Ghani: 1395 mobility year for Afghans

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10 years ago

March 29, 2016

Last Updated on: October 25, 2022

President Muhammad Ashraf Ghani has said that the new solar year is a mobility year for the Afghan people.

Ashraf Ghani in his visit with the heads of the South and South-West provinces noted that the Afghan government has convinced the international community to support the country.

“We are ready for basic reforms and fight against corruption this year,” said President Ashraf Ghani.

He also stated that around 600 graduated soldiers from the military academy have gone to Helmand based on their strong will, but a number of youths are abandoning the country.

Praising the achievements of Afghanistan in products, President Ghani pointed on increase of fruit exports; citing nearly 600 tones of fruits exported every day in June.

President’s statements come as Afghan residents concerns increase over the performance of National Unity Government in providing peace and the economic situation.

UNAMA reports civilian casualties from Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan

UNAMA urged all parties to end hostilities, protect civilians, and uphold international law principles of distinction, proportionality, and precaution to prevent further civilian harm.

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February 23, 2026

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The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has confirmed credible reports of civilian casualties following overnight Pakistani airstrikes inside Afghanistan on 21–22 February.

Airstrikes in Behsud and Khogyani districts of Nangarhar province, carried out between approximately 23:45 on 21 February and 00:15 on 22 February, have reportedly killed at least 13 civilians and injured seven others, including women and children.

Pakistani forces also struck Barmal and Urgun districts in Paktika province.

In Barmal’s Marghai area, an airstrike on 21 February around 23:15 hit a madrassa and partially damaged a nearby mosque.

In Urgun’s Dahna area, an airstrike at approximately 23:30 partially destroyed a vacant private residence. No civilian casualties have been reported from these strikes.

UNAMA urged all parties to end hostilities, protect civilians, and uphold international law principles of distinction, proportionality, and precaution to prevent further civilian harm.

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Eight schoolchildren among those killed in Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan

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February 23, 2026

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At least eight schoolchildren — five boys and three girls — were killed in a Pakistani airstrike in Behsud district of Nangarhar province early Sunday, Afghan officials confirmed on Monday.

The Ministry of Education reported the tragic losses, highlighting the impact of strikes on civilians and students in the region.

Education Ministry spokesman Mansoor Ahmad Hamza also said that a student at a religious seminary was injured in Barmal district of Paktika province, another area affected by the Pakistani military attacks over the weekend.

Dozens of civilians have reportedly been killed or injured in the airstrikes, which Afghan authorities say targeted residential homes and community areas in both Nangarhar and Paktika provinces.

Local sources describe scenes of devastation, with families searching through rubble and emergency personnel rushing to rescue trapped individuals.

Afghanistan’s Ministry of National Defense condemned the strikes, saying they constitute a violation of Afghan sovereignty and have caused significant civilian harm.

Officials reiterated that Afghan territory must not be used for attacks against other countries and called for restraint and dialogue to prevent further escalation.

The strikes come amid ongoing tensions along the disputed Durand Line between Afghanistan and Pakistan, where security concerns and accusations of militancy have frequently strained relations between Kabul and Islamabad. Analysts note that repeated civilian casualties risk further inflaming regional tensions and complicating diplomatic efforts to reduce violence along the frontier.

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Russia estimates up to 23,000 terrorists present in Afghanistan

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February 23, 2026

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The Russian Foreign Ministry has estimated that around 20,000 to 23,000 fighters from various international terrorist groups are present in Afghanistan, contributing to ongoing security and political challenges in the country.

The ministry noted that over half of these fighters are foreign nationals.

Among the larger groups, Daesh is believed to number around 3,000, the Tehreek‑e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) 5,000–7,000, and al Qaeda 400–1,500.

Smaller groups reportedly include the East Turkestan Islamic Movement (ETIM), the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU/Turkestan Islamic Party), and Jamaat Ansarullah.

According to the ministry, Daesh remains the only group actively hostile toward the Afghan authorities, though it reportedly lacks the capacity to seize territory, focusing instead on undermining public confidence.

Afghan security efforts over the past 18 months are credited with significantly reducing attacks attributed to Daesh.

The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has consistently maintained that it will not allow Afghan soil to be used against any other country and continues to deny the presence of armed groups operating freely within the country.