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EU says at least 129 journalists killed in past year, marks Press Freedom Day

Afghanistan, May 4 -- The European Union has warned that violence against journalists remains a serious global concern, stressing that democracy cannot function without free and independent media, in ... Read More


Germany urges Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz and end nuclear program

Afghanistan, May 4 -- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has urged Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a phone call to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and fully halt Iran's nuclear programme. ... Read More


UN chief says press freedom essential for peace and human rights

Afghanistan, May 4 -- António Guterres said that all freedoms depend on press freedom, warning that without free media there can be no peace, sustainable development, or protection of human right... Read More


Two US Troops Missing in Morocco After Coastal Training Incident

Afghanistan, May 4 -- Search efforts are continuing for two U.S. soldiers who went missing during a training exercise in southern Morocco, U.S. defense officials said, after the pair were last seen ne... Read More


UN chief says 85% of crimes against journalists go unpunished

Afghanistan, May 4 -- António Guterres said that 85% of crimes committed against journalists worldwide go uninvestigated or unpunished, underscoring a global crisis of accountability in press fre... Read More


Saudi Women's Workforce Participation Jumps to Nearly 35% Under Vision 2030

Afghanistan, May 4 -- Women's participation in the workforce in Saudi Arabia has nearly doubled in recent years, rising from about 17% in 2017 to close to 35%, according to official data, as reforms c... Read More


UN Warns of Rising Shelter Needs in Afghanistan Ahead of Global Forum

Afghanistan, May 4 -- As Afghanistan faces mounting housing pressures, the UN-Habitat said shelter challenges will be a key focus at the upcoming World Urban Forum in Baku later this month. UN-Habita... Read More


More Than 10 Injured in US's Oklahoma Shooting

Afghanistan, May 4 -- More than 10 people were wounded in a shooting at a lakeside gathering in the U.S. state of Oklahoma, authorities said, in the latest incident of gun violence reported in the cou... Read More


UNICEF Says 5.6 Million Afghan Children Received Health Care Amid Crisis

Afghanistan, May 4 -- UNICEF said 5.6 million children, including 1.4 million infants, received healthcare services in Afghanistan last year, highlighting the scale of humanitarian needs amid ongoing ... Read More


Iran and Pakistan Foreign Ministers Hold Talks on Regional Peace Efforts

Afghanistan, May 4 -- Ishaq Dar and Abbas Araghchi discussed regional tensions and ongoing diplomatic efforts in a phone call, as Pakistan continues to position itself as a mediator between Iran and t... Read More