Dhaka in touch with stranded citizens in Afghanistan: MoFA

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday said the government is in regular touch with the stranded Bangladeshi nationals in Afghanistan and has taken every measure for their safe and orderly departure from the troubled country. So far, the government has facilitated the return of around 20 of them from Afghanistan,

Afghanistan: Using Women as a political weapon?

The World Bank has suspended aid to Afghanistan, saying it is "deeply concerned" by the situation there, especially regarding women's rights, after the Taliban seized power, reports AP. Western media has also focused on the situation of women and the consequences of Taliban seizing power. One therefore finds it difficult

Dhaka seeks UN steps for peace in Afghanistan

Bangladesh has called upon United Nations (UN) to take concrete steps for establishing and sustaining peace in Afghanistan through inclusive political dialogue.     "An Afghan-led and Afghan-owned inclusive political dialogue anchored on national sovereignty and territorial integrity is essential for establishing and sustaining peace in Afghanistan", said Bangladesh Permanent Representative to the

Was the 20 years US stay in Afghanistan worth it?

Two decades fighting the “war without end” did end but rather embarrassedly with the US hightailing amidst massive confusion and disarray leaving its allies perplexed. Biden is getting all the heat but several presidents have served since the take over two decades ago. Questions are now being thrown at the

Dhaka calls for lasting peace in Afghanistan

Bangladesh has sought effective steps to establish lasting peace in Afghanistan, ensure safety of Afghan people and evacuate all foreign nationals including Bangladeshis safely. Bangladesh Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dr Mohammad Javed Patwary made the call at an emergency meeting of permanent representatives of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation held in

Where did we go so wrong in Afghanistan?

President Biden’s decision to finally withdraw US forces from Afghanistan was the correct decision and certainly overdue. However, the lack of preparation to do so orderly and safely was yet another terrible mistake in a string of mistakes that have plagued the US from day one. Righting the wrong In his address

Did Russia and China jointly produce the new Taliban?

The Taliban right now are saying the following: – Women can get an education all the way to college and to continue to work. Wear the hijab-Qatar or Iran style- but no burqa needed. Women’s rights within the limits of “Islamic law.” – No enemies, no threats, no revenge. This is a

A long war and a weakening power doesn’t work

How could the US lose? This is asked by its admirers and skeptics alike.  The Taliban are pajama clad warriors with long beards and stolen guns and this is the US with trillions and the best arsenal in the world. But the reality is now before us. The US departure,

Taliban announces general amnesty; Urges women to join govt

A Taliban official has announced a general "amnesty" for all in Afghanistan and urged women to join its government, reports AP. Enamullah Samangani, member of Islamic Emirate's cultural commission, made the comments Tuesday on Afghan state television, which the militants now control. "The Islamic Emirate don't want women to be victims," he