Strong earthquake hits western Afghanistan

(LONDON) -- A powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck western Afghanistan early Sunday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.The quake, which was centered about 30 kilometers (18 miles) north-northwest of Herāt, followed a series of powerful tremors that killed more than a thousand."This earthquake was preceded by... Read More.

Taliban prevents women from working at UN in Afghanistan

(NEW YORK) -- The Taliban banned Afghan women from working at the United Nations in Afghanistan this week, adding another restriction to the long list the Taliban has imposed on Afghan women since retaking power in August 2021.United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said any... Read More.