Hamas, Israel release more hostages, prisoners on fifth day of Gaza truce
Israel said it freed 30 Palestinian detainees, 15 women and 15 teenage males, according to the Palestinian Prisoner's Club, a semi-official organization.
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South Asia
Pakistan blames Afghan national for suicide bombing that killed two civilians
According to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the suicide bomber responsible for the attack was identified as an Afghan national.
Afghanistan
Herat Security Dialogue commences in Tajikistan, unveiling visions for Afghanistan’s future
Themed "Reimagining Afghanistan: Ways Forward," this two-day conference aims to provide a platform for comprehensive dialogue on the future of Afghanistan.
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Hamas releases second group of Israeli hostages after delay
Some of the 13 Israelis and 4 Thai nationals released from Hamas captivity arrived at the Sheba Medical Center in Israel early on Sunday.
South Asia
Pakistan: Karachi mall fire kills 11, says official
A fire in Karachi's RJ shopping mall claimed at least 11 lives, officials and local media reported Saturday.
Afghanistan
Report highlights non-Taliban stakeholders’ role in shaping Afghanistan’s future
The report analyzes the aftermath of the U.S.-Taliban deal of 2020, emphasizing the critical need for inclusive talks to establish a post-settlement government in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan
Bennet calls for independent probe into killing of Shia clerics in Herat
The incident follows the murder of another cleric in the same province in October, Bennet said.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan embassy in New Delhi permanently shuts doors over ‘pressure from Taliban, Indian government’
The statement said that "given the constant pressure from both the Taliban and the Indian government to relinquish control", the embassy faced a difficult choice.
Afghanistan
Moscow meeting: Massoud calls UN special coordinator’s report ‘incomplete’
The meeting, hosted by the Just World Institute aims to address Russia's interest in stability in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan
UNHCR urges Pakistan to halt deportations of Afghan refugees amidst harsh winter conditions
The agency is urging Pakistan to halt the deportation process, emphasizing the dire humanitarian consequences as winter sets in.