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3 Ismaili Men Killed in Takhar and Badakhshan Amid Rising Targeted Violence

Afghanistan, Jan. 3 -- Three Ismaili men were killed in Takhar and Badakhshan, raising fears for the safety of this community amid escalating targeted violence in Afghanistan. Local sources in Takhar... Read More


FBI Reports 40% Rise in Counterintelligence Arrests, Over 85 Detained in 2025

Afghanistan, Jan. 3 -- The FBI arrested over 85 individuals in 2025 for espionage, marking a 40 percent increase, highlighting growing foreign intelligence threats. The FBI announced that more than 8... Read More


Four Killed as Helicopter Crashes in Arizona Mountains, Officials Say

Afghanistan, Jan. 3 -- Four people were killed when a helicopter crashed in mountainous terrain in Arizona, authorities said, prompting a federal investigation into the cause. Four people were killed... Read More


Iran Protests Enter Second Week, Authorities Confirm Eight Deaths

Afghanistan, Jan. 3 -- Iran's economic crisis-fuelled protests entered a second week, with authorities confirming eight deaths as demonstrations eased in Tehran but spread nationwide. Protests sparke... Read More


India Maintains People-Centric Afghanistan Policy, Jaishankar Says

Afghanistan, Jan. 3 -- India's foreign minister says New Delhi has maintained its people-centric policy toward Afghanistan, prioritising humanitarian aid, development cooperation, and sustained engage... Read More


Explosion Rocks Court Building in Faryab, Afghanistan

Afghanistan, Jan. 2 -- An explosion shook the court building in Faryab, Afghanistan, causing panic and prompting emergency responders to rush to the scene. Local sources reported a powerful explosion... Read More


Unidentified Drone Reportedly Crashes in Maidan Wardak, Afghanistan

Afghanistan, Jan. 2 -- Sources reported that an unidentified drone crashed Thursday in central Maidan Wardak, Afghanistan, while local authorities have yet to comment on the incident. Taliban-linked ... Read More


At Least 40 Dead, Scores Injured in Blaze at Crans-Montana Bar, Switzerland

Afghanistan, Jan. 2 -- Dozens were killed and about 100 injured after a fire tore through a crowded bar during New Year's Eve celebrations at a Swiss ski resort. Swiss authorities said dozens of peop... Read More


Russia Provides Alleged Ukrainian Drone Evidence to U.S., Claims Target on Putin's Residence

Afghanistan, Jan. 2 -- A senior Russian official handed U.S. authorities part of a Ukrainian drone, claiming it contained evidence of an alleged plot targeting Putin's residence. A senior Russian mil... Read More


Trump Warns If Iran "Kills Peaceful Protesters," the U.S. Will "Come to Their Rescue"

Afghanistan, Jan. 2 -- U.S. President Donald Trump warned that if Iran "kills peaceful protesters," America is prepared to intervene and protect demonstrators amid rising unrest across the country. U... Read More