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Taliban omits Ministry for Women, UN body says it’s a violation of international treaty
"I am disappointed by the apparent decision to no longer include a Ministry for Women among the institutions of government. Such ministries are found around the world and reflect governments' commitment to ensure respect for women's human rights. To no longer have such a ministry in Afghanistan is a further step backwards," Pramila Patten, the acting head of UN Women, said in a statement.
Indian-origin Uber driver reported killed by 15-year-old in New York
Singh, 21, was shot in his car on Saturday and died of his injuries on Wednesday, WABC TV reported. He had been injured in a shootout between a passenger in his car and the teenager who was also injured in the exchange of fire and remained hospitalised, the station said. The New York Post reported that police believe the driver was hit by a shot fired by the teen, whose identity has not been revealed as he is a minor.
Panjshir resistance to declare parallel govt in Afghanistan
The front termed the Taliban's caretaker government as illegitimate and a vivid enmity with the people of Afghanistan, Khaama News reported. The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan announced a 33-member caretaker government on Tuesday, which will be led by Mullah Muhammad Hassan Akhund.
Pak ISI mocks at UN - installs Haqqani network terrorists in key positions in Afghanistan
There are at least six ministers in the newly formed Taliban government who are directly associated with the most dreaded UN designated terror organisation in Afghanistan. As an interior minister of the country, Sirajuddin Haqqani, the head of the HQN, will be running Afghanistan's intelligence agency.
India and Russia could be thinking big after Doval-Patrushev talks on Afghanistan
There is significant context to what is likely to be a pathbreaking conversation between Doval and Patrushev, the head of the Russian security council. The reassertion of the Taliban, evidently backed by the Pakistani ISI in Afghanistan, has endangered the security of the two countries. Both New Delhi and Moscow view the change of guard in Kabul a worrisome historic event that they must address jointly.
Former Afghan Prez says open to UN audit of his finances
"My wife and I have been scrupulous in our personal finances. I have publicly declared all of my assets. My wife's family inheritance has also been disclosed and remains listed in her home country of Lebanon. I welcome an official audit or financial investigation under UN auspices or any other appropriate independent body to prove the veracity of my statements here," Ghani said, as reported by Al Arabiya.
China, Pak change military commanders overlooking Indian borders
Top sources said that threats along the borders with China and Pakistan have also increased manifold as foreign terrorists would make attempts to enter into India to unleash unrest. Interestingly, China has thrice changed its military commander for the Western Theatre Command, which is responsible for borders with India, in the last nine months.
Pakistan eyes better diplomatic opening with Mullah Akhund as Afghanistan PM
Mullah Akhund comes from the Zarai district of Kandahar. He is the co-founder of the Taliban movement and happens to be one of the closest associates of Mullah Omar. In fact, they were friends from their teen days. The 71-year-old did his early education in various seminaries of Afghanistan. However, he was unable to complete his education due to the war against the Soviets.
Newly-formed Afghan setup throws up more questions than answers
The list of ministers also include veteran Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani, who has been given the important Interior Ministry. Sirajuddin Haqqani is on the FBI's most wanted list with a bounty of $5 million on his head. Haqqani headed the widely feared Haqqani network of the Taliban and has been accused of many deadly attacks and kidnappings in the past.
Afghanistan: Impact of Taliban regime on India
These internal differences notwithstanding, the Taliban are reaching out to regional/global powers underlining their desire to build "good relations" with the neighbouring countries, especially China which has "always contributed" to the Afghan economy, as well as with Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Iran, India and Uzbekistan.
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