Afghanistan news today on terorism
Here are some recent news articles and updates on terrorism in Afghanistan:
Recent Attacks:
- On February 29, a suicide bombing in Kabul, the capital city of Afghanistan, killed at least 12 people and injured many more. The attack targeted a convoy of vehicles carrying employees of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). (Source: Al Jazeera)
- On February 26, a Taliban suicide bomber attacked a military base in the eastern province of Nangarhar, killing at least 10 soldiers and injuring many more. (Source: Reuters)
- On February 24, a car bomb exploded in the city of Lashkar Gah, the capital of Helmand province, killing at least 5 people and injuring many more. (Source: BBC News)
Taliban Violence:
- The Taliban has stepped up its attacks on Afghan security forces and civilians in recent weeks, with the group claiming responsibility for many of the recent bombings and attacks. (Source: The New York Times)
- The Taliban has also been accused of using civilians as human shields in its attacks, which has led to increased concerns about the safety of civilians in Afghanistan. (Source: CNN)
US-Afghanistan Relations:
- The United States and Afghanistan have been engaged in talks aimed at negotiating a peace deal with the Taliban, but the talks have been stalled in recent weeks. (Source: The Washington Post)
- The US has also been considering a reduction in its military presence in Afghanistan, with some reports suggesting that the US could withdraw as many as 5,000 troops from the country. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
Other Developments:
- The Islamic State (ISIS) has been gaining strength in Afghanistan in recent years, and has been responsible for many of the recent attacks in the country. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Afghan government has been struggling to maintain control over the country, with many areas falling under the control of the Taliban or other militant groups. (Source: The Economist)
Recent Statements:
- The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has condemned the recent attacks in Afghanistan, calling for an end to the violence and for all parties to work towards a peaceful resolution. (Source: UN News)
- The US Department of State has also condemned the recent attacks, calling on the Taliban to cease its violence and engage in meaningful negotiations with the Afghan government. (Source: US Department of State)
I hope this information is helpful.