Afghanistan
The world has read the headlines and seen the photographs of the rapidly evolving political situation. The volatile situation is constantly being assessed as the safety of staff and partners is a priority. While there are a…
Afghanistan
As all eyes turn to the airport in Kabul and the world is inundated with scenes of desperate people trying to escape a Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, it is easy to believe that the time and money invested…
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Gordon Brown calls for $8 billion of aid in return for girls' education to be protected in Afghanistan - plus it's back to school for several countries. Brown calls for $8bn aid to protect girls' education in…
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2021 Joint NGO letter in advance of the annual UN Security Council Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security Dear Ambassadors, The Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda is, at its heart, an agenda led by civil society,…
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Since the Taliban took power in Afghanistan, the humanitarian emergency there has become even more dire. This briefing note outlines the most pressing issues and steps to help relieve the suffering. Dramatic scenes at the Kabul airport…
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Recommendations to the Security Council Afghanistan Four non-state armed groups (NSAGs) are listed in the annexes of the Secretary-General’s (SG) latest report on children and armed conflict (CAAC) for recruitment and use of children and killing and maiming…
Afghanistan
Food stocks in Afghanistan could run out as soon as this month, a senior UN official warned on Wednesday, urging the international community to step up support for the country. Ramiz Alakbarov, Deputy Special Representative and Humanitarian…
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REGIONAL There are currently no commercial flights to travel outside of Afghanistan. Most of the land border-crossing points have been closed, except in limited instances for those with visas, passports, or valid travel documents. UNHCR continues to…
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The EU Ministers of Home Affairs met today for an extraordinary Council meeting to discuss developments in Afghanistan, more specifically in relation to potential implications in the areas of international protection, migration and security. The seriousness…
Afghanistan
SC/14620 The Security Council today strongly condemned attacks that took place near Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, on 26 August, which resulted in deaths and injuries to over 300 civilians and 28 military personnel. By terms…
