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  2. Official languagesPashto · Dari
    GovernmentUnitary totalitarian provisional theocratic Islamic emirate
    LegislatureNone
    CurrencyAfghani (افغانى) (AFN)
    Etymology

    Some scholars suggest that the root name Afghān is derived from the Sanskrit word Aśvakan, which was the name used for ancient inhabitants of the Hindu Kush. Aśvakan literally means "horsemen", "horse breeders", … See more

    History

    Excavations of prehistoric sites suggest that humans were living in what is now Afghanistan at least 50,000 years ago, and that farming communities in the area were among the earliest in the world. An important si… See more

    Geography

    Afghanistan is located in Southern-Central Asia. The region centered at Afghanistan is considered the "crossroads of Asia", and the country has had the nickname Heart of Asia. The renowned Urdu poet Allama Iqbal once wrote … See more

    Government and politics

    Following the effective collapse of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan during the 2021 Taliban offensive, the Taliban declared the country an Islamic Emirate. A new caretaker government was announced on 7 Septe… See more

     
  1. Afghanistan | History, Map, Flag, Capital, Population,

    1 day ago · Afghanistan is a landlocked multiethnic country located in the heart of south-central Asia.

  2. Afghans - Wikipedia

    Afghans are the citizens and nationals of Afghanistan, as well as their descendants in the Afghan diaspora. Learn about their diverse ethnic origins, languages, religions, and historical …

  3. They Were Waiting for Flights. Then Trump Closed a Door for …

    3 days ago · An executive order has halted refugee flights for Afghans who supported the American mission in Afghanistan and had been approved to resettle in the U.S. By David …

  4. Afghanistan News: Latest Afghanistan News Today | AP News

    Stay informed on the latest Afghanistan news and current events. Read AP News for daily updates on news in Afghanistan.

  5. Afghanistan - Simple English Wikipedia, the free …

    Learn about Afghanistan, a country in Asia with a history of war and poverty. Find out about its geography, economy, culture, government and more.

  6. Afghanistan - The World Factbook

    Jan 16, 2025 · A comprehensive overview of Afghanistan's geography, people, society, government, economy, and history. Learn about the country's location, climate, natural resources, ethnic groups, languages, religions, and more.

  7. A Timeline Of Afghanistan's 4 Decades Of Instability : NPR

    Aug 19, 2021 · Afghans have lived through foreign invasions, civil war, insurgency and a previous period of oppressive Taliban rule. Here are some key events and dates from the past four …

  8. Afghanistan - The World Factbook

    Dec 21, 2021 · A comprehensive overview of Afghanistan's geography, people, society, government, economy, and more. Learn about the history, culture, challenges, and …

  9. Afghanistan country profile - BBC News

    Aug 15, 2023 · Landlocked and mountainous, Afghanistan has suffered from such chronic instability and conflict during its modern history that its economy and infrastructure are in ruins, …