Taliban’s Secret Operations: Exploiting Social Media to Identify Opponents. Confirmed reports indicate that tens of millions of Afghanis have been allocated to the Taliban’s “030 Directorate,” an intelligence branch. Sources say the funds are used to advance intelligence programs, target individuals, and expand infiltration networks. Hafiz Hayatullah Zaker, known as “Shah Sahib Mubarak,” the deputy
A Scene Undermining Taliban’s Dignity: Protection During Foreigners’ Personal Needs. A Taliban member publicly criticized the double standards of some Taliban forces toward domestic citizens and foreign nationals. Mohammad Tayeb Warduji, a close associate of Amanuddin Mansoor, the newly appointed governor of Helmand, wrote that some armed Taliban members, using the same weapons employed to
Farewell to a Man Devoted to Language and Culture. A memorial ceremony for the late Amanullah Khalilyar, a prominent media figure and a pioneer of Uzbek-language publications in Afghanistan, was held on Saturday at the Maltepe Mosque in Ankara. The event was attended by a large gathering of cultural figures, politicians, academics, social activists, and
Unidentified Drones Patrol Takhar, Panjshir, and Kapisa. Local sources from Warsaj district in Takhar province reported that unidentified drones were seen earlier today over the Wighnan area and parts of Warsaj and Farkhar districts. Witnesses stated that the drones patrolled the skies for a period of time, drawing the attention of residents. Meanwhile, local sources
Over a Thousand Afghan Investors Leave Iran. Mohsen Zangeneh, a member of the Iranian Parliament, announced that due to currency-related problems and stricter regulations on foreign exchange transfers, more than a thousand Afghan entrepreneurs and investors were forced to leave Iran and return to the industrial zones of Herat and Kabul. According to Zangeneh, these
Showcasing Authentic Afghan Culture in Tajikistan. The cultural exhibition of countries resident in Tajikistan was held today at the National Museum of Tajikistan in Dushanbe, with the participation of diplomatic missions. The event began with a speech by the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan and was officially inaugurated thereafter. The Embassy of
People Caught in the Crossfire: Humanitarian Consequences of Border Clashes Between the Taliban and Pakistan. Last night, heavy fighting broke out between Taliban forces and Pakistani border troops at the Spin Boldak crossing, once again turning this sensitive border point into a scene of violence. According to local sources and Pakistani media, several military personnel
Tehran’s Intensive Consultations with Former Afghan Leaders to Reach a Political Agreement with the Taliban. Following growing regional pressure, particularly from Pakistan, and increasing international pressure on the Taliban, the Islamic Republic of Iran has expanded its diplomatic efforts to mediate the political crisis in Afghanistan. According to sources, Tehran has recently hosted a number
Unprecedented Increase in Armed Robberies in Badakhshan and Takhar Residents of Badakhshan and Takhar provinces have expressed concern over an unprecedented rise in armed robberies in these regions. They accuse security officials of negligence and even collaborating with thieves, stating that in many instances, robberies and highway assaults are carried out using Taliban-like appearances and
Intense Clashes Between Taliban Forces and Pakistani Military in Spin Boldak, Kandahar. Intense clashes are currently underway between Taliban forces and Pakistani military personnel at the Chaman-Spin Boldak gate in Kandahar province. Local sources report hearing heavy and light weapon fire from the area, indicating a high-tension situation. According to reports, Pakistani forces initially threw
