The move comes days after US officials met with the Taliban government to secure the release of an American tourist.

Peter and Barbie Reynolds were arrested by the Taliban in February while returning to their home in Bamiyan.

George Glezmann's release comes after talks between US and Taliban officials in Kabul.

An overview of the media in Afghanistan, including links to broadcasters and newspapers.

Provides an overview of Afghanistan, including key dates and facts about this Asian country.

US aid funding enabled the women to study in Oman - but their scholarships have been abruptly terminated.

Critics say the government is failing Afghans at risk of deportation back to the Taliban-led country.

Pakistani officials have set a deadline to expel foreign nationals living illegally in the country.