Afghanistan-Kazakhstan trade forum opened in Kabul
Organizers say the event is aimed at increasing trade and investment as Afghanistan becomes increasingly dependent on Central Asian routes.
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Former Afghan soldier killed in Daikundi, sources say
The killing comes a day after the body of another former security officer was found in Kapisa.
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Taliban claim airstrikes on ISIS sites in Pakistan
The Taliban Defense Ministry said many Daesh members were killed in the airstrikes in two provinces.
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Teen wounded in Taliban crackdown on Herat protest dies, sources say
The death has risen the toll from the Taliban crackdown on Herat protest in Herat to at least two people.
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Afghanistan ranks seventh least peaceful country in Global Index
The 2026 Global Peace Index places Afghanistan 157th out of 163 countries, citing persistent conflict and instability despite modest gains.
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Australian-Afghan man killed during visit to Ghazni, sources say
The killing comes amid growing concern over a series of unexplained shootings and violent crimes reported across the country.
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UNAMA confirms 13 civilian deaths in Pakistani airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan
The UN mission said most of the victims were women and children and renewed calls for de-escalation between Afghanistan and.
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Taliban say Pakistani airstrikes kill 13 civilians in eastern Afghanistan
The reported strikes in Kunar, Khost and Paktika mark a renewed escalation in tensions between Taliban and Pakistan after weeks.
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Unexploded ordnance blast kills 7 in Paktika
The blast occurred when a resident reportedly attempted to dismantle a shell left behind from past conflicts, Taliban said.
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UN reports 57% increase in security, safety incidents in Afghanistan
The report says violence, humanitarian needs, economic pressures and restrictions on women and girls continue to weigh heavily on Afghanistan.