Roya Karimi Wins Gold in Fitness Competition, Becomes a Symbol of Hope for Afghan Women
Roya Karimi, an Afghan woman residing in Norway, recently won a gold medal in the 2025 Stoperiet Open fitness competition—an achievement that is not only a personal triumph but also an inspiring and historic moment for Afghan women around the world.
Whipping in Response to Criticism: Man in Kapisa Punished for Speaking Against the Taliban
Local sources in Kapisa province report that a man has been publicly whipped by the Taliban in the Hesa Awal district of the province for what was described as “propaganda against the government.”
According to a statement released by the Taliban’s Supreme Court, the man was sentenced on July 29 (8th of Asad) to 39 lashes and one year and six months in prison. The punishment was reportedly carried out with the approval of the Supreme Court and in the presence of local Taliban officials.
Taliban Cleric: “A Woman Should Not See the Road with Both Eyes
These remarks come amid a sweeping crackdown on women in the Afghan capital. Witnesses report that young women, many of whom were wearing traditional hijab, have recently been detained violently by the Taliban’s so-called “morality police.” The crackdown is reportedly being carried out under direct orders from the group’s top leadership.
Ashraf Ghani: Afghan Women Must Return to the Skies
Reflecting on a memorable flight to the Kamal Khan Dam in Nimroz, Ghani said, “The entire flight crew, including the pilot, were Afghan women. It was one of the proudest moments of my life.” He added that Afghan women deserve to once again occupy professional roles—particularly in aviation—where they previously excelled.
UN Security Council Grants Travel Exemption to Taliban Deputy Prime Minister Abdul Salam Hanafi for Medical Treatment in Doha
The United Nations Security Council has granted a travel exemption to Abdul Salam Hanafi, Deputy Prime Minister of the Taliban, allowing him to travel to Doha, the capital of Qatar. On Saturday, August 2nd, the UN issued a statement confirming that Hanafi is scheduled to travel to Doha for medical treatment from August 14 to August 31.
Monthly Aid from Iran for Afghans Expelled from the Country
The Iranian Red Crescent Society has announced that it has distributed hygiene kits to a number of returning Afghan migrants at the Dogharoon border. Hadi Ramazani, head of the Iranian Red Crescent in Taybad, stated on Saturday, August 2, that the total value of these aid packages amounts to 745 billion rials. According to him, these aids were delivered in the form of 730 packages to Afghan migrant families.
Systematic Invasion of Privacy Under Taliban Rule: From Phone Searches to Surveillance Cameras
Eyewitness accounts and testimonies suggest that morality police under this ministry routinely stop individuals in public spaces, search their mobile phones without warrants, and verbally harass them—particularly women. According to activists and legal experts, these practices are clear violations of citizens’ privacy and fundamental freedoms.
Gender Discrimination in Afghan Families After the Taliban’s Return: Challenges and Conse
Negar (a pseudonym), a 22-year-old living in Kabul, tells Afghanistan Future that since childhood, she has faced clear discrimination between herself and her brothers within the family—a discrimination that was not only painful but also shaped the course of her life. She adds: “From the beginning, my brother had freedom and I had restrictions. He could go out, spend time with his friends, and even have a say in family decisions, but I always had to be quiet, calm, and obedient because I was a girl.”
Former Presidential Spokesperson: Mirwais Azizi Is Deceiving the Taliban — He Doesn’t Even Have 10 Billion Afghanis
His comments come after the Taliban-affiliated state news agency Bakhtar reported the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Taliban’s Ministry of Energy and Water and Mirwais Azizi, CEO of Azizi Energy, allegedly worth $10 billion. Under the agreement, the company is expected to produce 10,000 megawatts of electricity and implement power projects across multiple Afghan provinces by the year 2032.
Mehrmah: A Trans Afghan Woman’s Journey from Violence to Freedom in France
Now living in Paris, Mehrmah describes the pain she endured to escape: “To get here, I’ve survived rape, beatings, humiliation, and a lifetime of abuse.” While life in France is far more free than in Afghanistan or Pakistan, she still encounters discrimination—mainly from members of her own community.
