Afghanistan

AfghánistánAfghanistan used to be among the priority countries of Czech development cooperation. Caritas Czech Republic operated here in the past. In 2012, it focused its project on improving food security in the central provinces.

We worked in cooperation with the local non-governmental organization Afghan Women Resource Centre and the Slovak organisation People in Peril.

Articles

Ceasefire is not enough: War continues to threaten civilians, not only in Lebanon
April 27, 2026 News

Ceasefire is not enough: War continues to threaten civilians, not only in Lebanon

A regional conflict that began at the end of February 2026 with an attack on Iran and soon spread to other countries has not stopped despite the announced ceasefire. The situation remains uncertain. In Lebanon, political leaders have advised internally displaced persons not to return home, which represents an opposite approach to the one they took during the conflict in 2024. In the country, almost one-fifth of the population has been forced to leave their homes, and more than one million people remain displaced. Caritas Czech Republic supports them through cooperation with Caritas Lebanon. 

Worsening humanitarian crisis in the Middle East. Caritas Czech Republic is ready to respond
March 9, 2026 News

Worsening humanitarian crisis in the Middle East. Caritas Czech Republic is ready to respond

The security situation in the Middle East continues to deteriorate. Millions of local residents live in uncertainty and danger; they face forced displacement and lack basic necessities. Caritas Czech Republic operates in Syria and Gaza, where we monitor developments. Previously, we helped address the humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, in collaboration with Caritas Lebanon. We remain in contact with our sister organisation and are prepared to respond if needed. At the same time, as a humanitarian organisation, we urge all parties involved in the Middle East conflict to de-escalate immediately and to protect all civilians without exception.

Residents of the Badakhshans province were surprised by the strength of Monday's earthquake
October 28, 2015 Afghanistan

Residents of the Badakhshans province were surprised by the strength of Monday's earthquake

Badakhshan is one of the poorest areas of Afghanistan, which often experiences floods, snowstorms and landslides. Local valleys and mountains complicate access to all areas of the province and they are accustomed to earthquakes. As a rule, it doesn’t lead to high loss of life because of the small population. Throughout Badakshan live less than a million people.