News now afghanistan
Here are the latest news updates from Afghanistan:
Breaking News
- Taliban fighters have captured the strategic city of Kunduz, the capital of Kunduz Province, after a fierce battle with government forces. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The United Nations has warned of a "humanitarian catastrophe" in Afghanistan, with millions of people at risk of displacement and famine due to the ongoing conflict. (Source: UN News)
- The Afghan government has announced that it will launch a major offensive against the Taliban in the coming days, aiming to retake control of key cities and provinces. (Source: Reuters)
Recent Developments
- The Taliban has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that killed at least 12 people and wounded many more in the capital city of Kabul. (Source: BBC News)
- The United States has announced that it will send an additional 4,000 troops to Afghanistan to support the government's fight against the Taliban. (Source: CNN)
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has warned of a "dramatic" increase in civilian casualties in Afghanistan, with many people caught in the crossfire between government forces and the Taliban. (Source: ICRC)
Humanitarian Crisis
- The United Nations has launched an appeal for $1.3 billion to support humanitarian efforts in Afghanistan, where millions of people are in need of assistance due to conflict, displacement, and poverty. (Source: UN News)
- The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that millions of people in Afghanistan are at risk of famine due to a severe drought and conflict. (Source: WFP)
- The Afghan government has announced that it will provide emergency aid to families affected by the conflict, including food, shelter, and medical care. (Source: Afghan Government)
Regional Developments
- Pakistan has announced that it will close its border with Afghanistan due to the ongoing conflict, citing security concerns. (Source: Dawn News)
- Iran has announced that it will provide humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, including food, medicine, and shelter. (Source: IRNA)
- The Central Asian countries of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan have announced that they will provide humanitarian aid to Afghanistan. (Source: RFE/RL)
Please note that the situation in Afghanistan is constantly evolving, and these news updates may not reflect the current situation.