Exclusive

Publication

Byline

Food prices in Afghanistan jump up to 47%, WFP warns

Afghanistan, April 17 -- Food prices in Afghanistan have risen by up to 47% over the past year, the World Food Programme (WFP) said, warning of growing pressure on households. Staple items including ... Read More


Pakistan rockets damage health centre in Afghanistan's Kunar province

Afghanistan, April 17 -- The Taliban said a health centre in eastern Afghanistan was heavily damaged after rocket fire from Pakistan, as cross-border tensions escalate. State-run media reported that ... Read More


Pakistan gas pipeline blast kills eight, injures 11

Afghanistan, April 17 -- At least eight people were killed and 11 injured after a gas pipeline explosion and fire in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in northwest Pakistan, according to local media. The blast occu... Read More


Trump says Iran agrees not to have nuclear weapons

Afghanistan, April 17 -- Donald Trump said Iran has agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons, as talks with the United States make progress toward a potential deal. Speaking to reporters, Trump said prev... Read More


Australian ex-soldier Roberts-Smith granted bail in Afghanistan war crimes case

Afghanistan, April 17 -- An Australian court has granted bail to former soldier Ben Roberts-Smith, who faces multiple murder charges linked to alleged war crimes in Afghanistan. The 46-year-old, one ... Read More


Pakistan PM welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, backs diplomatic efforts

Afghanistan, April 17 -- Shehbaz Sharif said he welcomed the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, calling it a positive step toward reducing tensions in the region. Writing on X on April 17, ... Read More


Pentagon says key interviews in Afghanistan withdrawal review completed

Afghanistan, April 17 -- The Pentagon said a special review panel examining the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan has completed its main round of interviews with senior military and civilian officials.... Read More


Trump says may visit Pakistan to sign Iran deal

Afghanistan, April 17 -- Donald Trump said he may travel to Pakistan to sign a deal with Iran as negotiations advance and regional ceasefire efforts continue. Donald Trump said the United States and ... Read More


Israel, Lebanon agree 10-day ceasefire

Afghanistan, April 17 -- Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire aimed at easing tensions and paving the way for negotiations on a longer-term security arrangement. Reuters reported the ... Read More


Amnesty urges UK to lift asylum restrictions on Afghan women

Afghanistan, April 16 -- Amnesty International and the Gender Action for Peace and Security (GAPS) have urged the United Kingdom to halt asylum policies they say are increasingly rejecting Afghan wome... Read More