The Security Council session is expected to review political, security, economic and humanitarian developments in Afghanistan over the past three months.
According to the Security Council, Afghanistan remains one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises, with an estimated 21.9 million people requiring assistance this year.
Israel has kept up strikes in southern Lebanon, and has said its forces would not withdraw or halt operations in the country amid increasing friction with...
Trump said that parties were working to separate the issue of reopening the strait from the conflict in Lebanon.
He warned that repeating past mistakes could further destabilize Pashtun and Baloch regions, pushing them into deeper political and security crises.
During the call, Sharaa emphasized that lifting the remaining U.S. sanctions on Syria is essential for reviving the country’s economy and attracting foreign investment.
Uranium is highly enriched when it has reached 20% purity, and weapons-grade as of around 90%.
Mujahid also said Afghan security forces had made major gains against what he referred to as “seditionist networks,” stressing that security and stability had improved across...
China and Russia highlighted mechanisms as important channels for pursuing a political settlement and supporting long-term stability in Afghanistan.
He said issues between Afghanistan and Pakistan should be resolved through political dialogue and diplomacy rather than the use of force.
Both sides discussed the need for practical steps to strengthen relations between Kabul and Islamabad amid ongoing regional diplomatic efforts concerning Afghanistan.
According to the ministry, the discussions focused on China-Afghanistan relations as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest.
Tehran also wants compensation for war damage, an end to the U.S. naval blockade, a guarantee of no further attacks, and resumption of Iranian oil sales.
Iran's top joint military command, Khatam al-Anbiya, said Iran's armed forces are "ready to pull the trigger" in the event of any renewed U.S. attack.
The meeting took place at the Presidential Palace in Kabul, where the Qatari envoy described relations between Afghanistan and Qatar as historic and strong.
The election for new non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council is scheduled to take place in New York City on June 3, 2026.
Both sides also exchanged views on strengthening diplomatic engagement and exploring future economic cooperation.
The U.S. State Department and White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
One of Trump's central objectives in launching military strikes against Iran was to ensure Tehran does not develop a nuclear weapon.
When asked what Iran would need to do to violate the ceasefire, Trump said: "Well, you'll find out, because I'll let you know ... They know...
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