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UN to vote on Gaza resolution amid Israeli objections to Palestinian statehood clause

Afghanistan, Nov. 17 -- The UN Security Council is set to vote on a U.S.-backed Gaza resolution, proposing a multinational force and outlining a contentious path toward Palestinian statehood. The UN ... Read More


Pakistan, China pledge closer counterterrorism collaboration after Islamabad suicide attack

Afghanistan, Nov. 17 -- Pakistan and China have agreed to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation, including intelligence sharing and operational coordination, following a deadly suicide bombing in Is... Read More


U.S. plans tougher green card rules for Afghans and other travel-ban countries: NYT

Afghanistan, Nov. 17 -- The U.S. plans to tighten green card rules for refugees from Afghanistan and 11 other travel-ban countries, potentially affecting thousands of applicants, the US media reports.... Read More


At least seven Afghan migrants killed in Iranian border shooting: Rights Group

Afghanistan, Nov. 17 -- At least seven Afghan migrants were killed and several others injured in shootings by Iranian border forces in Saravan, southeastern Iran, rights group reported. At least seve... Read More


At least 42 Indian pilgrims killed in Saudi Arabia road accident

Afghanistan, Nov. 17 -- At least 42 Indian pilgrims were killed near Medina, Saudi Arabia, early Monday when their vehicle collided with a fuel tanker, authorities and media reported. At least 42 Ind... Read More


SCO summit opens in Moscow under Russia's chair

Afghanistan, Nov. 17 -- Russia opened a Moscow summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization on Monday as member states met to discuss economic cooperation and stability. Russia opened a high-level... Read More


South Korea Donates $1 Million for Northern Afghanistan Earthquake Relief

Afghanistan, Nov. 17 -- South Korea has pledged $1 million to support UN relief efforts for survivors of the northern Afghanistan earthquake that devastated Balkh and Samangan communities. The UN ref... Read More


Pakistan Welcomes Iran Offer to Mediate With Kabul

Afghanistan, Nov. 17 -- Pakistan on Sunday welcomed Iran's offer to mediate between Islamabad and Kabul amid rising cross-border tensions and stalled regional efforts to curb militancy there. Pakista... Read More


Russia Offers to Mediate Between Islamabad and Kabul Amid Rising Tensions

Afghanistan, Nov. 16 -- Russia says it is ready to mediate between Islamabad and Kabul as rising border tensions threaten regional stability and complicate diplomatic efforts for de-escalation. Russi... Read More


Afghan Refugees Face Record Detentions in Pakistan, UNHCR Warns

Afghanistan, Nov. 16 -- The UN refugee agency says Pakistan has detained more than 100,000 Afghans this year, marking the highest arrest surge as authorities intensify nationwide crackdowns. The Unit... Read More