The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has broken its silence on the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan calling for peace and stability. The group said that Afghanistan should not be allowed as a haven for terror groups.

OIC warn against Afghanistan becoming 'terror haven', calls for peace and stability

The Taliban have said that hundreds of their fighters are heading for the Panjshir Valley, which is currently the centre of the resistance in war-ravaged Afghanistan.

Taliban say hundreds of fighters headed to holdout Panjshir Valley

Amid chaos triggered by Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, evacuees finally got a reason to smile when an Afghan mother delivered a baby girl aboard a US military evacuation flight, moments after touching down at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Saturday, said the US Air Force on its social media account. &nbsp;

The US Air Mobility Command said in a tweet on Sunday, “The woman went into labour aboard a C-17 transport aircraft during the second leg of her journey fleeing the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. The flight was from a staging base in the Middle East to the large US air base in Germany.” &nbsp;

When the aircraft was at its flight altitude, above 28,000 feet (8,534 meters), the mother began to have complications due to the lower air pressure in the plane, the US Air Force said. &nbsp;

On Twitter, US Air Mobility Command added, "The aircraft commander decided to descend in altitude to increase air pressure in the aircraft, which helped stabilise and save the mother's life." &nbsp;

After the plane was on the ground at Ramstein base, Air Force's 86th Medical Group personnel assisted in the delivery of the baby in the C-17's cargo bay. The mother and baby were then transported to a nearby medical facility. They are now in good condition.&nbsp;

Amid chaos triggered by Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, evacuees finally got a reason to smile when an Afghan mother delivered a baby girl aboard a US military evacuation flight, moments after touching down at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Saturday, said the US Air Force on its social media account.

Amid chaos triggered by Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, evacuees finally got a reason to smile when an Afghan mother delivered a baby girl aboard a US military evacuation flight, moments after touching down at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Saturday, said the US Air Force on its social media account. The US Air Mobility Command said in a tweet on Sunday, “The woman went into labour aboard a C-17 transport aircraft during the second leg of her journey fleeing the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. The flight was from a staging base in the Middle East to the large US air base in Germany.” When the aircraft was at its flight altitude, above 28,000 feet (8,534 meters), the mother began to have complications due to the lower air pressure in the plane, the US Air Force said. On Twitter, US Air Mobility Command added, "The aircraft commander decided to descend in altitude to increase air pressure in the aircraft, which helped stabilise and save the mother's life." After the plane was on the ground at Ramstein base, Air Force's 86th Medical Group personnel assisted in the delivery of the baby in the C-17's cargo bay. The mother and baby were then transported to a nearby medical facility. They are now in good condition.

Afghan woman gives birth to baby girl on US aircraft at Germany air base

A senior Taliban leader blamed the United States for the chaotic situation at Kabul airport. He said America has failed to bring order to the airport. He also added that apart from Kabul airport situation in the rest of Afghanistan is peaceful.

Taliban blames US for Kabul airport chaos, says situation in rest of Afghanistan is peaceful

Days after the Taliban vowed to respect women’s rights, images of women have been covered up or vandalised on storefronts around Kabul. The absence of women from public places has become a defining feature of the return of the Taliban in Afghanistan.

Taliban's war against women: Images of women vandalised outside beauty salons in Kabul

The takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban has prompted hundreds of Afghans to rush to Kabul airport in an effort to flee. WION tells you which nation is doing what to support Afghanistan refugees.

Afghan Refugee Crisis: All eyes on what stand Muslim nations are taking

Across Afghanistan, the Taliban are carrying out door-to-door searches and hunting for those Afghans who worked with the US & its allies. Instead of protecting their employees, some missions of Western governments abandoned their local staff. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: The Taliban is hunting for rivals in a door-to-door manhunt

An Afghan teenager who played for the national youth football team fell to his death after trying to cling to a US military plane. Palki Sharma tells you how some tried to profit from his misery.

Gravitas: 17-year-old Afghan youth footballer died in fall from US plane in Kabul

Thousands of Afghan refugees crowded outside the Kabul airport hoping for safe passage. American soldiers responded by firing tear gas at them. Palki Sharma tells you stories of desperation & hopelessness from Kabul.

Gravitas: Afghan parents pass children over airport wall

In what could be termed as an attempt to turn a blind eye towards the humanitarian crisis emerging from the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, Greece said, it completed a 40-km-long wall on its border with Turkey. &nbsp;

The country has also installed a surveillance system to prevent possible asylum seekers from trying to reach Europe. &nbsp;

The current situation in Afghanistan has sparked fears that Europe may face a migration crisis similar to that in 2015 as people are fleeing persecution or further conflict. &nbsp;

Michalis Chrisochoidis, citizens’ protections minister, Greece said, the country had taken action to stop a repeat of scenes six years ago. A fence of almost eight miles had already been in place. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Chrisochoidis added, “We cannot wait, passively, for the possible impact. Our borders will remain safe and inviolable.” &nbsp;

Last week, the Greek government said it would not allow refugees to cross into Europe and would turn people back. In a statement, migration minister Notis Mitarachi said, “Our country will not be a gateway to Europe for illegal Afghan migrants.” &nbsp;

On Friday, the issue was raised by Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in a discussion with Greek prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Turkish president said Afghanistan and Iran, which are a key route for Afghans into Turkey, should be supported or a new migration wave was certain, according to a statement from his office. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In what could be termed as an attempt to turn a blind eye towards the humanitarian crisis emerging from the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, Greece said, it completed a 40-km-long wall on its border with Turkey.

In what could be termed as an attempt to turn a blind eye towards the humanitarian crisis emerging from the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, Greece said, it completed a 40-km-long wall on its border with Turkey. The country has also installed a surveillance system to prevent possible asylum seekers from trying to reach Europe. The current situation in Afghanistan has sparked fears that Europe may face a migration crisis similar to that in 2015 as people are fleeing persecution or further conflict. Michalis Chrisochoidis, citizens’ protections minister, Greece said, the country had taken action to stop a repeat of scenes six years ago. A fence of almost eight miles had already been in place. Chrisochoidis added, “We cannot wait, passively, for the possible impact. Our borders will remain safe and inviolable.” Last week, the Greek government said it would not allow refugees to cross into Europe and would turn people back. In a statement, migration minister Notis Mitarachi said, “Our country will not be a gateway to Europe for illegal Afghan migrants.” On Friday, the issue was raised by Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in a discussion with Greek prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Turkish president said Afghanistan and Iran, which are a key route for Afghans into Turkey, should be supported or a new migration wave was certain, according to a statement from his office. (With inputs from agencies)

Greece extends border wall to shut doors to Afghan refugees   

Afghanistan's envoy to Tajikistan Lieutenant General Muhammad Zahir Aghbar has said that Ashraf Ghani never came to Tajikistan, and raised the question of why when he was leaving the country, he never informed his vice president, defence or foreign minister. Speaking exclusively to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Aghbar said, "He took with him people, who were involved and loyal to him and in his corruption and eventually, they landed themselves in Abu Dabhi. After three days wait, he announced he is in Abu Dabhi." &nbsp;

The Afghan embassy in Tajikistan had recently removed the portrait of Ghani with that of Amrullah Saleh, the acting President of the country. He said, Dr Abdullah, has told him that he had informed Saleh that "Ghani would run away", and that he is "Delighted that as Vice President and current acting President, he stayed in Afghanistan and took over the control of government and he is taking authority and responsibility." He also lauded the son of Ahmed Shah Massoud for "following footsteps of his father" and gone to Panjshir since he "wants peace just like his father". Mehran Aghbar, advisor to the Ambassador of Afghanistan in Tajikistan, translated the audio of the envoy interview. &nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;

Sidhant Sibal: How do you see the situation in Afghanistan? &nbsp;

Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: Bismillah e Rahman e Rahim, I would like to start off by passing my regards and respect to the brave people that are standing up against the enemy in Afghanistan. We pray that Afghanistan heads to have a peace process and that it won't be a war zone for other countries. Currently, the situation in Afghanistan is not normal, there can be a lot of human rights violations and everything that we see is because of the bad leadership of Dr Ghani. If Dr Ghani had not fled the country, the peace process would have been handled much better. We are very disappointed that the 20 years of work that the international community did was wasted. The strong army force we were able to build, Dr Ghani was able to destroy that with his close colleagues. Other countries, who are fighting their wars in Afghanistan, should understand that this war will eventually spread and come to them. &nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sidhant Sibal: Ghani after fleeing the country came to Tajikistan. Was his plane allowed to land? Did he bring with him money? Any details? &nbsp;

Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: Dr Ashraf Ghani left Afghanistan with a plan which they had put in place. He says he left Afghanistan in a rush, Dr Ghani claims that once the Taliban entered the palace they went and search room to room looking for him. No fight had started and he claims he wasn't even able to wear his shoes. The question of the Afghan people is that why didn't security forces fight back, the security forces that were hired by the Presidential palace are paid much more than other soldiers, why were they not able to fight the enemy. When you were running away how were you able to make it to the airport. While you were running away, how were you able to make your way to the airport, how was the aeroplane ready for you. The claims they made that Ghani had allegedly come to Tajikistan are inaccurate. He had never come to Tajikistan and they had already pre-planned which country they will run to. He took with him people, who were involved and loyal to him and in his corruption and eventually, they landed in Abu Dabhi. After three days wait, he announced he is in Abu Dabhi. When Ghani was running away from Afghanistan he landed at the airport, he didn't have enough time to call his vice president, cabinet members, minister of defence, minister of foreign affairs but he did take a few of his favourite people with him. I spoke to Dr Abdullah a few days ago, he stated to me that he told acting president Saleh that Ghani would run away. When his VP Saleh found out that the line of defence in Paghman was defeated without a fight, he made a decision of leaving Kabul. Mr Ambassdor got a call from acting President Saleh, his statement was that line of defence in Paghman was defeated and where ever I will set myself I will call you. Delighted that as Vice President and current acting President, he stayed in Afghanistan and took over the control of government and he is taking authority and responsibility. &nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sidhant Sibal: The embassy has removed the picture of Ghani, with Saleh. The main reason for it? &nbsp;

Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: Terrorist groups can start to invade the country and try to rule the people via violence and fear but the world abides by international laws. Laws followed by international organisations and our flags are raised at the UN. Our representative is still at the UN as well, and no government has accepted the Taliban as a legitimate government. A lot of the territory in Afghanistan is under Taliban authority but we have the legitimacy. I hope the Taliban comes to an agreement and that agreement is made by the international community as well. Taliban can't do anything independently and force on Afghan people and the world should not be a watcher for this. Our neighbouring countries should not undermine the situation and should decide on this. Afghanistan will start impacting others as well. Interpol should take Ghani into custody and he should be punished for the crimes he committed against the Afghan people. I call on the people of Afghanistan and people around the world that they should start this campaign of arresting Ghani and put it into action. This should be a lesson that no leader around the world should steal money and run away with it. &nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sidhant Sibal: How do you see resistance under Saleh evolving? &nbsp;

Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: I believe acting president Saleh is currently leading the government of the country. The son of Ahmed Shah Massoud knew much better than us politicians and acted on this beforehand than we did. Son of Ahmed Shah Massoud did not have any position in the government and administration of Ghani, not as a minister, deputy and not even a general but he was able to follow in his dad's footsteps and shape and form the resistance of Afghanistan. Moments we lost Kabul to the enemy, he had a phone call with me and spoke. I thought he would ask me for help in regards to getting him outside Afghanistan and save his life but it was the complete opposite of what I thought. When I asked what is your final decision was, he said I will be with my people. I am the son of Afghanistan and will start the resistance. It will be an honour to die there. Up until that time, I don't refer to him as a young commander, but this young man will be able to fight against the enemy and bring peace. Massoud has not gone to Panjshir to fight but wants peace just like his father. Just like his father did, and he is going in his footsteps. If someone wants to take human rights from us, violate international laws, we would rather be killed fighting with them than living with them. I call on all young people of Afghanistan, all ethnicities to be part of it. &nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sidhant Sibal: How do you see the role of the international community, Tajikistan and India? &nbsp;

Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: I believe that COVID-19 has impacted the entire world. It did not leave India, the US, Russia, China or Japan. If the world doesn't fight this battle together, fighting the violation of human rights, drug smuggling, support to terror organisations, it will be a problem for all of us. I hope the Taliban will remove other terror organisations that they have worked with and Afghanistan is not safe haven for international organisations. India has always been one of Afghanistan's greatest allies and at times of peace and different time of history played different roles. Tajikistan has the same language and culture that it shares with Afghanistan. We have a history with Tajikistan and only river that separates us but our hearts are inter-connected. I am very happy and thankful that leaders in Tajikistan especially his excellency president has always had good intentions with the people of Afghanistan. Tajikistan shares 20 districts with Afghanistan that are under the Taliban and I believe people will rise up against issues facing across Afghanistan. Delighted Andarab district, Baghlan Province, three districts taken back from the enemy and you saw in Jalalabad that they raised Afghan flag. I'm very disappointed that Mr Ghani was three days ago claiming that he will not run away but celebrated the independence of Afghanistan in the Emirates. &nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sidhant Sibal: Who is responsible for the status of your country? &nbsp;

Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: I mentioned that other countries are fighting their battles in Afghanistan. I do believe that the people of Afghanistan have learnt their lesson and the people of Afghanistan want peace and want government, which is all-inclusive and no one is supporting the fight in Afghanistan. For countries supporting different militias around the country and arming them for war, I call them to grow economies and have an economic collaboration than battle on the ground. I believe regional countries will benefit if there is peace and stability in Afghanistan. People of other countries are kind hearted but politicians and leaders follow their own goals. Prior to losing Kabul to the Taliban, we were witnessing, the minister of foreign affairs of Pakistan was becoming the spokesperson of the Taliban and do believe the people of Pakistan know the truth of what is happening in Afghanistan. We are friends with one another, a neighbour with one another, let us not lose it.&nbsp;

Afghanistan's envoy to Tajikistan Lieutenant General Muhammad Zahir Aghbar has said that Ashraf Ghani never came to Tajikistan, and raised the question of why when he was leaving the country, he never informed his vice president, defence or foreign minister.

Afghanistan's envoy to Tajikistan Lieutenant General Muhammad Zahir Aghbar has said that Ashraf Ghani never came to Tajikistan, and raised the question of why when he was leaving the country, he never informed his vice president, defence or foreign minister. Speaking exclusively to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, Aghbar said, "He took with him people, who were involved and loyal to him and in his corruption and eventually, they landed themselves in Abu Dabhi. After three days wait, he announced he is in Abu Dabhi." The Afghan embassy in Tajikistan had recently removed the portrait of Ghani with that of Amrullah Saleh, the acting President of the country. He said, Dr Abdullah, has told him that he had informed Saleh that "Ghani would run away", and that he is "Delighted that as Vice President and current acting President, he stayed in Afghanistan and took over the control of government and he is taking authority and responsibility." He also lauded the son of Ahmed Shah Massoud for "following footsteps of his father" and gone to Panjshir since he "wants peace just like his father". Mehran Aghbar, advisor to the Ambassador of Afghanistan in Tajikistan, translated the audio of the envoy interview. Sidhant Sibal: How do you see the situation in Afghanistan? Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: Bismillah e Rahman e Rahim, I would like to start off by passing my regards and respect to the brave people that are standing up against the enemy in Afghanistan. We pray that Afghanistan heads to have a peace process and that it won't be a war zone for other countries. Currently, the situation in Afghanistan is not normal, there can be a lot of human rights violations and everything that we see is because of the bad leadership of Dr Ghani. If Dr Ghani had not fled the country, the peace process would have been handled much better. We are very disappointed that the 20 years of work that the international community did was wasted. The strong army force we were able to build, Dr Ghani was able to destroy that with his close colleagues. Other countries, who are fighting their wars in Afghanistan, should understand that this war will eventually spread and come to them. Sidhant Sibal: Ghani after fleeing the country came to Tajikistan. Was his plane allowed to land? Did he bring with him money? Any details? Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: Dr Ashraf Ghani left Afghanistan with a plan which they had put in place. He says he left Afghanistan in a rush, Dr Ghani claims that once the Taliban entered the palace they went and search room to room looking for him. No fight had started and he claims he wasn't even able to wear his shoes. The question of the Afghan people is that why didn't security forces fight back, the security forces that were hired by the Presidential palace are paid much more than other soldiers, why were they not able to fight the enemy. When you were running away how were you able to make it to the airport. While you were running away, how were you able to make your way to the airport, how was the aeroplane ready for you. The claims they made that Ghani had allegedly come to Tajikistan are inaccurate. He had never come to Tajikistan and they had already pre-planned which country they will run to. He took with him people, who were involved and loyal to him and in his corruption and eventually, they landed in Abu Dabhi. After three days wait, he announced he is in Abu Dabhi. When Ghani was running away from Afghanistan he landed at the airport, he didn't have enough time to call his vice president, cabinet members, minister of defence, minister of foreign affairs but he did take a few of his favourite people with him. I spoke to Dr Abdullah a few days ago, he stated to me that he told acting president Saleh that Ghani would run away. When his VP Saleh found out that the line of defence in Paghman was defeated without a fight, he made a decision of leaving Kabul. Mr Ambassdor got a call from acting President Saleh, his statement was that line of defence in Paghman was defeated and where ever I will set myself I will call you. Delighted that as Vice President and current acting President, he stayed in Afghanistan and took over the control of government and he is taking authority and responsibility. Sidhant Sibal: The embassy has removed the picture of Ghani, with Saleh. The main reason for it? Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: Terrorist groups can start to invade the country and try to rule the people via violence and fear but the world abides by international laws. Laws followed by international organisations and our flags are raised at the UN. Our representative is still at the UN as well, and no government has accepted the Taliban as a legitimate government. A lot of the territory in Afghanistan is under Taliban authority but we have the legitimacy. I hope the Taliban comes to an agreement and that agreement is made by the international community as well. Taliban can't do anything independently and force on Afghan people and the world should not be a watcher for this. Our neighbouring countries should not undermine the situation and should decide on this. Afghanistan will start impacting others as well. Interpol should take Ghani into custody and he should be punished for the crimes he committed against the Afghan people. I call on the people of Afghanistan and people around the world that they should start this campaign of arresting Ghani and put it into action. This should be a lesson that no leader around the world should steal money and run away with it. Sidhant Sibal: How do you see resistance under Saleh evolving? Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: I believe acting president Saleh is currently leading the government of the country. The son of Ahmed Shah Massoud knew much better than us politicians and acted on this beforehand than we did. Son of Ahmed Shah Massoud did not have any position in the government and administration of Ghani, not as a minister, deputy and not even a general but he was able to follow in his dad's footsteps and shape and form the resistance of Afghanistan. Moments we lost Kabul to the enemy, he had a phone call with me and spoke. I thought he would ask me for help in regards to getting him outside Afghanistan and save his life but it was the complete opposite of what I thought. When I asked what is your final decision was, he said I will be with my people. I am the son of Afghanistan and will start the resistance. It will be an honour to die there. Up until that time, I don't refer to him as a young commander, but this young man will be able to fight against the enemy and bring peace. Massoud has not gone to Panjshir to fight but wants peace just like his father. Just like his father did, and he is going in his footsteps. If someone wants to take human rights from us, violate international laws, we would rather be killed fighting with them than living with them. I call on all young people of Afghanistan, all ethnicities to be part of it. Sidhant Sibal: How do you see the role of the international community, Tajikistan and India? Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: I believe that COVID-19 has impacted the entire world. It did not leave India, the US, Russia, China or Japan. If the world doesn't fight this battle together, fighting the violation of human rights, drug smuggling, support to terror organisations, it will be a problem for all of us. I hope the Taliban will remove other terror organisations that they have worked with and Afghanistan is not safe haven for international organisations. India has always been one of Afghanistan's greatest allies and at times of peace and different time of history played different roles. Tajikistan has the same language and culture that it shares with Afghanistan. We have a history with Tajikistan and only river that separates us but our hearts are inter-connected. I am very happy and thankful that leaders in Tajikistan especially his excellency president has always had good intentions with the people of Afghanistan. Tajikistan shares 20 districts with Afghanistan that are under the Taliban and I believe people will rise up against issues facing across Afghanistan. Delighted Andarab district, Baghlan Province, three districts taken back from the enemy and you saw in Jalalabad that they raised Afghan flag. I'm very disappointed that Mr Ghani was three days ago claiming that he will not run away but celebrated the independence of Afghanistan in the Emirates. Sidhant Sibal: Who is responsible for the status of your country? Muhammad Zahir Aghbar: I mentioned that other countries are fighting their battles in Afghanistan. I do believe that the people of Afghanistan have learnt their lesson and the people of Afghanistan want peace and want government, which is all-inclusive and no one is supporting the fight in Afghanistan. For countries supporting different militias around the country and arming them for war, I call them to grow economies and have an economic collaboration than battle on the ground. I believe regional countries will benefit if there is peace and stability in Afghanistan. People of other countries are kind hearted but politicians and leaders follow their own goals. Prior to losing Kabul to the Taliban, we were witnessing, the minister of foreign affairs of Pakistan was becoming the spokesperson of the Taliban and do believe the people of Pakistan know the truth of what is happening in Afghanistan. We are friends with one another, a neighbour with one another, let us not lose it.

'Ghani never came here', Afghan envoy to Tajikistan Zahir Aghbar; Lauds Ahmad Massoud 

To intensify efforts to establish a new Afghan government, Taliban's co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar has arrived in Kabul on Saturday to hold talks with fellow group members and other politicians. &nbsp;

A senior Taliban official told AFP, "He will be in Kabul to meet jihadi leaders and politicians for an inclusive government set-up." &nbsp;&nbsp;

Baradar is the chief of the Taliban's political office. The Taliban leader took a C17 aircraft from Qatar and chose to land in the group's spiritual birthplace Kandahar on Tuesday night. The city was the capital of the group during its first time in power in the 90s. &nbsp;

After his return, the Taliban announced its rule would be "different" this time. &nbsp;

A controversial figure in the Taliban, Baradar was arrested in 2010 in Pakistan but was released from prison three years ago at the request of the former Trump administration as it prepared to open peace talks with the militant group. &nbsp;

Baradar is widely seen as a possible future leader of Afghanistan as the Taliban take control of Kabul. &nbsp;

He oversaw the signing of the US forces' withdrawal agreement with the Americans. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

To intensify efforts to establish a new Afghan government, Taliban's co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar has arrived in Kabul on Saturday to hold talks with fellow group members and other politicians.

To intensify efforts to establish a new Afghan government, Taliban's co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar has arrived in Kabul on Saturday to hold talks with fellow group members and other politicians. A senior Taliban official told AFP, "He will be in Kabul to meet jihadi leaders and politicians for an inclusive government set-up." Baradar is the chief of the Taliban's political office. The Taliban leader took a C17 aircraft from Qatar and chose to land in the group's spiritual birthplace Kandahar on Tuesday night. The city was the capital of the group during its first time in power in the 90s. After his return, the Taliban announced its rule would be "different" this time. A controversial figure in the Taliban, Baradar was arrested in 2010 in Pakistan but was released from prison three years ago at the request of the former Trump administration as it prepared to open peace talks with the militant group. Baradar is widely seen as a possible future leader of Afghanistan as the Taliban take control of Kabul. He oversaw the signing of the US forces' withdrawal agreement with the Americans. (With inputs from agencies)

With new Afghan govt on cards, Taliban's co-founder Baradar reaches Kabul

Amid the chaos, gridlocked streets, gunshots and panic WION's Anas Mallick get you a ground report from Kabul airport where some have been waiting for hours and some for days to flee Afghanistan.

WION Ground Report: Chaos, gridlocked streets & panic in Kabul as desperate Afghans try to flee

The US and NATO military invaded Afghanistan 20 years ago. The most mighty force on the planet aimed to expel both the Taliban and Al-Qaeda from the country. It turns out that it was just a daydream. 20 years on the humiliating departure of the US forces has come as a massive morale boost to terrorists all over the world.

Will Afghanistan become a safe haven for terror?

The Taliban called on Afghanistan's imams to urge unity when they hold their first Friday prayers since the Islamist group seized control of the country. WION brings you five pictures from Afghanistan which will tell you what does the Taliban rule looks like for the citizens of the country.

First Friday prayers held in Kabul since the Taliban takeover

The race to evacuate tens of thousands of Americans and Afghans from Afghanistan is intensifying as prospects are uncertain for removing any Afghan allies before the deadline of August 31.

Unimaginable chaos erupts at Kabul airport as US ends its 'forever war' | WION-VOA Co-production

Harrowing visuals coming in from Afghanistan show helpless families attempting to ensure the safety of their children, some even flinging the kids to the soldiers over wire fencing at Kabul airport.

Desperate people hand over their children to departing US troops

In its first press conference since capturing Kabul, the Taliban had said that it would allow free media and jobs for women. But The complaints made by some Afghan journalists in recent days are sowing doubt about assurances made by the Taliban.

Taliban 'free press' promise a farce?

The Taliban promised amnesty for enemies & safety to all Afghans. But reports from Kabul are conflicting & the visuals are compelling. WION's correspondent Anas Mallick hopped onto a Taliban patrol car to bring you the ground reality.

Gravitas: Ground reality of Taliban rule in Kabul

In Kabul today, brave Afghans took to the streets in Kabul to reject the Taliban's rule. They took down the Taliban's flag and unfurled the black, red, and green flag of Afghanistan. Palki Sharma tells you how defenceless Afghans are defying the Taliban's bullets.

Gravitas: Brave Afghans take to the streets to oppose Taliban's rule

From leading anti-Taliban protests to speaking out against regressive diktats, Afghan women have become the face of courage and resistance. Palki Sharma tells you how they are battling to protect their hard-earned gains.

Gravitas: Afghan women lead anti-Taliban protests

The Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan has left many shaken. Those who survived the Kabul exodus, and managed to get evacuated safely now recounts the details of the last few harrowing days.

Afghanistan Turmoil: Survivors of Kabul exodus recount details of harrowing couple of days

While most of the western countries have denied accepting the Taliban's rule, some have promoted reconciliation. In the latest, the Afghan embassy Tajikistan has removed the picture of former President Ashraf Ghani. WION tracks the Taliban blitz and the resistance in Kabul.

Tracking the Taliban blitz and the resistance

Mass evacuations from Afghanistan are continuing at a frantic pace, chaotic scenes continue to emerge from the Kabul airport. WION brings you a ground report from outside the Kabul airport.

WION Ground Report: Chaotic scenes outside Kabul airport

Afghanistan's Vice President Amrullah Saleh has stayed behind & is building an anti-Taliban resistance in Panjshir Valley. This is a region the Taliban has never managed to conquer. Who is Amrullah Saleh? Can he bring down the Taliban? Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Amrullah Saleh: The face of anti-Taliban resistance

With the Taliban set to control the new Afghan government, world leaders are struggling to define their relationship with the group. Will governments recognise the Taliban or reject their rule? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Will social media cancel the Taliban?

Taliban's tall promises on women's rights have been busted by their actions on the ground. As Afghan women fight to protect their gains, WION launches #SaveAfghanWomen to tell their stories. Palki Sharma tells you how you can join in.

Gravitas | Taliban presser: Lies & propaganda

3 days after taking Kabul, The Taliban has unleashed its reign of terror. The Taliban today opened fire on Afghans in Jalalabad. Government officials & captured soldiers are being "executed" outside Kabul. Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: The Taliban unleashes its reign of terror

As the Taliban has taken over Afghanistan, the question is how will the country be governed? According to reports, the ruling council might take charge in and the third supreme commander of the Taliban Haibatullah Akhundzada likely to be overall in charge.

What will the new Afghanistan regime look like?

For Afghans living across the United States, the last few days have been full of panic and anxiety as they fear for the safety of their families back home. Most of them are blaming the US for this crisis.

Afghans living in US fear for their families' safety

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