Afghanistan crisis

Afghanistan crisis: Facing strong criticism, US President Joe Biden to speak on evacuations

US President Joe Biden to speak on efforts to evacuate Americans and U.S.-aligned Afghan citizens.

Aug 20, 2021, 23:43 PM IST

Afghan Taliban not stopping people leaving Kabul, says official

Afghan Taliban is not stopping people from leaving the country, they are only pushing those who are without any legal papers.

Aug 20, 2021, 23:32 PM IST

Taliban appeal for international recognition, say China has 'big role' to play

The Taliban, which shared close ties with Pakistan, have been warming up to Beijing ahead of its recent offensive resulting in seizing power in Kabul.

Aug 20, 2021, 23:08 PM IST

Taliban massacred nine members of Hazare community, reveals new report

Terrified that the new de facto rulers would commit such abuses, thousands have raced to Kabul's airport desperate to flee following the Taliban's stunning blitz through the country.

Aug 20, 2021, 21:10 PM IST

Taliban may not announce new govt until August 31 due to 'deal' with US

The official, who is not authorised to give information to the media and thus spoke anonymously, says Taliban lead negotiator Anas Haqqani has told his ex-government interlocuters that the insurgent movement has a deal with the US 'to do nothing' until after the final withdrawal date passes.

Aug 20, 2021, 20:15 PM IST

Afghan mothers throw babies over barb wire at Kabul Airport, soldiers watch in horror

A video in which desperate Afghan people have gathered near the Kabul Airport and are seen throwing a little baby towards the gate.

Aug 20, 2021, 20:07 PM IST

Kabir Khan recalls spine-chilling interview with Taliban member, says 'he looked straight into the camera and said..'

Amid the Afghanistan crisis, filmmaker Kabir Khan recalled a conversation he had with a Taliban member in 2001 as part of an interview.

Aug 20, 2021, 19:01 PM IST

Afghanistan crisis: Ex-UK marine evacuates wife on empty plane as thousands struggle to escape Taliban

A former Royal Marine commando, Paul 'Pen' Farthing explained to Sky News his journey to Kabul airport so that he could help his wife Kaisa evacuate the war-torn country.

Aug 20, 2021, 18:12 PM IST

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Badhir News: Special show for hearing impaired, Aug 20, 2021

'Badhir News' is a special section of Zee News for deaf people which is specially designed for keeping deaf people in mind only. This brings you the latest news updates every afternoon.

Aug 20, 2021, 18:06 PM IST

Kabir Khan reveals Kabul Express actor reached out for help from Afghanistan, reveals 'he's underground now'

Director Kabir Khan revealed that an actor from Kabul Express reached out to him for help from Afghanistan recently.

Aug 20, 2021, 17:23 PM IST

Afghans at risk 'have no clear way out': UN refugee agency

Over 18,000 people have been flown out of Kabul since the Taliban took over Afghanistan`s capital, a NATO official said on Friday.

Aug 20, 2021, 17:05 PM IST

True face of Taliban: Badghis police chief Haji Mullah Achakzai executed, disturbing video out

A horrifying video of Taliban terror has come to the fore, in which the police chief of Badghis province in Afghanistan was blindfolded with his hands tied, and then brutally murdered.

Aug 20, 2021, 16:13 PM IST

Afghanistan crisis: ‘Almost impossible’ to evacuate as many Afghans as Canada wants, says PM Justin Trudeau

"To get many people out, as many as we want, is going to be almost impossible in the coming weeks," Trudeau told reporters, “the situation on the ground is extremely complex, extremely difficult.”

Aug 20, 2021, 11:42 AM IST

UNESCO calls for conservation of cultural heritage in Afghanistan

The United Nations' cultural agency has called for protection of the rich and diverse heritage of Afghanistan.

Aug 20, 2021, 09:58 AM IST

I am not from Pakistan, my roots are in Afghanistan, reveals ex Bigg Boss contestant Arshi Khan on trolls targetting her

Arshi Khan cleared the air about her roots and how she is bullied online.

Aug 20, 2021, 08:37 AM IST

Afghanistan Crisis: UNESCO declares right to education will be assured for all Afghans

UNESCO has provided technical assistance to strengthen education in Afghanistan since 1948, according to a statement.

Aug 20, 2021, 07:09 AM IST

Over 5,200 US troops in Kabul, 7,000 people evacuated from Afghanistan since August 14: Pentagon

"The US military footprint and Kabul now has more than 5,200 total troops on the ground. Kabul airport remains secure and open for flight operations. There are now multiple gates that have access for entry into the airfield," said Major General Hank Taylor.

Aug 20, 2021, 06:42 AM IST