Western Union has suspended their services in Afghanistan due to the crisis sweeping the country. The company says they are committed to resuming operations once conditions permit, as they understand the urgent need people have to receive funds. With the ongoing situation in Afghanistan, there have been bank closures and complications with their agents’ ability to operate. Their services have been suspended from August 18th, 2021 until further notice.
See "Western Union has suspended their services in Afghanistan", Tom Arnold, Reuters, August 20, 2021