Taliban
Tracked across 98 events · 2276 articles · First seen Jan 19, 2025 · Last active Aug 21, 2026
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Impact: The Taliban, as the ruling authority in Afghanistan, imposed a ban on fiber optic internet in Balkh province, citing the prevention of immorality. This action reflects their control over public services and has a negative impact on the economy and daily life in the affected region.
Sep 16, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban government is the target of Australia's sanctions due to its policies restricting the rights and freedoms of women and girls in Afghanistan.
Dec 06, 2025 · 6 articles
Domestic
In August 2026, the Taliban's Afghanistan — General Directorate of Intelligence detained two Afghan staff members of the International — United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) in Herat on August 9. The UN has…
Impact: The Taliban is the central actor, detaining UN and NGO staff, which undermines its international legitimacy and may lead to sanctions or reduced aid.
Aug 12, 2026 · 32 articles
Domestic
Five years after the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan on August 15, 2021, the country marks the anniversary amid a mix of improved security and severe humanitarian and rights crises. The Taliban government, recognized only…
Impact: Central actor; marks five years in power, maintains restrictions on women and girls, and seeks international recognition while facing sanctions and ICC warrants.
Aug 10, 2026 · 63 articles
Business
In Afghanistan's northeastern Badakhshan province, a gold rush has taken hold since the Taliban returned to power five years ago. Thousands of miners and dozens of excavators operate day and night in the Shiwa area,…
Impact: The Taliban authorities expanded the mining sector to boost state coffers, collecting gold and imposing taxes, but face criticism for environmental damage and benefiting the powerful.
Aug 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban currently controls Afghanistan — Bagram Airfield and is the entity with whom the United States would need to negotiate to regain the base. Their stance is generally resistant to foreign military presence.
Sep 18, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban government in Afghanistan condemned Pakistan's airstrikes, denying accusations of harboring militants and claiming that Pakistan's operations caused significant civilian casualties. They have vowed retaliation.
Jun 24, 2026 · 119 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban government is accused of harboring militants and enforcing harsh restrictions on women. Its international isolation deepens, and it faces sanctions and criticism.
Jul 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Pakistan's India — Ministry of Information and Broadcasting rejected the Afghan Taliban regime's claim that weapons are being smuggled from Pakistan into Afghanistan for subversive activities, calling the allegation 'frivolous, baseless and contrary to established…
Impact: The Taliban regime is accused by Pakistan of harboring terrorists and making baseless claims. Its refusal to act against militant groups perpetuates instability and sanctions, limiting Afghanistan's economic prospects.
Aug 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban detained Peter H. Reynolds and Detention of Barbie and Peter Reynolds for nearly eight months on undisclosed charges, later claiming they violated Afghan laws. Their release, mediated by Qatar, is seen as an effort to gain international recognition.
Sep 19, 2025 · 30 articles
International
Impact: India's engagement with the Taliban regime in Afghanistan is deepening through the embassy upgrade, even without formal recognition.
Oct 10, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban, as the ruling government of Afghanistan, condemned Pakistan's airstrikes and reported the civilian casualties. They are also accused by Pakistan of harboring militants like Pakistani Taliban.
Jun 09, 2026 · 63 articles
Accidents
Impact: The Taliban-led government is coordinating disaster response and faces pressure to manage the crisis amid limited resources.
Jul 20, 2026 · 28 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban-controlled government of Afghanistan has rejected Donald Trump's demand to return Bagram Airbase, maintaining control of the facility since the US withdrawal in 2021.
Sep 20, 2025 · 10 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban, as the de facto government of Afghanistan, is involved in the border dispute with Pakistan and has denied allegations of harboring militants, impacting the resolution of the conflict.
Oct 23, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban government in Afghanistan is a key party in the peace talks, accused by Pakistan of harboring militants and asserting Afghanistan's territorial sovereignty.
Oct 25, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban administration in Afghanistan has denied Pakistan's allegations of ignoring cross-border attacks. The return of the Taliban to power in Afghanistan in 2021 has coincided with a steady upward trend in militancy in Pakistan.
Jan 01, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban government of Afghanistan engaged in talks with Pakistan, denying accusations of harboring militants and seeking to end cross-border hostilities.
Apr 01, 2026 · 73 articles
International
Impact: Taliban government imposes restrictions on women and girls, contributing to economic decline and international isolation.
Jul 06, 2026 · 21 articles
Accidents
On August 17, 2026, a hand grenade exploded near a school in Afghanistan — Kabul's Dasht-e-Barchi neighborhood, a predominantly Hazara and Shiite area, injuring at least 42 children, according to the International — United Nations…
Impact: The Taliban-run government is responsible for security in Afghanistan — Kabul; the attack underlines its failure to protect civilians, potentially affecting its international legitimacy and relations.
Aug 18, 2026 · 23 articles
International
Ongoing border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan have led to prolonged border closures, severely disrupting Afghan fruit exports, particularly grapes. In 2025, five southern Afghan provinces exported 44,225 tons of grapes worth $13.8 million, with…
Impact: The Taliban-led Afghan government is accused by Pakistan of harboring militants, leading to border clashes and closures, which have worsened the economic situation in Afghanistan.
Aug 19, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban, which controls Afghanistan, is accused by Pakistan of sheltering Pakistani Taliban militants, leading to cross-border attacks. The Taliban denies these accusations, stating Pakistan's security is an internal issue.
Dec 09, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Haji Najib provided material support, including weapons, to the Taliban, which was used to kill U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan. The Taliban's actions are central to the charges against Haji Najib.
Jun 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban government in Afghanistan is accused by Pakistan of harboring militants. The event strains relations and may affect international recognition efforts.
Jul 23, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
Impact: The Taliban government denies harboring militants, but the accusations contribute to diplomatic friction with Pakistan and may affect international perceptions.
Jul 29, 2026 · 27 articles
International
Impact: Taliban officials have been invited by the International — European Commission to Brussels to discuss the deportation and readmission of Afghan nationals without a right to stay in the EU, despite warnings from human rights groups.
Jun 01, 2026 · 84 articles
Accidents
Impact: The Taliban are allied with the TTP but deny providing sanctuaries in Afghanistan, complicating regional security dynamics.
Jul 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Taliban previously refused WFP aid; their stance on this shipment remains unconfirmed, affecting aid flow.
Jul 13, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban government's ban on girls' education beyond age 12 and restrictions on women's employment impact the lives of women farmers, though farming is generally permitted.
Jul 01, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Impact: The Taliban imposed a ban on opium production in Afghanistan following their 2021 takeover, which contributed to the decline in Afghanistan's opium output.
Dec 03, 2025 · 8 articles
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International — International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants TalibanTaliban marks five years in power
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Human Rights Watch called for release TalibanTaliban detains UN and NGO staff
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Fiona Frazer criticized restrictions TalibanTaliban marks five years in power
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George Glezmann
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George Glezmann was abducted by the Taliban in December 2022 while traveling as
Zabihullah Mujahid
spokesperson
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Zabihullah Mujahid serves as the official spokesperson for the Taliban, represen
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