The article presents a visual account of World Children's Day as observed in a refugee camp in Kabul, Afghanistan, on November 20, 2020. Through the photographs taken by Rahmatullah Alizadah, the article depicts the lives of children in the camp, highlighting the innocence and resilience of the young ones in the face of adversity. One photo shows children playing, while another captures a tender moment of a girl holding her little sister, providing a glimpse into the daily life within the refugee camp.

The article discusses the Afghan women's soccer league, highlighting the challenges and progress made by female athletes in Afghanistan. It describes the championship game between Herat Storm and Kabul Fortress, noting the conservative attire and gender segregation at the event. The article recounts the history of the Kabul stadium, once a site of Taliban punishments, and the journey of Herat Storm's captain, Sabria Nawrozi, who faced societal and militant threats for playing soccer. Despite the league's temporary shutdown in 2017 and allegations of abuse against the federation's president, the league restarted, partly due to international pressure. The article also touches on the personal stories of players like Adiba Ganji, who aspires to play professionally. However, the ongoing peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban pose a new threat to women's soccer, as the Taliban consider women playing in public unIslamic. The article ends with Nawrozi's team winning the championship and her concerns about the future of women's soccer in Afghanistan.

The article is a brief photo news report showcasing a fashion show that took place in Kabul, Afghanistan, on November 4, 2019. The fashion show featured models, including a child model, presenting traditional costumes of ethnic groups from Afghanistan. The photos were taken by Rahmatullah Alizadah, a photographer for Xinhua, the Chinese state news agency. The event highlighted the cultural diversity and traditional attire of Afghanistan's ethnic communities.

The Taliban launched a significant attack on Ghazni, a provincial capital in Afghanistan, resulting in at least 14 Afghan policemen killed and 20 wounded. The assault began in the early hours, with Taliban fighters infiltrating the city and engaging in daylong clashes with Afghan forces. The Taliban destroyed a telecommunications tower and set a local TV building on fire, disrupting communications. U.S. forces provided air support with attack helicopters and a drone strike. An Afghan military helicopter crash-landed during the fighting. The Taliban's spring offensive continues to challenge Afghan forces despite government offers of a cease-fire and negotiations. The situation in Ghazni remains tense, with the city on lockdown and residents fearing for their safety. The attack in Ghazni underscores the ongoing difficulties faced by Afghan forces in countering the Taliban insurgency.

On Tuesday, Taliban suicide bombers launched an attack on a police station in Pul-i-Alam, the capital of Logar province, Afghanistan, killing at least 20 people, including two civilians, and wounding eight others. The assault began with a bomber detonating explosives at the police headquarters' gate, followed by another explosion at a security checkpoint. Subsequent attackers targeted a dining hall where police officers were eating lunch. The attackers wore police uniforms to infiltrate the compound. The Taliban, through spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, claimed responsibility for the attack. This incident is part of an increased wave of attacks by the Taliban on Afghan security forces following the end of the U.S. and NATO combat mission.

In a recent Taliban attack on the National Directorate of Security (NDS) in Ghazni, Afghanistan, at least 14 individuals were killed, including 12 security personnel. The attack involved a vehicle bomb detonation at the gates of the NDS provincial headquarters, followed by a ground assault by suicide attackers. The deputy governor of Ghazni Province, Mohammad Ali Ahmadi, reported that 15 insurgents targeted the NDS headquarters and neighboring buildings, which included a Quick Reaction Force unit. The Quick Reaction Force suffered eight fatalities and 10 injuries, while the deputy police chief, Asadullah Insafi, reported additional casualties including four police officers and two civilians, with 136 others wounded.

An Afghan worker transports ballot boxes by helicopter to a warehouse in Ghazni province on April 8, 2014, following a presidential election in which millions voted despite Taliban threats and difficult weather. Presidential candidates raised concerns about fraud, while world leaders praised voter turnout and called for patience as ballots were counted.

On April 5, 2014, Afghanistan held elections with over 7 million participants despite terrorist threats and attacks. The voter turnout was notably high, surpassing that of many established democracies. International leaders, including U.S. President Barack Obama and NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen, praised the elections and the Afghan determination for democracy. The article emphasizes the importance of these elections for Afghanistan's future, highlighting the country's rejection of terrorism and commitment to democratic values. It also stresses that the electoral process was led by Afghans with international support. The author, M. Ashraf Haidari, warns against sidelining Afghanistan in the peace process and urges the international community to respect the Afghan-led, Afghan-owned, and Afghan-controlled approach, especially in negotiations with the Taliban.