Afghanistan expresses condolences after deadly helicopter crash in Qatar

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan has expressed condolences to the governments and people of Qatar and Turkey following a deadly helicopter crash in Qatar....

IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan named Sunrisers’ interim captain ahead of opening clash

Kishan, 27, arrives at the leadership role on the back of strong recent form and growing stature in international cricket.

Pakistan seeks Russian mediation to resolve Afghanistan tensions

Pakistan’s ambassador to Russia, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, has confirmed that Islamabad has asked Moscow to mediate in the ongoing conflict with Afghanistan. In an interview with...

World must re-engage to prevent all-out Afghanistan-Pakistan war: Financial Times

In an opinion article published on Sunday, Financial Times warned that rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan risk spiraling into a wider conflict, and urged the...

UN chief urges investment in water systems to advance gender equality

Marking World Water Day, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Sunday stressed that access to safe water and sanitation is essential for protecting the rights and health...

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un reappointed as president of state affairs, KCNA says

North Korean leader ​Kim Jong Un was reappointed as president of state affairs, ‌state media KCNA reported on Monday, after the isolated nation convened the first...

Tahawol: Possibility of US ground forces entering Iran war discussed

Water crisis deepens in Afghanistan as families struggle for access

Traditional sources such as wells and karezes—underground channels that have sustained communities for generations—are now under severe strain.

Saar: Using US prisoners as political pressure

Afghani strengthens nearly 10% against US dollar amid banking sector reforms

The bank said it has expanded oversight of financial institutions and private lenders, improving transparency and promoting more consistent standards across the sector.

Iran says Hormuz open to all but ‘enemy-linked’ ships

The threat of Iranian attacks during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has kept most ships from getting through the narrow strait, the conduit for around a...

Deadly violence likely without dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan: ICG

The International Crisis Group (ICG) has warned that rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan risk spiralling into further deadly conflict unless both sides return to dialogue....

Pakistani military violates Afghanistan ceasefire again

Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy spokesman of the Islamic Emirate, said that a mortar shell of the Pakistani military regime hit Shanpat area of ​​Nari district of Kunar...

IEA allegedly appoints envoy to Berlin embassy ‘without Germany’s approval’

Germany was not informed of the appointment of a new Afghan diplomat in Berlin, according to a report by public broadcaster ARD, raising fresh questions about...

Tahawol: Pakistan’s efforts to destabilise Afghanistan

Saar: Decline in international assistance to Afghanistan

Afghanistan secures third place at 2026 World Kokpar Championship

The national buzkashi team of Afghanistan delivered an impressive performance to claim third place at the 2026 World Kokpar Championship in Kazakhstan. Afghanistan dominated the group...

Trump ‘will not rest’ until all American detainees freed in Afghanistan, aide says

Sebastian Gorka, Deputy Assistant to U.S. President Donald Trump, says efforts are ongoing to secure the release of all Americans detained in Afghanistan. In a post on...

FIFA World Cup 2026: Play-Off Tournament takes centre stage

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest edition of the tournament in history, featuring 48 teams and hosted jointly by the United States, Canada,...

Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz oil blockade

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to “obliterate” Iran’s power plants if Tehran does not fully reopen the Strait of ​Hormuz within 48 hours, a...