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U.S. Envoy Says Backing Syria's Interim Leader Key to Countering Iran and ISIS

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- U.S. envoy Tom Barrak stressed support for Syria's interim president Ahmad al-Shar'a is vital to curb Iran's influence, prevent ISIS's resurgence, and stabilize the conflict-tor... Read More


Pakistan's Bajaur Assembly Calls for TTP Fighters to Leave for Afghanistan

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- An assembly in Pakistan's Bajaur district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province urged Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) fighters to leave the area and return to Afghanistan, reflecting gro... Read More


Pakistan Closes Ghulam Khan Border Crossing to Afghanistan's Travelers

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- Pakistan has closed the Ghulam Khan border crossing to Afghanistan's travelers, enforcing stricter visa and passport rules and raising concerns about disrupted trade, movement, ... Read More


Court Indicates Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order Could Be Unconstitutional

Afghanistan, Aug. 2 -- A U.S. appeals court expressed deep skepticism toward President Trump's order limiting birthright citizenship, suggesting the directive may violate the Constitution as legal cha... Read More


India Halts Russian Oil Purchases After Heavy U.S. Tariff Threats

Afghanistan, Aug. 1 -- India's state refineries halted Russian oil purchases as U.S. tariff threats and shrinking discounts pressured Moscow, marking a major shift in global energy trade dynamics. As... Read More


Russian Strike on Kyiv Kills 13, Injures Over 130

Afghanistan, Aug. 1 -- A Russian overnight drone and missile assault on Kyiv killed 13, including a child, and injured 132, as rescue teams scramble to save trapped civilians. At least 13 people, inc... Read More


FAO Report: Afghanistan Ranked World's Most Food-Insecure Country for 2024-2025

Afghanistan, Aug. 1 -- FAO reports Afghanistan remains the most food-insecure nation worldwide, with 75% facing livelihood instability and over 12 million urgently needing food aid as drought and pove... Read More


White House Unveils New Tariff Plan, Raising Rates for Deficit Nations

Afghanistan, Aug. 1 -- The White House announced a new tariff policy, imposing 15% rates on nations with trade deficits and keeping 10% for surplus countries, sparking global trade concerns. The Whit... Read More


UNHCR: Nearly 1.2 Million Afghans Returned From Pakistan in Nine Months

Afghanistan, Aug. 1 -- Nearly 1.2 million Afghans have returned from Pakistan since September 2023, UNHCR reports, warning many face dire conditions and urging urgent aid to prevent a worsening humani... Read More


Microsoft Reaches $4 Trillion Valuation, Becomes World's Second Most Valuable Company

Afghanistan, Aug. 1 -- Microsoft has reached a $4 trillion valuation, driven by AI innovation and cloud services growth, securing its position as the world's second most valuable publicly traded compa... Read More