UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan
Coverage of UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan in the Nexus archive.
- Pakistani airstrikes kill 36 civilians in Afghanistan and wound 160, officials say
Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan killed 36 civilians and wounded 160, according to Afghan officials, with Pakistan claiming the operations targeted militants. Both nations have accused each other of aggression, and the UN confirmed significant civilian casualties.
- Security Council extends UN mission in Afghanistan mandate till June 2027, flags security concerns
The UN Security Council extended the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (Unama) mandate until June 2027, addressing concerns about Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis, terrorism threats, human rights issues, and regional stability. The resolution emphasizes regional cooperation, refugee returns, counterterrorism, and economic connectivity, with implications for Pakistan.
- UN Security Council extends Afghan mission for one year
The UN Security Council extended the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for one year. The unanimous decision, drafted by China, faced calls to streamline the operation and criticism from the Taliban rulers.
- Afghanistan police crack down on anti-hijab protests in Herat
Afghan security officials dispersed a women's rights protest in Herat after Taliban morality police detained women for violating mandatory dress rules. Witnesses reported one death, several injuries, and dozens of arrests, though Taliban authorities did not confirm these. The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan expressed concern over women's detentions for dress code violations.