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Trump Administration to Lead International Forces in Gaza

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- The U.S. plans to appoint a general to command international stabilization forces in Gaza, overseeing security and reconstruction amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations. The Trum... Read More


6.7-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northeastern Japan

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- A 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's northeastern coast, prompting tsunami warnings and renewed safety alerts, following a stronger 7.5-magnitude quake earlier this month.... Read More


NATO Chief Warns Alliance Could Be Putin's Next Target

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin could target the alliance next, urging urgent increases in defence spending and military readines... Read More


Kabul Releases ISIS-K Confessions on Khalil-ur-Rahman Haqqani Killing

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- On the first anniversary of Khalil-ur-Rahman Haqqani's killing, the Taliban released videos of alleged ISIS-K confessions, intensifying tensions with Pakistan over militancy. ... Read More


UN Says Israel Must Lift Aid Restrictions on Gaza

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- The United Nations has urged Israel to immediately lift all restrictions on humanitarian aid to Gaza, warning that ongoing limits are worsening the enclave's deepening crisis. ... Read More


Pakistan and China's Envoys Discuss Afghanistan as Security Concerns Grow

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- Pakistan and China's envoys have held talks in Kabul to address growing security concerns and rising cross-border tensions linked to militant threats in Afghanistan. Pakistan'... Read More


Saudi Arabia Bans Photography Inside Holy Mosques During Hajj 2026

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- Saudi authorities have prohibited photography and videography inside Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi during Hajj 2026 to preserve sanctity and ensure peaceful worship. Sa... Read More


Ukraine Says It Struck Two Russian Military Ships in Caspian Sea

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- Ukraine announced that its forces, working with local resistance, targeted two Russian ships carrying military equipment in the Caspian Sea near Kalmykia, raising regional tens... Read More


Peace and Confidence Summit Brings Regional Leaders Together in Ashgabat

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- Leaders from Russia, Iran, Pakistan, and Central Asia gathered in Ashgabat for the "Peace and Confidence" summit to discuss regional security and cooperation. An international... Read More


Sharif Calls for International Pressure on Kabul Amid Afghanistan Terror Threats

Afghanistan, Dec. 12 -- Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has urged the international community to pressure Kabul, warning of escalating terrorism threats originating from Afghanistan. Pakistan ... Read More