Afghanistan news

Here are some recent news articles and updates about Afghanistan:

Conflict and Violence

• Taliban attacks on Afghan cities continue, with recent incidents in Kabul, Kandahar, and Helmand provinces. (Source: Al Jazeera)
• The US and Taliban have agreed to a temporary ceasefire, but fighting has continued in some areas. (Source: The New York Times)
• The Afghan government has accused the Taliban of killing 17 civilians in a bombing in the eastern province of Nangarhar. (Source: Reuters)

Peace Talks

• The US and Taliban have made progress in peace talks, with the two sides agreeing on a framework for a withdrawal of US troops. (Source: The Washington Post)
• The Afghan government has been excluded from direct talks with the Taliban, but has been involved in indirect talks through a Qatar-based envoy. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Taliban has refused to negotiate with the Afghan government, calling it a "puppet" of the US. (Source: BBC News)

Humanitarian Crisis

• The humanitarian situation in Afghanistan is deteriorating, with millions of people in need of aid. (Source: UN News)
• The World Food Programme has warned of a "looming food crisis" in Afghanistan, with 14 million people at risk of hunger. (Source: WFP)
• The Afghan government has appealed for international aid to help respond to the crisis. (Source: ReliefWeb)

Economy and Development

• The Afghan economy is struggling, with a decline in GDP and a rise in poverty. (Source: The Economist)
• The World Bank has approved a $100 million loan to support Afghanistan's economy. (Source: World Bank)
• The Afghan government has launched a plan to stimulate economic growth, including investments in infrastructure and agriculture. (Source: Afghanistan Ministry of Finance)

Other News

• The Afghan government has launched a campaign to promote women's rights and empowerment. (Source: UN Women)
• The Taliban has banned women from working in government offices in areas under its control. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Afghan government has announced plans to hold parliamentary elections in October. (Source: Tolo News)