ToloNewsPakistani Airstrike Hits Drug Treatment Center in Kabul, Afghan Officials Report Over 400 Killed
A Pakistani airstrike targeted a drug treatment center in Kabul on March 16, killing over 400 and wounding more than 250 according to Afghan officials, while Pakistan denied hitting civilians. UN agencies confirmed casualties and called for investigations and de-escalation amid escalating tensions.
ReliableIslamic Emirate Reports 400 Killed in Pakistani Airstrike on Kabul Drug Rehabilitation Hospital
Islamic Emirate officials reported at least 400 killed and 250 wounded in a Pakistani airstrike on a 2,000-bed drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul. The attack prompted widespread national and international condemnations calling for de-escalation and respect for civilian protections.
ReliableUN Special Rapporteur Urges Taliban, Pakistan to Reduce Tensions After Kabul Airstrikes
UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett called on the Taliban and Pakistan to de-escalate tensions after Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul caused civilian casualties, as claimed by the Taliban with around 400 killed and 250 injured. He urged respect for international law and protection of civilian infrastructure.
ReliableAirstrike Hits Kabul Drug Rehabilitation Hospital, Killing at Least 400, Afghan Officials Say
A Pakistani airstrike hit a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, killing at least 400 and wounding 250, mostly addicts, according to Afghan officials, who condemned it as a crime amid Pakistan's denial of targeting the site. The attack came during the 20th day of border clashes, drawing condemnations from India, the UN and Afghan figures.
ReliableFuel Prices Decrease Slightly in Afghanistan Amid Global Increases Due to Middle East Conflicts
Fuel prices in Afghanistan have dipped slightly for diesel, petrol, and LPG after an initial increase, bucking a global rise driven by Middle East conflicts. Economic experts and officials attribute the decrease to low import taxes and Central Asian sourcing, while drivers seek more reductions.
ReliableIran's IRGC Warns of Imminent Attacks on US-Linked Industries in Region
Iran's IRGC warned of imminent attacks on US-linked industries in the region, urging evacuation of US-affiliated facilities and nearby residents. The statement coincides with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's vow to continue fighting until US President Donald Trump recognizes the war against Iran as a mistake.
ReliableOver 100,000 Afghans Return from Iran Since Start of Current Year, UNHCR Says
UNHCR reports over 100,000 Afghans have returned from Iran since the start of the year, with 40,000 fleeing recent conflicts, as returnees seek aid from the Islamic Emirate and organizations. The Islamic Emirate's leader has called on citizens to help the returnees.
ReliableRising Residential Rents and Housing Shortage Raise Concerns Among Kabul Residents
Kabul residents are complaining about doubling residential rents and housing shortages, blaming a lack of affordable options amid migrant returns. The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's Ministry of Justice reports closing 55 illegal real estate offices in recent months.
ReliableAfghan Youth Boxer Mojtaba Heydari Continues Intensive Training After Missing Thailand Qualifier
Seventeen-year-old Afghan national youth boxer Mojtaba Heydari is continuing self-funded intensive training for future international events after missing a Thailand qualifier due to lack of funding from the Afghanistan Sports Administration. The athlete, who has won two international medals and over 10 domestic ones, aims to secure world medals.
ReliableHibatullah Akhundzada Issues Eid al-Fitr Message Emphasizing Unity and Non-Interference in Afghan Affairs
Hibatullah Akhundzada, leader of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, released an Eid al-Fitr message emphasizing unity, obedience, improved security, non-interference in Afghan affairs, and condemnation of global injustices against Muslims. Critical outlets noted its silence on Pakistan border clashes and women's rights amid ongoing conflicts.
ReliablePakistani Shelling in Afghanistan's Khost Province Causes Civilian Casualties, Taliban Officials Say
Pakistani artillery and mortar shells hit civilian areas in Afghanistan's Khost province overnight, killing at least one and wounding several including women and children, Taliban officials said, though reports differed on locations and numbers. A separate civilian death was reported in Nuristan province.
ReliableUN Security Council Updates Sanctions List to 22 Taliban Officials
The UN Security Council Sanctions Committee updated its list of sanctioned Taliban officials to 22, adding one diplomat while removing at least 39 others, including prominent figures. Islamic Emirate spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid denounced the sanctions as ineffective and a rights violation, demanding their removal.
ReliableAfghan Refugee Dies in US Immigration Custody Day After Detention Outside Dallas Home
An Afghan refugee and former US special forces collaborator died in ICE custody in Dallas less than 24 hours after his arrest on March 13, 2026. CAIR Texas and AfghanEvac called for a transparent investigation, while ICE cited his criminal history and ongoing probes.
ReliableIslamic Emirate deputy spokesman reports 4 civilians killed in Pakistani attacks on Afghan border provinces
Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy spokesman for the Islamic Emirate, said Pakistani mortar and artillery attacks on border provinces killed four civilians and wounded nine others over the past 24 hours. The Pakistan Democratic Movement voiced concern over civilian casualties from the strikes and urged an end to clashes.
ReliableIndia Condemns Pakistan's Airstrikes on Afghanistan Amid Taliban Claims of Killing Pakistani Soldiers
India condemned Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghanistan that killed civilians, while the Taliban claimed its forces killed 14 Pakistani soldiers and wounded 11 in border clashes in Kunar and Nangarhar. Pakistan dismissed Taliban casualty figures and condemned their drone attacks.
ReliableUNGA President Baerbock States Human Rights and Women's Rights Inseparable, References Afghan Women
UNGA President Annalena Baerbock affirmed that human rights and women's rights are inseparable while addressing Afghan women's issues at a UN event, stressing that focus on Afghanistan does not overlook suffering elsewhere like Gaza. Afghan activists urged the Islamic Emirate to lift restrictions on women's work and education, citing societal benefits.
ReliableChina urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to hold talks amid border tensions
Chinese officials, including Foreign Minister Wang Yi and special envoy Yue Xiaoyong, urged Pakistan and Afghanistan to resolve border clashes through dialogue in recent meetings and calls with top officials from both sides. The efforts come amid escalating military exchanges, including Pakistani airstrikes and Taliban retaliation, with reports of civilian casualties.
ReliableAfghan Defense Ministry Claims Drone Strikes on Pakistani Military Center Near Islamabad
Afghanistan's Ministry of National Defense claimed drone strikes on a Pakistani military center named Hamza near Islamabad, causing heavy casualties, while Pakistani officials confirmed drones from Afghanistan and airspace closure.
ReliableUN Security Council to vote on draft resolution extending UNAMA mission
The UN Security Council is scheduled to vote on March 16 on a draft resolution for a three-month extension of the UNAMA mission until June 17, 2026, amid negotiations complicated by the US push for a review of the costly mandate.
ReliableUNAMA Acting Head: Political Engagement Continues Through Doha Process
Jorjit Ganiyon, acting UNAMA head, affirmed that political engagement with Afghanistan persists via the Doha process, the sole multilateral forum for addressing concerns of Afghans, the international community, and the Islamic Emirate. She criticized Islamic Emirate restrictions on women, highlighted UN aid efforts despite bans, and warned of regional crises exacerbating economic pressures and Afghanistan-Pakistan clashes disrupting humanitarian work.
ReliablePakistani Airstrikes Kill at Least Four Civilians in Kabul, Afghan Officials Say
Pakistani airstrikes on Afghan provinces including Kabul killed at least four civilians and wounded others, according to Taliban officials and UNAMA, prompting condemnations from former President Karzai and vows of response from the Islamic Emirate. Afghan forces reportedly struck back at Pakistani military targets in Kohat.
ReliableCentral Asian Countries, Including Turkmenistan, Increase Ties with Afghanistan
Central Asian countries including Turkmenistan have increased economic ties with Afghanistan, with bilateral trade surpassing $900 million in 2025. Officials recently discussed progress on the TAPI gas pipeline project and called for enhanced cooperation.
ReliableSession on Sidelines of UN Women's Commission Addresses Access to Justice for Afghan Women and Girls
A side session at the UN Women's Status Commission saw representatives from Finland, Australia, Ireland, Spain and Greece voice concerns over restrictions on Afghan women by the Islamic Emirate and call for coordinated international pressure to lift them. Officials stressed women's participation as key to Afghanistan's stability, while quoting condemnations of policies violating human rights commitments.
ReliableOver 15,000 Foreign Citizens Receive Work Permits in Afghanistan in Past Four Years
Afghanistan's Ministry of Labor reports over 15,000 foreign workers, mainly from China, Turkey and Iran, have received one-year work permits in the past four years. Factory workers and managers in Kabul highlight the value of foreign expertise in technical roles and skill transfer.
ReliableTaliban say four family members killed in Pakistani shelling in Khost
Pakistani shelling in Khost province killed four civilians from one family and wounded three others, according to Taliban deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat. Similar attacks targeted Kunar province, causing property damage but no casualties.
ReliableUN Security Council Approves Resolution Condemning Iran's Attacks on Gulf Countries
The UN Security Council passed a Bahrain-backed resolution condemning Iran's missile and drone attacks on Gulf states and any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, while rejecting a Russian call to halt Middle East hostilities.
ReliableMinistries of Public Health and Labor and Social Affairs Meet on Health Services for Vulnerable Groups
Afghanistan's Minister of Public Health Molavi Noor Jalal Jalali met with the Deputy Minister of Social Affairs Molavi Obaidullah Aminzadeh to discuss health services for orphans, unaccompanied children, women, and other vulnerable individuals. They agreed to form a joint committee for a memorandum of understanding on standard health services in orphanages and support centers.
ReliableTrump criticizes US withdrawal from Afghanistan under Biden as 'most shameful day in history'
US President Donald Trump renewed criticism of the Biden administration's Afghanistan withdrawal, calling it the 'most shameful day in US history' and citing the deaths of 13 soldiers at Kabul airport.
ReliableUS Places Afghanistan on List of Countries Supporting Illegal Detentions Due to Taliban Policy
The US has designated Afghanistan as a country supporting illegal detentions over the Taliban's holding of American citizens, prompting a Taliban statement regretting the move and calling for dialogue. Three US citizens remain detained amid demands for a prisoner swap including an Al-Qaeda suspect.
ReliableUzbek President Approves Preferential Trade Agreement with Afghanistan's Islamic Emirate
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree approving a preferential trade agreement with Afghanistan's Islamic Emirate, featuring tariff waivers on 14 goods and simplified procedures for agricultural exports. Officials anticipate boosted trade, economic growth and expanded Central Asian ties.