Afghanistan

After Tragic Loss, An Afghan Refugee Finds Solace In Teaching Art To Others

Afghan artist Omar Khamosh fled to Vahdat, Tajikistan, in early 2021 after he escaped from Taliban militants who threatened him and killed his father. In his new home, he opened a studio and started offering art classes to young students.

Afghan Resistance Rep Ahmad Wali Masud: Anti-Taliban War Will Spread in Afghanistan

'Saving People's Lives': Ukrainian Pilot Recalls Chaotic Kabul Evacuation

Ukrainian pilot Veronika Borisova had once led Afghanistan's first all-female flight crew, but on August 15, she had a very different assignment -- piloting the first evacuation flight from Kabul to Kyiv.

Kabul Audio Diary: 'If You Abandon These Children, We Won't Take Them'

Listen to Afghan reporter Liza Karimi describe the events of August 23, 2021 in Kabul, Afghanistan, as thousands desperately try to leave the country, and armed resistance against the Taliban persists in Panjshir Province.

A Woman's Voice From Kabul: Audio Diaries From Inside Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan

Current Time is publishing a daily series of audio diaries by Kabul-based freelance journalist Liza Karimi. The diaries provide an Afghan perspective on how the country is changing since the Taliban’s August 15, 2021 takeover of Kabul.

How Afghan Military Personnel Escaped To Uzbekistan

A Telegram video depicts the interaction of Afghans and Uzbeks after the landing of a few Afghan helicopters in Uzbekistan on August 14-15, as Afghan military personnel fled Taliban forces nearing Kabul.

Kabul Audio Diary: 'The Situation Is Getting Worse With Each Minute'

In this subtitled audio diary, Current Time reporter Liza Karimi shared how Kabul is changing after the Taliban's August 15, 2021 takeover, what people are discussing, and what she herself is experiencing.

'Every Woman Is Really Scared,' Says Reporter In Taliban-Controlled Kabul

Current Time freelance reporter Liza Karimi describes life on the streets of Taliban-controlled Kabul, three days after the militants first entered the Afghan capital. She says many people -- especially women -- remain fearful, despite Taliban reassurances.

‘How Can We Get Out Of The Country?’: What Afghans Want To Know After The Takeover Of Kabul

After the Taliban’s rapid August 15 takeover of both Kabul and national political power, Current Time’s freelance Afghanistan reporter Liza Karimi elaborated to Morning newscast anchor Aleksei Aleksandrov about responding to the challenges of this change.

'I Spent My Youth Terrified': Afghanistan Residents Remember Life Under The Taliban

Current Time spoke with three adult residents of Afghanistan who recall the disruption that occurred when the Taliban came to power in 1996, and fear what the consequences may be if they manage to return to rule Afghanistan now, after the withdrawal of U.S. and NATO troops.

Why Russia Has An Ear For Taliban Talks

As the Islamist Taliban movement searches for “international legitimacy” following substantial territorial gains in Afghanistan, it has found a willing partner in Russia, regional and security experts say.