World leaders welcome US-Iran deal, urge swift implementation
European, Gulf and UN officials hailed the agreement as a diplomatic breakthrough.
Middle East, US
Immigration, US
US court ruling could clear path for pending Afghan immigration cases
A federal court has struck down policies that froze or delayed immigration benefits for Afghans and nationals of dozens of.
Immigration, US
US still seeking countries to resettle Afghan allies, Rubio says
The secretary of state said Washington is working with partner countries to relocate more than 1,000 Afghans stranded in Qatar.
Middle East, US
Trump says Iran deal, Strait of Hormuz reopening are near
The US president said key terms had been largely negotiated, though Iran and Israel had yet to publicly confirm an.
Human Rights, US
US renews appeal for information on American missing in Afghanistan
The State Department’s hostage affairs envoy said Washington continues efforts to locate Paul Overby, who disappeared in Khost more than.
Economy, US
UN says new $1.8 billion US aid will expand humanitarian operations
The additional $1.8 billion in American humanitarian funding comes as aid agencies warn of shrinking budgets, including in Afghanistan.
US
Trump counterterrorism strategy focuses on cartels, Iran and domestic extremism
The White House document places cartels, left-wing extremists and Iran at the center of US security priorities while largely omitting.
South Asia, US
US announces phased closure of its consulate in Peshawar
The State Department said diplomatic responsibilities for northwestern Pakistan will shift to the US Embassy in Islamabad.
Security, US
Afghan man convicted of aiding IS-K in Kabul airport bombing case
Sharifullah was tried in federal court in Virginia, where jurors deliberated for about eight hours over two days before returning.
Immigration, US
US senators seek halt to any plan to send Afghan refugees to Congo
Lawmakers warn move could endanger allies who worked with US forces during its presence in Afghanistan.