This short documentary is a part of a special VOA series marking the August 15, 2021, one-year anniversary of the Taliban regaining control in Afghanistan. The series covers a variety of subjects, such as data-based analyses of the Taliban’s record of governance and human rights, eyewitness accounts of the day Kabul fell, stories of Afghan refugees around the world, and other topics. Shams Sanam ran for his life in response to a caller who threatened to sever his head. The new Afghanistan⁶5 under the Taliban had no place for musicians.The 27-year-old rabab player was able to flee to the neighbouring country of Pakistan, but he has had a difficult time adjusting to life without a job or a support system.
Pet food and water are in extremely short supply at many animal shelters in Ukraine, and many others have been destroyed. Local volunteers are putting their lives in danger to save the animals, and they are getting help from abroadUk
Bangladeshis say they are suffering from inflated costs for food and gas after the government imposed a steep hike on fuel prices last week, an overnight move that has deepened economic discontent and spurred street protests in the South Asian nation
At least 15 civilians died during fierce fighting between the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) and junta forces in Hpakant township, in Myanmar’s northernmost Kachin state
They say that in addition to fighting for Ukraine, they are also fighting for equal rights.VOA talked to Ukrainian soldiers who are also members of the LGBTQ communit
This visual explainer is a part of a special VOA series marking the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan on August 15, 2021, one year ago. The series covers a variety of topics, such as data-based analyses of the Taliban’s record of governance and human rights, eyewitness accounts of the day Kabul fell, stories of Afghan refugees around the world, and more
Britain is suffering from a labour shortage brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, just like other nations in Europe. However, as they settle into their new homes, the shortage offers vital chances for the thousands of Ukrainians who have fled the fighting in their country
Myanmar’s military pounded the Sagaing townships of Tabayin, Ye-U and Ayadaw with a third day of attacks by air and land, residents and anti-junta fighters said Thursday, following a vow by the junta to restore the embattled region “to its original state.”
The UNESCO Creative Cities Network’s inclusion of Srinagar has brought optimism to artists in turbulent Kashmir
After three days of fierce fighting, an apparent cease-fire between Israel and the Islamic Jihad appears to be holding. The 2 million Palestinians who live there continue to confront difficulties, as evidenced by the most recent fighting in Gaza. 95% of the water is undrinkable, and unemployment and poverty are also rampant