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Over 100 Injured in Monorail Collision at Indian Hydropower Site

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- More than 100 construction workers were injured after two monorail trains collided at a hydropower project site in northern India, officials said. More than 100 people were in... Read More


Tajikistan and Russian Presidents Discuss Afghanistan Security

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- Russian President Putin and Tajikistan's Rahmon discussed rising security threats from Afghanistan, highlighting border stability, strategic cooperation, and measures to counte... Read More


Kazakhstan Exports 260,000 Tons of Wheat to Afghanistan

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- Kazakhstan has exported 260,000 tons of wheat to Afghanistan, marking a significant increase in regional trade amid ongoing supply and border challenges. Kazakhstan has signif... Read More


UN Requests $1.71 Billion for Afghanistan Humanitarian Aid in 2026

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- The United Nations has requested $1.71 billion for 2026 to support humanitarian programs in Afghanistan, citing widespread poverty, unemployment, and urgent relief needs. The ... Read More


Iran Warns of Decisive Response to Any U.S. Action, Says Foreign Minister Araqchi

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warned that any U.S. military action or threat against Iran will be met with a strong and decisive response. Iranian Foreign Minister Ab... Read More


US Imposes Sanctions on Iranian, Venezuelan Firms Over Drone and Missile Trade

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- The United States has sanctioned 10 Iranian and Venezuelan individuals and companies, citing support for Iran's drone exports and ballistic missile programs. On Tuesday, Decem... Read More


WHO Warns Urban Population to Reach 70 Percent by 2050, Heightening Global Health Risks

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- The World Health Organization warns that by 2050 nearly 70 percent of people will live in cities, increasing exposure to health risks. The World Health Organization (WHO) has ... Read More


Herat Imposes Citywide Ban on Three-Wheeled Vehicles

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- Herat traffic authorities announced a citywide ban on three-wheeled vehicles from major and secondary roads, citing severe congestion, safety concerns, and rising traffic accid... Read More


Turkey detains 357 ISIS suspects after deadly clash, minister says

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- Turkey detained 357 suspected ISIS members nationwide after three police officers were killed in a clash, prompting sweeping counterterrorism raids across 21 provinces. Turkey... Read More


Thailand Releases 18 Cambodian Soldiers After Ceasefire, Officials Say

Afghanistan, Dec. 31 -- Eighteen Cambodian soldiers captured by Thai forces during July border clashes have been released following a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia. 18 Cambodian s... Read More