Four civilians killed in Pakistan strikes in Kunar, Taliban say
Taliban say students and civilians were among those hit in Kunar as cross-border tensions continue to escalate.
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Pakistan strikes in eastern Afghanistan kill 3, sources say
Attacks in Kunar come amid renewed border tensions between Taliban and Pakistani forces.
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Residents in west Kabul form patrols as crime fuels security fears
Communities in Dasht-e-Barchi and nearby areas say rising robberies and killings have forced them to guard their own neighborhoods.
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Clash reported between Taliban, Pakistani forces at border crossing
The reported clash comes amid heated tensions between Taliban and Pakistan that led to border violence in late February.
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SCO members weigh engagement with Taliban at Moscow security talks
Deputy foreign ministers discuss Afghanistan, regional threats and possible revival of contact group with Taliban.
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Former head of Afghanistan’s snooker federation killed in Kabul
Taliban say investigation is underway; motive remains unclear.
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UN verifies 269 civilian deaths in Pakistan strike on Kabul rehab center
Taliban have put the toll higher, as calls grow for an independent investigation into the March attack.
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UN says 94,000 displaced by Taliban-Pakistan clashes
Border fighting and airstrikes damage civilian infrastructure and hinder aid delivery.
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Man killed in gunmen attack in Samangan
Attack inside victim’s home adds to recent series of deadly shootings across Afghanistan.
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Taliban detain seven members in Badakhshan on ISIS links
Arrests reportedly include commanders and officials; relatives deny any Daesh links.