Afghan women's radio station to resume after Taliban lift suspension

Radio Begum 'repeatedly requested' restart of broadcasting, Ministry says

A microphone, a headset, and other equipment are seen at the desk of a radio studio in Ghazni province, Afghanistan, in July 2019. © AP

February 23, 2025 20:37 JST

(AP) -- An Afghan women's radio station will resume broadcasts after the Taliban lifted their suspension over alleged cooperation with an overseas TV channel.

Radio Begum launched on International Women's Day in March 2021, five months before the Taliban seized power amid the chaotic withdrawal of U.S. and NATO troops.