Kabul
Pakistan, Afghan forces exchange fire after airstrikes deepen tensions
The incident, just days after Pakistani airstrikes, is the latest flare-up along the border since the declaration of the October ceasefire.
Pakistan escalates tensions with Afghanistan, targets Taliban hideouts after bombings
Pakistan strikes Afghanistan targets after blaming attacks on Afghan terrorists
Taliban frees three Pakistani soldiers in Saudi-mediated move
Taliban will offer aid to Tehran if US strikes Iran, group spokesperson confirms
Mujahid clarified that the Taliban would show sympathy and possibly cooperate with Iran if requested, but the group is not committing to joining a retaliatory war against the US.
Blast kills seven at Chinese-run restaurant in Afghan capital, Islamic State claims responsibility
The noodle restaurant was jointly run by a Chinese Muslim, Abdul Majid, his wife, and an Afghan partner, Abdul Jabbar Mahmood, and served the Chinese Muslim community, a police spokesperson said.
Why are tensions flaring again between Afghanistan and Pakistan? - explainer
Taliban claim Pakistani air strikes in eastern Afghanistan killed 9 children and a woman. Tensions rise amid cross-border attacks and accusations involving militants and India.
Kabul must rein in militants for ceasefire to hold, says Pakistan
Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a fragile ceasefire after deadly border clashes, with Islamabad warning that any militant incursions from Afghan soil would violate the deal.
Pakistan closes border with Afghanistan following exchanges of fire
Afghan troops opened fire on Pakistani border posts late Saturday, with the country's ministry of defense saying this was in retaliation for Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan earlier in the week.
Taliban rejects Trump demand to return Bagram Air Base
Taliban rejects Trump’s demand to return Bagram Air Base, citing Afghanistan’s sovereignty under the Doha Agreement. Trump warns “bad things” could follow if the US doesn’t regain control.
From Copper Coins to Bone Tools: Kabul Receives Rare Artifacts for Restoration After Decades of War
The Taliban is moving a cache including pottery, metal, glass and ivory pieces, some over 5,000 years old, from a mine.
Guardian forced Afghan man into hiding after using his picture in LGBT-related article - lawsuit
The man's lawyer claimed, “He was forced to go into hiding due to the extremists and homophobic views that are prevalent in the Iranian and Afghan community."
Taliban and Iran's top diplomats meet to tackle migrants, water rights, and security
This meeting between foreign ministers is the highest-level delegation publicized since the Taliban returned to power in 2021.
Afghan women establishing networks against Taliban to fight for rights - report
Girls are not allowed to continue their education after sixth grade in the country. They are barred from studying at university and women's secondary schools closed down.
