The international community is faced with a formidable challenge in recognizing the Taliban government of Afghanistan due to the persisting restrictions on women and girls, according to the United Nations envoy to the country, Roza Otunbayeva. In her address to the UN Security Council, Otunbayeva emphasized that while the Taliban seeks recognition from the UN and its member nations, their actions directly contradict the core values enshrined in the United Nations Charter. She candidly highlighted the self-imposed obstacles the Taliban has created for themselves through their decrees and limitations, particularly those affecting women and girls. Otunbayeva unequivocally conveyed that as…
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ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office Spokesperson of Pakistan, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, reiterated Pakistan’s strong stance against engaging in negotiations with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). During a weekly press briefing, she emphasized the government’s unwillingness to interact with individuals who are responsible for the killing of civilians. Baloch addressed questions related to talks between the Pakistani government and the banned militant organization, emphasizing that Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto had already made it clear that Pakistan would not engage in negotiations with those involved in the killing of Pakistani civilians and law enforcement officials. The statement from Pakistan comes in response to recent…
KHAR: Two brothers were shot dead in in Bajaur tribal district on Thursday. A car fell victim to a horrifying shooting incident, resulting in the loss of two lives and leaving one person injured. According to available information, unidentified individuals riding motorcycles unleashed a barrage of gunfire upon the car in Inayat Kalay Bazaar. The attack claimed the lives of Maulana Noor Muhammad and his brother Zubair, while Qari Siraj, another occupant of the vehicle, sustained injuries. Qari Siraj was promptly transported to the district headquarters hospital in Khar for urgent medical attention. In response to the incident, security forces…
MIRALI: On Wednesday, a tragic incident unfolded in the North Waziristan tribal district as a suicide attack occurred, resulting in injuries to at least two security forces personnel. The attack took place in the Khadi area of Mirali Tehsil, specifically on the Miranshah-Mirali road. According to sources, the assailant targeted a vehicle belonging to the security forces. The suicide bomber unleashed the attack, causing harm to two soldiers who were on duty in the area. The injured were swiftly transported to the Miranshah hospital for urgent medical attention. In response to the distressing incident, security forces promptly arrived at the…
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), a military alliance led by Moscow, has voiced its concern over the security situation in Afghanistan. The alliance has urged the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) to take more action against terrorism. The foreign ministers of the CSTO member states met in Belarus on Wednesday and issued a statement. They said that the key to ensuring and enhancing security and stability in Afghanistan is to resolve the situation in the country as soon as possible. The CSTO supports Afghanistan’s independence, unity, and peace, and its freedom from terrorism, war and drugs. The ministers expressed…
“TTP draws inspiration from their Afghan counterparts”. The comment was made by Brig (R) Ishaq who is a former Military Officer and a Senior Security Analyst. He was Panelist in the program GroundZero, which aired on Khyber News. In this episode of Ground Zero we discussed the current security situation in the country especially in KP with two distinguished guests, Brigadier (r) Muhammad Ishaq (a defense analyst) & Rifat Ullah Orakzai (senior journalist based in Peshawar. Commenting on the recent announcements by TTP to create more administrative units & appointing shadow governors in Punjab & Baluchistan, Brigadier (R) Muhammad Ishaq…
MIRANSHAH: A cop was martyred and two others were injured when a bomb disposal unit of the Pakistan Army was targeted by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in North Waziristan on Tuesday. Sources in security forces said that the incident occurred near Aba Khel Post of North Waziristan. The Bomb Disposal Team was deployed in the area to North Waziristan to clear the areas of landmines and protect the local community from the threat of explosive devices. Security forces shifted the injured personnel to the hospital for treatment and launched a search operation in the area to chase the perpetrators…
In a recent press conference held in Kabul, Abdul Matin Qani, the spokesman for the Ministry of Interior (MoI), made significant statements pertaining to the situation in Afghanistan. Qani dismissed the existence of insurgent groups, including the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, within the country’s borders. Moreover, he highlighted the Islamic Emirate’s desire to foster positive relations with the international community, emphasizing their commitment to national and Islamic interests. Addressing concerns about the presence of Daesh in Afghanistan, Qani firmly denied its existence and reaffirmed the Islamic Emirate’s policy of maintaining cordial relations with neighboring countries and the world, including the United States.…
PESHAWAR: Amidst the backdrop of escalating internal tensions within militant factions, another significant blow has been dealt to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) with the killing of a key commander Sarbakaf Mohmand. Sarbakaf Mohmand was formerly associated with the banned Jamaat ul Ahrar. This development unfolds following the recent merger of Jamaat ul Ahrar with the TTP, showing deep differences within the banned outlet.Internal divisions and conflicts among the militants have escalated, leading to increased tensions within their ranks. The recent demise of Sarbakaf, a notorious figure with a history of involvement in anti-state activities, adds a grim chapter to this…
GENEVA: The dire human rights situation for women and girls in Afghanistan has provoked international concern and calls for urgent action. As the United Nations Human Rights Council opened its fifty-third regular session, reports highlighted the profound and all-encompassing backlash against women’s and girls’ rights since the Taliban regained power. The systematic erosion of their fundamental rights and freedoms has sparked outrage, prompting calls for the international community to redouble efforts to protect and empower Afghan women and girls. The Taliban’s regressive policies and oppressive measures have plunged Afghan women and girls into a state of despair, as they face…