At Least 20 Afghan Women and Girls Detained in Kabul in Latest Taliban Crackdown

At least 20 Afghan women and girls were reportedly detained by Taliban morality enforcers in Kabul’s Taimani area on September 12, though another report cited at least eight detainees. Some women said they were wearing hijab, and several reported overnight detention and Read More

The Afghan Girls Behind the Hidden Newsroom: The Untold Story of Ariana.newsThe Afghan Girls Behind the Hidden Newsroom: The Untold Story of Ariana.news

Ariana Global News presents itself as a women-led newsroom involving Afghan women journalists and contributors, publishing in English, Farsi and Pashto. It invites girls and women across Afghanistan to report local stories by mobile phone and offers training in journalism, verification, interviewing, Read More

25 Years After 9/11, Al Qaeda’s Presence in Afghanistan Remains a Global Concern

Twenty-five years after 9/11, Al Qaeda is weaker but remains active through regional affiliates, with United Nations assessments continuing to raise concerns about its presence in Afghanistan. The issue challenges the Taliban’s pursuit of international recognition and underscores the need for regional cooperation and international monitoring to prevent Afghanistan from becoming a base for global terrorism again.

Has the World Forgotten Afghan Girls? The Cost of Global Inaction

Since the Taliban returned to power in 2021, more than 2.6 million Afghan adolescent girls have been excluded from secondary education, with many also denied access to universities. The restrictions have interrupted education and limited future opportunities in professional and public life. Read More