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National anthems of Afghanistan
“This Is the Home of the Brave” (Pashto: دا د باتورانو کور, romanized: Dā də bātorāno kor) is a Pashto-language nasheed serving as the national anthem of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. As a cappella song, it adheres to the Taliban’s prohibition on musical instruments, considering their haram (religiously prohibited). The nasheed is derived from the communist-era song “Da De Azadi Khawra.” While the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan had formal…
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Afghanistan
Afghanistan flag icons PNG, SVG, WEBP and JPEG
Download Afghanistan flag icons PNG, SVG, WEBP and JPEG for free from here. The national flag of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, adopted on 15 August 2021 following the Taliban’s victory in the 2001–2021 war, features a white field with a black Shahada inscribed. Since the 20th century, Afghanistan has changed its national flag several times. The national flag had black, red and green colours most of the time during the period. In contrast, the tricolour flag…
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Gardez
Gardez is the capital of the Paktia Province of Afghanistan. The population of the city was estimated to be ca. 10,000 in the 1979 census and was estimated to be 70,000 in 2008. Surrounded by the mountains and deserts of the Hindu Kush, which boil up from the valley floor to the north, east and west, it is the axis of commerce for a huge area of eastern Afghanistan and has been a strategic…
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Lashkargah (Lashkar Gah)
Lashkargah is a city in southern Afghanistan and serves as the capital of Helmand Province. It is a significant urban centre in the region and has experienced the effects of conflict and instability due to the broader geopolitical situation in Afghanistan. Helmand Province, where Lashkargah is located, has been a focal point of military operations and has faced challenges related to insurgency and drug production. The city has seen periods…
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Jalalabad
Jalalabad is a city in eastern Afghanistan, situated in the Nangarhar Province. It is one of the major cities in the region and serves as the capital of Nangarhar Province. The city is located in the Kabul River valley near the border with Pakistan. The region around Jalalabad is known for its agricultural activities, and the city has played a role in connecting Afghanistan with neighbouring countries through trade routes.…
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Aybak
Aybak is a city in northern Afghanistan and is the capital of Samangan Province. Samangan Province is located in the central part of the country. Aybak has historical significance and is known for its cultural heritage. The earliest known history is linked to the identification of the place by Ptolemy as the place of the Varni or Uarni and the fortified city of Samangan on the banks of the Khulm River, identical to the city on the Dargydus…
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Herat
Herat is a city located in western Afghanistan. It is the capital of Herat Province and is one of the country’s largest and historically significant cities. Herat has a rich history that dates back over 2,000 years, with influences from various civilizations, including Persian, Greek, Mongol, and others. The city has been a centre of trade, culture, and learning throughout its history. Herat was an important city along the ancient…
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Kunduz
Kunduz is a city in northern Afghanistan and is the capital city of the Kunduz Province. The province is located in the northeastern part of the country and is known for its diverse ethnic and linguistic composition. The majority of the population in Kunduz is of Pashtun and Tajik ethnicities. The capital city, Kunduz, has been the site of military operations and clashes between Afghan government forces, Taliban insurgents, and…
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Taloqan
Taloqan is a city in northern Afghanistan and serves as the capital of Takhar Province. It is located in the northeastern part of the country, approximately 280 kilometres (174 miles) northeast of the capital city, Kabul. Taloqan is situated in a fertile valley surrounded by mountains.
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Ghazni
Ghazni is a historic city in central Afghanistan, located in the eastern part of the country. It serves as the capital of Ghazni Province. The city has a rich history that dates back over 1,500 years. Ghazni was an important centre of trade, culture, and political power during various periods of its history.