AFGHANISTAN

Mar 15 2026POLITICS

China Steps In: Let's Talk, Not Fight

China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, had a chat with his Afghan counterpart, Amir Khan Muttaqi, over the phone. He suggested that Afghanistan and Pakistan should sort out their issues by talking, not fighting. Wang advised both sides to stay calm and meet face-to-face soon to stop the fighting and tal

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Feb 28 2026POLITICS

Border Skirmishes Spark Global Calls for Calm

The clash between Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban has stretched into a third day after night‑time exchanges. Pakistan launched strikes against Taliban positions in Kabul and Kandahar, claiming the attacks were a reaction to cross‑border raids. Afghanistan responded by saying the strikes vio

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Border Clash After Airstrikes: A Fresh Look at the Pakistan‑Afghanistan Tension

Pakistani and Afghan troops fired back and forth along their shared border, each side blaming the other for starting the fight. The sparks came a few days after Pakistan launched airstrikes into Afghanistan, which had already pushed the fragile ceasefire to its limits. The border is 2, 600 kilometre

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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

France Stands Tall for Its Afghan Heroes

In Paris, a powerful message was sent: the bravery of French soldiers in Afghanistan won't be forgotten or disrespected. A high-ranking French official, Alice Rufo, honored the memory of the 90 French troops who lost their lives in the conflict. This wasn't a planned event, but a response to recent

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

UK Politicians React to Trump's U-Turn on Afghanistan Comments

Donald Trump's recent change of heart about his comments on UK troops in Afghanistan has left politicians in the UK feeling a mix of relief and frustration. Trump initially claimed that UK troops had stayed back from the frontlines in Afghanistan, a statement that was widely criticized as both offen

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

A Mixed Message: Trump's Praise and NATO's Past

In a surprising turn, Donald Trump, the former U. S. President, recently praised British troops. This comes after he faced a lot of criticism for downplaying the role of NATO forces in Afghanistan. On Truth Social, he wrote, "The GREAT and very BRAVE soldiers of the United Kingdom will always be wit

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

Afghanistan's Growing Hunger Crisis: A Closer Look

In Afghanistan, a severe hunger crisis is worsening, and it's hitting children the hardest. The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has shared some concerning news. For the first time in many years, they can't provide enough aid to everyone who needs it. This is a big deal because winter is co

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Dec 06 2025POLITICS

Australia's Stand Against Taliban's Actions

Australia has taken a firm stance against the Taliban's actions in Afghanistan. They've put sanctions and travel bans on four Taliban officials. These officials are accused of harming women's and girls' rights. This includes limiting their education, jobs, and freedom. Australia's Foreign Minister,

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise: Pakistan Points Fingers After Deadly Bombing

In a shocking turn of events, a suicide bombing rocked a busy court area in Islamabad, Pakistan's capital. The explosion, which happened around noon, killed at least 12 people and injured about 27 others. The blast was so powerful that it shook the entire court building, leaving people terrified and

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Nov 04 2025WEATHER

Shaking Ground in Afghanistan: Lives Lost and Many Hurt

A sudden and strong earthquake hit northern Afghanistan. It was a 6. 3 on the Richter scale. This happened close to the big city of Mazar-e-Sharif. The U. S. Geological Survey shared this news. People are still figuring out how bad the damage is. Right now, we know at least 20 people died. More tha

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