1,500 days without school: Afghan girls trapped between lost futures and forced marriages
“When I was in seventh grade, school closed. I thought it would reopen in a few weeks — but that day never came,” one girl said....
Iranian official says Afghan deportations have caused labor costs to double
Saeed Lotfi said the recent expulsions have left a major gap in Iran’s construction workforce....
Istanbul talks ‘break down’ after Pakistan’s ultimatum for Taliban: Geo News
They urged the Taliban to change what one official described as its “tolerant posture” toward armed groups hostile to Pakistan, including the Tehrik-i-Talib...
Taliban-Pakistan talks in Istanbul conclude with agreement to continue negotiations
The talks, mediated by Turkey, focused on counterterrorism cooperation, border security, and mechanisms to reduce cross-border hostilities....
Taliban delegation travels to Turkey for ceasefire talks
The ceasefire, brokered with the help of mediators from Qatar and Turkey, followed intense fighting along the border....
Pakistan releases 58 Afghan nationals from detention
The individuals had been arrested in various parts of Pakistan and held for periods ranging from one day to two months....
Afghanistan’s wrestling team heads to Bahrain for Asian youth competition
The team includes three athletes and is part of Afghanistan’s broader participation in the multi-sport event....
Taliban defense minister says no global definition of ‘terrorist,’ rejects Pakistan’s terms
“There is no definitive or internationally agreed-upon definition of the term," Mujahid said....