News from our Missions
26 August 2008 - Following reports of large numbers of civilian casualties caused during military operations in Shindand district of Herat province, UNAMA’s human rights team has now returned from a mission to the affected…
14 September 2008 - This morning, at around 9:40, a United Nations road convoy in Spin Boldak was struck by a vehicle-borne suicide bomb. Dari - Pashto Three people in the convoy were killed. Several bystanders were caught in…
11 October 2008 - "The Cabinet changes that have been announced by the President today reflect the priorities set by the Government of Afghanistan and the Afghan people. Dari & Pashto "This reshuffle demonstrates political…
21 October 2008 - “Yesterday’s killing of five children in Kunduz from a suicide bomb attack; the reports I have seen of beheadings and loss of life on a bus in Kandahar; abductions of innocent Afghans across the country; and…
13 November 2008 - Over the past 24 hours Afghanistan has seen three attacks in which civilians have been the principal victims. UNAMA condemns these acts unequivocally. Dari & Pashto Those responsible have violated the…
13 December 2008 - I strongly condemn the attack where a young boy was allegedly used as a suicide bomber against British forces in Sangin, Helmand. Dari & Pashto My thoughts are with the families and friends of those killed…
2 February 2009 - I am deeply saddened by the news we have received today from Uruzgan province of a bomb attack at a police centre in Tirinkot that has left many dead or wounded. Dari & Pashto This loss of life is a tragedy…
KABUL - This morning's terrorist attacks in Kabul targeted people and institutions committed to building a better future for the country. Dari & Pashto I have conveyed my profound condolences to the President and through him…
5 March 2008 - We share the concern of Afghan people over the controversy that has been created by the publication of the Danish cartoons and the Dutch film. Dari - Pashto We have always believed that the freedom of the media…
29 April 2008 - UNAMA strongly condemns this morning’s suicide attack in Khogiani district of Nangarhar province whose principal victims were reportedly civilians. We share the outrage of all Afghans at such indiscriminate…
NEW YORK - The Secretary-General notes the challenges that Afghanistan and the international community have faced in 2007, and is thankful to all those Member States contributing troops and assets to the NATO-led…