Taliban have allowed women to continue studying but a new law has dictated that wearing a niqab will be compulsory to attend university.<o:p></o:p>

All women attending private universities in Afghanistan will have to compulsorily wear an abaya robe and niqab. It is compulsory for women to cover most of their face, Taliban ordered.<o:p></o:p>

This order has been passed on in all private schools and universities.

<o:p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/afghanistan-top-us-general-warns-of-civil-war-says-al-qaeda-isis-may-grow-410913">Afghanistan: Top US General warns of civil war, says al Qaeda, ISIS may grow</a></o:p>

In the recent past, burqas and niqabs had disappeared from streets of Kabul and only few women could be seen wearing it, especially in smaller cities. However, the new order by Taliban will, sadly, bring burqas and niqab back in the streets of Kabul.<o:p></o:p>

While the Taliban has not said that women have to cover their whole face, a niqab, by design, covers most of the face, leaving only eyes exposed.<o:p></o:p>

This order has come a little after Taliban declared that girls can attend schools and colleges but they will not be allowed to sit in the same room as boys.<o:p></o:p>

During their earlier rule, Taliban had never allowed women to sit in the same public room as men. Now, as they allowed women to study, authorities have been asked to segregate classes on basis of gender.

<o:p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions-blogs/everyone-is-coming-around-from-wars-to-support-from-developed-countries-taliban-seem-to-be-winning-everything-410860">Everyone is coming around: From wars to support from developed countries, Taliban seem to be winning everything</a></o:p>

Taliban have also ordered that girls can only be taught by women and if it is in some rare instance not a possibility, then universities "should try to hire old men teachers who have a good record of behaviour".<o:p></o:p>

"Universities are required to recruit female teachers for female students based on their facilities,"&nbsp;Taliban declared. <o:p></o:p>

Not just this, women’s lessons will also end five minutes prior to ensure they leave the building before boys step out and the two groups do not engage with each other.<o:p></o:p>

"Practically, it is a difficult plan -- we don't have enough female instructors or classes to segregate the girls, "a university professor, who asked not to be named told AFP. "But the fact that they are allowing girls to go to schools and universities is a big positive step."<o:p></o:p>

Taliban have allowed women to continue studying but a new law has dictated that wearing a niqab will be compulsory to attend university. All women attending private universities in Afghanistan will have to compulsorily wear an abaya robe and niqab.

Taliban have allowed women to continue studying but a new law has dictated that wearing a niqab will be compulsory to attend university. All women attending private universities in Afghanistan will have to compulsorily wear an abaya robe and niqab. It is compulsory for women to cover most of their face, Taliban ordered. This order has been passed on in all private schools and universities. Also read | Afghanistan: Top US General warns of civil war, says al Qaeda, ISIS may grow In the recent past, burqas and niqabs had disappeared from streets of Kabul and only few women could be seen wearing it, especially in smaller cities. However, the new order by Taliban will, sadly, bring burqas and niqab back in the streets of Kabul. While the Taliban has not said that women have to cover their whole face, a niqab, by design, covers most of the face, leaving only eyes exposed. This order has come a little after Taliban declared that girls can attend schools and colleges but they will not be allowed to sit in the same room as boys. During their earlier rule, Taliban had never allowed women to sit in the same public room as men. Now, as they allowed women to study, authorities have been asked to segregate classes on basis of gender. Also read | Everyone is coming around: From wars to support from developed countries, Taliban seem to be winning everything Taliban have also ordered that girls can only be taught by women and if it is in some rare instance not a possibility, then universities "should try to hire old men teachers who have a good record of behaviour". "Universities are required to recruit female teachers for female students based on their facilities," Taliban declared. Not just this, women’s lessons will also end five minutes prior to ensure they leave the building before boys step out and the two groups do not engage with each other. "Practically, it is a difficult plan -- we don't have enough female instructors or classes to segregate the girls, "a university professor, who asked not to be named told AFP. "But the fact that they are allowing girls to go to schools and universities is a big positive step."

Women who go to college have to wear niqab and cover their faces: Taliban

With the Taliban now in control Afghans and the capital of Kabul are left unsure about their futures as people adapt to the new regime.

Afghanistan: Afghans stare at uncertain future

Heavy fighting is underway in Afghanistan's Panjshir valley and according to the latest development, the Taliban has reportedly pushed deep into Afghanistan's last holdout.

Reports: Taliban push deep into Panjshir

Turbulence triggered by the Taliban in Afghanistan is right now the biggest evolving story. In Kabul the Taliban may announce their government anytime in the coming week.

Afghanistan: The Taliban's chain of command to have a supra council

Whether one likes it or not, the Taliban have come a long way in just a few weeks.

Formed in September 1994 in Afghanistan’s Kandahar, the militant group has managed to spread its roots by hook or by crook over the decades.

With soft presence in several neighbouring countries, Taliban have ruined lives, economies and the moral compass of many areas. However, as the group took over Afghanistan, some international organisations and government leaders seem to be giving up in&nbsp;front of these militants. They are adjusting to the new normal: the Taliban regime is here to stay.

The biggest change in opinion seen recently about the jihadist group has come from China. Xi Jinping's China, already under the scanner for&nbsp;lingering questions on the origins of the coronavirus&nbsp;pandemic in that country, is raising eyebrows again over its readiness to deepen “friendly and cooperative” relationship with the Taliban.

"The Taliban have repeatedly expressed their hope to develop good relations with China, and that they look forward to China's participation in the reconstruction and development of Afghanistan," foreign ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said recently. "We welcome this. China respects the right of the Afghan people to independently determine their own destiny and is willing to continue to develop... friendly and cooperative relations with Afghanistan."

<h2>Why the change of heart?</h2>

China shares nearly 70 kilometres of land border with Afghanistan where the Wakhan Corridor plays a huge strategic role. The Asian nation has always been worried about Taliban establishing a strong foothold in Afghanistan, which could become an important base for Uyghur separatists in China.

However, as soon as a top Taliban official promised Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi&nbsp;that they would not let Afghanistan become a staging point and a base for 'militants', China seemed to have no problem with the terrorist organisation ruling and torturing people under the guise of 'religion' and 'law'.

<img alt="Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi [R] met with Taliban leader Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar [L] in Tianjin, China on July 28, 2021" src="https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/images/story/202109/china_taliban_reuters.jpg?WArLARu9mqPdO_oGxji9XKeBnVxXLo1_&amp;size=770:433" />

It is not just the melody of sweet words that seems to have changed China’s stance on Taliban. China, remember, is militarily one of the strongest countries of the world and has often been engaged with the US in a diplomatic war to get hold of the title of ‘superpower’.

China, therefore, must have&nbsp;minutely calculated the pros and cons of its future ties with the Taliban. Being on the opposite side of Taliban could have given China's tortured minority groups a chance to start a movement against the Xi government with the help of Taliban. But&nbsp;now, with Taliban considering China as one of the most 'important partners', the terrorist organisation would not let the 'militants of Xinjiang' — read the Uyghur community — form an alliance against their 'important partner'.

By befriending Taliban, China is also paving the way to extend its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) into Afghanistan and through the Central Asian republics. Whether or not&nbsp;BRI is a genuine effort of connecting China with Asia, Europe and Africa is debatable, and only time can prove the reasoning behind the huge lending game.

While China has stopped short of openly labelling and recognising it as a government, Taliban has not shied away from appreciating China’s support and declaring its future partnership.

"China is our most important partner and represents a fundamental and extraordinary opportunity for us because it is ready to invest and rebuild our country," Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said recently.&nbsp;"In addition, China is our pass to markets all over the world," he added, with the hope that the rich copper mines of the country can be modernised and exploited for a profit with the help of China.

<h1>Taliban's growing allies?</h1>

It is not just China, Vladimir Putin-led Russia and Imran Khan’s Pakistan have also maintained open, active, and might I say, friendly, interaction with the terror organisation.

<h3>Russia</h3>

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is hopeful that Taliban will behave in a "civilised" manner in Afghanistan. Putin said he would like to see Taliban behave in such a way that the global community can maintain good diplomatic ties with Kabul.

"Russia is not interested in the disintegration of Afghanistan. If this happens, then there will be no one to talk to,” Putin said. “The sooner the Taliban will enter the family of civilised people, so to speak, the easier it will be to contact, communicate, and somehow influence and ask questions," he added.

<img alt="Russia signals it&amp;#39;s ready to engage with Taliban, experts say - ABC News" src="https://s.abcnews.com/images/International/russia-taliban-putin-01-gty-llr-210821_1629563018265_hpMain_16x9_1600.jpg" />

Putin's trial of adding Taliban to the 'family of civilised people' was a shocker, considering the controversial past of the terrorist organisation and its history with former Soviet Union.

While Putin extended an olive branch towards Taliban, predictably he did not do the same with the US as he accused America of causing this 'catastrophe'&nbsp;in Afghanistan. "The Americans, very pragmatic people, spent more than $1.5 trillion on this campaign over the years, and what is the result? Zero. If you look at the number of people who have been abandoned in Afghanistan, (who) have been working for the collective West, the US and their allies, then it’s a humanitarian catastrophe as well," Putin said.

It seems that Putin has learnt his lesson from the 10-year-long USSR war in Afghanistan, which ended with the Soviet troops' withdrawal in 1989. While Russia has played all his diplomatic moves in Afghanistan, Taliban is still labelled as a 'terrorist organisation' in Moscow.

<h3>Pakistan</h3>

Imran Khan-led Pakistan shares a very different and bittersweet relationship with Afghanistan. The two countries share a land border of nearly 2,500 km and have similar traditions, cultural and religious values. In addition to this, the two countries also share trade ties, and an overpowering shadow of terrorism.

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/09/04/209713-isi-chief.jpg" />

A little after Afghanistan’s fall, Pakistan intelligence chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed visited Kabul. It is believed Hameed met with the top leadership of Taliban to discuss the formation of the new Taliban-controlled Afghan government.

Claiming to be working on bringing peace and stability in Afghanistan, he assured locals of two countries, "Don't worry, everything will be okay".

What lies ahead for US-Taliban relationship?

United States entered Afghanistan with the hope of getting justice for the thousands of people who lost their lives or their loved ones in the heinous 9/11 terror attack of 2001. Now, after putting resources, capital, troops and energy for several years, the American troops have been withdrawn from Afghanistan, which has led to rise of Taliban in the country.

<img alt="U.S. military days away from completing Afghan withdrawal - sources | Reuters" src="https://www.reuters.com/resizer/W7cynen-zVfhZ3w4PrAVq689OUA=/1920x1005/smart/filters:quality(80)/cloudfront-us-east-2.images.arcpublishing.com/reuters/WRZHMSX6T5LRBKPBHL6HHV3ZAA.jpg" />

While people all around the world, including Americans, blame the Biden administration for bringing this 'catastrophe' in Afghanistan, US Secretary of States Anthony Blinken has said that 'channels of communication' are open with the Taliban.

Binken has assured that all important matters and problems will be discussed with Taliban and the new Afghan government.

However, whether or not the US will put down its weapons and make a soft relationship with Taliban is yet to be seen.

<h2>'Humanitarian crisis'</h2>

While the developed and developing countries seem to be changing their stance on Taliban, the United Nations is still, reportedly, worried about saving locals who are being tortured by the militants in Afghanistan.

United Nations' Secretary General António Guterres has vowed that the global body will not abandon Afghans who are now finding it more difficult to see a bright future as the developed countries are waving the white flag with Taliban.

"The world is following events in Afghanistan with a heavy heart and deep disquiet about what lies ahead," he said, urging everyone in the world to 'stand as one' against Taliban.

Interestingly enough, the global body's Security Council subtly deviated from its old stance on Taliban.

A statement issued after the recent suicide bombing near Kabul airport, the UNSC did not name Taliban and instead said 'no Afghan group or individual' should support terrorists operating on the territory of any country.

Seasoned former Indian diplomat&nbsp;Syed Akbaruddin, who also had a stint at the UN headquarters, was quick to note the difference.&nbsp;"In diplomacy, a fortnight is a long time…The ‘T’ word is gone" from the statement, he tweeted.

&nbsp;

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/09/04/209762-women-stir-new.jpg" />

Now, even as Taliban claim to have changed and assure the world they will behave more as a governing body, rather than a terrorist organisation, the reports coming from the country hint otherwise. There have been reports from local sources of women being sent back home and young girls not being allowed to study in the same room as boys. Initial reports also suggested that Taliban have collected names of all single (above 16) girls and widows in the country, with the aim of making them 'wives of Taliban'.

In addition to this, minority groups, individuals who have in the past helped the US and other western countries, and media personnel are also in hiding as Taliban have been conducting door-to-door searches to find these people and kill them mercilessly.

Taliban have also announced that if any individual is caught stealing, their hands will be chopped off — a practice that completely bypasses the belief of giving people a chance at redemption.

What happens next in Afghanistan under the rule of Taliban is yet to be seen. However, one thing seems is getting clearer with every passing day - the locals of Afghanistan will have to fend for themselves as the 'superpowers' of the world are ready to wave a white flag and share a cup of tea with the terrorist organisation.

(Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

Whether one likes it or not, the Taliban have come a long way in just a few weeks. Formed in September 1994 in Afghanistan’s Kandahar, the militant group has managed to spread its roots by hook or by crook over the decades.

Whether one likes it or not, the Taliban have come a long way in just a few weeks. Formed in September 1994 in Afghanistan’s Kandahar, the militant group has managed to spread its roots by hook or by crook over the decades. With soft presence in several neighbouring countries, Taliban have ruined lives, economies and the moral compass of many areas. However, as the group took over Afghanistan, some international organisations and government leaders seem to be giving up in front of these militants. They are adjusting to the new normal: the Taliban regime is here to stay. The biggest change in opinion seen recently about the jihadist group has come from China. Xi Jinping's China, already under the scanner for lingering questions on the origins of the coronavirus pandemic in that country, is raising eyebrows again over its readiness to deepen “friendly and cooperative” relationship with the Taliban. "The Taliban have repeatedly expressed their hope to develop good relations with China, and that they look forward to China's participation in the reconstruction and development of Afghanistan," foreign ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said recently. "We welcome this. China respects the right of the Afghan people to independently determine their own destiny and is willing to continue to develop... friendly and cooperative relations with Afghanistan." Why the change of heart? China shares nearly 70 kilometres of land border with Afghanistan where the Wakhan Corridor plays a huge strategic role. The Asian nation has always been worried about Taliban establishing a strong foothold in Afghanistan, which could become an important base for Uyghur separatists in China. However, as soon as a top Taliban official promised Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that they would not let Afghanistan become a staging point and a base for 'militants', China seemed to have no problem with the terrorist organisation ruling and torturing people under the guise of 'religion' and 'law'. It is not just the melody of sweet words that seems to have changed China’s stance on Taliban. China, remember, is militarily one of the strongest countries of the world and has often been engaged with the US in a diplomatic war to get hold of the title of ‘superpower’. China, therefore, must have minutely calculated the pros and cons of its future ties with the Taliban. Being on the opposite side of Taliban could have given China's tortured minority groups a chance to start a movement against the Xi government with the help of Taliban. But now, with Taliban considering China as one of the most 'important partners', the terrorist organisation would not let the 'militants of Xinjiang' — read the Uyghur community — form an alliance against their 'important partner'. By befriending Taliban, China is also paving the way to extend its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) into Afghanistan and through the Central Asian republics. Whether or not BRI is a genuine effort of connecting China with Asia, Europe and Africa is debatable, and only time can prove the reasoning behind the huge lending game. While China has stopped short of openly labelling and recognising it as a government, Taliban has not shied away from appreciating China’s support and declaring its future partnership. "China is our most important partner and represents a fundamental and extraordinary opportunity for us because it is ready to invest and rebuild our country," Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said recently. "In addition, China is our pass to markets all over the world," he added, with the hope that the rich copper mines of the country can be modernised and exploited for a profit with the help of China. Taliban's growing allies? It is not just China, Vladimir Putin-led Russia and Imran Khan’s Pakistan have also maintained open, active, and might I say, friendly, interaction with the terror organisation. Russia Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is hopeful that Taliban will behave in a "civilised" manner in Afghanistan. Putin said he would like to see Taliban behave in such a way that the global community can maintain good diplomatic ties with Kabul. "Russia is not interested in the disintegration of Afghanistan. If this happens, then there will be no one to talk to,” Putin said. “The sooner the Taliban will enter the family of civilised people, so to speak, the easier it will be to contact, communicate, and somehow influence and ask questions," he added. Putin's trial of adding Taliban to the 'family of civilised people' was a shocker, considering the controversial past of the terrorist organisation and its history with former Soviet Union. While Putin extended an olive branch towards Taliban, predictably he did not do the same with the US as he accused America of causing this 'catastrophe' in Afghanistan. "The Americans, very pragmatic people, spent more than $1.5 trillion on this campaign over the years, and what is the result? Zero. If you look at the number of people who have been abandoned in Afghanistan, (who) have been working for the collective West, the US and their allies, then it’s a humanitarian catastrophe as well," Putin said. It seems that Putin has learnt his lesson from the 10-year-long USSR war in Afghanistan, which ended with the Soviet troops' withdrawal in 1989. While Russia has played all his diplomatic moves in Afghanistan, Taliban is still labelled as a 'terrorist organisation' in Moscow. Pakistan Imran Khan-led Pakistan shares a very different and bittersweet relationship with Afghanistan. The two countries share a land border of nearly 2,500 km and have similar traditions, cultural and religious values. In addition to this, the two countries also share trade ties, and an overpowering shadow of terrorism. A little after Afghanistan’s fall, Pakistan intelligence chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed visited Kabul. It is believed Hameed met with the top leadership of Taliban to discuss the formation of the new Taliban-controlled Afghan government. Claiming to be working on bringing peace and stability in Afghanistan, he assured locals of two countries, "Don't worry, everything will be okay". What lies ahead for US-Taliban relationship? United States entered Afghanistan with the hope of getting justice for the thousands of people who lost their lives or their loved ones in the heinous 9/11 terror attack of 2001. Now, after putting resources, capital, troops and energy for several years, the American troops have been withdrawn from Afghanistan, which has led to rise of Taliban in the country. While people all around the world, including Americans, blame the Biden administration for bringing this 'catastrophe' in Afghanistan, US Secretary of States Anthony Blinken has said that 'channels of communication' are open with the Taliban. Binken has assured that all important matters and problems will be discussed with Taliban and the new Afghan government. However, whether or not the US will put down its weapons and make a soft relationship with Taliban is yet to be seen. 'Humanitarian crisis' While the developed and developing countries seem to be changing their stance on Taliban, the United Nations is still, reportedly, worried about saving locals who are being tortured by the militants in Afghanistan. United Nations' Secretary General António Guterres has vowed that the global body will not abandon Afghans who are now finding it more difficult to see a bright future as the developed countries are waving the white flag with Taliban. "The world is following events in Afghanistan with a heavy heart and deep disquiet about what lies ahead," he said, urging everyone in the world to 'stand as one' against Taliban. Interestingly enough, the global body's Security Council subtly deviated from its old stance on Taliban. A statement issued after the recent suicide bombing near Kabul airport, the UNSC did not name Taliban and instead said 'no Afghan group or individual' should support terrorists operating on the territory of any country. Seasoned former Indian diplomat Syed Akbaruddin, who also had a stint at the UN headquarters, was quick to note the difference. "In diplomacy, a fortnight is a long time…The ‘T’ word is gone" from the statement, he tweeted. Now, even as Taliban claim to have changed and assure the world they will behave more as a governing body, rather than a terrorist organisation, the reports coming from the country hint otherwise. There have been reports from local sources of women being sent back home and young girls not being allowed to study in the same room as boys. Initial reports also suggested that Taliban have collected names of all single (above 16) girls and widows in the country, with the aim of making them 'wives of Taliban'. In addition to this, minority groups, individuals who have in the past helped the US and other western countries, and media personnel are also in hiding as Taliban have been conducting door-to-door searches to find these people and kill them mercilessly. Taliban have also announced that if any individual is caught stealing, their hands will be chopped off — a practice that completely bypasses the belief of giving people a chance at redemption. What happens next in Afghanistan under the rule of Taliban is yet to be seen. However, one thing seems is getting clearer with every passing day - the locals of Afghanistan will have to fend for themselves as the 'superpowers' of the world are ready to wave a white flag and share a cup of tea with the terrorist organisation. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

Everyone is coming around: From wars to support from developed countries, Taliban seem to be winning everything

A lot of Americans have criticised their President, Joe Biden, for withdrawing troops from Afghanistan and letting Taliban take control of the South Asian country. However, a restaurant owner has taken his disapproval to another level.<o:p></o:p>

A restaurant in Florida shot to fame as the owner declared that she will not be serving anyone who shares the same thought process as Biden on the issue of Afghanistan.<o:p></o:p>

DeBary Diner owner Angie Ugarte&nbsp;pasted a sign on the door of her restaurant that asks all pro-withdrawal customers to not come to the restaurant and eat at some other place.

<o:p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/genocide-in-making-afghan-ex-vp-calls-on-un-to-end-talibans-onslaught-into-panjshir-province-410875">'Genocide in making': Afghan ex-VP calls on UN to end 'Taliban’s onslaught'</a></o:p>

"If you voted for and continue to support and stand behind the worthless, inept and corrupt administration currently inhabiting the White House that is complicit in the death of our servicemen and women in Afghanistan, please take your business elsewhere," the sign read.<o:p></o:p>

What started as a means of expressing displeasure soon became a popular hub to eat and discuss politics. Ugarte claims she has been receiving "indescribable outpouring of love and support"&nbsp;since she expressed her views.<o:p></o:p>

The fandom grew so much and so quickly that the restaurant runs out of food, and the owner had to close down the eatery for a day to re-stock resources.

<o:p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/afghans-cautious-uneasy-under-taliban-rule-410859">WATCH |</a></o:p>

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"I've gotten so many people calling me from all over the world, from Europe, trying to purchase meals for veterans, which I still haven't been able to organize," Ugarte said. "I think that the veterans will be fed for the rest of the year at the rate I'm getting donations."<o:p></o:p>

However, there are always two sides to every coin, and thus with such love Ugarte has also received immense backlash and hate messages.<o:p></o:p>

A lot of Americans have criticised their President, Joe Biden, for withdrawing troops from Afghanistan and letting Taliban take control of the South Asian country.

A lot of Americans have criticised their President, Joe Biden, for withdrawing troops from Afghanistan and letting Taliban take control of the South Asian country. However, a restaurant owner has taken his disapproval to another level. A restaurant in Florida shot to fame as the owner declared that she will not be serving anyone who shares the same thought process as Biden on the issue of Afghanistan. DeBary Diner owner Angie Ugarte pasted a sign on the door of her restaurant that asks all pro-withdrawal customers to not come to the restaurant and eat at some other place. Also read | 'Genocide in making': Afghan ex-VP calls on UN to end 'Taliban’s onslaught' "If you voted for and continue to support and stand behind the worthless, inept and corrupt administration currently inhabiting the White House that is complicit in the death of our servicemen and women in Afghanistan, please take your business elsewhere," the sign read. What started as a means of expressing displeasure soon became a popular hub to eat and discuss politics. Ugarte claims she has been receiving "indescribable outpouring of love and support" since she expressed her views. The fandom grew so much and so quickly that the restaurant runs out of food, and the owner had to close down the eatery for a day to re-stock resources. WATCH | "I've gotten so many people calling me from all over the world, from Europe, trying to purchase meals for veterans, which I still haven't been able to organize," Ugarte said. "I think that the veterans will be fed for the rest of the year at the rate I'm getting donations." However, there are always two sides to every coin, and thus with such love Ugarte has also received immense backlash and hate messages.

'Justice for Afghan': Restaurant runs out of food after it denies service to Biden's supporters

Former vice president and the self-declared caretaker of Afghanistan, Amrullah Saleh, has called on the United Nations and the international community to “rapidly and generously” respond to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Panjshir Valley—the last province resisting&nbsp;the Taliban.

In a letter to the UN, Saleh, who is leading the resistance force against the militia group, said, “Around 2,50,000 people, including local women, children, elderly and 10,000 IDPs who arrived in Panjshir after the fall of Kabul and other large cities are stuck inside these Valleys and suffering from the consequences of this inhuman blocked. If no attention is paid to this situation, a full scale human rights and humanitarian catastrophe including starvation and mass killing, even genocide of these people are in the making.”

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Calling for help, Saleh said, “Two decades of conflicts, recurrent natural disasters, disease outbreaks and COVID-19 pandemic and recent takeover of most of the country by Taliban has plunged the country into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. We call on the United Nations and the international community to do its utmost to prevent Taliban’s onslaught into Panjshir province.”

Panjshir Valley, which is 150 kilometres north of Kabul near the Hindu Kush mountain range, is facing an intense battle between the Taliban and resistance forces. Both sides claimed to have the upper hand, but neither have conclusive evidence to prove it.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/at-least-600-taliban-fighters-killed-in-panjshir-clashes-against-resistance-forces-410830">At least 600 Taliban fighters killed in Panjshir clashes against resistance forces</a>

Taliban spokesman Bilal Karimi said Khinj and Unabah districts had been seized, giving the Taliban forces control of four of the province’s seven districts.

"The Mujahideen (Taliban fighters) are advancing toward the centre (of the province)," he said on Twitter.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/heavy-fighting-in-panjshir-valley-an-hour-from-kabul-410714">WATCH |</a>

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But the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan, led by Ahmad Massoud and Saleh, said it surrounded “thousands of terrorists” in Khawak pass and the Taliban had abandoned vehicles and equipment in the Dashte Rewak area.

Moreover, there are reports that at least 600 Taliban militants have been killed in clashes against the resistance forces.

(With inputs from agencies)

Former vice president and the self-declared caretaker of Afghanistan, Amrullah Saleh, has called on the United Nations and the international community to “rapidly and generously” respond to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Panjshir Valley—the last province resisting the Taliban.

Former vice president and the self-declared caretaker of Afghanistan, Amrullah Saleh, has called on the United Nations and the international community to “rapidly and generously” respond to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Panjshir Valley—the last province resisting the Taliban. In a letter to the UN, Saleh, who is leading the resistance force against the militia group, said, “Around 2,50,000 people, including local women, children, elderly and 10,000 IDPs who arrived in Panjshir after the fall of Kabul and other large cities are stuck inside these Valleys and suffering from the consequences of this inhuman blocked. If no attention is paid to this situation, a full scale human rights and humanitarian catastrophe including starvation and mass killing, even genocide of these people are in the making.” From the office of the acting President @AmrullahSaleh2 #Panjshir pic.twitter.com/y5ogsMS7Rt — BILAL SARWARY (@bsarwary) September 4, 2021 × Calling for help, Saleh said, “Two decades of conflicts, recurrent natural disasters, disease outbreaks and COVID-19 pandemic and recent takeover of most of the country by Taliban has plunged the country into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. We call on the United Nations and the international community to do its utmost to prevent Taliban’s onslaught into Panjshir province.” Panjshir Valley, which is 150 kilometres north of Kabul near the Hindu Kush mountain range, is facing an intense battle between the Taliban and resistance forces. Both sides claimed to have the upper hand, but neither have conclusive evidence to prove it. Also read | At least 600 Taliban fighters killed in Panjshir clashes against resistance forces Taliban spokesman Bilal Karimi said Khinj and Unabah districts had been seized, giving the Taliban forces control of four of the province’s seven districts. "The Mujahideen (Taliban fighters) are advancing toward the centre (of the province)," he said on Twitter. WATCH | But the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan, led by Ahmad Massoud and Saleh, said it surrounded “thousands of terrorists” in Khawak pass and the Taliban had abandoned vehicles and equipment in the Dashte Rewak area. Moreover, there are reports that at least 600 Taliban militants have been killed in clashes against the resistance forces. (With inputs from agencies)

'Genocide in making': Afghan ex-VP calls on UN to end 'Taliban’s onslaught into Panjshir province'

Former vice president and the self-declared caretaker of Afghanistan, Amrullah Saleh, has called on the United Nations and the international community to “rapidly and generously” respond to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Panjshir Valley—the last province resisting&nbsp;the Taliban.

In a letter to the UN, Saleh, who is leading the resistance force against the militia group, said, “Around 2,50,000 people, including local women, children, elderly and 10,000 IDPs who arrived in Panjshir after the fall of Kabul and other large cities are stuck inside these Valleys and suffering from the consequences of this inhuman blocked. If no attention is paid to this situation, a full scale human rights and humanitarian catastrophe including starvation and mass killing, even genocide of these people are in the making.”

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Calling for help, Saleh said, “Two decades of conflicts, recurrent natural disasters, disease outbreaks and COVID-19 pandemic and recent takeover of most of the country by Taliban has plunged the country into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. We call on the United Nations and the international community to do its utmost to prevent Taliban’s onslaught into Panjshir province.”

Panjshir Valley, which is 150 kilometres north of Kabul near the Hindu Kush mountain range, is facing an intense battle between the Taliban and resistance forces. Both sides claimed to have the upper hand, but neither have conclusive evidence to prove it.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/at-least-600-taliban-fighters-killed-in-panjshir-clashes-against-resistance-forces-410830">At least 600 Taliban fighters killed in Panjshir clashes against resistance forces</a>

Taliban spokesman Bilal Karimi said Khinj and Unabah districts had been seized, giving the Taliban forces control of four of the province’s seven districts.

"The Mujahideen (Taliban fighters) are advancing toward the centre (of the province)," he said on Twitter.

But the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan, led by Ahmad Massoud and Saleh, said it surrounded “thousands of terrorists” in Khawak pass and the Taliban had abandoned vehicles and equipment in the Dashte Rewak area.

Moreover, there are reports that at least 600 Taliban militants have been killed in clashes against the resistance forces.

(With inputs from agencies)

Former vice president and the self-declared caretaker of Afghanistan, Amrullah Saleh, has called on the United Nations and the international community to “rapidly and generously” respond to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Panjshir Valley—the last province resisting the Taliban. In a letter to the UN, Saleh, who is leading the resistance force against the militia group, said, “Around 2,50,000 people, including local women, children, elderly and 10,000 IDPs who arrived in Panjshir after the fall of Kabul and other large cities are stuck inside these Valleys and suffering from the consequences of this inhuman blocked. If no attention is paid to this situation, a full scale human rights and humanitarian catastrophe including starvation and mass killing, even genocide of these people are in the making.” From the office of the acting President @AmrullahSaleh2 #Panjshir pic.twitter.com/y5ogsMS7Rt — BILAL SARWARY (@bsarwary) September 4, 2021 × Calling for help, Saleh said, “Two decades of conflicts, recurrent natural disasters, disease outbreaks and COVID-19 pandemic and recent takeover of most of the country by Taliban has plunged the country into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. We call on the United Nations and the international community to do its utmost to prevent Taliban’s onslaught into Panjshir province.” Panjshir Valley, which is 150 kilometres north of Kabul near the Hindu Kush mountain range, is facing an intense battle between the Taliban and resistance forces. Both sides claimed to have the upper hand, but neither have conclusive evidence to prove it. Also read | At least 600 Taliban fighters killed in Panjshir clashes against resistance forces Taliban spokesman Bilal Karimi said Khinj and Unabah districts had been seized, giving the Taliban forces control of four of the province’s seven districts. "The Mujahideen (Taliban fighters) are advancing toward the centre (of the province)," he said on Twitter. But the National Resistance Front of Afghanistan, led by Ahmad Massoud and Saleh, said it surrounded “thousands of terrorists” in Khawak pass and the Taliban had abandoned vehicles and equipment in the Dashte Rewak area. Moreover, there are reports that at least 600 Taliban militants have been killed in clashes against the resistance forces. (With inputs from agencies)

"Genocide": Afghan ex-VP calls on UN to end “Taliban’s onslaught into Panjshir province”

Long queues were witnessed outside banks. The price of food and fuel has gone up by 50 percent and the residents are really cautious and uneasy.

Afghans cautious, uneasy under Taliban rule

Intermittent clashes have been reported between the Taliban and the NRF. Watch this report to know more.

Afghanistan: Armed Fighters battle Taliban in Panjshir valley

The Taliban declared on Friday that they had taken full control of Afghanistan "by the mercy of Allah almighty," destroying the Panjshir opposition.

"We have complete control of Afghanistan, thanks to Allah Almighty's blessing. The insurgents have been defeated, and Panjshir is now under our control," As per Reuters, one Taliban commander stated.&nbsp;

Resistance leaders, on the other hand, maintained that the conflict was still going on.&nbsp;

Former Vice President Amrullah Saleh, one of the opposition's top leaders, told Tolo News that allegations that he had fled the country were false.&nbsp;

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امرالله صالح، یکی از فرماندهان جبهه مقاومت، به طلوع‌نیوز می‌گوید که وی در پنجشیر است و هم اکنون نبردهای شدید میان جبهه مقاومت و گروه طالبان جریان دارد. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%B7%D9%84%D9%88%D8%B9%E2%80%8C%D9%86%DB%8C%D9%88%D8%B2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#طلوع‌نیوز</a> <a href="https://t.co/HGnRLFqtog">pic.twitter.com/HGnRLFqtog</a>
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On Thursday night, the fighting became more intense, prompting former President Hamid Karzai to call on both sides to stop fighting, saying that additional killing is not good for Afghanistan or the Afghan people.&nbsp;

According to a Twitter account that appears to belong to Panjshir leader Ahmad Massoud, the report of the Panjshir takeover circulating in Pakistani media is a fake. 
 
Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-co-founder-mullah-abdul-ghani-baradar-to-lead-new-afghan-government-sources-410403">Taliban co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar to lead new Afghan government: Sources</a>

"Inshallah, conquering Panjshir will be my final day in Panjshir," he wrote.

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News of Panjshir conquests is circulating on Pakistani media. This is a lie. Conquering Panjshir will be my last day in Panjshir, inshallah.
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According to reports, the Taliban teamed up with al-Qaida to invade Afghanistan's formerly impenetrable province. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/hunted-by-the-men-they-jailed-afghanistans-women-judges-seek-escape-410505">Also read | Hunted by the men they jailed, Afghanistan's women judges seek escape</a>

Al Arabiya TV stated that "Al-Qaida militant elements are helping the Taliban in invading Panjshir."&nbsp;

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The Taliban declared on Friday that they had taken full control of Afghanistan "by the mercy of Allah almighty," destroying the Panjshir opposition. "We have complete control of Afghanistan, thanks to Allah Almighty's blessing.

The Taliban declared on Friday that they had taken full control of Afghanistan "by the mercy of Allah almighty," destroying the Panjshir opposition. "We have complete control of Afghanistan, thanks to Allah Almighty's blessing. The insurgents have been defeated, and Panjshir is now under our control," As per Reuters, one Taliban commander stated. Resistance leaders, on the other hand, maintained that the conflict was still going on. Former Vice President Amrullah Saleh, one of the opposition's top leaders, told Tolo News that allegations that he had fled the country were false. امرالله صالح، یکی از فرماندهان جبهه مقاومت، به طلوع‌نیوز می‌گوید که وی در پنجشیر است و هم اکنون نبردهای شدید میان جبهه مقاومت و گروه طالبان جریان دارد. #طلوع‌نیوز pic.twitter.com/HGnRLFqtog — TOLOnews (@TOLOnews) September 3, 2021 × On Thursday night, the fighting became more intense, prompting former President Hamid Karzai to call on both sides to stop fighting, saying that additional killing is not good for Afghanistan or the Afghan people. According to a Twitter account that appears to belong to Panjshir leader Ahmad Massoud, the report of the Panjshir takeover circulating in Pakistani media is a fake. Also Read | Taliban co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar to lead new Afghan government: Sources "Inshallah, conquering Panjshir will be my final day in Panjshir," he wrote. News of Panjshir conquests is circulating on Pakistani media. This is a lie. Conquering Panjshir will be my last day in Panjshir, inshallah. — Ahmad Massoud (@Mohsood123) September 3, 2021 × According to reports, the Taliban teamed up with al-Qaida to invade Afghanistan's formerly impenetrable province. Also read | Hunted by the men they jailed, Afghanistan's women judges seek escape Al Arabiya TV stated that "Al-Qaida militant elements are helping the Taliban in invading Panjshir." (With inputs from agencies)

Panjshir: Taliban declare victory over last holdout, resistance leaders deny

In a rare instruction, Taliban leaders have ordered their militants not to open fire in form of celebratory gunfire, as it has led to death of several locals.

Taliban militants have been happily engaging in celebratory gunfire in Kabul to mark their victory over the US troops.

The order has come after two people were killed and at least 12 people were injured due to a similar celebratory airfiring. When militants heard rumours about Taliban’s victory over the anti-Taliban resistance, some members open fired in the air to celebrate the news. However, it resulted in people getting injured and killed.

However,m later the leader of the anti-Taliban resistance denied the reports and stated that his fighters are still fighting the Taliban militants.

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid took to Twitter to urge his militants to stop the violent celebrations right away. Addressing to his militants as 'Notable Mujahideen in Kabul and across the country', he said, "Avoid shooting in the air and thank God instead.&nbsp;Weapons and ammunition are in your hands, no one has the right to waste them.&nbsp;Cold bullets are more likely to harm civilians; So don't shoot unnecessarily," the tweet read.

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Mujahid told his fellow terrorists that such casual airfiring also results in wastage of ammunition, which the Taliban does not encourage.

Taliban took over Afghanistan on August 15 as the former President Ashraf Ghani fled the country, leaving locals on their own. Since then, Taliban have taken over the whole country, with the Panjshir Valley being an exception, and are also in the final stages of announcing their new government.

In a rare instruction, Taliban leaders have ordered their militants not to open fire in form of celebratory gunfire, as it has led to death of several locals. Taliban militants have been happily engaging in celebratory gunfire in Kabul to mark their victory over the US troops.

In a rare instruction, Taliban leaders have ordered their militants not to open fire in form of celebratory gunfire, as it has led to death of several locals. Taliban militants have been happily engaging in celebratory gunfire in Kabul to mark their victory over the US troops. The order has come after two people were killed and at least 12 people were injured due to a similar celebratory airfiring. When militants heard rumours about Taliban’s victory over the anti-Taliban resistance, some members open fired in the air to celebrate the news. However, it resulted in people getting injured and killed. However,m later the leader of the anti-Taliban resistance denied the reports and stated that his fighters are still fighting the Taliban militants. Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid took to Twitter to urge his militants to stop the violent celebrations right away. Addressing to his militants as 'Notable Mujahideen in Kabul and across the country', he said, "Avoid shooting in the air and thank God instead. Weapons and ammunition are in your hands, no one has the right to waste them. Cold bullets are more likely to harm civilians; So don't shoot unnecessarily," the tweet read. کابل ښار او ټول هیواد کې د مجاهدینو د پام وړ: له هوایي ډزو څخه جدا ډډه وکړئ او پر ځای یې د الله تعالی شکر اداء کړئ. ستاسي په لاس کې وسله او مرمۍ بیت المال دي، هیڅوک یې د ضائع کیدو حق نلري. سړې مرمۍ عامو خلکو ته د زیان اړولولو قوي احتمال لري؛ نو بناء بې ځایه ډزې مه کوئ. — Zabihullah (..ذبـــــیح الله م ) (@Zabehulah_M33) September 3, 2021 × Mujahid told his fellow terrorists that such casual airfiring also results in wastage of ammunition, which the Taliban does not encourage. Taliban took over Afghanistan on August 15 as the former President Ashraf Ghani fled the country, leaving locals on their own. Since then, Taliban have taken over the whole country, with the Panjshir Valley being an exception, and are also in the final stages of announcing their new government.

'Don't waste bullets', Taliban instruct militants to stop shooting in air after 2 Afghans die

An ongoing protest led by a group of women activists against the Taliban demanding political and working rights turned violent on Saturday after the militia group reportedly lobbed tear gas on them when they were on their way to the Presidential Palace in Kabul.

Footage showing a brief confrontation between a Taliban guard and some of the women, went viral on social media where he could be purportedly saying to the protesting women to "Go away!" before chanting resumed.

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Look to the footage: 
 
What is happening with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/women?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#women</a> marches in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kabul?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kabul</a>. 
 
It seems civilian and political protest are not allow any more. 
 
Taliban trying to stop women march which happening second day in row. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Afghanistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Afghanistan</a> <a href="https://t.co/vqa8QONLOj">pic.twitter.com/vqa8QONLOj</a>
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Taliban violently dispersed protest held by Afghan women today in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kabul?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kabul</a> 
 
Women demanding their rights to work and education 
 
This woman was one of those who suffered injuries 
 
Taliban has banned many women from working outside their homes, girls from attending school/university. <a href="https://t.co/KU37Cguhi1">pic.twitter.com/KU37Cguhi1</a>
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A women was also injured during the agitation. In a video shared by a news reporter based in Afghanistan, the woman, identified as Rabia Sadat, was seen with a bleeding forehead.

According to the eyewitnesses, the Taliban opened gunshots to disperse the women and asked the journalists to leave the scene, reported The Khaama Press News Agency .

Saturday's protest was the fourth all-women protest held in Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover. Earlier protests were held in western Herat province and in the Afghan capital respectively. There have been widespread concerns among women about Taliban suppressing their political, working and education rights.

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Last month, Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid said women should not go to work for their own safety.

Mujahid said the guidance to stay at home would be temporary, and would allow the group to find ways to ensure that women are not "treated in a disrespectful way" or "God forbid, hurt." He admitted the measure was necessary because the Taliban's soldiers "keep changing and are not trained."

In early July, Taliban militants walked into the offices of Azizi Bank in the southern city of Kandahar and ordered nine women working there to leave, Reuters reported. The female bank tellers were told that male relatives would take their place.

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An ongoing protest led by a group of women activists against the Taliban demanding political and working rights turned violent on Saturday after the militia group reportedly lobbed tear gas on them when they were on their way to the Presidential Palace in Kabul.

An ongoing protest led by a group of women activists against the Taliban demanding political and working rights turned violent on Saturday after the militia group reportedly lobbed tear gas on them when they were on their way to the Presidential Palace in Kabul. Footage showing a brief confrontation between a Taliban guard and some of the women, went viral on social media where he could be purportedly saying to the protesting women to "Go away!" before chanting resumed. Look to the footage: What is happening with #women marches in #Kabul. It seems civilian and political protest are not allow any more. Taliban trying to stop women march which happening second day in row. #Afghanistan pic.twitter.com/vqa8QONLOj — Zaki Daryabi (@ZDaryabi) September 4, 2021 × Taliban violently dispersed protest held by Afghan women today in #Kabul Women demanding their rights to work and education This woman was one of those who suffered injuries Taliban has banned many women from working outside their homes, girls from attending school/university. pic.twitter.com/KU37Cguhi1 — Frud Bezhan فرود بيژن (@FrudBezhan) September 4, 2021 × A women was also injured during the agitation. In a video shared by a news reporter based in Afghanistan, the woman, identified as Rabia Sadat, was seen with a bleeding forehead. According to the eyewitnesses, the Taliban opened gunshots to disperse the women and asked the journalists to leave the scene, reported The Khaama Press News Agency . Saturday's protest was the fourth all-women protest held in Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover. Earlier protests were held in western Herat province and in the Afghan capital respectively. There have been widespread concerns among women about Taliban suppressing their political, working and education rights. Also read | Women protest in Afghanistan's Herat over right to education, work Last month, Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid said women should not go to work for their own safety. Mujahid said the guidance to stay at home would be temporary, and would allow the group to find ways to ensure that women are not "treated in a disrespectful way" or "God forbid, hurt." He admitted the measure was necessary because the Taliban's soldiers "keep changing and are not trained." In early July, Taliban militants walked into the offices of Azizi Bank in the southern city of Kandahar and ordered nine women working there to leave, Reuters reported. The female bank tellers were told that male relatives would take their place. (With inputs from agencies)

Kabul women's protest demanding equal rights turn violent, Taliban resort to tear gas

There is a major humanitarian crisis spiraling out of control in Afghanistan. More than half the population lives in poverty. The country witnessed its second major drought in two years and people rely heavily on aid services for even the most basic commodities.

Afghanistan: Economic and humanitarian crisis in Taliban led country

It is still not certain what the Taliban 2.0 will mean for the people but the afghans are wary of their future. A war-ravaged country crippling economy food shortage and no sight of any certainty.

Afghanistan: Kabul streets turn chaotic as armed Taliban leaders attacked

The world has its eyes set on Afghanistan. The Taliban is going to announce their new government soon. The new regime has been projecting a more moderate self-image. Schools are reopening across Afghanistan under the Taliban.

Schools reopen across Afghanistan under Taliban

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday that the&nbsp;country and the international community expects the Taliban to form an inclusive government with representations from different communities and interests.

At a news conference,&nbsp;Blinken said,&nbsp;"As we've said and as countries around the world have said, there is an expectation that any government that emerges now will have some real inclusivity, and that it will have non-Talibs in it, who are representative of different communities and different interests in Afghanistan."

Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: Western nations plan to dump Afghan refugees in Asia&nbsp;

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After the takeover of Afghanistan&nbsp;on August 15, the Taliban is expected to announce the formation of the new government.

The secretary of state said, "We will see what, in fact, emerges, but I have to tell you that as important as what the government looks like is, more important still is what any government does. And that's what we're really looking at. We're looking at what actions, what policies any new Afghan government pursues. That's what matters the most."

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The expectation is to see inclusivity in government, but ultimately the expectation is to see a government that makes good on commitments that the Taliban have made, particularly in freedom of travel, not allowing Afghanistan to be used as a launching ground for terrorism directed at the US or any of the allies and partners, upholding the basic rights of the Afghan people, including women and minorities, and not engaging in reprisals, the official added.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday that the country and the international community expects the Taliban to form an inclusive government with representations from different communities and interests.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday that the country and the international community expects the Taliban to form an inclusive government with representations from different communities and interests. At a news conference, Blinken said, "As we've said and as countries around the world have said, there is an expectation that any government that emerges now will have some real inclusivity, and that it will have non-Talibs in it, who are representative of different communities and different interests in Afghanistan." Watch | Gravitas: Western nations plan to dump Afghan refugees in Asia × After the takeover of Afghanistan on August 15, the Taliban is expected to announce the formation of the new government. The secretary of state said, "We will see what, in fact, emerges, but I have to tell you that as important as what the government looks like is, more important still is what any government does. And that's what we're really looking at. We're looking at what actions, what policies any new Afghan government pursues. That's what matters the most." Also Read | 9/11 attacks: US president moves to declassify documents as 20th anniversary approaches The expectation is to see inclusivity in government, but ultimately the expectation is to see a government that makes good on commitments that the Taliban have made, particularly in freedom of travel, not allowing Afghanistan to be used as a launching ground for terrorism directed at the US or any of the allies and partners, upholding the basic rights of the Afghan people, including women and minorities, and not engaging in reprisals, the official added. (With inputs from agencies)

Expect Taliban to form inclusive government in Afghanistan, says Blinken  

Three weeks after the Taliban took over Kabul, the capital's biggest currency exchange market, the Sarai-e-Shadzada market is operational once again. The market opened on Saturday morning with hundreds and thousands of afghans lining up in Kabul's busy old neighborhood trying to withdraw and exchange money as their life took an uncertain turn.

Major money exchange market opens in Afghanistan

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United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres will travel to Geneva to convene a high-level conference on aid for Afghanistan on September 13, his spokesman said Friday.

The country, now under the control of the Taliban after 20 years of war, is facing a "looming humanitarian catastrophe," Stephane Dujarric warned.

"The conference will advocate for a swift scale-up in funding so the lifesaving humanitarian operation can continue; and appeal for full and unimpeded humanitarian access to make sure Afghans continue to get the essential services they need," &nbsp;he said in a statement.

He said development gains must also be protected in the country and that the rights of women were an "essential" part of Afghanistan's future stability.

Even before the Taliban victory, Afghanistan was heavily aid-dependent -- with 40 percent of the country's GDP drawn from foreign funding.

The UN has warned 18 million people are facing a humanitarian disaster, and another 18 million could quickly join them.

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"One in three Afghans do not know where their next meal will come from. Nearly half of all children under the age of five are predicted to be acutely malnourished in the next 12 months," Dujarric said.&nbsp;

Residents in Kabul have voiced worry over the country's long-running economic difficulties, now seriously compounded by the hardline movement's takeover.

The United States ended its war in Afghanistan on August 30, two weeks after the Afghan government fell and the Taliban took control of Kabul.

Those days were marked by a frenzied evacuation of Americans, other foreigners and Afghans fleeing the new Taliban regime.&nbsp;

Since the US departure, the Taliban have been working with Qatar to get the airport in Kabul, a lifeline for aid, operational again.&nbsp;

On Thursday, the United Nations said it had resumed humanitarian flights to parts of the country, linking the Pakistani capital Islamabad with Mazar-i-Sharif in northern Afghanistan and Kandahar in the south.

The country's flag carrier Ariana Afghan Airlines resumed domestic flights on Friday, while the United Arab Emirates sent a plane carrying "urgent medical and food aid."

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres will travel to Geneva to convene a high-level conference on aid for Afghanistan on September 13, his spokesman said Friday.

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres will travel to Geneva to convene a high-level conference on aid for Afghanistan on September 13, his spokesman said Friday. The country, now under the control of the Taliban after 20 years of war, is facing a "looming humanitarian catastrophe," Stephane Dujarric warned. "The conference will advocate for a swift scale-up in funding so the lifesaving humanitarian operation can continue; and appeal for full and unimpeded humanitarian access to make sure Afghans continue to get the essential services they need," he said in a statement. He said development gains must also be protected in the country and that the rights of women were an "essential" part of Afghanistan's future stability. Even before the Taliban victory, Afghanistan was heavily aid-dependent -- with 40 percent of the country's GDP drawn from foreign funding. The UN has warned 18 million people are facing a humanitarian disaster, and another 18 million could quickly join them. Also read | Exclusive: Blame for Afghanistan 'lies on President Biden', says 9/11-era NYPD commissioner "One in three Afghans do not know where their next meal will come from. Nearly half of all children under the age of five are predicted to be acutely malnourished in the next 12 months," Dujarric said. Residents in Kabul have voiced worry over the country's long-running economic difficulties, now seriously compounded by the hardline movement's takeover. The United States ended its war in Afghanistan on August 30, two weeks after the Afghan government fell and the Taliban took control of Kabul. Those days were marked by a frenzied evacuation of Americans, other foreigners and Afghans fleeing the new Taliban regime. Since the US departure, the Taliban have been working with Qatar to get the airport in Kabul, a lifeline for aid, operational again. On Thursday, the United Nations said it had resumed humanitarian flights to parts of the country, linking the Pakistani capital Islamabad with Mazar-i-Sharif in northern Afghanistan and Kandahar in the south. The country's flag carrier Ariana Afghan Airlines resumed domestic flights on Friday, while the United Arab Emirates sent a plane carrying "urgent medical and food aid."

UN chief to host Afghanistan aid meeting in Geneva on Sept 13: Spokesman

Heavy fighting continues in Panjshir as the Taliban attempt to gain control of the last hold-out province defying their rule. The fighting comes amid claims of the Taliban that the Panjshir valley is now in their control.

Heavy fighting in Panjshir valley- An hour from Kabul

With the Taliban struggling to form a new government, Pakistan intelligence chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed visited Kabul on Saturday,&nbsp;leading a delegation of Pakistan officials.

Although it is not clear as to what was the purpose of his visit,&nbsp;a senior official in Pakistan had said earlier in the week that Hameed could help the Taliban reorganise the Afghan military.

Pakistan journalist Hamza Azhar Salam said Hameed was invited by the Taliban to discuss the future of the two countries.

“DG ISI, Lt Gen Faiz Hameed has arrived in #Kabul leading a delegation of Pakistani officials on the invitation of the Taliban to discuss the future of #Pakistan and #Afghanistan ties under the new Taliban government,” he tweeted.

The Taliban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid on Saturday said they had to postpone&nbsp;the formation of a new government in Afghanistan for next week, as the insurgent group struggles to give shape to a broad-based and inclusive administration acceptable to the international community.

This is the second time that the Taliban have delayed the formation of the new government in Kabul since their toppling of the US-backed Afghanistan government. The insurgent group was expected to announce the formation of the new government led by its co-founder Mulla Abdul Ghani Baradar on Friday, but later postponed it by a day to Saturday.

Notably, the Taliban leadership had its headquarters in Pakistan and were often said to be in direct contact with the&nbsp;Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agency.

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Although Pakistan routinely denied giving the Taliban military aid, the accusation was often made by several countries, including the Afghan government and Washington.

Earlier, Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla on Friday said Pakistan has “supported and nurtured” the Taliban that replaced the elected government.

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On September 2, Pakistan's interior minister Sheikh Rashid during his interaction with a local news channel admitted that the country has been a “custodian” of Taliban leaders.

Rashid also said that Pakistan has “taken care of Taliban for a long time”.&nbsp;

“These top Taliban leaders were born in Pakistan and they got education in Pakistan.&nbsp;We have taken care of them for a long time. We have done&nbsp;everything for them,”&nbsp;Sheikh Rashid said.

(With inputs from agencies)

With the Taliban struggling to form a new government, Pakistan intelligence chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed visited Kabul on Saturday, leading a delegation of Pakistan officials.

With the Taliban struggling to form a new government, Pakistan intelligence chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed visited Kabul on Saturday, leading a delegation of Pakistan officials. Although it is not clear as to what was the purpose of his visit, a senior official in Pakistan had said earlier in the week that Hameed could help the Taliban reorganise the Afghan military. Pakistan journalist Hamza Azhar Salam said Hameed was invited by the Taliban to discuss the future of the two countries. “DG ISI, Lt Gen Faiz Hameed has arrived in #Kabul leading a delegation of Pakistani officials on the invitation of the Taliban to discuss the future of #Pakistan and #Afghanistan ties under the new Taliban government,” he tweeted. The Taliban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid on Saturday said they had to postpone the formation of a new government in Afghanistan for next week, as the insurgent group struggles to give shape to a broad-based and inclusive administration acceptable to the international community. This is the second time that the Taliban have delayed the formation of the new government in Kabul since their toppling of the US-backed Afghanistan government. The insurgent group was expected to announce the formation of the new government led by its co-founder Mulla Abdul Ghani Baradar on Friday, but later postponed it by a day to Saturday. Notably, the Taliban leadership had its headquarters in Pakistan and were often said to be in direct contact with the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) agency. “Whatever meetings I will be having, my Ambassador @ambmansoorkhan will be the one arranging them. We are working for peace and stability in Afghanistan”, says DG ISI Lt Gen Faiz Hameed during an off the cuff interaction with the media upon arrival in Kabul. #Afghanistan pic.twitter.com/VgUTf9azr4 — Anas Mallick (@AnasMallick) September 4, 2021 × Watch: Taliban leaders 'born and trained' in Pakistan, says Imran Khan's Minister Sheikh Rashid Although Pakistan routinely denied giving the Taliban military aid, the accusation was often made by several countries, including the Afghan government and Washington. Earlier, Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla on Friday said Pakistan has “supported and nurtured” the Taliban that replaced the elected government. Also read | China, Pakistan to set up a media house to counter western narratives: Report On September 2, Pakistan's interior minister Sheikh Rashid during his interaction with a local news channel admitted that the country has been a “custodian” of Taliban leaders. Rashid also said that Pakistan has “taken care of Taliban for a long time”. “These top Taliban leaders were born in Pakistan and they got education in Pakistan. We have taken care of them for a long time. We have done everything for them,” Sheikh Rashid said. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan ISI chief visits Kabul as Taliban struggle to form new government

In Kabul, a delegation of senior Pakistani military officials has arrived. The delegation is headed by Pakistan's Intelligence Chief General Faiz Hameed.

News Alert: Pakistan ISI Chief Faiz Hameed in Kabul

US diplomatic and defense Chiefs will travel next week to Qatar and other allies on the Afghanistan crisis. The visit holds significance on the sidelines of Doha, presenting itself as a regional mediator.

Secretary of State: US will learn from Afghanistan withdrawal

Western Nations might have left Afghanistan in a hastel-hasty manner but they remain on the edge and have maintained a close watch on the crisis.

Western Nations maintains close watch on Afghanistan crisis

The situation for displaced Afghans is woeful. Neighboring countries and others have started bracing for a massive migrant crisis. The United Nations refugee agency has now warned that half a million afghans could flee the country by the end of this year.

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Taliban and Afghan flags side by side as fans enjoy a game of cricket at Kabul International Stadium

Qatar`s ambassador to Afghanistan said a technical team was able to reopen Kabul airport to receive aid and that it would be prepared for civilian flights soon, Al Jazeera reported on Saturday.

The runway at Kabul airport has been repaired in cooperation with authorities in Afghanistan, the ambassador said, according to Al Jazeera. The Qatari news channel also said two domestic flights were operated from Kabul to the cities of Mazar-i-Sharif and Kandahar.

Qatar`s ambassador to Afghanistan said a technical team was able to reopen Kabul airport to receive aid and that it would be prepared for civilian flights soon, Al Jazeera reported on Saturday.

Qatar`s ambassador to Afghanistan said a technical team was able to reopen Kabul airport to receive aid and that it would be prepared for civilian flights soon, Al Jazeera reported on Saturday. The runway at Kabul airport has been repaired in cooperation with authorities in Afghanistan, the ambassador said, according to Al Jazeera. The Qatari news channel also said two domestic flights were operated from Kabul to the cities of Mazar-i-Sharif and Kandahar.

Kabul airport reopens to receive aid, civilian flights to operate soon: Qatari ambassador

Tajikistan has awarded posthumously two former Afghan political figures, Ahmad Shah Massoud and Burhanuddin Rabbani, with the country's highest honor, the Order of Ismoili Somoni.

Tajikistan honours Lion of Panjshir Ahmad Shah Massoud after two decades

Cricket Australia say they are still hoping a planned Test match against Afghanistan will go ahead, despite the Taliban takeover of the country and acute uncertainty over their rule.&nbsp;

The governing body said preparations for the one-off match in Hobart beginning November 27 were proceeding as planned.

"Cricket Australia's planning for the historic first Test match between Australia and Afghanistan in Hobart is well underway," CA said on its website late Tuesday.

"There is goodwill between CA and the Afghanistan Cricket Board to make the match happen."

The match was originally slated for late last year but was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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CA was responding to reported comments from the Taliban saying the Afghanistan team's schedule would not be interrupted.

"In the future, we want good relations with all countries," the deputy head of the Taliban's cultural commission Ahmadullah Wasiq told Australia's SBS television.

"When good relations are established, Afghan players can go (to Australia) and they can come here."

The rescheduled match in the Tasmanian state capital will take place just after the ICC T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates, in which both Australia and Afghanistan are set to play.

The Australians will use the Test as a warm-up for their home Ashes series against England beginning in December.

During their first stint in power, the Taliban banned most forms of entertainment -- including many sports -- and stadiums doubled as public execution venues.&nbsp;

The hardline Islamists do not mind cricket, however, and the game is popular among many fighters. They have also promised to enforce a less strict version of Islamic law this time.

Nevertheless, Afghan pace bowler Naveen-ul-Haq told BBC radio in an interview after the Taliban took power that many of his teammates were fearful.

"The Taliban have said (they) won't be troubling any sportsmen, but nobody knows," said Haq, speaking from the West Indies, where he plays in the Caribbean Premier League.

Cricket Australia say they are still hoping a planned Test match against Afghanistan will go ahead, despite the Taliban takeover of the country and acute uncertainty over their rule.

Cricket Australia say they are still hoping a planned Test match against Afghanistan will go ahead, despite the Taliban takeover of the country and acute uncertainty over their rule. The governing body said preparations for the one-off match in Hobart beginning November 27 were proceeding as planned. "Cricket Australia's planning for the historic first Test match between Australia and Afghanistan in Hobart is well underway," CA said on its website late Tuesday. "There is goodwill between CA and the Afghanistan Cricket Board to make the match happen." The match was originally slated for late last year but was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic. ALSO READ | Shots fired once again! Sanjay Manjrekar feels Team India overestimating Ravindra Jadeja's batting abilities overseas CA was responding to reported comments from the Taliban saying the Afghanistan team's schedule would not be interrupted. "In the future, we want good relations with all countries," the deputy head of the Taliban's cultural commission Ahmadullah Wasiq told Australia's SBS television. "When good relations are established, Afghan players can go (to Australia) and they can come here." The rescheduled match in the Tasmanian state capital will take place just after the ICC T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates, in which both Australia and Afghanistan are set to play. The Australians will use the Test as a warm-up for their home Ashes series against England beginning in December. During their first stint in power, the Taliban banned most forms of entertainment -- including many sports -- and stadiums doubled as public execution venues. The hardline Islamists do not mind cricket, however, and the game is popular among many fighters. They have also promised to enforce a less strict version of Islamic law this time. Nevertheless, Afghan pace bowler Naveen-ul-Haq told BBC radio in an interview after the Taliban took power that many of his teammates were fearful. "The Taliban have said (they) won't be troubling any sportsmen, but nobody knows," said Haq, speaking from the West Indies, where he plays in the Caribbean Premier League.

Cricket Australia still aiming to host Afghanistan Test

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Rounds of celebratory fires were heard all around the capital city Kabul as the Taliban erupted in joy when the last contingent of US troops left Afghanistan. However, the Taliban now feel betrayed.

A few days after the US troops completed withdrawal process from Afghanistan, the Taliban have said they “feel betrayed” because the American army disabled majority of the helicopters and planes before leaving Afghanistan.

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Taliban expected the US Army to leave the helicopters and planes in one piece, but were highly disappointed when they entered the hangar and realised the military had disabled parts of the highly-equipped planes and choppers.<o:p></o:p>

"We believe it is a national asset and we are the government now and this could have come to great use for us,"&nbsp;sources from Taliban were quoted by Al Jazeera.

<o:p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-shows-off-its-might-by-carrying-out-parade-with-us-armys-weapons-410042">Taliban shows off its might by carrying out parade with US army's weapons</a></o:p>

When the US troops left Afghanistan on August 31, Taliban militants were seen entering the terminals at the Kabul airport to celebrate their takeover. However, when they entered the terminal, they found several piles of clothes, burnt documents and luggage scattered in the area. Taliban also spotted several CH-46 helicopters and, more than 70 aircrafts and nearly 30 humvees, but not all of them were in one piece.<o:p></o:p>

The US Army claims it disabled 27 Humvees and 73 aircraft before the last US soldier boarded the last evacuation flight from Afghanistan on August 31. Now, the Taliban have nearly 48 aircraft left, but it is still not clear that how many of these are operational.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/taliban-takeover-rejuvenates-fear-of-terrorism-in-bangladesh-410363">WATCH |</a>

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Taliban's technical teams are repairing and cleaning the airport to make it operational again, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid reported.<o:p></o:p>

Meanwhile, Taliban is busy showcasing the American weapons, clothes and Humvees etc that they have managed to seize from the US Army.<o:p></o:p>

Rounds of celebratory fires were heard all around the capital city Kabul as the Taliban erupted in joy when the last contingent of US troops left Afghanistan. However, the Taliban now feel betrayed.

Rounds of celebratory fires were heard all around the capital city Kabul as the Taliban erupted in joy when the last contingent of US troops left Afghanistan. However, the Taliban now feel betrayed. A few days after the US troops completed withdrawal process from Afghanistan, the Taliban have said they “feel betrayed” because the American army disabled majority of the helicopters and planes before leaving Afghanistan. Also read | Taliban may announce new government after Friday afternoon prayers: Reports Taliban expected the US Army to leave the helicopters and planes in one piece, but were highly disappointed when they entered the hangar and realised the military had disabled parts of the highly-equipped planes and choppers. "We believe it is a national asset and we are the government now and this could have come to great use for us," sources from Taliban were quoted by Al Jazeera. Also read | Taliban shows off its might by carrying out parade with US army's weapons When the US troops left Afghanistan on August 31, Taliban militants were seen entering the terminals at the Kabul airport to celebrate their takeover. However, when they entered the terminal, they found several piles of clothes, burnt documents and luggage scattered in the area. Taliban also spotted several CH-46 helicopters and, more than 70 aircrafts and nearly 30 humvees, but not all of them were in one piece. The US Army claims it disabled 27 Humvees and 73 aircraft before the last US soldier boarded the last evacuation flight from Afghanistan on August 31. Now, the Taliban have nearly 48 aircraft left, but it is still not clear that how many of these are operational. WATCH | Taliban's technical teams are repairing and cleaning the airport to make it operational again, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid reported. Meanwhile, Taliban is busy showcasing the American weapons, clothes and Humvees etc that they have managed to seize from the US Army.

Taliban feel ‘betrayed’ as US army disabled helicopters and planes before leaving Afghanistan

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