Taliban mark five years in power as aid and rights groups highlight crises
Most outlets reported that the Taliban marked five years in power, with some noting the government's efforts to present stability while others highlighted tightening restrictions and humanitarian concerns. Several emphasized the contrast between the Taliban's portrayal of control and warnings from aid and rights groups about escalating crises. One outlet mentioned the celebration's public displays, such as flags and military vehicles, while others noted the restrictions on daily life and women's rights in passing.
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Taliban mark five years in power as aid groups warn of crisis
KABUL/ISLAMABAD: The Taliban marked five years in power on Saturday, seeking to portray their government as in control even as aid and rights groups warned of escalating crises. Outside the former US embassy in Kabul, armoured Taliban vehicles took part in a parade, displaying flags and banners, and celebrating what the government described as “victory day” from Western domination. Internationa...
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Taliban mark 5 years in power as aid groups warn of crisis
Five years on, their government remains internationally unrecognised, with Russia the only country to have formally recognised it
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Street rallies held as Taliban govt marks five years ruling Afghanistan
The Taliban government celebrated five years of ruling Afghanistan on Saturday, with supporters taking to the streets, while critics decried tightening restrictions in all areas of daily life.
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Taliban mark five years in power as Afghanistan faces humanitarian, rights challenges
The Taliban marked five years in power on Saturday, seeking to portray their government as in control even as aid and rights groups warned of escalating crises. Outside the former US embassy in Kabul, armoured Taliban vehicles took part in a parade, displaying flags and banners, and celebrating what the government described as “victory day” from Western domination. Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Tal...
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Taliban mark 5 years in power as aid groups warn of crisis
The Taliban marked five years in power on Saturday, seeking to portray their government as in control even as aid and rights groups warned of escalating crises. Outside the former US embassy in Kabul, armoured Taliban vehicles took part in a parade, displaying flags and banners, and celebrating what the government described as “victory day” from Western domination. Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Talib...
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