UN Security Council asks for advice on dealing with Afghan Taliban
The Security Council expressed concern in the resolution at the lack of progress made by the Taliban on its expectations.
Fri Mar 17 2023
UN shelves bid by Afghan Taliban, Myanmar junta for representation
The postponement of decisions on Myanmar, Afghanistan and Libya leaves the current envoys in place.
Sat Dec 17 2022
Afghan Taliban defence minister orders crackdown on abuses
The Taliban's new defence minister has issued a rebuke over misconduct by some commanders and fighters.
Fri Sep 24 2021
Leaders of Afghan Taliban will not stay in 'shadow of secrecy' - Group official
Taliban says its leaders will show themselves to the world, unlike during the past 20 years, when its leaders have lived largely in secret.
Wed Aug 18 2021
Afghan Taliban declares three-day ceasefire for Eid celebration this week - Spokesman
The ceasefire declaration came two days after bombings outside a school in Kabul killed at least 68, injured more than 165 others.
Mon May 10 2021
US puts more pressure on Pakistan to help with Afghan war
U.S. officials are frustrated by what they see as Pakistan's reluctance to act against groups such as the Afghan Taliban and the Haqqani network.
Wed Aug 23 2017
Afghan Taliban appoint new leader after deadly drone strike
It remains unclear whether Akhundzada will follow Mansour in shunning peace negotiations with the Afghan government.
Wed May 25 2016
Afghan Taliban storm jail, release hundreds of prisoners - Police
Taliban insurgents stormed a prison in the central Afghan city of Ghazni early Monday, killing police and releasing hundreds of prisoners.
Mon Sep 14 2015
Afghan Taliban announce Mullah Akhtar Mansour as new leader
The Taliban has appointed Mullah Akhtar Mansour as their new leader with deputies Sirajuddin Haqqani and Haibatullah Akhundzada.
Fri Jul 31 2015
Pakistan frees eight Taliban prisoners
Pakistan has released eight Afghan Taliban prisoners, including senior former administration chiefs, in a bid to aid its wartorn neighbour's peace efforts, officials said Tuesday.
Tue Jan 01 2013
ANALYSIS - What could happen if Trump rejects the US election results
If Trump seems to be losing, the delay could let him claim fraud and undermine confidence in election officials.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Motorcycling - Marquez wins Australian MotoGP after intense battle with Martin
The 31-year-old, third in the championship standings, has now won the Australian MotoGP four times in the premier class.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Prabowo takes up Indonesian presidency, vows to tackle corruption, other issues
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto on Sunday took over as president of the world's third-largest democracy, vowing to combat internal issues
Sun Oct 20 2024
Nepal's Sherpas deserve more, says teenager who scaled world's 14 tallest peaks
Sherpas are known for climbing skills that make them the backbone of mountain expeditions.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Inside the underground lab in China tasked with solving a physics mystery
China will soon collect neutrino data, aiming to unravel one of particle physics' biggest mysteries.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Millions in Cuba still without power as major outage persists
Millions of Cubans remain without electricity because of a prolonged outage at the main power plants on the island, Anadolu Agency reported.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Surge in Gaza violence increases famine risk, monitor says
About 1.84 million people across the besieged Palestinian enclave are living through high levels of acute food insecurity.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Israel pounds Beirut and Gaza after rockets hit Israel's north
A drone was launched at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's holiday home.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Elon Musk promises to award $1 mil each day to a signer of his petition
He awarded a $1 million check to an attendee of his event in Pennsylvania aimed at rallying supporters behind Donald Trump.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sun Oct 20 2024