India Setting Up 'Anti-terrorism Squads' After Taliban's Afghanistan Takeover

A state government in North India known for its Hindu-first moves is increasing its number of “anti-terrorism squads” in the wake of the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. Meanwhile, a Muslim member of parliament appeared to support the Taliban on social media, sparking online harassment against Muslims.

Asia, NewsShuriah NiaziSeptember 1, 2021Primary Feature, India, Muslims in India, BJP, Uttar Pradesh, anti-terrorism squads, ATS, taliban, Taliban Takeoveer, Afghan collapse, discrimination against muslims, Secondary FeatureComment

As Afghan government collapses, Christians work to help volunteers leave

John and Jan Bradley have spent years building schools and trying to improve life in war-torn Afghanistan. Amid the Taliban’s takeover after U.S. troops withdrew, they are helping other volunteers and colleagues evacuate the country. Anyone who helped the Bradleys is in danger.

Asia, NewsCheryl Mann BaconAugust 16, 2021Primary Feature, Afghanistan, Afghan collapse, Taliban, Christians in Afghanistan, Secondary FeatureComment

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