Afghanistan

Country Afghanistan
Capital Kabul
Continent Asia(South Asia)
Currency Afghani(AFN)
Languages Pashto & Dari

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Introduction

Ahmad Shah DURRANI unified the Pashtun tribes and founded Afghanistan in 1747. The country served as a buffer between the British and Russian Empires until it won independence from notional British control in 1919. A brief experiment in democracy ended in a 1973 coup and a 1978 Communist counter-coup. The Soviet Union invaded in 1979 to support the tottering Afghan Communist regime, touching off a long and destructive war. The USSR withdrew in 1989 under relentless pressure by internationally supported anti-Communist mujahedin rebels. A series of subsequent civil wars saw Kabul finally fall in 1996 to the Taliban, a hardline Pakistani-sponsored movement that emerged in 1994 to end the country's civil war and anarchy. Following the 11 September 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C., a U.S., Allied, and anti-Taliban Northern Alliance military action toppled the Taliban for sheltering Osama BIN LADIN. The UN-sponsored Bonn Conference in 2001 established a process for political reconstruction that included the adoption of a new constitution, a presidential election in 2004, and National Assembly elections in 2005. In December 2004, Hamid KARZAI became the first democratically elected president of Afghanistan and the National Assembly was inaugurated the following December. Karzai was re-elected in November 2009 for a second term. Despite gains toward building a stable central government, a resurgent Taliban and continuing provincial instability - particularly in the south and the east - remain serious challenges for the Afghan Government.

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Afghanistan - Wikipedia
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'Very bad consequences': Taliban targets Pakistan military posts after airstrikes by Islamabad kill 8 in - The Times of India
  1. 'Very bad consequences': Taliban targets Pakistan military posts after airstrikes by Islamabad kill 8 in  The Times of India
  2. Pakistan accused of killing eight women and children in Afghanistan air strikes  BBC.com
  3. Pakistan Airstrikes TTP Militants In Afghanistan; White House Urges Restraint, Calls For Dialogue  India.com


Earthquake today: Tremors of 4.5 magnitude jolts Afghanistan | Mint - MintEarthquake today: Tremors of 4.5 magnitude jolts Afghanistan | Mint  Mint

Earthquake of 5.3 magnitude hits Kandahar region in Afghanistan - The Times of IndiaEarthquake of 5.3 magnitude hits Kandahar region in Afghanistan  The Times of India

Afghanistan Earthquake: 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan's Kabul - Times NowAfghanistan Earthquake: 5.3 Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan's Kabul  Times Now

AFG vs IRE, Afghanistan vs Ireland 2023/24, 3rd T20I at Sharjah, March 18, 2024 - Full Scorecard - ESPNcricinfo
  1. AFG vs IRE, Afghanistan vs Ireland 2023/24, 3rd T20I at Sharjah, March 18, 2024 - Full Scorecard  ESPNcricinfo
  2. Afghanistan vs Ireland Highlights: Afghanistan beat Ireland by 57 runs  Hindustan Times
  3. Afghanistan vs Ireland, 1st T20I, Fri, Mar 15, Afghanistan v Ireland in UAE, 2024  Cricbuzz


Afghanistan vs Ireland, 2nd T20I, Sun, Mar 17, Afghanistan v Ireland in UAE, 2024 - CricbuzzAfghanistan vs Ireland, 2nd T20I, Sun, Mar 17, Afghanistan v Ireland in UAE, 2024  Cricbuzz

India vs Afghanistan: Memories of feisty encounters come rushing to Sunil Chhetri - AIFFIndia vs Afghanistan: Memories of feisty encounters come rushing to Sunil Chhetri  AIFF

Advantage India as Afghanistan players continue national team boycott - The Times of IndiaAdvantage India as Afghanistan players continue national team boycott  The Times of India

India vs Afghanistan World Cup Qualifiers: Underdogs Afghans can still pose problems for Blue Tigers - myKhelIndia vs Afghanistan World Cup Qualifiers: Underdogs Afghans can still pose problems for Blue Tigers  myKhel

21 dead in Afghanistan after bus collides with tanker - The Hindu21 dead in Afghanistan after bus collides with tanker  The Hindu

Afghanistan 21 Killed, 38 Injured In Bus-Tanker Collision In Helmand - Jagran EnglishAfghanistan 21 Killed, 38 Injured In Bus-Tanker Collision In Helmand  Jagran English

Afghanistan: 21 dead, 38 injured in bus-oil tanker collision in Helmand | Mint - MintAfghanistan: 21 dead, 38 injured in bus-oil tanker collision in Helmand | Mint  Mint

Afghan women stage rare protests, braving Taliban reprisals - Al Jazeera EnglishAfghan women stage rare protests, braving Taliban reprisals  Al Jazeera English

Tensions high after Pakistan launches cross-border attacks into Afghanistan - Al Jazeera EnglishTensions high after Pakistan launches cross-border attacks into Afghanistan  Al Jazeera English

Pakistan carries out airstrikes in Afghanistan: How Islamabad-Taliban ties have deteriorated - FirstpostPakistan carries out airstrikes in Afghanistan: How Islamabad-Taliban ties have deteriorated  Firstpost

Afghanistan dominate Ireland to win T20I series - Hindustan TimesAfghanistan dominate Ireland to win T20I series  Hindustan Times

Experts react: Pakistan just carried out airstrikes on Afghanistan. What's next? - Atlantic CouncilExperts react: Pakistan just carried out airstrikes on Afghanistan. What's next?  Atlantic Council

Afghanistan Retaliates Against Pak After Air Strikes Kill 8 - NDTVAfghanistan Retaliates Against Pak After Air Strikes Kill 8  NDTV

Pakistan airstrikes in Afghanistan: US urges Islamabad to exercise restrain - MoneycontrolPakistan airstrikes in Afghanistan: US urges Islamabad to exercise restrain  Moneycontrol

Pakistan Airstrikes Send Taliban a Message on Militant Attacks - The Wall Street JournalPakistan Airstrikes Send Taliban a Message on Militant Attacks  The Wall Street Journal

Pakistan carries out strikes inside Afghanistan: What is happening, and why - The Indian ExpressPakistan carries out strikes inside Afghanistan: What is happening, and why  The Indian Express

Tensions high after Taliban says it targeted Pakistani troops at Afghanistan border in retaliation - ThePrintTensions high after Taliban says it targeted Pakistani troops at Afghanistan border in retaliation  ThePrint

Taliban says it hit back at Pakistan after air strikes in Afghanistan kill 8 - ReutersTaliban says it hit back at Pakistan after air strikes in Afghanistan kill 8  Reuters

Taliban say 8 killed in Pakistani strikes on Afghanistan - DW (English)Taliban say 8 killed in Pakistani strikes on Afghanistan  DW (English)

Afghanistan beat Ireland Afghanistan won by 57 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 3rd T20I Sharjah ... - ESPNcricinfoAfghanistan beat Ireland Afghanistan won by 57 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 3rd T20I Sharjah ...  ESPNcricinfo

Pakistan-Taliban attacks updates: Exchange of fire at border after 8 killed - Al Jazeera EnglishPakistan-Taliban attacks updates: Exchange of fire at border after 8 killed  Al Jazeera English

8 Dead In Pak Strikes In Afghanistan, Taliban Warns Of "Very Bad Consequences" - NDTV8 Dead In Pak Strikes In Afghanistan, Taliban Warns Of "Very Bad Consequences"  NDTV

Recent Match Report - Afghanistan vs Ireland 3rd T20I 2023/24 - ESPNcricinfoRecent Match Report - Afghanistan vs Ireland 3rd T20I 2023/24  ESPNcricinfo

Pakistan carries out airstrikes inside Afghanistan - The Times of IndiaPakistan carries out airstrikes inside Afghanistan  The Times of India

Afghanistan beat Ireland Afghanistan won by 10 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 2nd T20I Sharjah ... - ESPNcricinfoAfghanistan beat Ireland Afghanistan won by 10 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 2nd T20I Sharjah ...  ESPNcricinfo

AFG vs IRE, Afghanistan vs Ireland 2023/24, 2nd T20I at Sharjah, March 17, 2024 - Full Scorecard - ESPNcricinfoAFG vs IRE, Afghanistan vs Ireland 2023/24, 2nd T20I at Sharjah, March 17, 2024 - Full Scorecard  ESPNcricinfo

At least 21 dead after bus collides with tanker in southern Afghanistan - Al Jazeera EnglishAt least 21 dead after bus collides with tanker in southern Afghanistan  Al Jazeera English

Pakistani Fighter Planes Bomb ‘Terrorist Sanctuaries’ in Afghanistan - Voice of America - VOA NewsPakistani Fighter Planes Bomb ‘Terrorist Sanctuaries’ in Afghanistan  Voice of America - VOA News

Pakistani airstrikes target suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan - The Associated PressPakistani airstrikes target suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan  The Associated Press

US urges Pakistan to exercise restraint after deadly retaliatory airstrikes in Afghanistan - India TV NewsUS urges Pakistan to exercise restraint after deadly retaliatory airstrikes in Afghanistan  India TV News

Pakistan links ‘terrorists’ sheltering in Afghanistan to explosive-laden vehicle attack on Army post | Mint - MintPakistan links ‘terrorists’ sheltering in Afghanistan to explosive-laden vehicle attack on Army post | Mint  Mint

Pakistani Jets' retaliatory strikes in Afghanistan kill 8 - The Times of IndiaPakistani Jets' retaliatory strikes in Afghanistan kill 8  The Times of India

Pakistan carried out two air strikes inside Afghanistan, killed 8 people, says Taliban - Hindustan TimesPakistan carried out two air strikes inside Afghanistan, killed 8 people, says Taliban  Hindustan Times

Afghanistan vs Ireland Highlights: Afghanistan beat Ireland by 10 runs - Hindustan TimesAfghanistan vs Ireland Highlights: Afghanistan beat Ireland by 10 runs  Hindustan Times

Pakistani Airstrikes in Afghanistan Kill at Least 8, Taliban Officials Say - The New York TimesPakistani Airstrikes in Afghanistan Kill at Least 8, Taliban Officials Say  The New York Times

Several killed in Pakistani air strikes on Afghanistan, says Kabul - FRANCE 24 EnglishSeveral killed in Pakistani air strikes on Afghanistan, says Kabul  FRANCE 24 English

AFG vs IRE, Afghanistan vs Ireland 2023/24, 1st T20I at Sharjah, March 15, 2024 - Full Scorecard - ESPNcricinfoAFG vs IRE, Afghanistan vs Ireland 2023/24, 1st T20I at Sharjah, March 15, 2024 - Full Scorecard  ESPNcricinfo

Pakistani airstrikes target suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan: Officials - The HinduPakistani airstrikes target suspected Pakistani Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan: Officials  The Hindu

Launched retaliatory attacks on Pak after air strikes in Afghanistan killed 8: Taliban - Hindustan TimesLaunched retaliatory attacks on Pak after air strikes in Afghanistan killed 8: Taliban  Hindustan Times

Afghanistan vs Ireland Highlights: Ireland beat Afghanistan by 38 runs - Hindustan TimesAfghanistan vs Ireland Highlights: Ireland beat Afghanistan by 38 runs  Hindustan Times

8 killed as Pak conducts airstrikes inside Afghanistan - Daily Excelsior8 killed as Pak conducts airstrikes inside Afghanistan  Daily Excelsior

Pakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan claim 8 lives - Greater KashmirPakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan claim 8 lives  Greater Kashmir

Recent Match Report - Afghanistan vs Ireland 2nd T20I 2023/24 - ESPNcricinfoRecent Match Report - Afghanistan vs Ireland 2nd T20I 2023/24  ESPNcricinfo

Pakistan carries out aur strikes in Afghanistan, Taliban warns of ‘dire consequences’ - The StatesmanPakistan carries out aur strikes in Afghanistan, Taliban warns of ‘dire consequences’  The Statesman

Taliban says eight killed in Pakistan's two air strikes in Afghanistan - The Times of IndiaTaliban says eight killed in Pakistan's two air strikes in Afghanistan  The Times of India

Afghanistan’s Drought in Photos: Barren Fields and Empty Stomachs - The New York TimesAfghanistan’s Drought in Photos: Barren Fields and Empty Stomachs  The New York Times

Taliban retaliates Pakistan strikes, exchange of fire at border after 8 killed in Afghanistan | Mint - MintTaliban retaliates Pakistan strikes, exchange of fire at border after 8 killed in Afghanistan | Mint  Mint

Ireland beat Afghanistan Ireland won by 38 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 1st T20I Sharjah ... - ESPNcricinfoIreland beat Afghanistan Ireland won by 38 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 1st T20I Sharjah ...  ESPNcricinfo

After Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes in Afghanistan, Taliban Retaliates by Firing Across Border - The WireAfter Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes in Afghanistan, Taliban Retaliates by Firing Across Border  The Wire

White House urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to address differences through dialogue - ThePrintWhite House urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to address differences through dialogue  ThePrint

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India leaves for Saudi Arabia to face Afghanistan - SportstarFIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: India leaves for Saudi Arabia to face Afghanistan  Sportstar

Pakistan conducts airstrikes inside Afghanistan, eight people killed - The Shillong TimesPakistan conducts airstrikes inside Afghanistan, eight people killed  The Shillong Times

Pakistani Airstrikes Kill 8 in Afghanistan, Kabul Warns Of 'Dire Consequences' - StratNews Global - Strategic News GlobalPakistani Airstrikes Kill 8 in Afghanistan, Kabul Warns Of 'Dire Consequences' - StratNews Global  Strategic News Global

"Have Been Fit Since Afghanistan Series, There Were No Games To Play": Hardik Pandya - NDTV Sports"Have Been Fit Since Afghanistan Series, There Were No Games To Play": Hardik Pandya  NDTV Sports

Gravitas: Pakistan carries out cross-border strikes inside Afghanistan | Taliban hits back - WIONGravitas: Pakistan carries out cross-border strikes inside Afghanistan | Taliban hits back  WION

Pak airstrikes in Afghanistan: US urges Islamabad to exercise restrain - ThePrintPak airstrikes in Afghanistan: US urges Islamabad to exercise restrain  ThePrint

Taliban Says It Strikes Back After Deadly Pakistani Strikes - Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyTaliban Says It Strikes Back After Deadly Pakistani Strikes  Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Elite Afghan soldiers turn barbers, gym trainers in India to escape Taliban - Al Jazeera EnglishElite Afghan soldiers turn barbers, gym trainers in India to escape Taliban  Al Jazeera English

Pakistan accused of killing eight women and children in Afghanistan air strikes - BBCPakistan accused of killing eight women and children in Afghanistan air strikes  BBC

In Afghanistan’s Warning To Pakistan Over Airstrikes, A Mention Of Fight Against ‘Superpowers’ - Times NowIn Afghanistan’s Warning To Pakistan Over Airstrikes, A Mention Of Fight Against ‘Superpowers’  Times Now

US calls on Pakistan to exercise restraint after its airstrikes in Afghanistan - ThePrintUS calls on Pakistan to exercise restraint after its airstrikes in Afghanistan  ThePrint

Sunil Chhetri ready for Afghanistan challenge | The Navhind Times - The Navhind TimesSunil Chhetri ready for Afghanistan challenge | The Navhind Times  The Navhind Times

White House urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to address differences through dialogue - ANI NewsWhite House urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to address differences through dialogue  ANI News

4,500 from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan given citizenship in four years - The Economic Times4,500 from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan given citizenship in four years  The Economic Times

Afghanistan v Ireland: Afghans clinch Twenty20 series with 57-run victory - BBCAfghanistan v Ireland: Afghans clinch Twenty20 series with 57-run victory  BBC

Taliban claims it hit back at Pakistan military after airstrikes, warns of 'worst consequences' - India TV NewsTaliban claims it hit back at Pakistan military after airstrikes, warns of 'worst consequences'  India TV News

For First Time in Taliban Era, Indian Technicians Return to Inspect $265 Million Dam in Afghanistan - The WireFor First Time in Taliban Era, Indian Technicians Return to Inspect $265 Million Dam in Afghanistan  The Wire

US Special Representative for Afghanistan to travel to India this week - ANI NewsUS Special Representative for Afghanistan to travel to India this week  ANI News

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan breaks 14-year-old T20I record - The Times of IndiaAfghanistan captain Rashid Khan breaks 14-year-old T20I record  The Times of India

Afghanistan Retaliate Against Pakistan's Air Strikes - PragativadiAfghanistan Retaliate Against Pakistan's Air Strikes  Pragativadi

Ireland claim first T20I after Afghanistan fall short in run chase - Hindustan TimesIreland claim first T20I after Afghanistan fall short in run chase  Hindustan Times

Stimac keen on new faces for Afghanistan tie - The Times of IndiaStimac keen on new faces for Afghanistan tie  The Times of India

Afghanistan retaliates after Pakistani airstrikes kill eight civilians - Al Mayadeen EnglishAfghanistan retaliates after Pakistani airstrikes kill eight civilians  Al Mayadeen English

Recent Match Report - Afghanistan vs Ireland 1st T20I 2023/24 - ESPNcricinfoRecent Match Report - Afghanistan vs Ireland 1st T20I 2023/24  ESPNcricinfo

Illicit economies in Afghanistan under the Taliban - Afghanistan - ReliefWebIllicit economies in Afghanistan under the Taliban - Afghanistan  ReliefWeb

Afghanistan vs Ireland Live Score: Afghanistan beat Ireland by 117 runs - Hindustan TimesAfghanistan vs Ireland Live Score: Afghanistan beat Ireland by 117 runs  Hindustan Times

Afghanistan: the food security situation is improving, but the crisis is far from over - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United NationsAfghanistan: the food security situation is improving, but the crisis is far from over  Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Afghanistan Hits Back After Pakistani Air Strikes Kill Eight - BloombergAfghanistan Hits Back After Pakistani Air Strikes Kill Eight  Bloomberg

With a clear mindset, Blue Tigers eye maximum points against Afghanistan - AIFFWith a clear mindset, Blue Tigers eye maximum points against Afghanistan  AIFF

Taliban targets Pakistan's military posts after its airstrikes in Afghanistan - ANI NewsTaliban targets Pakistan's military posts after its airstrikes in Afghanistan  ANI News

At least 21 killed, dozens injured in bus- fuel truck collision in Afghanistan - Hindustan TimesAt least 21 killed, dozens injured in bus- fuel truck collision in Afghanistan  Hindustan Times

Afghanistan, Pakistan: Pakistan Strikes Suspected Militants in Afghanistan After Deadly Attack - Stratfor WorldviewAfghanistan, Pakistan: Pakistan Strikes Suspected Militants in Afghanistan After Deadly Attack  Stratfor Worldview

AFG vs IRE: Captain Rashid Khan breaks 14-year-old T20I record for Afghanistan - India TodayAFG vs IRE: Captain Rashid Khan breaks 14-year-old T20I record for Afghanistan  India Today

US calls on Pakistan to exercise restraint after its airstrikes in Afghanistan - ANI NewsUS calls on Pakistan to exercise restraint after its airstrikes in Afghanistan  ANI News

Tension flares after Pak airstrikes kill 8 civilians in Afghanistan - The Siasat DailyTension flares after Pak airstrikes kill 8 civilians in Afghanistan  The Siasat Daily

Afghanistan: Mistake of a biker led to killing of at least 21 passengers travelling in bus near Kandahar - India TV NewsAfghanistan: Mistake of a biker led to killing of at least 21 passengers travelling in bus near Kandahar  India TV News

Taliban rebel camps hit, several killed, in Pakistan air strikes on Afghanistan - South China Morning PostTaliban rebel camps hit, several killed, in Pakistan air strikes on Afghanistan  South China Morning Post

Afghanistan beat Ireland Afghanistan won by 117 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 3rd ODI ... - ESPNcricinfoAfghanistan beat Ireland Afghanistan won by 117 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 3rd ODI ...  ESPNcricinfo

Taliban Retaliates After Pak Airstrikes Rocked Afghanistan, Targets Military Posts in Durand Line - Republic WorldTaliban Retaliates After Pak Airstrikes Rocked Afghanistan, Targets Military Posts in Durand Line  Republic World

Afghanistan vs Ireland, 3rd T20I: Afghanistan beat Ireland by 57 runs, in UAE, to take Series 2-1 - Cricket WorldAfghanistan vs Ireland, 3rd T20I: Afghanistan beat Ireland by 57 runs, in UAE, to take Series 2-1  Cricket World

Netizens curious as Bihar woman shares her experience of bus ride in Afghanistan - The Indian ExpressNetizens curious as Bihar woman shares her experience of bus ride in Afghanistan  The Indian Express

Exclusive: Pakistan launches airstrikes against TTP deep inside Afghanistan, sources tell WION - WIONExclusive: Pakistan launches airstrikes against TTP deep inside Afghanistan, sources tell WION  WION

Afghanistan beat Ireland Afghanistan won by 35 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 1st ODI Sharjah ... - ESPNcricinfoAfghanistan beat Ireland Afghanistan won by 35 runs - Afghanistan vs Ireland, Afghanistan vs Ireland, 1st ODI Sharjah ...  ESPNcricinfo

Afghanistan thrash Ireland in 3rd T20I to win series 2-1 - NewsBytesAfghanistan thrash Ireland in 3rd T20I to win series 2-1  NewsBytes

Azmatullah Omarzai records his career-best T20I figures: Key stats - NewsBytesAzmatullah Omarzai records his career-best T20I figures: Key stats  NewsBytes

Beijing seeks security in talks with Taliban in Afghanistan - Geopolitical Intelligence Services AGBeijing seeks security in talks with Taliban in Afghanistan  Geopolitical Intelligence Services AG