Afghanistan, July 2 -- The United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday to advance to the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup, securing its first knockout-stage victory at the tourname... Read More
Afghanistan, July 2 -- Pakistan accused India on Thursday of backing militant groups in Afghanistan, responding to New Delhi's criticism of Islamabad's recent counterterrorism actions. The allegation... Read More
Afghanistan, July 2 -- Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Iran and the United States have agreed to resume indirect negotiations at the earliest opportunity after funeral and burial ceremonie... Read More
Afghanistan, July 2 -- A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck northeastern Afghanistan late Wednesday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), with no immediate reports of casualties or damage. Th... Read More
Afghanistan, July 2 -- At least 175 people were killed or injured by landmines and unexploded ordnance in Afghanistan between January and May 2026, with children accounting for three-quarters of the c... Read More
Afghanistan, July 2 -- Sweden has banned marriages between first cousins under a new law that took effect on Wednesday, as part of broader efforts to combat forced marriage, so-called honor-related ab... Read More
Afghanistan, July 2 -- Nearly half of Afghanistan's population is expected to live in urban areas by 2060, but many cities are unprepared for such rapid growth, the United Nations Human Settlements Pr... Read More
Afghanistan, July 2 -- Sweden has contributed $5.26 million to the Afghanistan Trust Fund to support humanitarian and development programs, the fund announced, saying the financing will help expand as... Read More
Afghanistan, July 2 -- Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has appointed 70 members, including prominent actress Rouzaina Lazkani, to complete the country's transitional parliament, according to Syrian s... Read More
Afghanistan, July 1 -- Norway reached the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a late goal from Erling Haaland secured a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in Dallas on Tuesday, booking a knockout m... Read More