No spoils of war: Syria’s new ruler lays down the law to loyalists

“I didn’t know the salaries the government pays were this high!” Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa joked after more than 100 loyalists arrived at his former rebel...

Testing US nuclear arsenal is important to national security, Vance says

Testing the U.S. nuclear arsenal is important to ensuring national security, Vice President JD Vance said on Thursday after President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. military...

Afghanistan U17 futsal team crowned champions at Asian Youth Games

Afghanistan’s Under-17 boys’ futsal team made history by clinching the gold medal at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, defeating Iran 2–1 in a thrilling final...

Tahawol: Kabul-Islamabad possible talks in Turkey discussed

Saar: CSTO’s concern on Afghanistan’s security situation discussed

Another US sanctions waiver for Iran port boosts India’s Afghanistan plan

According to reliable sources, the existing waiver expired on Tuesday, but following intensive negotiations, India succeeded in obtaining an extension from Washington.

Israel kills more than 100 in strikes after soldier’s death, says it still backs ceasefire

Israel said on Wednesday it remains committed to the U.S.-backed ceasefire in Gaza, despite its retaliation for the death of an Israeli soldier with day-long bombardment...

Trump cuts China tariffs to 47% after ‘amazing’ Xi meeting

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday he had agreed to reduce tariffs on China to 47% in exchange for Beijing resuming U.S. soybean purchases, keeping...

Tahawol: Deadlock in Kabul-Islamabad talks in Turkey discussed

Afghanistan cricket team beats Zimbabwe in opening T20I

The Afghanistan national cricket team defeated Zimbabwe by 53 runs in their opening match of the 20-over international series (T20Is). In this match, the Afghanistan national...

Saar: Halt of Kabul–Islamabad talks in Turkey discussed

Afghanistan and Kazakhstan strengthen economic partnership in high-level trade talks

The two sides agreed to accelerate the implementation of existing trade agreements, address transit and banking challenges, and facilitate smoother operations for Afghan traders in Kazakhstan.

Trump says Gaza ceasefire holds, Israel has right to hit back if attacked

"As I understand it, they took out an Israeli soldier," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One. "So the Israelis hit back and they should hit...

Afghanistan U-17 futsal team qualifies for final of 2025 Asian Youth Games after crushing Thailand 9–1

Afghanistan is set to face regional powerhouse Iran in the highly anticipated final match on Thursday, where the two sides will battle for the Asian Youth...

Tahawol: Deadlock in Kabul–Islamabad talks in Turkey

Saar: Truce talks between Kabul-Islamabad in Turkey discussed

Bangladesh U19 scrape win by 5 runs on DLS method

Bangladesh U19 scraped a win today against Afghanistan by five runs on the DLS method. Low light interrupted play at the point where Bangladesh U19 had...

Afghanistan volleyball team secures second place in Central Asia Championship

Afghanistan’s national men’s volleyball team lost 3–2 to Turkmenistan in the final match of the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup Men’s 2025 on Tuesday, securing...

Magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes western Turkey, damages buildings

Emergency teams have been deployed to inspect damaged structures and assist affected residents as aftershocks continue to rattle the region.

Trump praises Japan’s ‘great’ female leader in talks on trade, critical minerals

Takaichi followed other world leaders to recommended Trump for the Peace Prize he has long said he is worthy of.