Afghanistan

Pakistan’s special envoy affirms visit to Kabul

Durrani said he will hold talks with Taliban officials during his visit to Kabul.

Afghanistan

Concerns persist over TTP members ‘relocating’ to northern Afghanistan

Junbish-e-Milli members say families have been resettled in Takhar, in Dasht Archi in Kunduz, and parts of Faryab and Sar-e-Pul

Afghanistan

Pakistan cautiously supports Taliban’s efforts against TTP members

Islamabad’s special envoy says Taliban has taken measures to address concerns about cross-border terrorism but results remain to be seen

World

Pakistan’s Khan says he will not bow to government pressure even if he is ‘left all alone’

Khan was arrested on the charges, which he denies, on May 9 and later set free on court-ordered bail that was extended to May 31.

Sports

Afghanistan: One Day cricket cup underway in Khost

The fledgling Green Afghanistan One Day Cup provides young talent with the opportunity to play against and alongside national team members

Afghanistan

Taliban ‘dismisses’ former republic’s diplomats in Istanbul

The four consulate staff say they do not recognize the Taliban’s foreign ministry and will continue to provide consular services to Afghans

Afghanistan

Land dispute in Takhar ends but villagers left homeless

Resident villagers have been forced to move from their homes after the Taliban ruled in the favor of returnees from Pakistan

Afghanistan

Parties to longstanding land dispute in Takhar await court decision

At least three people were killed in a recent clash between the two sides. The parties blame each other for throwing a hand grenade during a verbal clash.