Jay, died at the scene.
L/Cpl Brynin, 22, who was born in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, was shot dead on an operation in central Helmand Province on October 15 2013.
He was part of a troop carrying out intelligence work on the Taliban in the area of Kakaran, north east of Lashkar Gah. Despite receiving immediate medical attention, L/Cpl Brynin, known as Jay, died at the scene.
Sunday, 15 January 2017
Abducted Spanish national released from captors in Afghanistan
Abducted Spanish national released from captors in Afghanistan - Afghanistan TimesAfghanistan Times:
The Spanish captive, Juan Carlos was released today afternoon by the Afghan security forces and was handed over to the Red Cross provincial office in Kunduz, Hijratullah Akbari, Kunduz Police Spokesman told Afghanistan times.
The staff member was abducted while travelling from the ICRC office in Kunduz to the Sub-delegation in Mazar-i-Sharif. While three other colleagues of the abducted man were left unharmed, he was taken and held for almost four weeks.
The Spanish captive, Juan Carlos was released today afternoon by the Afghan security forces and was handed over to the Red Cross provincial office in Kunduz, Hijratullah Akbari, Kunduz Police Spokesman told Afghanistan times.
The staff member was abducted while travelling from the ICRC office in Kunduz to the Sub-delegation in Mazar-i-Sharif. While three other colleagues of the abducted man were left unharmed, he was taken and held for almost four weeks.
IS group abducts 13 religious scholars in E. Afghan province: official
IS group abducts 13 religious scholars in E. Afghan province: official - Xinhua | English.news.cn:
"A group of Ulema (religious scholars) were busy in taking test from students of a Medresa (religious school) in Shapoli area of Haski Mina district today morning when IS rebels attacked and took 13 religious scholars to unknown location," Khogiani told reporters here.
"A group of Ulema (religious scholars) were busy in taking test from students of a Medresa (religious school) in Shapoli area of Haski Mina district today morning when IS rebels attacked and took 13 religious scholars to unknown location," Khogiani told reporters here.
Saturday, 14 January 2017
ISIS Torch 60 Houses In Nangarhar
Daesh Militants Torch 60 Houses In Nangarhar | TOLOnews:
Attullah Khogyani, the provincial governor's spokesman, confirmed the incident and said that the houses had been unoccupied at the time as the residents had already fled the area.
Attullah Khogyani, the provincial governor's spokesman, confirmed the incident and said that the houses had been unoccupied at the time as the residents had already fled the area.
Clash kills 4 in N. Afghan province
The clash, according to the official, occurred after police attacked a group of armed robbers on the road connecting Rustaq district to provincial capital Taluqan and the robbers opened fire killing one police constable.
Friday, 13 January 2017
Russia Returns to Afghanistan
Russia Returns to Afghanistan | The National Interest: In late December, Moscow hosted a trilateral dialogue with Beijing and Islamabad on the future of Afghanistan. Importantly, left out of the talks were Kabul, Washington and New Delhi—a historic Russian ally now moving closer to the United States. The joint statement released after the dialogue expressed support for talks with the Afghan Taliban and concern over the spread of Islamic State.
US says 33 Afghanistan civilians died in special forces raid last year
US says 33 Afghanistan civilians died in special forces raid last year | World news | The Guardian: The US military in Afghanistan has confirmed that dozens of civilians were killed during a special forces raid near the northern city of Kunduz last year, but ruled that the US troops had acted in self-defense.
The investigation followed claims that civilian deaths resulted from airstrikes called in to support Afghan and US forces who came under fire in the province’s village of Buz-e Kandahari.
Serious threats exist in Kabul, US Embassy warn citizens
Serious threats exist in Kabul, US Embassy warn citizens - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency: “The U.S. Embassy in Kabul reminds U.S. citizens that serious threats to safety and security exist in the city of Kabul and throughout Afghanistan,” the US Embassy said in a statement.
The statement further added“The threat of kidnapping is high. Militant groups often plan attacks against locations and individuals with Afghan and possible American connections, including: Afghan and U.S. government facilities, foreign embassies, military installations, commercial entities, non-governmental organization offices, restaurants, hotels, guest houses,airports, and educational centers.”
Thursday, 12 January 2017
Civilian Casualties - Another Footnote
US admits that air raids targeting the Taliban during a gun battle in Afghanistan last year killed 33 civilians https://t.co/Q2iIEilaIF pic.twitter.com/Dmj8hydcjG— Al Jazeera News (@AJENews) January 12, 2017
Taliban video shows US and Australian hostages
Taliban video shows US and Australian hostages - BBC News:
American Kevin King and Australian Timothy Weekes were professors at the American University of Afghanistan in Kabul.
They were abducted in August from their vehicle outside the university by gunmen in security forces uniforms.
American Kevin King and Australian Timothy Weekes were professors at the American University of Afghanistan in Kabul.
They were abducted in August from their vehicle outside the university by gunmen in security forces uniforms.
Wednesday, 11 January 2017
Afghan Blast Kills Five UAE Diplomats
Afghan Blast Kills Five UAE Diplomats, Taliban Denies Involvement: The blast killed at least 11 people. The police chief of Kandahar, General Abdul Razeq told Associated Press that authorities believe an explosive device was hidden inside a sofa at the guesthouse. He said that construction work at the site may have enabled the perpetrators to plant the device within an otherwise heavily guarded compound.
The UAE said it would observe three days of mourning in reaction to the deadliest attack on its diplomatic staff in its young history. The federation of seven sheikdoms was founded in 1971.
Tuesday, 10 January 2017
Update - Blasts in three Afghan cities kill around 50, wound 100
Blasts in three Afghan cities kill around 50, wound 100 | AFP.com:
Bombings across three Afghan cities including Kabul killed around 50 people and wounded 100 others Tuesday, in a day of carnage as Taliban insurgents escalate a deadly winter campaign of violence.
Bombings across three Afghan cities including Kabul killed around 50 people and wounded 100 others Tuesday, in a day of carnage as Taliban insurgents escalate a deadly winter campaign of violence.
Breaking - 19 dead in Kabul Attack
At least 21 people killed in twin blasts in Kabul apparently targeting Afghan MPs, officials say https://t.co/Ecoi1uOdH8— BBC Breaking News (@BBCBreaking) January 10, 2017
Afghanistan : cet inquitant rapprochement entre la Russie, l'Iran et... les talibans
Afghanistan : cet inquitant rapprochement entre la Russie, l'Iran et... les talibans | Atlantico.fr:
Alors qu'une bonne partie de l'attention mediatique internationale se concentre sur le theatre syrien, la Russie et l'Iran se seraient rapprochs ces derniers temps des talibans en Afghanistan, une situation qui inquiEte notamment les Etats-Unis, qui pointent le risque de destabilisation du gouvernement afghan. Dans quelle mesure un rapprochement Russie – talibans peut-il effectivement representer une menace pour la stabilitie de cette zone ?
Afghan Nutritional Crisis
#SpanishArmy has collaborated in the making of the film 'Zona Hostil' #Afghanistan #helis @USArmy #IED #ZonaHostilPelÃcula. pic.twitter.com/r9pHq4xnnv— Ejército de Tierra (@EjercitoTierra) January 9, 2017
Propaganda From Spain
#SpanishArmy has collaborated in the making of the film 'Zona Hostil' #Afghanistan #helis @USArmy #IED #ZonaHostilPelÃcula. pic.twitter.com/r9pHq4xnnv— Ejército de Tierra (@EjercitoTierra) January 9, 2017
Seven Killed in Lashkargah Suicide Bombing: Police
Seven Killed in Lashkargah Suicide Bombing: Police | Ariana News:
The incident took place at about mid-day in the provincial capital.
Provincial governor spokesman said that the attacker entered into a house in the third police district of Lashkargah where Afghan intelligence special forces were residing.
According to the source at least one person was killed and nine others including security forces and civilians were injured.
The incident took place at about mid-day in the provincial capital.
Provincial governor spokesman said that the attacker entered into a house in the third police district of Lashkargah where Afghan intelligence special forces were residing.
According to the source at least one person was killed and nine others including security forces and civilians were injured.
Monday, 9 January 2017
Women vs ISIS
Propaganda alert - Tolo are very close to the Afghan Government.
— TOLOnews (@TOLOnews) January 8, 2017
MoI Confirms Taliban Killed Mine Workers in Baghlan
MoI Confirms Taliban Killed Mine Workers in Baghlan | Ariana News:
Based on the statements of the local officials in Baghlan mine workers were killed by Daesh militants saying they entered at war in Baghlan amid second deputy of the Chief Executive Mohammad Moqiq has also confirmed that Daesh militants were the perpetrators of the case.
4 police personnel die in northeast Afghanistan blast
4 police personnel die in northeast Afghanistan blast:
At least four police personnel were killed and five others wounded in an explosion near a mosque in northeastern Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province on Sunday, according to regional governor's spokesman Jawad Rahimi.
The incident took place in the province's Yaftal district when police were carrying out a search operation in the area.
At least four police personnel were killed and five others wounded in an explosion near a mosque in northeastern Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province on Sunday, according to regional governor's spokesman Jawad Rahimi.
The incident took place in the province's Yaftal district when police were carrying out a search operation in the area.
Sunday, 8 January 2017
Afghan Refugees in Serbia
Dear @SerbianPM, this is how people fleeing #Syria, #Afghanistan, #Iraq are living in your capital #Belgrade. Tonight it's gonna be -20C. pic.twitter.com/tC0Yd6BhOK— MSF Sea (@MSF_Sea) January 7, 2017
Gunmen open fire on cricketer Shapoor Zadran in Kabul
Gunmen open fire on cricketer Shapoor Zadran in Kabul - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency:
According to reports, the incident took place late on Saturday night in the vicinity of Bagrami area of Kabul.
Reports indicate Zadran has managed to escape the attack unhurt after receiving several bullets in his vehicle.
Zadran was reportedly going towards his house together with his brother when they came under attack by unknown gunmen who have managed to flee the area.
According to reports, the incident took place late on Saturday night in the vicinity of Bagrami area of Kabul.
Reports indicate Zadran has managed to escape the attack unhurt after receiving several bullets in his vehicle.
Zadran was reportedly going towards his house together with his brother when they came under attack by unknown gunmen who have managed to flee the area.
Taliban Shrugs at US Plans to Send More Troops to Afghanistan
Taliban Shrugs at US Plans to Send More Troops to Afghanistan:
The Islamist insurgency has made advances despite the large presence of U.S.-led foreign forces and “the arrival of a few hundred troops will not prevent their march,” said a Taliban statement Sunday.
The Islamist insurgency has made advances despite the large presence of U.S.-led foreign forces and “the arrival of a few hundred troops will not prevent their march,” said a Taliban statement Sunday.
Saturday, 7 January 2017
Afghan Tabla Player Salar Nader
Salar Nader, one of #Afghanistan's best tabla players, in New York concert today with #India's Gandharva, celebrating the arrival of 2017. pic.twitter.com/PuSVSOOMAf— Mahmoud Saikal (@MahmoudSaikal) January 2, 2017
Mazar-i-Sharif
The Beautiful Mazar-i-Sharif in Afghanistan. pic.twitter.com/Xt4RoeIZZc— Nuha Sarwar (@nuhasarwar) January 5, 2017
US to deploy 300 troops to Afghan's south
US to deploy 300 troops to Afghan's south | SBS News: Helmand is one of the most embattled provinces in southern Afghanistan, where almost all districts, save for the provincial capital, are either heavily embattled or fully controlled by Taliban militants.
Friday, 6 January 2017
Gunmen Kill 13 Miners In Northern Afghanistan
Gunmen Kill 13 Miners In Northern Afghanistan:
Faiz Mohammad Amiri, the district governor of Tala wa Barfak, in Baghlan Province, told RFE/RL's Radio Free Afghanistan that the miners were killed on January 6. He said three other miners were wounded in the attack.
Amiri said the miners were all members of the Shi'ite Hazara minority.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Faiz Mohammad Amiri, the district governor of Tala wa Barfak, in Baghlan Province, told RFE/RL's Radio Free Afghanistan that the miners were killed on January 6. He said three other miners were wounded in the attack.
Amiri said the miners were all members of the Shi'ite Hazara minority.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Mission on Track - Pentagon's Annual Rose-Tinted Nonsense (16 Years and Counting)
Afghanistan Mission Remains on Track, Defense Spokesman Says > U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE > Article:
He said Army Gen. John W. Nicholson, commander of the Resolute Support mission and U.S. Forces Afghanistan, and his team “work very closely with the government, with the armed forces of Afghanistan.”
‘We Feel Good About the Situation Right Now in Afghanistan’
The separate counterterrorism mission in Afghanistan is also ongoing, Cook said, and is “critically important to the United States in keeping the homeland safe.”
He said Army Gen. John W. Nicholson, commander of the Resolute Support mission and U.S. Forces Afghanistan, and his team “work very closely with the government, with the armed forces of Afghanistan.”
‘We Feel Good About the Situation Right Now in Afghanistan’
The separate counterterrorism mission in Afghanistan is also ongoing, Cook said, and is “critically important to the United States in keeping the homeland safe.”
Thursday, 5 January 2017
Explosion in Jalalabad city, casualties feared
Explosion in Jalalabad city, casualties feared - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency:
According to the preliminary reports, a civilian was killed in the explosion and some others were wounded.
However, another official said at least one civilian was killed and another one was wounded in the explosion.
According to the preliminary reports, a civilian was killed in the explosion and some others were wounded.
However, another official said at least one civilian was killed and another one was wounded in the explosion.
Foreigners among 6 militants killed in S. Afghanistan
"Sanctions are a cruel and vindictive way of treating vulnerable people" - @KenLoachSixteen thinks they should be scrapped #Newsnight pic.twitter.com/ip9pksu8Iv— BBC Newsnight (@BBCNewsnight) January 4, 2017
Wife of American Man Missing in Afghanistan Says He Was Abducted
Wife of American Man Missing in Afghanistan Says He Was Abducted - The New York Times:
In an article published on Thursday in The News International in Islamabad, Jane Larson, the wife of Paul Overby, said in a statement that he disappeared in May 2014 as he tried to cross into Pakistan from Khost in eastern Afghanistan.
In an article published on Thursday in The News International in Islamabad, Jane Larson, the wife of Paul Overby, said in a statement that he disappeared in May 2014 as he tried to cross into Pakistan from Khost in eastern Afghanistan.
Taliban militants kill policewoman in Helmand province
Taliban militants kill policewoman in Helmand province - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency:
According to the local officials in Helmand, the policewoman was killed by the Taliban insurgents in Nawa district after she visited the province to meet her relatives.
According to the local officials in Helmand, the policewoman was killed by the Taliban insurgents in Nawa district after she visited the province to meet her relatives.
Wednesday, 4 January 2017
Document Afghanistan
Happy New Year ! Welcome to @DocAfg - Here's to making #justice through Independent Media an Institution in #Afghanistan (and the world) pic.twitter.com/t4vlmb0az8— Document Afghanistan (@DocAfg) December 31, 2016
‘Death to Daesh!’ Thousands protest against ISIS in western Afghanistan
‘Death to Daesh!’ Thousands protest against ISIS in western Afghanistan (PHOTOS) — RT News: Protesters holding photos of Shia Muslims killed in recent IS (formerly ISIS/ISIL) terrorist attacks marched to the governor’s office in the western city of Herat on Tuesday, according to AFP.
Why is Russia so interested in Afghanistan Again?
Why is Russia so interested in Afghanistan all of a sudden? | Asia | DW.COM | 03.01.2017:
A new geopolitical situation is emerging in the region, and it seems that Russia has decided not to remain "neutral" in the protracted conflict wracking the Asian country. The recent tripartite meeting in Moscow involving China, Pakistan and Russia to discuss Afghanistan's security is just one example of Russia's growing interest.
A new geopolitical situation is emerging in the region, and it seems that Russia has decided not to remain "neutral" in the protracted conflict wracking the Asian country. The recent tripartite meeting in Moscow involving China, Pakistan and Russia to discuss Afghanistan's security is just one example of Russia's growing interest.
Tuesday, 3 January 2017
Get the data: A list of US air and drone strikes, Afghanistan 2016
Data: A list of US air and drone strikes, Afghanistan 2016 - The Bureau of Investigative Journalism: US drones and jets have been bombing Afghanistan since late 2001 and the airstrikes look set to continue beyond 2017.
For most of the past 15 years, US aircraft operated alongside allied air forces. However this changed on January 1 2015. From that point the US became the only air force known to be flying fast jets or armed drones in Afghanistan. A handful of European allies have kept some helicopters in the country to support the Nato Resolute Support Mission.
Pakistanis can no longer enter Afghanistan without passports
Afghanistan: Pakistanis can no longer enter Afghanistan without passports - Times of India:
Keeping in view the new order, authorities displayed banners at various points in Torkham reminding Pakistanis that they would not be permitted to cross the border and enter Afghanistan without their passports from January 1, 2017. Security on the Pak-Afghan border was also tightened and extra contingents of security personnel deployed at various points.
Keeping in view the new order, authorities displayed banners at various points in Torkham reminding Pakistanis that they would not be permitted to cross the border and enter Afghanistan without their passports from January 1, 2017. Security on the Pak-Afghan border was also tightened and extra contingents of security personnel deployed at various points.
Afghanistan approves 4-year development plan of defence, security forces
Afghanistan approves 4-year development plan of defense, security forces - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency:
The plan was approved in principle during a meeting of the National Security Council chaired by President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani.
The Office of the President, ARG Palace, said the plan was approved after the Security Council members reviewed it thoroughly and held in depth discussions over it.
The plan was approved in principle during a meeting of the National Security Council chaired by President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani.
The Office of the President, ARG Palace, said the plan was approved after the Security Council members reviewed it thoroughly and held in depth discussions over it.
Monday, 2 January 2017
Afghan Police Officer Killed In Bomb Blast
Afghan Police Officer Killed In Bomb Blast:
Salim Saleh, a spokesman for the Logar governor, said three road construction engineers were also among the wounded in the blast in the Mohammad Agha district.
District Governor Nasir Ahmad Amin confirmed the incident.
Mohammad Agha is some 35 kilometers from the capital, Kabul, and is one of Logar’s most volatile areas.
Salim Saleh, a spokesman for the Logar governor, said three road construction engineers were also among the wounded in the blast in the Mohammad Agha district.
District Governor Nasir Ahmad Amin confirmed the incident.
Mohammad Agha is some 35 kilometers from the capital, Kabul, and is one of Logar’s most volatile areas.
Obama And The Forever War
The "good war" in Afghanistan: How Obama evolved from an anti-war candidate to a commander in chief of a forever war https://t.co/wFL80kHECO— NYT National News (@NYTNational) January 2, 2017
Explosion near a mosque in Herat city leaves 6 wounded
Explosion near a mosque in Herat city leaves 6 wounded - Khaama Press (KP) | Afghan News Agency:
Provincial governor’s spokesman Jilani Farhad confirmed the incident and said the explosion took place close to the Shi’ite mosque, leaving at least 6 wounded, including a woman.
Farhad further added that the health condition of one of those injured in the explosion is critical and is being treated in the hospital.
Provincial governor’s spokesman Jilani Farhad confirmed the incident and said the explosion took place close to the Shi’ite mosque, leaving at least 6 wounded, including a woman.
Farhad further added that the health condition of one of those injured in the explosion is critical and is being treated in the hospital.
Sunday, 1 January 2017
The decline of Afghanistan's Hindu and Sikh communities
The decline of Afghanistan's Hindu and Sikh communities | Afghanistan | Al Jazeera: Over the years, Hinduism in Afghanistan survived and thrived in Pashtun-dominant provinces, resulting in a confluence of cultures that combines practices and rituals of the region.
"If you go up the hill, there is another small temple of the Sherawali," says Ramnath, referring to the Hindu goddess Durga by one of her many names.
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