Taliban say foreign nationals not detained ‘for bargaining’ after US move
The ministry said they hope the issue can be resolved through ongoing dialogue and “constructive engagement.”
Politics
Politics, South Asia
Pakistan PM says country facing terrorism along western border
“At this tense time for the region, Pakistan continues to pursue solutions through wisdom and diplomacy,” Sharif said.
Politics
UN envoy warns regional tensions and Taliban policies threaten Afghanistan’s stability
Gagnon said the conflict has disrupted trade routes and added pressure to Afghanistan’s fragile economy.
Politics
US designates Afghanistan a ‘state sponsor of wrongful detention’
“The Taliban continue to use terrorist tactics to seek policy concessions, but it won’t work under this administration," Robio said.
Politics
US envoy urges review of aid to Afghanistan
“It has been four long, frankly painful years since the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan,” Waltz said.
Immigration
14 migrants drown after boat capsizes off Turkey’s Antalya coast
Passengers aboard the vessel were migrants from Afghanistan, including women and children, officials said.
Politics
Muttaqi: We face ‘imposed war’ with Pakistan
Muttaqi also criticized Pakistan for citing the presence of TTP as justification for its military operations.
Security
Sources: Taliban return bodies of two Pakistani soldiers
The soldiers were killed during fighting in the Shorabak district of southern Kandahar province, the sources said.
Women
Sources: Taliban detain women’s rights activist in Kabul
According to the sources, Taliban members entered Fazel’s house and took her away.
Security
Taliban, Pakistan exchange claims as border clashes enter 12th day
He said the outpost was destroyed using SPG-9 recoilless rifle fire in a border area of the district.