Lavrov warns Afghanistan and Middle East crises threaten wider regional security Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warns that instability in Afghanistan and the Middle East is escalating security risks across Eurasia and neighbouring regions. Sergey Lavrov has warned that the situation in Afghanistan, alongside ongoing crises in the Middle East, is affecting security across the wider region, including Central Asia. Speaking at a meeting of the […] The post Lavrov warns Afghanistan and Middle East crises threaten wider regional security appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Aid agencies launch operation to assist conflict-affected communities in Nuristan Humanitarian agencies said they are continuing to work closely with local communities to ensure aid reaches those most in need. The post Aid agencies launch operation to assist conflict-affected communities in Nuristan first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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JD Vance expected in Pakistan for talks despite uncertainty over Iran’s participation Preparations for the meeting are said to be underway, with reports indicating that several US military aircraft have already arrived in Pakistan in connection with the arrangements for the delegation. The post JD Vance expected in Pakistan for talks despite uncertainty over Iran’s participation first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

JD Vance expected in Pakistan for talks despite uncertainty over Iran’s participation #Ariana #Afghanistan

IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians crush Gujarat Titans by 99 runs The match was defined by a sensational innings from Tilak Varma, who struck an unbeaten 101 off just 45 deliveries to power Mumbai to a commanding total. The post IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians crush Gujarat Titans by 99 runs first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Afghanistan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan agree on framework to boost trade and transit Officials said the talks focused on easing the movement of goods, particularly Afghan export products destined for Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. The post Afghanistan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan agree on framework to boost trade and transit first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Ireland parliament to review Afghanistan rights, focus on women Ireland’s parliament will review Afghanistan’s human rights situation, focusing on women’s rights, restrictions, employment challenges and worsening humanitarian conditions across the country. The Parliament of Ireland said its Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade will hold a session on Tuesday to examine the human rights situation in Afghanistan, with a particular focus on women […] The post Ireland parliament to review Afghanistan rights, focus on women appeared first on Khaama Press.

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US-backed plan links Central Asia-Afghanistan trade routes A US-backed proposal seeks to boost regional trade via Afghanistan, positioning it as a transit hub linking Central Asia, Pakistan and global markets. A new initiative by the Newlines Institute, known as “Silk S7+”, has been presented to the United States Congress, aiming to strengthen economic and trade cooperation across Central Asia, Afghanistan, Pakistan and […] The post US-backed plan links Central Asia-Afghanistan trade routes appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Pompeo calls Ashraf Ghani ‘among most corrupt’ Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called Ashraf Ghani “among the most corrupt leaders,” reigniting debate over Afghanistan’s failed peace process. Mike Pompeo has described Ashraf Ghani as “one of the most corrupt leaders” he has encountered, criticising his role during the Afghanistan peace process. Pompeo made the remarks while discussing the Doha peace […] The post Pompeo calls Ashraf Ghani ‘among most corrupt’ appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Aid reaches Nuristan Province after weeks of isolation Aid has reached isolated Nuristan districts after weeks of clashes, easing shortages for thousands of families cut off from food, healthcare and supplies. The International Committee of the Red Cross said humanitarian aid has reached remote districts in Nuristan after weeks of isolation caused by clashes between Pakistani forces and Taliban. Access routes to the […] The post Aid reaches Nuristan Province after weeks of isolation appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one With a two-week ceasefire set to expire in the coming days, prospects for a second round of talks between the U.S. and Iran in Pakistan were not clear. The post Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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U.S. trial opens in Kabul airport bombing case as defence claims “wrong man” Trial of a Kabul airport bombing suspect opens in the United States, with defence denying involvement and prosecutors outlining alleged ISIS links. The trial of Mohammad Sharifullah, accused of aiding the deadly Kabul airport bombing, has begun in Virginia, with his lawyer arguing the U.S. has detained the wrong person. Defence attorney Jeremy Commons said […] The post U.S. trial opens in Kabul airport bombing case as defence claims “wrong man” appeared first on Khaama Press.

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EU to host Kabul officials for talks on Afghan migrant deportations European Union plans to invite Taliban officials to Brussels for talks on Afghan migrant returns, as humanitarian crisis and refugee pressures intensify. Diplomatic sources said the European Union plans to invite Taliban representatives to Brussels in the coming weeks for talks on the return of Afghan migrants. Officials said no formal invitation has yet been […] The post EU to host Kabul officials for talks on Afghan migrant deportations appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Tahawol: Pakistan’s failed efforts to impose war in Afghanistan discussed The post Tahawol: Pakistan’s failed efforts to impose war in Afghanistan discussed first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Saar: Demand for the country’s exports to Iran discussed The post Saar: Demand for the country’s exports to Iran discussed first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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UN says over 18,000 women entrepreneurs supported in Afghanistan in 2025 The United Nations in Afghanistan said it supported 18,616 women entrepreneurs in 2025, aiming to boost female participation in economic activity. In a statement posted on X on Monday, the UN said the support helped strengthen women’s engagement through small and medium-sized enterprises across the country. The organisation said such initiatives are critical in sustaining […] The post UN says over 18,000 women entrepreneurs supported in Afghanistan in 2025 appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Robat Paryan railway station nearing completion, says Herat governor Noor Ahmad Islamjar has said construction of the Robat Paryan railway station in Herat Province is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed in the near future. During an inspection of operations along the Khaf–Herat railway line, the governor visited the Robat Paryan station project and reviewed work across different sections, according to a […] The post Robat Paryan railway station nearing completion, says Herat governor first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Afghanistan, Belarus hold talks on fuel imports Nooruddin Azizi, Minister of Industry and Commerce of the Islamic Emirate, has held talks with Andrei Yevgenyevich Kuznetsov, Belarus’s Minister of Industry, on increasing the level of trade between the two countries and purchasing diesel fuel and petrol from Belarus. Azizi raised this issue during his visit to Uzbekistan in a meeting with the Belarusian […] The post Afghanistan, Belarus hold talks on fuel imports first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Rashid Khan says he declined India, Australia citizenship offers Rashid Khan said he rejected offers of citizenship from India and Australia, reaffirming his commitment to represent Afghanistan. The leg-spinner made the claim in his book Rashid Khan: From Streets to Stardom, in which he describes his rise from Nangarhar to international cricket. According to his account, both countries approached him with offers to change […] The post Rashid Khan says he declined India, Australia citizenship offers appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Afghanistan showcases industry at key Central Asia expo The exhibition brings together government officials, investors and manufacturers from across Central Asia and beyond, including participants from Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. The post Afghanistan showcases industry at key Central Asia expo first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Webinar series highlights growing climate pressures on livelihoods in Afghanistan Afghanistan is widely regarded as one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change, with limited capacity to manage its effects. The post Webinar series highlights growing climate pressures on livelihoods in Afghanistan first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

Webinar series highlights growing climate pressures on livelihoods in Afghanistan #Ariana #Afghanistan

Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund channeled $73.5 million to the needy in 2025 Operating in a context of limited resources and growing needs, the fund played a key role in ensuring life-saving aid reached vulnerable communities, including women, men and children affected by crises. The post Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund channeled $73.5 million to the needy in 2025 first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings win IPL double-header The results add further intensity to the league standings as teams continue their push for playoff positions. The post Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings win IPL double-header first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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UAE seeks US financial backstop amid Iran war fallout, warns of possible shift from dollar Emirati officials indicated that while the UAE has so far avoided the most severe economic impacts of the conflict, it may require financial support if conditions worsen. The post UAE seeks US financial backstop amid Iran war fallout, warns of possible shift from dollar first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Ceasefire under strain after U.S. seizes Iranian cargo ship U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed the operation in a social media post, saying American forces had “full custody” of the vessel and were inspecting its cargo. The post Ceasefire under strain after U.S. seizes Iranian cargo ship first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Pentagon says Afghanistan withdrawal review to be finalised in coming months The Pentagon said a new review into the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan is expected to be finalised in the coming months. The U.S. newspaper Stars and Stripes reported, citing Pentagon officials, that a special panel set up to examine the August 2021 withdrawal has largely completed its investigation. The panel, established last year on […] The post Pentagon says Afghanistan withdrawal review to be finalised in coming months appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Tahawol: Fragile ceasefire between Iran and US discussed The post Tahawol: Fragile ceasefire between Iran and US discussed first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Saar: Fate of Kabul–Islamabad talks in China reviewed The post Saar: Fate of Kabul–Islamabad talks in China reviewed first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Trump accuses Iran of ceasefire breach in Hormuz, issues stark warning U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Iran of violating a ceasefire agreement in the Strait of Hormuz and warned of sweeping military consequences if tensions escalate further. In a message posted on Truth Social, Trump claimed that Iranian forces “fired bullets” in the vital shipping corridor, describing the incident as a “total violation” of the […] The post Trump accuses Iran of ceasefire breach in Hormuz, issues stark warning first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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Mujahid rejects claims alleging links between Islamic Emirate officials and Al-Qaeda The spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, Zabihullah Mujahid, has strongly denied claims that members of the administration maintain ties with Al-Qaeda. Responding to media reports on an ongoing analytical project mapping over 1,200 IEA officials by the Middle East Institute, Mujahid issued an audio statement and described the allegations as inaccurate. He also […] The post Mujahid rejects claims alleging links between Islamic Emirate officials and Al-Qaeda first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

Mujahid rejects claims alleging links between Islamic Emirate officials and Al-Qaeda #Ariana #Afghanistan

CSTO, UN stress ‘Afghanistan factor’ in Central Asia security discussions They also emphasized closer coordination with UN bodies to strengthen regional responses to emerging threats. The post CSTO, UN stress ‘Afghanistan factor’ in Central Asia security discussions first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

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