Bitter Ramadan in Afghanistan; Hunger Strikes as Thousands Hunt for a Single Loaf of Bread. This year, the nights of Ramadan in Afghanistan have been marked by scenes of shocking desperation. Over the past several days, thousands of people, ranging from children to women and elderly citizens, have wandered the streets of Kabul for hours
Absence of a Legitimate Government and Economic Pressure Drive Increased Pakistani Drone Patrols After Heavy Attacks. Pakistani drones have once again dominated the skies over Kabul and eastern provinces, with recent images showing continuous flights over Khost, Paktika, and Nangarhar following heavy strikes in these regions. The increased presence of drones indicates Islamabad’s heightened readiness
Taloqan in the Grip of Thieves; the City is Looted Every Night. Residents of Taloqan, the capital of Takhar province, have reported a significant and unprecedented rise in urban and intercity thefts, noting that the wave of burglaries affecting homes and vehicles has reached a level that many describe as alarming and deeply concerning. They
Malik Tatar Moves to Dushanbe Following Increased Targeted Killings in Iran. Informed sources confirm that Malik Tatar, a highly controversial figure who opposed the Taliban during Afghanistan’s republican era, has traveled to Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, in response to a recent surge in targeted killings and serious security threats in Iran. According to the
Fresh Border Clash Between Taliban and Pakistani Forces in Dand Patan, Paktia. Local sources have reported that a new and dangerous confrontation has erupted between Taliban forces and Pakistani military personnel in Dand Patan district of Paktia province. According to the sources, the clash began after noon on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in the border
Deadly Clashes Between Taliban and Pakistan Army at Nangarhar Border; Reports Indicate Escalating Attacks. Local sources report that Taliban border forces and Pakistani military personnel engaged in armed clashes on Tuesday afternoon, 24 February 2026, in the Shakot area of Nazian district, Nangarhar province, along the so-called Durand Line. The confrontation began at approximately 4:00
Mohsin Dawar: Taliban Have Not Yet Broken Free from the Influence of Pakistan’s Military. Despite recent tensions between Kabul and Islamabad, Mohsin Dawar maintains that the disagreements are more apparent and tactical than substantive. He claims that the Taliban’s structure remains influenced by Pakistan’s military establishment and that major decisions by the group continue to
Taliban’s Opaque Contracts: While People Struggle for Bread, a $38,000 Laptop Purchase Raises Questions. In a controversial move, the Taliban’s Ministry of Interior has announced the purchase of a laptop for its Criminal Investigation Department at a cost exceeding $38,000 a figure several times higher than the price of even the most expensive laptops currently
Islamabad Reports Deployment of Thousands of Uzbek Opposition Fighters in Afghanistan. Islamabad has reported the presence of thousands of Uzbek opposition fighters inside Afghanistan. Mohammad Sadiq, Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, stated that more than 2,500 armed opponents of the Government of Uzbekistan are currently based on Afghan soil. Speaking on Tuesday, 24 February 2026,
Taliban Warning؛ Ready for a Surprise Attack on Pakistan. Taliban announce they are prepared for a surprise and bloody attack against Pakistan. Jumahullah Mujahid, the group’s spokesperson, stated on Monday, 4 Hoot, in an interview with Taliban-controlled television, that Pakistan is engaged in destabilization projects in the region and warned, “Pakistan will once again see
