Afghanistan Republic Front Claims Strike on Taliban Ammunition Depot. The Afghanistan Republic Front claimed responsibility for a rocket attack on a Taliban ammunition depot in Kahmard District, Bamyan Province, at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. The group said the depot was destroyed and two Taliban members were wounded. Taliban authorities have not
Reported Cost of Taliban Intelligence Chief’s Wedding Sparks Backlash. The reported second wedding of Mawlawi Saleh Mohammad, the Taliban intelligence chief in Ghor Province, has sparked widespread criticism on social media. Users claim the ceremony cost around 3 million Afghanis, although the figure has not been independently verified. Critics questioned the source of the money,
Taliban Detain Dozens After Explosion in Balkh. Local sources say the Taliban launched a large-scale arrest campaign following an explosion in Marmal District, Balkh Province. According to the sources, Taliban forces searched homes over the past two days and detained at least 30 civilians, including several teachers from Abu Esmat Balkhi High School, transferring them
Taliban Commander Assassinated at Home in Nangarhar. Local sources say a Taliban commander identified as Musafir was shot and killed by unidentified gunmen while on leave at his home in Chaparhar District, Nangarhar Province, on Monday, July 6, 2026. The attackers escaped after the shooting. Taliban forces later detained the commander’s brother as part of
Mullah Yaqoob Says No One Can Threaten Taliban Rule. Taliban Defense Minister Mullah Mohammad Yaqoob said no individual or group has the ability to threaten the Taliban government, adding that Taliban forces across Afghanistan are fully prepared to defend their rule. He urged members of the movement to remain disciplined and loyal. His remarks come
Eight-Month Pregnant Woman Allegedly Killed by Husband in Takhar. Local sources report that an eight-month pregnant woman was allegedly killed by her husband on Monday, July 6, 2026, in Takhar Province. The victim, the mother of a one-and-a-half-year-old child, had reportedly endured repeated domestic abuse during nearly three years of marriage. The motive remains unclear,
Badakhshan Residents Say Taliban Presence Has Brought Fear and Restrictions. Local sources in Badakhshan Province say residents of Shikai, Nesi, and Maymay districts are increasingly frustrated by the growing number of Taliban checkpoints and strict travel restrictions. According to the sources, daily life has been disrupted by intensified inspections and heavy security measures. Residents claim
Sources: Discontent Grows Among Uzbek Taliban Commanders in Takhar. Local sources claim several Uzbek Taliban commanders in Takhar Province have voiced growing frustration over alleged ethnic discrimination and the concentration of power within the Taliban leadership. According to the sources, some commanders have sought greater influence in local appointments, while others are reportedly strengthening their
Taliban Increase Helicopter Patrols Over Nesi. Local sources report a significant increase in Taliban helicopter patrols and the deployment of additional forces over Nesi and surrounding areas in Badakhshan. Residents say the military buildup has raised fears of a major security operation and possible restrictions on civilian movement. Taliban officials have not explained the heightened
Taliban Intelligence Vehicle Crash Kills Five in Badakhshan. Local sources say a Taliban intelligence vehicle crashed into the Panj River near Nesi District, Badakhshan, at around 1:00 p.m. on Friday, July 4, 2026. According to the sources, five intelligence members were killed and two others injured. Taliban authorities have not commented on the cause of
