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US Beats Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to Reach World Cup Round of 16

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


Pakistan Accuses India of Backing Militant Groups Operating From Afghanistan

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


Pakistan Says Iran, U.S. Agree to Resume Talks After Funeral of Former Iranian Leader

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


Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Shakes Northeastern Afghanistan

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


UN: Mines Kill or Injure 175 People in Afghanistan This Year

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


Sweden Bans Cousin Marriages Under New Law

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


UN-Habitat Says Half of Afghanistan's Population Could Live in Cities by 2060

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


Sweden Contributes Over $5 Million to Afghanistan Trust Fund

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


Syrian President Appoints Actress and 69 Others to Complete Transitional Parliament

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


Norway Beat Ivory Coast to Set Up World Cup Clash With Brazil

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