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Tuesday 3 Nov 2026 · Kabul 7:36 AM
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deforestation

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Illegal cutting of forest trees goes unchecked in Paktika

Pine nut and oak trees are illegally cut down and sold in three districts of southeastern Paktika province including Shakin, Warmami and Zerok, residents say, insisting arbitrary deforestation is a crime under Afghanistan’s laws. Sabir Gul, a resident…

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Residents ask govt to stop deforestation in Paktika

Residents of southern Paktika province say jungle trees in their areas are being cut down by powerful figures and people for selling them as firewood, asking the government to stop the illegal practice. Niamatullah Zadran, a resident of…