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Taliban Internet Shutdown Paralyzes Kabul Airport, Threatens Stability

12/30/2025

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Afghanistan's main airport is at a standstill due to the Taliban-imposed nationwide internet shutdown.
The shutdown began on Monday and disrupted communication, banking, and online education, hitting women and girls hardest.
Kabul airport is nearly deserted.
Some Kabul banks remain open but face huge crowds and limited cash.
The United Nations warns this disruption threatens economic stability and worsens the humanitarian crisis.

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Story summary

Afghanistan's main airport is at a standstill due to the Taliban-imposed nationwide internet shutdown.
The shutdown began on Monday and disrupted communication, banking, and online education, hitting women and girls hardest.
Kabul airport is nearly deserted.
Some Kabul banks remain open but face huge crowds and limited cash.
The United Nations warns this disruption threatens economic stability and worsens the humanitarian crisis.