The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the people of Afghanistan, emphasizing humanitarian assistance, human rights accountability and the continued work of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA).

In a statement delivered during the Third Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, the EU stressed the importance of protecting the rights of Afghans, particularly women and young people, and ensuring their meaningful participation in shaping the country’s future.

The European Union said it has provided approximately €2 billion ($2.2 billion) in humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan since 1994, including €320 million in 2024 and 2025.

The bloc also reiterated its support for UNAMA and international efforts to promote accountability for alleged human rights violations in Afghanistan.

The statement comes as the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has maintained that human rights are being protected in the country in accordance with Sharia law.

The EU’s remarks underscore continuing international concerns over human rights and humanitarian conditions in Afghanistan, alongside its stated commitment to assisting the Afghan population.

The Russian Embassy in Pakistan says the Pashto language could help promote mutual understanding and reconciliation between Afghanistan and Pakistan amid tensions between the two neighboring countries.

The embassy hosted a book launch ceremony on October 27 for Advanced Pashto Grammar in Use, attended by Russian Ambassador to Pakistan Albert P. Khorev, Afghanistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Sardar Ahmad Shakib, the book’s author Hafiz-ur-Rehman Doran, and academics and media representatives.

Speaking at the event, Khorev said Afghanistan and Pakistan share a common language, giving their people an important opportunity to understand one another better.

He described the initiative as another Russian effort to encourage dialogue and help resolve differences between Kabul and Islamabad.

“Pashto can become a language of reconciliation between Pakistan and Afghanistan, just as Russian can become a language of reconciliation between Russia and Ukraine,” Khorev said.

The remarks highlight the potential role of shared cultural and linguistic ties in promoting dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan, whose relations have faced persistent challenges.

Arman FC secured a convincing 5-1 victory over Omar Zawak in the 62nd match of the sixth season of Afghanistan Champions League Roshan in Kabul on Wednesday.

The match was played at the Afghanistan Football Federation Stadium, where Arman FC showed their attacking strength from the opening minutes.

Damola Iseoluwa Akanni opened the scoring for Arman FC in the eighth minute, before teammate Payman Sultani struck twice in the 10th and 18th minutes to give his side a three-goal lead.

Mohammad Nowrozi pulled one back for Omar Zawak in first-half stoppage time, leaving Arman FC with a 3-1 lead at the break.

Arman FC continued their attacking push in the second half, with Shokorullah Kohi scoring the team’s fourth goal in stoppage time. Fardin Azizi then added a fifth in the fifth minute of stoppage time to seal a 5-1 victory.

Payman Sultani, who scored twice, was named player of the match.

Arman FC will face Aino Mina on October 31, while Omar Zawak will take on Toofan Herat on November 2.

All matches in the sixth season of Afghanistan Champions League Roshan are being broadcast live on Ariana Television.