AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAfghanistan-Russia Security Ties: Russia’s first International Security Forum in Moscow ended with a Military Cooperation Agreement with the Taliban, with reports saying it includes air defence support, ground hardware and training—raising the stakes for regional security. Taliban-Pakistan Tensions: Taliban defense minister Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid told the Moscow conference that some countries are trying to destabilize Afghanistan, amid ongoing disputes with Pakistan over alleged TTP activity. Trade & Connectivity: Afghanistan says it has boosted the Uzbekistan–Mazar-i-Sharif rail corridor by opening a new freight facility on the Hairatan line, aiming to raise capacity and move goods faster. Women’s Livelihoods in Ghor: Women in Ghor report Taliban restrictions plus reduced international aid have crippled small businesses like poultry, livestock, tailoring and embroidery, leaving them without capital or support. Humanitarian & Rights Watch: UN-linked reporting highlights continued pressure on Afghan women’s rights and education access, alongside concerns about shrinking aid and worsening conditions. Sports (Youth): AFC U20 Asian Cup qualifiers draw placed Afghanistan in a group with Bahrain, Jordan and Tajikistan, with matches set for late August to early September in a new format.
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