The world is speaking out for the Afghanistan people especially women and children who are stuck in the war-torn country as the Taliban managed to seize power in the country after the USA withdrew their troops.

Prince Harry & Meghan Markle donate to Afghan organisation amid country crisis

The Taliban have said that hundreds of their fighters are heading for the Panjshir Valley, the centre of the resistance in war-ravaged Afghanistan. The National Resistance Front's Ahmad Massoud has said he wanted to hold negotiations with the hardline Islamist group but that his forces were ready to fight.

Massoud: Only way forward is through negotiation

The Islamic World remains divided in its views on Afghan crisis and Taliban. A few countries like Pakistan and Turkey have welcomed Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan. Others have warned against the threat of terrorism.

Pakistan and Turkey welcome Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan

Former Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani's brother Hashmat Ghani has dismissed reports of his joining the Taliban saying he has "accepted their rule" but "accepted not to join them".

Watch | Plan was to assassinate Ashraf Ghani, says former Afghan Prez's brother Hashmat Ghani

In an exclusive conversation with WION, Afghanistan's former President Ashraf Ghani's brother Hashmat Ghani has refused the reports about him pledging allegiance to the Taliban.

WION Exclusive: 'I accept Taliban's rule, but not joining them', says Hashmat Ghani

After two decades out of power, the Taliban are swiftly moving to stamp their authority on Afghanistan using every tool at their disposal -- including flags. Since rolling into Kabul a week ago, the white banner of the Islamist militants has become a common sight across the country, replacing the national tricolour flag above government buildings, police stations and military facilities.

Taliban flags proliferate as Afghan tricolour becomes resistance symbol

It's been a week since the Taliban captured Kabul and Afghanistan's economy stares at a bleak future. With no women or children seen outside, most of the markets and streets in Kabul wear a deserted look. WION's correspondent Anas Mallick brings you the ground report

WION Ground Report: Markets and streets in Kabul wear a deserted look

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

Britain plans to push world leaders to consider new sanctions on the Taliban when the G7 group of advanced economies meet on Tuesday to discuss the crisis in Afghanistan, sources told Reuters.

Britain to push for sanctions on Taliban at G7 meeting: Sources

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

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

President Joe Biden once again defended the decision of US troops withdrawal from Afghanistan. He said that changes had been made in Kabul to ease the ability of Americans and Afghan allies to flee the country amid emerging threats, and admitted there are discussions about extending the August 31 deadline for US troops to leave Afghanistan.

Biden says US troops widened 'safe zone' in Kabul airport

Two persons out of the 146 passengers who landed in Delhi from Afghanistan on Monday were found positive for COVID-19. Speaking to ANI, Rajendra Kumar, Sub Divisional Magistrate said, "Two people coming from Afghanistan have been found COVID positive.

Two passengers from Afghanistan test COVID-19 positive in New Delhi 

Reports announced that the Taliban won't make announcements on any new government until the last US troops left Afghanistan. However, the Taliban held the first jirga after capturing Kabul. Nearly 800 Muslim scholars attended the event.

Taliban holds first loya jirga after capturing Kabul

Britain is expected to push for sanctions on the Taliban in the G7 group of advanced economies meet on Tuesday to discuss the crisis in Afghanistan.

WION Live Broadcast: G7 Meet: Britain to push for sanctions on Taliban

Amidst the calls for extension of US troops withdrawal deadline, the Taliban have issued a stark warning against the move. The Taliban spokesperson said if the US or the UK were to seek additional time to continue evacuations, the answer is no or there would be consequences.

Taliban warn of 'consequences' if US troops withdrawal deadline of August 31 is not met 

World Health Organisation (WHO) said on Monday that more than 500 tonnes of medical supplies are stuck because of Kabul airport restrictions. It includes surgical equipment and kits to alleviate severe malnutrition.

Tonnes of medical supplies stuck due to Kabul airport restrictions: WHO

Singapore on Monday offered America one of its tanker aircraft to airlift stranded civilians from war-torn Afghanistan, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said as he held talks with US Vice President Kamala Harris during which the two countries signed a number of key agreements to enhance cooperation, including in defence and cybersecurity.

Singapore offers tanker aircraft to US for Afghan evacuation as VP Harris holds talks with PM Lee

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.

Women's rights become biggest casualties of Taliban rule

In its statement the Taliban has said that hundreds of its fighters are heading to the Panjshir valley, one of those parts in Afghanistan where the group has not seized control.

Taliban's fighters head to Panjshir valley after capturing major provincial cities of Afghanistan

Although Taliban have given assurances that their regime would be different than the one in the 90s, apprehensions remain in Afghan society as to whether words will translate into positive action.

Afghanistan: Founder of only all-girls school burns records for students' safety

The Taliban appear to have released a photo mocking the Americans, copying one of the most recognisable photos of World War II. This photo shows US Marines raising the flag on the island of Iwo Jima while donning US-made tactical gear.

Taliban 'mock US' with propaganda photo copying Iwo Jima flag raising

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