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Afghanistan seals $10 bln deal for 10,000 MW of electricity

by Priya Shah – Business Editor
written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Afghanistan Secures $10 Billion Deal for 10,000 Megawatts of Electricity Generation

KABUL – Afghanistan’s Taliban administration has finalized a landmark $10 billion agreement to significantly boost the nation’s electricity capacity, aiming for the generation, transmission, and distribution of 10,000 megawatts. This enterprising project, formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Water and Energy and Azizi Energy Private Company, signals a major step towards energy independence for the country.

The agreement, announced via a statement from the Deputy Prime minister for Economic Affairs Office on X, projects that Afghanistan will achieve complete self-sufficiency in electricity production within seven to ten years. Furthermore, the nation anticipates becoming an exporter of electricity to neighboring countries. This progress is also expected to create millions of new job opportunities for Afghans, contributing to economic recovery.

This $10 billion deal represents one of the most considerable economic agreements as the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan in August 2021. Mirwais Azizi, CEO of Azizi Energy, confirmed that the company plans to harness a diverse range of energy sources, including gas, coal, water, wind, and solar power, across various regions of Afghanistan. The initial phase of the project involves the completion of project designs within the

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Russian Tour Companies Introduce Trips to Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan for $3K

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor
written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

Russian tour companies have started advertising travel packages to Afghanistan, offering weeklong trips to the country for around $3,000 as Moscow deepens its ties with the Taliban-led government in Kabul.

The offers, which have appeared on Russian online platforms in recent days, promise Russian citizens organized tours to Afghanistan, with the first group of travelers expected to depart as early as mid-July, according to the Telegram news channel Shot.

The packages, which cost 235,000 rubles ($3,000), have appeared amid Russia’s warming relationship with the Taliban, which has governed Afghanistan since the U.S. withdrawal in 2021.

Russia last week became the first country to officially recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, which is governed by the Taliban.

Since the recognition, Russia has announced plans to cooperate with the Taliban in a range of sectors including energy, agriculture, transport and infrastructure.

Officials have also discussed expanding trade and investment opportunities despite ongoing international sanctions on the Taliban leadership.

The head of Russia’s civil aviation agency recently said that direct commercial flights between Afghanistan and Russia may soon be established, a move that would further normalize relations between the two governments.

The Taliban has enforced an austere interpretation of Islamic law since regaining power, sharply restricting women’s rights, imposing public executions and corporal punishment and closing most schools for girls.

The United Nations and human rights groups have condemned the regime’s practices as systemic violations of international human rights norms.

Moscow has pledged ongoing support for Kabul, including joint efforts to bolster regional security and combat terrorism and drug trafficking.

Western governments continue to advise against all travel to Afghanistan, citing persistent threats from militant groups, a lack of basic infrastructure and the absence of consular support.

Russian authorities have not commented publicly on the safety of the tours or whether the government will provide oversight or assistance for citizens traveling to the country.

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Afghanistan Retaliates Against Pakistan After Deadly Airstrikes

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Afghanistan Retaliates ‌After Pakistan Airstrikes Kill Dozens

Tensions between ⁤Afghanistan and Pakistan escalated ⁣sharply‌ over the weekend after Afghanistan’s Defense Ministry confirmed retaliatory strikes ‍against Pakistan.‍ ‌The⁤ move ‍comes in response to Pakistani airstrikes last Tuesday⁣ that targeted a‌ training facility in Afghanistan’s eastern Paktika province,resulting in⁤ the deaths of numerous civilians,mostly women and children.

The Afghan ministry, ⁤in a statement posted on​ X (formerly Twitter), stated that its forces targeted locations within Pakistan that⁢ it claimed were used as “centers and hideouts​ for malicious elements and their supporters who organized ⁣and ​coordinated attacks in Afghanistan.” While the ministry’s ‌spokesperson, enayatullah Khwarzami, offered no details on the nature or outcome ‌of the retaliatory strikes, a⁢ pro-taliban news outlet, citing unnamed sources within the ​ministry, reported⁤ the death of 19 Pakistani troops and three ​Afghan civilians.Pakistan’s foreign Ministry has yet to officially comment.

The news⁢ of ‍the retaliatory strikes ‍sparked celebrations in Khost province, Afghanistan, ⁣which borders the targeted Paktika province. Rasheedullah‌ Hamdard,‌ an organizer ⁢of a pro-military‍ demonstration, described the scene: ⁣“All of them were chanting angry slogans against this action by Pakistan, ‌such as ‘death to⁤ Pakistan.’ ⁤All Afghans are brothers,so it is indeed necessary⁣ that the nation ‍and government show⁤ their pride ⁣in their blood.” ‍Thousands participated in ​the demonstration, expressing support for the Afghan military’s actions.

This latest escalation highlights the ongoing friction between the two nations. Pakistani ​officials ⁣have repeatedly accused the Taliban government of ​failing to curb cross-border militant activity, a claim ​the Taliban vehemently ⁢denies,​ asserting that it prevents attacks originating from its territory.

The situation remains volatile,​ with ⁢the potential for‍ further escalation posing a⁤ important⁤ concern for regional ‌stability. The incident underscores the complex challenges facing the⁢ international community in navigating the ​ongoing instability in the region and the⁢ need ‌for ‌diplomatic solutions to prevent further violence ⁢and​ loss of life.

This​ incident raises ‍concerns about ⁣the potential for further escalation and the need ⁣for de-escalation efforts to prevent further loss⁢ of life and regional instability. ⁤ The ⁣international community is​ closely⁤ monitoring the situation.


Tensions on the Rise: ‍An Interview on the Afghanistan-pakistan ​Situation









World Today News Senior Editor: Welcome⁤ back⁤ to the World Today News ‌Podcast. We’re joined today by Dr. Amina Khan, a senior researcher at the



Afghan Institute for ‌Strategic Studies in Kabul. ​Dr. Khan, ​thank you for taking the time to​ speak with us.











Dr. Amina​ Khan: ⁤ Thank you for having me.











Senior Editor: Today we’ll ⁢be⁣ discussing the escalating tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan following the ‍recent airstrikes. The Afghan Defense Ministry confirmed they launched ‍retaliatory strikes against Pakistan after the deaths of numerous civilians in a Pakistani airstrike last ⁢week. Dr.Khan, can⁤ you shed ⁣some light on the complexities of this situation?











Dr. Khan: Certainly.



The situation is incredibly delicate. Both⁢ countries have ⁢long accused ​each other



of harboring militant groups that carry out cross-border attacks.



Pakistan has repeatedly accused the Taliban government⁣ in ⁣Afghanistan



of allowing safe haven for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan,⁢ or the TTP, a group



engaged in a violent insurgency⁣ against the Pakistani state.



The Taliban, on the other hand, ‍deny ‍thes accusations,



asserting they have taken‍ measures to prevent⁣ attacks from Afghan ⁢soil.











Senior Editor:



We saw reports and demonstrations‌ of⁣ support​ for ‍the Afghan military action within Afghanistan. Do you see popular support for ⁢retaliation in Afghanistan?











Dr. Khan:



Yes, there’s strong ⁤anger within certain segments of



the Afghan population towards Pakistan over ‍these⁣ airstrikes.



The civilian casualties,especially ‌among women and children,



are ⁤undeniable and have‌ inflamed public ⁢sentiment.



These‌ events ‌have ⁤definitely tapped into a‍ deep-seated mistrust



and past animosity between the two countries.



However, it’s important to remember that‍ the situation isn’t



monolithic. There are also voices within Afghanistan calling



for restraint and dialog to prevent



further escalation.













Senior‍ Editor:



What are the potential consequences⁤ of sustained tensions​ between afghanistan and Pakistan?













Dr.​ Khan: The ramifications could be severe.



A sustained ‌conflict could destabilize⁢ the entire​ region.



We⁤ could ⁤see⁣ more cross-border violence, civilian casualties,



and a resurgence of militant activity,



potentially benefiting extremist groups



that ‍thrive on instability.



Furthermore, this escalation ​could hamper



international⁢ efforts to provide humanitarian aid to Afghanistan,



a ⁢country already grappling with a dire economic and humanitarian crisis.











Senior Editor:



Looking forward, what are some possible solutions to de-escalate



this⁤ volatile situation?











Dr. Khan:



This requires a multifaceted ⁢approach.



Firstly, both governments need



to‌ engage in direct and constructive dialogue,



addressing‍ each other’s concerns ⁣and seeking common ground.



Secondly, the international community, particularly ​regional powers



like China and Iran,⁤ should ⁢play



a more active role in mediating and facilitating talks.



addressing the root causes ⁣of the conflict



– the presence of militant ⁤groups and cross-border attacks



– is paramount. This‌ necessitates a



concerted effort by both governments to ⁣dismantle these networks



and pursue​ lasting peace.













Senior Editor:



Dr.​ Khan,‍ thank you ⁣for ⁢sharing your invaluable



insights with us today.⁣ Your expertise has ‌shed light on this



complex and⁤ worrying⁢ situation. We hope for a peaceful resolution



in the region for the sake ⁢of both Afghanistan ⁢and ⁣Pakistan.











Dr. Khan: Thank you for having me.



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The Taliban raise their voices about Israel’s attack on Iran

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com
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Jakarta, CNN Indonesia —

Taliban participate in raising your voice about the latest attack Israel to Iran. They said this attack would lead to more violence in the Middle East.

The group, which is now in opposition to the Afghan government, condemned the attacks launched by Israel on military bases in Iran.

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“(The attacks are) an attempt to aggravate the violence in the region, which further complicates and strengthens the unfavorable situation in the region,” said a statement by the Afghan Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday ( 26/10), which was announced from AFP.

Before that, Iran and Israel continued to attack each other. Recently, Israel launched an air strike early Saturday morning.

Israel attacked 20 Iranian military bases in three areas. This attack was launched on Saturday around 02.30 local time.

Aljazeera reported that the Israeli attack targeted military bases in Ilam, Khuzestan and Tehran. Israel declared the attack complete and the mission a success.

Iran reported that the Israeli attack had little effect, and noted that two soldiers were killed in the attack.

“The aggressive attack was successfully intercepted and neutralized by the country’s unified air defense system,” Iran’s air defense center said as reported by Aljazeera.

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2024-10-26 17:44:00
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Between urine and parking chaos: the Afghan consulate in Grünwald is causing trouble

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The consulate general in the Munich suburb of Grünwald is one of only five foreign missions in Europe known to the Taliban. The result: Afghans from all over Germany can only settle their passport issues there.

On this cloudy October morning, there is a lot of activity here in the northern part of Grünwald, where cars run past the town through to and back to Munich. Behind a tall white wall is a charming little town that attracts attention elsewhere. However, this is not the case in Grünwald – the home of wealthy citizens.

Many of the city’s visitors seem to come from far away: there are car license plates on the side of the road coming from all over Germany. The reason for your arrival: The city – as it says on a golden sign at the entrance – is the consulate general of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

In 2012, Afghanistan opened its consulate in the listed city. This is owned by the Free State of Bavaria and was formerly the home of the Consul General of the Netherlands. According to Mayor Jan Neusiedl (CSU), people in the community of 11,000 have now become accustomed to the fact that Afghanistan, torn by wars and conflicts, has a foreign mission in Grünwald of all places .

But this serenity seems to be over. There are increasing complaints about the behavior of Afghans who are waiting in front of the consulate. Residents complained at a citizens’ meeting about parking chaos and dangerous movement on the street. They also blamed visitors to the consulate for rampant littering and urination.

And of course the population has increased significantly in the past months. The reason for this lies in the capital of Afghanistan, Kabul. The Taliban there – they have been in power again since August 2021 – announced a few months ago that they would no longer work with several foreign missions in Europe.

The reason given by a spokesman at the time was that actions were being carried out “uncoordinated, arbitrarily and contrary to the relevant principles”. In Germany, this affects the embassy in Berlin and the consulate general in Bonn, whose passports, visas and other documents are no longer recognized by the Taliban. The regime in Kabul only accepts embassies in Spain, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands – as well as the consulate in Grünwald – as legitimate representations in Europe.

“Anyone who followed the news knew there would be more volume here,” said Mayor Neusiedl. In fact, until the Taliban changed course, the consulate in Grünwald was only responsible for Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. However, Afghans from all over Germany and even from Austria, Switzerland, Belgium and France are now flowing into the suburbs of Munich.

At the citizens’ meeting, a representative from the police station in Grünwald confirmed that the traffic in front of the Consulate General had increased significantly. Complaints have also been received about chaotic conditions. According to the mayor, the police contacted the consulate. “And they have agreed to put away the garbage in the evening and they may want to set up toilets,” Neusiedl said. “Apparently the police there were open to hearing it.”

The Consulate General does not wish to speak to the media. Meanwhile, a Taliban spokesman said in an interview with Deutsche Welle about the foreign mission in Grünwald: “They are responsible and they carry out our orders. ” Apparently the consulate seems to have a good connection with the Taliban and follow their instructions.

However, it seems that the people in Grünwald only care about this to a small extent. And even in the town hall, Jan Neusiedl simply says: “It certainly won’t work in the long run that the consulate is responsible for such a large area. But everything else, according to the mayor, “is high politics.”

2024-10-17 07:46:00
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Afghanistan: Laughter block, fist-sized beard – Suffocation from new laws – 2024-09-29 16:20:00

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Women in Afghanistan are barred from speaking, laughing and reciting the Koran in public, nor from looking at men beyond their family members, under new Taliban laws that came into force in mid-September.

A fist-sized beard – Laws for men in Afghanistan too

The new, stricter legislation he did not leave men unscathed either. Among other things, it requires them to have beards of a certain length – at least as long as a fist. It should be noted that salary withholding has already started in a government service because the employee’s beard was not long enough.

Shock in Kabul – What draconian measures foresee

The new draconian measures have caused a shock in Kabul, the retired lieutenant general tells Vima. Konstantinos Kolokouriswho served in Afghanistan as the commander of the Greek force, for a total of 11 months in 2004 and 2008.I contacted my friend, Tahir, in Afghanistan and he told me verbatim “we are trembling for our children, our wives and ourselves. We tremble at the idea that someone will falsely accuse us of not applying the new law”. They tremble because they will not be judged in a court of law. A mufti makes his own decisions. Since 2021, when the Taliban returned to power, 15,000 people have been jailed for not implementing Islamic law.».

The 35 articles of the new bill, which was based on a 2022 decree by the Taliban’s supreme leader, Haibatullah Akhundzadathey control every aspect of Afghans’ social and private lives, following a particularly strict version of sharia. Penalties for breaking these rules start from “recommendations, warnings of holy punishment, verbal threats» and they arrive as “confiscation of property, detention from one hour to three days and any other punishment deemed appropriate“, the Afghan Ministry of Justice clarified.

The Taliban’s morality police, an extension of the regime’s more conservative elements, have been given superpowers in the capital, Kabul, where they were rarely seen until now. He roams bus stops and malls, looking for dress code violations and women who might laugh or raise their voices. They are now even knocking on doors in some parts of Kabul because the male owner of the house has noted an absence from the mosque.

“Women are suffocated, men are threatened”

The prevailing terrorism is conveyed to us by the president of the Afghan Community in Greece, Taher Alizadehhaving contacted relatives in his hometown. “Women suffocate. They cannot do anything unless a male relative accompanies them. They are limited. While men are also threatened. They have already arrested people. The new condition in which the Afghans must live cannot be described“, he comments.

«There is now terror in the country“, adds Mr. Kolokouris«and this will not change in the coming decades, as the strategic interest of the US and the international community has shifted to China. Nobody cares about Afghanistan anymore».

Afghan women rose up, Afghan men were caught sleeping

There have been protests from Afghan women over the new law, while men have been caught completely asleep as they did not think they would be targeted by the hard-line faction of the Taliban, which appears to have prevailed over the more moderate. According to her Washington PostAfghans regret not reacting sooner. “If men had raised their voices, we might be in a different situation today“, a resident of Kabul tells the newspaper.

Most Afghans now hide their jeans, grow beards and carry prayer rugs. “These first serious restrictions on men came as a surprise to many in Afghanistan, according to a range of Afghans who include Taliban opponents, wavering supporters and even members of the Taliban regime.“, adds American newspaper.

The Taliban’s new rules for men do not compare, however, to those against women, who are barred from school after the 6th grade. And this in a country that gave women the right to vote in 1919 (while Greece in 1952).

Although the UN also expressed concern about the new law’s restrictions on religious freedom and freedom of the press, prohibiting the media from publishing “content hostile to sharia and religion” or “photos showing living things“, h silence of the international community in the face of the actions of the Taliban it encourages them to create new laws and restrictions every day, as Afghans complain.

The new restrictions appear to reflect a broader shift in the balance of power within the Taliban, with more conservative elements either gaining increasing influence or seeking to assert themselves more aggressively in urban areas, according to Western officials and Afghan critics of the Taliban.

THE global Women’s Peace and Security Index (WPS Index), of the Georgetown University Institute of the same name in Washington, which examines the position of women in 177 countries, ranks Afghanistan last, 177th (Greece 51st).

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