Taliban3 days agoUS detainee Dennis Coyle released by Taliban after more than a yearCoyle, who was working as a language researcher, according to his family, was arrested in January 2025.3 days ago27 Feb 2026Why are Afghanistan and Pakistan fighting?The two sides have different versions of how and why the deadly dispute began.27 Feb 202627 Feb 2026Pakistan defence minister says country in 'open war' with Afghanistan after strikesThe latest attacks by Pakistan follow months of clashes between the two countries. despite agreeing to a fragile ceasefire in October.27 Feb 202622 Feb 2026Pakistan launches deadly strikes on AfghanistanPakistan says the strikes were retaliation for recent suicide bombings in the country.22 Feb 202613 Feb 2026British couple held by Taliban describe 'culture shock' returning to UKPeter and Barbie Reynolds were released by the Taliban in September after being detained for seven-and-a-half months.13 Feb 202623 Jan 2026Frank Gardner: Not only Americans risked life and limb to serve in AfghanistanBrits, Canadians and Danes were among those who saw the toughest fighting, writes the BBC's security correspondent.23 Jan 202623 Jan 2026Taliban release female athlete, 22, after 13 days in jailKhadija Ahmadzada was detained for being in "violation" of rules "regarding women's sports gyms", a Taliban spokesman said.23 Jan 202620 Jan 2026China demands Taliban protect its citizens after deadly Kabul blastThe Islamic State group says they were behind the blast in Kabul, but police say they are still investigating the cause.20 Jan 202615 Jan 2026Rift at top of the Taliban: BBC reveals clash of wills behind internet shutdownThe Taliban leader once warned of a split: A BBC investigation reveals how attitudes to women, the internet and religion are dividing the group at the very top.15 Jan 2026...
