The rich mineral deposits of northeastern Afghanistan, particularly in Badakhshan and Takhar provinces, which could have served as a source of economic development and improved living conditions for residents, have in recent years become a focal point of conflict, opaque exploitation, and widespread allegations of the plunder of natural resources. Field investigations and local reports […] The post Mining in Northeastern Afghanistan: Between the Promise of Development and the Reality of Plundered Natural Resources appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
HealthDW World News· Jul 30, 2026, 12:28 PM3MODERATE
For the first time, Germany has deported a man with no criminal record to Kabul. Faridoon Tofan, who is currently in deportation detention, fears the same fate.
Terör örgütü PKK’den iktidar tarafından Meclis'e sunulması beklenen çerçeve yasaya ilişkin yapılan açıklamada, "Barış ve demokratik toplum sürecini sadece silahsızlanmaya indirgemek bu sürecin ruhuna uygun değildir. Kök ya da çerçeve yasadan söz etmek bu yasadan sonra başka yasaların çıkacağı ve adımların atılacağını kabul etmektir. Esas yaklaşım ve tutumumuzu yasayı gördükten sonra ortaya koyacağız.
[The Conversation Africa] Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is defined as the ability of disease-causing microorganisms to withstand treatments like antibiotics.
Afghanistan’s Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation, under the Taliban administration, says 880 Afghan migrants have returned to the country after being released from prisons in Pakistan. The ministry said in a statement on July 31 that the returnees entered Afghanistan through the provinces of Nangarhar and Kandahar. According to the statement, the group included women […] The post 880 Afghan Migrants Released from Pakistani Prisons appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) has claimed responsibility for the killing of Zabihullah Amiri, the Taliban-appointed director of information and culture in northeastern Badakhshan province. According to Agence France-Presse, the monitoring group SITE reported that Islamic State Khorasan (ISKP) said in a statement on Wednesday that its members targeted Amiri on Tuesday while he […] The post ISKP Claims Killing of Information Chief in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan appeared first on Khaama Press .
Singapur’da bir portakal suyu otomatından aldığı pipeti yaladıktan sonra yeniden hazneye koyan 19 yaşındaki Fransız öğrenciye 600 Singapur doları para cezası verildi. Görüntüleri “Şehir güvenli değil” notuyla paylaşan öğrenci kamu düzenini bozma suçunu kabul ederken, şirket otomatın haznesindeki 500 pipetin tamamını değiştirdi.
Discussions focused on expanding private-sector cooperation, increasing joint investment, and boosting bilateral trade between the two countries. The post Afghanistan invites Iranian investors to expand economic cooperation first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
The agencies also warned of a growing global trend of trafficking for forced criminality, in which victims are coerced into online fraud and scam operations. The post UN warns worsening crises are increasing human trafficking risks in Afghanistan first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
The head of the information and culture department in Badakhshan, Zabihullah Amiri, was shot dead Tuesday while en route to the provincial capital Faizabad. The post IS claims killing of Taliban official in Afghanistan appeared first on Vanguard News .
TBMM Genel Kurulu'nda görüşülmeye başlanan Yükseköğretim Kanunu Teklifi'nin ilk maddesi, yabancı uyruklu uzmanlık öğrencilerine döner sermaye ek ödemesi yapılmasını öngören düzenlemenin tekliften çıkarılmasıyla kabul edildi. Teklifin görüşmelerinde muhalefet milletvekilleri, YÖK'ün yapısı, öğrenci affı, üniversitelerde akademik özgürlük, yükseköğretimin niteliği ile tez ve diploma sahteciliği iddialarını gündeme taşıdı. İYİ Parti Aksaray Milletvekili Turan Yaldır, "Göreve geldiğiniz 2002 yılından bu yana üniversite sayısını 78'den 208'e çıkardınız.
Fans can watch all the excitement live from 6:00 p.m. Kabul time on Ariana Television, as well as via the Ariana Sport and Ariana News Facebook pages. The post Afghanistan Wrestling Premier League crowns inaugural champion in tonight’s grand final first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Afghan women’s protest movements have issued a joint statement expressing support for what they describe as the resistance and struggle of anti-Taliban forces in Badakhshan and other parts of the country. In the statement released on Wednesday, July 29, the groups said Taliban rule has subjected Afghanistan to one of the darkest periods in its […] The post Afghan Women’s Protest Movements Voice Support for Anti-Taliban Resistance appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Excessive Groundwater Extraction Threatens Herat's Water Resources Ebadullah.Ebadi Thu, 07/30/2026 - 01:03 Author Nasir Ahmad Salehi Profile Photo Author Short Bio Nasir Ahmad Salehi reports on security, politics, economy and social stories for TOLOnews. Author Job TOLOnews Reporter Provincial The drilling of deep wells and the extraction of groundwater using solar-powered pumps have placed groundwater resources in Herat Province under serious threat. Local officials in Herat say water meters will be installed on deep wells to help prevent excessive groundwater extraction.
Many schoolgirls who have been unable to attend school over the past five years say they no longer have any hope for a better future or continuing their education in Afghanistan. Speaking to the Hasht-e Subh Daily on Wednesday, July 29, the students said that although education is a fundamental right of both girls and […] The post Girls Deprived of Education: Five Years of Waiting Have Destroyed Our Hope for a Better Future appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
FARAKHABAR – From the Battlefield to the Courtroom: Why Is Justice Delayed? Youtube video URL https://www.youtube.com/v/PjmKkjdkn4M najibullah.lalzoy Wed, 07/29/2026 - 19:25 Farakhabar Host Shams Amani discusses this topic with Ramazan Bashardost, former member of Parliament and university professor. Produced by: Binarai Sarwari
TOLOnews - 6pm News - 29 July 2026 Youtube video URL https://www.youtube.com/v/vGcse3OVvp8 najibullah.lalzoy Wed, 07/29/2026 - 18:49 Nightly News The United Nations launched the Doha Process in 2023, initiating regular meetings among the special representatives of various countries on Afghanistan. The process aims to establish a common framework for engagement with the Islamic Emirate and to create conditions for Afghanistan’s gradual reintegration into the international community.
[Nile Post] The Judiciary has issued revised security and access guidelines ahead of the trial involving Dr. Kizza Besigye, Hajji Obeid Lutale and Captain Denis Oola it says are aimed at ensuring orderly proceedings while safeguarding the right to a fair and public hearing.
[Premium Times] In the statement, Mr Abubakar said he does not know the man accused of using the report to depose an affidavit in the former governor's favour.
Volleyball Talent Identification Camp Concludes in Kabul najibullah.lalzoy Wed, 07/29/2026 - 18:17 Author Homayuon Ashna Sport Dozens of volleyball enthusiasts from different parts of Kabul participated in a volleyball talent identification camp. The program began yesterday in the capital and has been conducted intensively under the supervision of Mohammad Asadollahi, head coach of Afghanistan’s national volleyball team. Officials from the Afghanistan Volleyball Federation said the purpose of the camp was to identify hidden talent, strengthen the national age-group teams, and create opportunities for the development of young players.
The United Nations Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan (UN STFA) says it supported 2,656 Afghan women in 2025 to develop businesses and launch income-generating activities. The fund said in a post on X on July 29 that the support provided women with opportunities to strengthen their economic activities through training, resources, and necessary facilities. According […] The post UN: More Than 2,000 Afghan Women Benefit from Economic Support appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
UN Says More Efforts Needed to Advance Doha Process on Afghanistan najibullah.lalzoy Wed, 07/29/2026 - 17:23 Author Mitra Majeedy Profile Photo Author Job Journalist Afghanistan The United Nations launched the Doha Process in 2023, initiating regular meetings among the special representatives of various countries on Afghanistan. The process aims to establish a common framework for engagement with the Islamic Emirate and to create conditions for Afghanistan’s gradual reintegration into the international community. Political analyst Khalil Ahmad Nadim said: “The three meetings held in Doha were intended to integrate Afghanistan into the international community, but so far we have not seen any tangible results.
The export was coordinated through the Herat Chamber of Industries before being shipped to the U.S. The post Afghanistan exports first stone shipment to US in $100,000 trade milestone first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The lawyer for Gerald Smith, a former deputy at the National Security Agency, has come to the defense of his client, declaring that none of the allegations against Smith have resulted in charges and that he is presumed innocent unless and until proven otherwise. Smith is represented by Cllr. Gbawou Kowou, who disputes the account attributed to sources close to the investigation.
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) says heavy rainfall and flash floods in several provinces of Afghanistan have caused casualties and widespread damage. In a report published on July 29, OCHA said the provinces of Ghazni, Kapisa, Laghman, Logar, Nangarhar, Paktia, Paktika, and Parwan were among the areas most affected […] The post OCHA: Recent Floods in Afghanistan Cause Widespread Casualties and Damage appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The first two matches will be played at Bready on August 5 and 7 before the series moves to Stormont in Belfast for the remaining three ODIs on August 10, 12 and 15. The post Afghanistan set for crucial five-match ODI series against Ireland first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
[Vanguard] ASABA -- Vehicle movement to and from Illah in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State has been disrupted following the collapse of the Illah-Ugbolu Road.
The Taliban say 536 Afghan migrant families, comprising 2,702 people, were forcibly returned to Afghanistan on Tuesday. In a statement issued on July 29, Taliban deputy spokesperson Hamdullah Fitrat said the returnees entered the country through the Spin Boldak crossing in Kandahar, the Torkham border crossing in Nangarhar, the Islam Qala border crossing in Herat, […] The post Taliban Report Forced Return of More Than 500 Migrant Families appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Continental Futsal Championship Thailand 2026 sẽ diễn ra từ ngày 1 đến 6.8 tại nhà thi đấu Nonthaburi (Thái Lan), quy tụ 5 đội tuyển gồm Nga, Thái Lan, Afghanistan, Việt Nam và New Zealand. Toàn bộ các trận đấu của giải sẽ được FPT Play phát sóng trực tiếp.
The expanded 48-team tournament was staged across Canada, Mexico and the United States over 39 days, featuring 104 matches in 16 Host Cities. The post FIFA reveals scale of record-breaking World Cup 2026 operation first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Practical implementation of the "Friendship Orchards" project has begun in Afghanistan's Faryab Province to advance agricultural cooperation between Uzbekistan and Afghanistan.
Washington launched fresh strikes earlier this month to break Iran's grip on the strait, through which about a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas flowed before the war. The post Oman presents Iran with Gulf-backed plan for voluntary fees to use Hormuz first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Local sources in Parwan say the Taliban have detained a former member of Afghanistan’s security forces for the second time. Sources told the Hasht-e Subh Daily on July 28 that the former serviceman has been held in Taliban custody for the past four months. According to the sources, the detainee is Mohammad Rasekh Mowahid, a […] The post Rising Arrests: Former Security Force Member Detained by Taliban for a Second Time appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Germany has deported 31 Afghan nationals to Afghanistan on a charter flight. German media reported on July 28 that the individuals were flown to Afghanistan overnight from Leipzig Airport in Germany. According to reports, German authorities said most of those deported were convicted criminals.
Marking the fifth anniversary of the Taliban’s return to power, the movement Beacons of Freedom of the Women of Afghanistan has called for worldwide protests and acts of solidarity on August 15.
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has announced the launch of a new clean water supply system for families and children affected by drought in Afghanistan. The agency said on July 28 in a post on X that the project was implemented in cooperation with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs […] The post UNICEF Launches Water Supply System for Families Affected by Drought appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Qosh Tepa secured its place in the final of the inaugural Afghanistan Wrestling Premier League (AWPL) after defeating Setareha on the eighth day of the competition in Kabul on Monday. The league, which has brought together some of Afghanistan’s top wrestlers, continued with a series of closely contested bouts as teams battled for a place […] The post Qosh Tepa and Akhawat to face off in AWPL final first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) says the Taliban have closed at least 33 jamaatkhanas belonging to the Ismaili community in Badakhshan province. UNAMA said on July 28 that the Taliban justified the closures by claiming the buildings resembled mosques. According to the report, the Taliban shut down 17 jamaatkhanas in Zebak district, 14 […] The post UNAMA: Taliban Close 33 Ismaili Community Prayer Houses in Badakhshan appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
FARAKHABAR – Security, Regional Ties, Afghanistan's Role in Global Affairs Youtube video URL https://www.youtube.com/v/nMKg8ogj59g najibullah.lalzoy Tue, 07/28/2026 - 19:32 Farakhabar Host Shams Amani discussed the topic with the following guests: Dawood Abedi, Political Analyst Sayed Bilal Fatemi, International Relations Analyst Producer: Binarai Sarwari
BERLIN, July 28 (Reuters) - Germany has deported an Afghan national without a criminal record for the first time since the Taliban returned to power, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said on Tuesday. • According to Dobrindt, the man had become liable for deportation after exhausting his asylum claim. • He had attempted to settle in another European country but was found to be living there illegally.
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) says the Taliban have reiterated in their directives on women’s dress that women must cover their entire body except for their eyes. In a report published on July 28, UNAMA cited the Taliban’s Ministry of Hajj and Religious Affairs and Friday sermons delivered by the group’s imams, […] The post UN Report: Taliban Reinforce Strict Dress Code for Women appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Islamic Emirate: Expanding Regional Ties ‘Foreign Policy Priority’ Ebadullah.Ebadi Tue, 07/28/2026 - 21:39 Author Mursaleen Muwahed Profile Photo Author Short Bio BA in Journalism Author Job Multilingual Journalist & Social Media Editor Afghanistan Speaking during a virtual briefing with the media from Kandahar, Islamic Emirate spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said Afghanistan's ties with regional countries are expanding under the government's connectivity- and economy-focused approach. Mujahid said these relations are being developed on the basis of Afghanistan's national interests. "We seek relations with all countries.
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has announced that the head of the organization’s mission in Afghanistan has visited the process of providing emergency assistance to returning Afghan migrants at the Torkham border crossing. The organization reported on Tuesday, July 28, that the visit was conducted to assess the process of providing initial assistance to […] The post IOM Reaffirms Continued Support for Returning Migrants in Torkham appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has announced that at least 137 people, including 112 men and 25 women, were flogged in various provinces of Afghanistan in June. UNAMA said in a report on Tuesday, July 28, that the Taliban’s Morality Police under the Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of […] The post UNAMA: 137 People Flogged in Afghanistan in One Month appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
If I told you that dancing for just a few minutes could improve your creative abilities, would you dance? Whatever your answer may be, according to experts, dancing not only improves concentration and mental focus, but also strengthens creative ability.
The National Resistance Front of Afghanistan says that one Taliban fighter was killed and three others were wounded as a result of a military operation in Herat Province. The front said in a statement published on Tuesday, July 28, that the operation was carried out on Sunday night against a Taliban outpost in the Farsi […] The post National Resistance Front Reports Death, Injuries of Four Taliban Fighters in Herat appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has documented 389 cases of arbitrary arrest and detention, 65 cases of ill-treatment, and 137 public floggings across Afghanistan during a three-month period, raising fresh concerns over the country’s human rights situation. In its latest quarterly human rights report, covering April 1 to June 30, UNAMA said […] The post UNAMA Quarterly Report Raises Concerns Over Human Rights, Media Freedom in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press .
Local sources say Haji Abdulkhaliq Noorzai, one of the tribal elders of Nimroz Province, was killed in an attack by unidentified armed individuals in Zaranj city. Sources told the Hasht-e Subh Daily on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, that the attack took place the previous day. As a result, Haji Abdulkhaliq Noorzai’s nephew was also killed, […] The post Mysterious Killings Rise as Tribal Elder Killed in Nimroz Attack appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met on Tuesday with Turhan Saleh, the newly appointed representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Afghanistan. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the two sides discussed UNDP’s development activities in Afghanistan, the reintegration of returning migrants, cooperation in the health and agriculture sectors, alternative livelihoods for […] The post Muttaqi discusses development projects with new UNDP envoy in Afghanistan first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
The United Kingdom has appointed Stephen Doughty as the minister responsible for Afghanistan, Pakistan, the Middle East and North Africa, expanding his portfolio to include sanctions policy and consular affairs as London reshapes its diplomatic engagement across several strategically important regions. Doughty, who assumed the role on July 21, announced the appointment in a post […] The post UK appoints Minister Stephen Doughty to oversee Afghanistan, Pakistan affairs appeared first on Khaama Press .
Sources: Daesh and Other Armed Opposition Bases Targeted in Chitral najibullah.lalzoy Tue, 07/28/2026 - 23:46 Author Bibi Amina Hakimi Profile Photo Author Short Bio Bibi Amina Hakimi reports on the economy for TOLOnews. Author Job TOLOnews' Reporter Afghanistan Sources say a series of airstrikes targeted positions of armed opposition groups and Daesh (ISIS) centres in the Shah Salim area of Chitral, across the Durand Line. According to the sources, the strikes were carried out by the forces of the Islamic Emirate.
Zinedine Zidane has been appointed head coach of the France men’s national football team, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced on Tuesday. The 54-year-old takes over from Didier Deschamps, who stepped down following the 2026 FIFA World Cup after leading France for 14 years. Zidane’s appointment comes after France’s disappointing campaign at the tournament in […] The post Zidane appointed France head coach after 2026 World Cup first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
According to dpa information, a deportation flight to Kabul took off again at night from Leipzig/Halle airport. Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan is deteriorating.
On May 27, Russia and Afghanistan signed an agreement on military-technical cooperation, which provides for the repair of Soviet-made weapons remaining in the Afghan arsenal. This is another step in the rapprochement between Moscow and the Taliban movement, which seized power in Afghanistan following the withdrawal of US troops. Russia remains the only country that officially recognized the Taliban government.
At least 33 Ismaili prayer halls in Afghanistan’s northeastern Badakhshan province were closed over the past three months, the United Nations said on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns over religious freedom and the rights of minority communities under the Taliban administration. In its latest quarterly human rights report, the U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said […] The post UN says more than 30 Ismaili prayer halls closed in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan appeared first on Khaama Press .
The spokesman of the Badakhshan security command, Ihsanullah Kamgar, confirmed to the BBC that the head of information and culture of the province, Zabihullah Amiri, was killed in an attack by two motorcyclists.
The World Health Organization (WHO) in Afghanistan has announced, on the occasion of World Hepatitis Day, that a large number of people living with hepatitis remain undiagnosed and do not receive treatment. In a message posted on its X page on Tuesday, July 28, the organization called for intensified efforts to prevent hepatitis, promote early […] The post WHO: Many Hepatitis Cases in Afghanistan Still Go Undiagnosed and Untreated appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has announced that it has provided cash assistance and nutrition education to 1,000 vulnerable pregnant and breastfeeding women in Parwan, Kandahar, and Khost provinces. In a message posted on X on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, the committee said the program was implemented in cooperation with the Afghan […] The post ICRC Provides Cash Assistance to 1,000 Women in Afghanistan appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
At least 137 people, including 25 women, were publicly flogged across Afghanistan between April 1 and June 30, the United Nations said on Tuesday, warning that corporal punishment and other human rights violations continue despite growing international criticism. In its latest quarterly human rights report, the U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said Taliban courts […] The post Over 130 publicly flogged in Afghanistan in three months, U.N.
The report comes as Afghan rights organization Rawadari released a separate assessment claiming that at least 472 civilians have been killed and 715 others injured in Pakistani attacks over the past 18 months. The post UNAMA: 57 civilians killed in Pakistan attacks in three months first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
In a report on the human rights situation, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan said it had documented 499 civilians killed and 1,216 wounded by the fighting between the neighbours that has defied international peace efforts.
Nearly 400 civilians were killed or injured in Afghanistan between April and June 2026, largely due to cross-border fighting and explosive remnants of war, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said in a new report, warning that civilians continue to bear the brunt of escalating insecurity along the country’s border with Pakistan. According […] The post UN Says Nearly 400 Civilians Killed or Injured in Afghanistan in Three Months appeared first on Khaama Press .
KABUL, July 28 - A provincial official was assassinated in Afghanistan's remote northeastern province of Badakhshan on Tuesday, the Afghan Interior Ministry said.
One of the attackers was shot dead by Amiri's security guards during the incident, The post Badakhshan information chief killed in armed attack; tribal elder also slain in Nimroz first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
The United Nations reports that cross-border fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan has killed nearly 500 civilians in Afghanistan and wounded over 1,000 others between October and June.
Members of Ghazni’s blind futsal team, which was established around seven months ago, say they are struggling due to a lack of facilities, financial support, and attention to sports for visually impaired athletes. The team members said on Monday, July 27, that since officially beginning activities about seven months ago, they have faced numerous challenges […] The post Blind Futsal Team in Ghazni Complains of Lack of Support and Facilities appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The Taliban have announced that 22 trade agreements worth more than $200 million were signed between Afghan and Uzbek traders and investors during the Afghan-Uzbek Trade Forum in Kabul. According to Bakhtar News Agency, under the Taliban’s control, the forum was held on Monday, July 27, and was attended by Nooruddin Azizi, the Taliban’s Minister […] The post Taliban Announce Signing of 22 Trade Agreements Between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
CriminalDaily Times (Pakistan)· Jul 28, 2026, 12:40 AM4MODERATE
Police have accelerated the ongoing operations for the repatriation of illegally residing Afghans, and arrested 2,005 Afghans so far this year. According to the Lahore Police spokesperson, 1,918 Afghans out of the arrested persons had been sent back to Afghanistan, while 31 people had been transferred to jail after legal proceeding, and another 56 illegal […]
Balkh Hospital Introduces Laparoscopic Surgery, Performs 70 Operations Hayatullah.Rahimi Tue, 07/28/2026 - 04:45 Author Sirat Noori Health For the first time, Abu Ali Sina Balkhi Regional Hospital in Balkh has performed 70 laparoscopic surgeries. Officials from the Balkh Public Health Directorate said the procedures were carried out over the past week by a specialist surgeon using his own medical equipment. According to doctors, laparoscopic surgery reduces patients' pain, shortens hospital stays, and lowers treatment costs compared with conventional open surgery.
MilitaryMiddle East Eye (RSS)· Jul 27, 2026, 8:54 PM5MODERATE
Just one in three Americans back Iran war, most unsure of Trump's goals, poll finds Just one in three Americans support the war on Iran, the lowest reading in a Reuters/Ipsos poll since the five-month-old conflict's early days, with most respondents saying that President Donald Trump has failed to explain his goals. The poll, conducted Friday through Sunday, also showed the Republican president's approval rating ticking higher to 37 percent, up three points from last month when his rating tied the lowest of his presidency. The poll found that 69 percent of Americans, including four in 10 Republicans, think Trump has not "clearly explained the goals of US military involvement in Iran." Approval of the conflict has been below 40 percent since the US and Israel launched strikes on 28 February - a stark contrast to the opening months of other recent conflicts.
Mujahid said security incidents occur in many countries and should not be viewed as unusual. The post Islamic Emirate launches media initiative, says Badakhshan security situation under control first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
The National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF) says that three Taliban fighters were killed and wounded during an offensive operation in Badakhshan Province. In a statement released on Monday, July 27, the NRF said its forces carried out an operation against a Taliban checkpoint on the evening of the previous day in Kuran wa Munjan […] The post National Resistance Front Says Three Taliban Fighters Killed and Wounded in Badakhshan appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Islamic Emirate Leader: Enforcing Virtue Was a Main Goal of 20-Year Jihad Ebadullah.Ebadi Mon, 07/27/2026 - 20:49 Author Mursaleen Muwahed Profile Photo Author Short Bio BA in Journalism Author Job Multilingual Journalist & Social Media Editor Afghanistan The leader of Afghanistan's Islamic Emirate says one of the main objectives of the 20-year jihad was the enforcement of the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice. Sheikh Hibatullah Akhundzada made the remarks during a meeting in Kandahar with local officials, religious scholars, and tribal elders from the country's southern provinces. He urged religious scholars to take the lead in implementing Islamic teachings, reforming society, and playing a more active role in these efforts.
[Premium Times] This latest installment of the PREMIUM TIMES reporting series on a failed coup plot against President Tinubu reveals how a police officer assigned to guard gates and escort VIPs at the Presidential Villa gave the alleged coup leaders false hope and made money off them.
The Afghanistan Polio-Free Initiative has said that the polio vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect children against the disease and has urged families to ensure their children receive the vaccine. The initiative said in a post on Monday, July 27, on X that people should not be misled by false information about […] The post Afghanistan Polio-Free Initiative Highlights Safety and Effectiveness of Polio Vaccine appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
FIFA said more than 6.3 million food and beverage items were sold during the tournament, while official stores across the venues covered a combined retail space of more than 9,000 square meters. The post FIFA Fan Festival attracts more than nine million visitors during World Cup 2026 first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Islamic Emirate Spokesman Dismisses Badakhshan Clashes as 'Propaganda' Ebadullah.Ebadi Mon, 07/27/2026 - 20:44 Author Hadia Ziaei Afghanistan Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for Afghanistan's Islamic Emirate, described the recent clashes in Badakhshan as "propaganda" at the opening of the "Government in the Mirror of the Press" program. Mujahid also said no malicious elements would be allowed to carry out activities, adding that the Afghan people support the country's political system. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, said: "No malicious agenda will be given the opportunity to operate.
Kabul Water Crisis Deepens, Raising Health, Livelihood Concerns Ebadullah.Ebadi Mon, 07/27/2026 - 21:03 Author Bibi Amina Hakimi Profile Photo Author Short Bio Bibi Amina Hakimi reports on the economy for TOLOnews. Author Job TOLOnews' Reporter Afghanistan Kabul's water shortage is worsening, leaving millions of residents struggling with limited access to drinking water, rising water costs, and growing concerns over the future of the city's water resources. The capital, which relies largely on groundwater for its drinking water supply, has in recent years experienced a sharp decline in groundwater levels, the drying up of hundreds of wells, and contamination of a significant portion of its water sources.
Dışişleri Bakanı Hakan Fidan, ABD'nin Ankara Büyükelçisi ve Suriye ile Irak Özel Temsilcisi Tom Barrack'ı Ankara'da kabul etti, görüşmenin içeriğine ilişkin resmi makamlardan herhangi bir açıklama yapılmadı.
Human rights organization Rawadari has said that Pakistan’s military attacks on Afghanistan, particularly an airstrike on a drug treatment and rehabilitation center in Kabul, constitute a clear violation of international law and may amount to war crimes. The organization said in a report published on Monday, July 27, that at least 1,187 civilians were killed […] The post Rawadari: Pakistan’s Attacks on Afghanistan Constitute War Crimes appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The article offers general advice to parents on how to encourage children to eat home-cooked meals, noting that summer vacation is beginning in many countries and children may be spending more time at home.
The Taliban have announced a meeting between the head of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment and Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister. The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, under the Taliban administration, said on Monday, July 27, that Sayed Karim Hashemi, head of the chamber, met with Jamshid Khodjaev, Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, in […] The post Taliban and Uzbekistan Officials Meet; Kabul and Tashkent Seek to Increase Bilateral Trade appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Afghanistan, Uzbekistan Sign 22 Agreements Worth AFN 13.2 Billion Hayatullah.Rahimi Mon, 07/27/2026 - 23:18 Author Liluma Qadiry Business The Afghanistan-Uzbekistan Business Forum was held in Kabul with the participation of government officials and hundreds of businesspeople from both countries. During the forum, 22 cooperation agreements worth nearly AFN 13.2 billion were signed in the sectors of paper, petroleum, food products, edible oil, marble, logistics, construction, and solar energy. Speaking at the event, the Islamic Emirate's Minister of Industry and Commerce described the visit of 300 Uzbek businesspeople and investors as unprecedented, saying the two countries aim to increase bilateral trade to $5 billion.
The Taliban have announced that 431 families, comprising 2,199 people, were forcibly returned to Afghanistan on the previous day. Hamidullah Fitrat, deputy spokesperson of the Taliban, said in a statement on Monday, July 27, that 337 families, including 1,679 people, entered the country through the Torkham border crossing. According to the statement, 42 families returned […] The post Continued Deportation of Afghan Migrants; 431 Families Returned in One Day appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
[Daily Maverick] Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (Idac) head Andrea Johnson has asked President Cyril Ramaphosa and the National Director of Public Prosecutions, Andy Mothibi, to release her from her post with immediate effect, requesting that her three-month notice period be waived.
Afghanistan’s Minister of Public Works Mohammad Isa Thani and Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjayev have discussed ways to expand economic and transit cooperation, as well as advance joint infrastructure projects between the two countries. During their meeting in Kabul, the two sides discussed the timeline for launching feasibility studies for the Afghan-Trans railway project […] The post Afghanistan, Uzbekistan discuss expanding transit cooperation and advancing railway projects first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman, the leader of Pakistan’s Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam party, has said that the situation in Afghanistan is better than in Pakistan and that Pakistan is facing a difficult path. Speaking at a gathering, Fazl-ur-Rehman said Pakistan has become isolated in the region and is facing tensions with both India, its long-time rival, and Afghanistan. He […] The post Fazl-ur-Rehman warns Pakistan is ‘sinking,’ says Afghanistan is doing better first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) says floods in eastern Afghanistan have left thousands of people in urgent need of assistance, with women and girls among the most affected. In a post on X on Sunday, July 26, the organization said it is providing emergency services, essential supplies, and psychosocial support to people affected by […] The post UN: Women and Girls Among Those Most Affected by Floods in Eastern Afghanistan appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The Afghanistan Freedom Front has claimed that clashes with Taliban fighters are continuing in Badakhshan province, and that its forces have inflicted heavy casualties on the group. In a video statement released on Sunday, July 26, the front said that after causing heavy losses to the Taliban in “liberated areas” of Zebak district, Taliban fighters […] The post Freedom Front Claims Continued Clashes and Taliban Withdrawal in Zebak, Badakhshan appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
With rising poverty, unemployment, and economic difficulties faced by families, the number of street children in Herat has increased. Sources say some of these children spend nights without shelter or enough food beside shops, roads, and parks across the city. Speaking to the Hasht-e Subh Daily on Sunday, July 26, sources said the presence of […] The post Increase in Street Children in Herat; Poverty and Economic Crisis Push More Children onto the Streets appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Sources in Mazar-e-Sharif say Iranian pilgrimage visas, which were announced as free for pilgrims, are being sold to applicants for hundreds of dollars by some companies and individuals. Speaking to the Hasht-e Subh Daily on Sunday, July 26, sources said that each Iranian pilgrimage visa is being sold by companies in Mazar-e-Sharif for between $400 […] The post Sources: Iranian Pilgrimage Visas Sold for Hundreds of Dollars in Mazar-e-Sharif appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Floods in Nuristan province, Afghanistan killed 25 people and injured 125, causing $40 million in damages. Aid has now reached nearly 500 affected families, marking a positive step in relief efforts, though survivors are calling for more sustainable support.
Farmers in Wantrag village, Anantnag district, south Kashmir, have transformed their local economy by adopting Chinese hybrid watermelon cultivation, with nearly 80% of households now growing the crop and the village earning over Rs 2 crore last year, with expectations to double that figure this year.
The Press-Workers Union criticized CHP Istanbul provincial head Gürsel Tekin for his approach targeting press freedom and media organizations, calling his statements against a BirGün journalist unacceptable.
Since the Taliban regime regained takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021, women’s education has faced severe restrictions under their rule, raising significant concerns both domestically and internationally. Although limited primary education for girls is permitted up to 6th standard in some areas, it is with a changed syllabus that has no international value, and the […] The post The Future of Girls’ Education in Afghanistan: Role of Regional Countries appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
An Uzbek delegation met with Islamic Emirate officials, as discussed in a YouTube video featuring commentary from a deputy minister and an international relations analyst.
Sayed Naseem Sadat, spokesperson for the Afghanistan Cricket Board, said on Sunday the national cricket team has arrived in Birmingham, England, to begin its preparations for the upcoming five-match ODI series against Ireland. According to Sadat, the Afghan squad will continue training in England until August 1 before traveling to Ireland for the One-Day International […] The post Afghan team arrives in England for training camp ahead of Ireland ODI series first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
The Afghanistan Freedom Front has claimed that seven Taliban fighters were killed and six others wounded in a rocket attack on a Taliban military convoy traveling on the Kabul-Badakhshan route. In a statement issued on Sunday, July 26, the front said the attack was carried out the previous evening in Dushi district of Baghlan province. […] The post Freedom Front Claims Seven Taliban Fighters Killed on Kabul-Badakhshan Route appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, said on Sunday Afghanistan has the potential to connect South Asia with Central Asia through data transit. Speaking at the opening of a communications and information technology exhibition in Kabul, Baradar described the development of the communications and IT sectors as one of the […] The post Afghanistan can link South and Central Asia through data transit: Baradar first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Afghanistan's Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation announced plans to expand air corridors with additional countries, building on existing routes connecting the country to China, India, and the UAE. The initiative aims to offset trade disruptions caused by suspended commerce with Pakistan and reduced access to Iranian ports amid ongoing regional tensions, with regular flights already operating to 30 countries worldwide.
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has warned that funding shortages in 2026 threaten nutrition programmes for 5.7 million children and mothers in Afghanistan. In a post on X on Sunday, July 26, the agency said that without urgent funding, millions of people in Afghanistan could lose access to essential […] The post OCHA: 5.7 Million Children and Mothers at Risk of Losing Nutrition Services appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Afghanistan says human trafficking aimed at forcing victims to engage in criminal activities in scam operations has become a growing form of exploitation. In a post on X on Sunday, July 26, UNODC said traffickers confiscate victims’ passports after transferring them and keep them under […] The post UN Reports Rise in Human Trafficking appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Militants attacked a police checkpoint in Tank district, killing 15 people, including 14 security personnel, using more than 1,300 kilograms of explosives. Security forces repelled the attackers and killed 12 terrorists, but the brazen assault highlights a worsening terrorism threat in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) says it has provided essential medical equipment and supplies to Herat Regional Hospital to strengthen the hospital’s capacity. In a post on X on Sunday, July 26, the organization said the assistance aims to improve the hospital’s preparedness in managing emergencies and providing medical services to people […] The post Red Cross Provides Medical Equipment to Herat Regional Hospital appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
A 67-year-old man from Afghanistan is unable to access his return migration benefits from the Swedish Migration Agency, drawing criticism from the Sweden Democrats, who say authorities could improve their guidance for benefit recipients.
The Badakhshan governor also urged everyone to encourage opposition groups not to destabilize the country and to appreciate the current security situation. The post Badakhshan Governor, Army Chief reaffirm commitment to Afghanistan’s security first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Despite the diplomatic push, violence has spread beyond the Gulf. The post US pauses strikes on Iran as diplomatic efforts gather pace amid regional tensions first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Firefighters, military personnel and emergency responders have been deployed across the affected regions, while thousands of residents remain displaced. The post Hundreds of thousands flee as devastating wildfires rage across France and Spain first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
The Vanishing Girl of Kabul: Betrayal, Hope and an Extraordinary Fight for Women’s Rights, a book by Zahra Joya, founder of Rukhshana Media, focusing on the stories of women in Afghanistan and her experiences as a journalist, has been launched and published in the United Kingdom. The book was published on Thursday, July 23, 2026, […] The post Zahra Joya’s The Vanishing Girl of Kabul Launched in the UK appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
An Afghan television program hosted by Farakhabar discusses the Islamic Emirate's rejection of allegations made by Pakistani officials, with participation from a journalist and political analyst examining the diplomatic disagreement.
A high-level Uzbek economic delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjayev arrived in Kabul with 170 traders and investors, where they were welcomed by Afghanistan's Minister of Industry and Commerce Nooruddin Azizi.
Sadin Ayyıldız, Chargé d’Affaires of the Turkish Embassy in Kabul, held a courtesy meeting on Saturday with Attaullah Omari, Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. The Turkish Embassy in Kabul said in a post on X that during the meeting, the two sides held constructive and fruitful discussions on […] The post Afghanistan, Turkey discuss expanding agricultural cooperation first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, has warned that Afghanistan refugees in Iran are among the most vulnerable groups amid the ongoing conflict in the country. Bennett wrote on X on Saturday, July 25, that Afghanistan refugees in Iran are often overlooked despite the ongoing hostilities. […] The post Richard Bennett: Afghanistan Refugees in Iran Among the Most Vulnerable Groups appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Afghanistan's Taliban government dismissed Pakistan's claims that the Islamic Emirate harbors anti-Pakistan militant groups, insisting Pakistan's security crisis stems from internal causes unrelated to Afghan rule. Pakistan's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister had urged Afghanistan to prevent its territory from being used for terrorist activities, raising the issue at a regional summit.
The family of Ismail Kakar, a former Afghan national Kurash athlete, claims he was poisoned and did not die of natural causes while in Germany. They have released forensic documents from a Berlin hospital and are urging both German and Afghan authorities to investigate the circumstances of his death.
Supply ChainDaily Times (Pakistan)· Jul 25, 2026, 5:49 AM3MODERATE
Pakistan’s passport has improved by two places in the latest global passport rankings, moving from 103rd to 101st position. Despite the gain, it remains among the world’s weakest travel documents, ranking ahead of only Iraq, Syria and Afghanistan. Read More: Pakistan’s passport retains 100th place in global ranking The updated ranking was released by global citizenship […]
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has provided humanitarian assistance to 690 people affected by recent devastating floods in Afghanistan’s eastern Nuristan province, the agency said Friday. UNICEF said the assistance was distributed among residents affected by the recent floods in the mountainous province. The aid included soap, kitchen supplies, hygiene kits and bathing items […] The post UNICEF Provides Aid to Nearly 700 Flood-Affected Residents in Afghanistan’s Nuristan appeared first on Khaama Press .
Refugee advocates and Afghan community groups have expressed concern over a reported U.S. government initiative to interview hundreds of Afghan refugees, warning that information collected could later be used in immigration enforcement or deportation proceedings. According to The Washington Post, the U.S.
THE HAGUE: Member states of the International Criminal Court voted on Friday to dismiss Karim Khan as prosecutor following allegations of sexual misconduct. Eighty-two of the court’s 125 member states voted in favour of the prosecutor’s removal. Khan, 56, denies any wrongdoing and his lawyer said he will challenge his dismissal.
NAI, the Afghanistan Independent Journalists Association, has called on the United Nations and human rights organizations to pressure the Taliban to release Azizullah Aziz, a local journalist detained in Nangarhar province. In a statement issued on Friday, July 24, NAI said Aziz was arrested by the Taliban in Nangarhar. According to the organization, Taliban forces […] The post NAI Urges UN to Pressure Taliban to Release Detained Local Journalist appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall killed nine people and injured one across Logar, Maidan Wardak, Parwan, Kapisa, and Panjshir provinces in Afghanistan, destroying 131 homes, damaging 332 others, and washing away crops on more than 4,010 jeribs of farmland. Affected residents are pleading with the government and aid organizations for emergency assistance as roads remain closed and infrastructure lies in ruins.
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[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Fuel prices continue to oscillate between 6,300 shilling (1.68 dollars) and 6,700 shillings per litre for both petrol and diesel, contributing most to the high average prices of goods and services in the second quarter of 2026.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transport and Housing has summoned Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano to appear before it on August 4, after she delined to appear in person.
A YouTube video announcement for a discussion show titled 'Farakhabar – Afghanistan in Regional Dynamics: Consensus or Division?' featuring host Shams Amani with guests Rohullah Rahimpour and Sayed Bilal Fatemi, produced by Binarai Sarwari.
Iran's foreign minister addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting, stating that Afghanistan's stability is strategically important for regional security and development, and calling for enhanced regional cooperation on Afghanistan.
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is being sold at significantly different prices across Kabul—from 65 to 80 afghanis per kilogram—despite the municipality's official price cap of 65 afghanis, prompting complaints from drivers and residents about weak market regulation and economic pressures.
Germany's Federal Constitutional Court ruled that the government cannot collectively cancel previously issued resettlement commitments to Afghan nationals and must assess each case individually, following a complaint by an Afghan woman and her two sons.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran supports efforts to build a secure and stable Afghanistan with an inclusive government during a Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting in Kyrgyzstan.
After the Houthis said they had struck the two tankers on Thursday, Trump said he would hold Iran accountable for any further attacks by the fighters. The post Trump vows to punish Iran for Houthi attacks in Red Sea; oil surges over $100 first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
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Widespread flooding in southeastern Afghanistan has resulted in extensive financial losses across Paktia, Paktika, and Khost provinces. Over 100 houses have been destroyed or damaged, along with bridges, roads, livestock, and agricultural land. Residents have lost homes, property, and livelihoods, with many now living in tents and calling for urgent aid and improved flood management systems.
Efforts are underway to bring natural gas to Herat, Afghanistan, as the TAPI pipeline project nears the city. Local officials plan to launch a $420 million project to establish a gas distribution network throughout Herat, which is expected to create 3,000 direct and over 70,000 indirect jobs. Residents and economic experts anticipate significant benefits, including improved living standards due to reduced energy costs and a decrease in air pollution as natural gas replaces fossil fuels in homes and industries. Over 110 kilometers of the TAPI pipeline have already been laid in Herat Province, and Afghanistan is projected to receive substantial volumes of gas and earn significant transit fees annually.
In eastern Afghanistan, three days after floods killed 23 people and injured 125 in the city of Parun, a response is being organized. Humanitarian actors fear such tragedies may become more common in a country already facing enormous needs.
The truth is that we hold a grudge against fate itself, refusing to accept that mistakes and dark chapters exist in our lives and our history. For years, the world has known Afghanistan not for its past and present scientific and literary luminaries, nor for the thousands of golden pages of its culture and civilization, […] The post The Land Known by Its Wounds appeared first on Hasht-e Subh .
Pakistan has recorded a significant drop in poliovirus detection in environmental samples during the first half of 2026, with the positivity rate falling from 48.1% to 13.1%. This improvement is attributed to new strategies including external audits and enhanced training. Despite this progress, a polio expert noted that unchecked movement from Afghanistan remains a concern, as poliovirus strains linked to Afghan provinces were found in Pakistani environmental samples.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that a newly agreed civilian nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia will only move forward if the kingdom normalizes relations with Israel by joining the Abraham Accords. In a post on social media, Trump said the agreement does not permit uranium enrichment and stressed that approval of the […] The post Trump links Saudi nuclear deal to Israel normalization through Abraham Accords first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
DisasterFolha de S.Paulo Internacional· Jul 23, 2026, 12:55 PM7ELEVATED
Monsoon rains and floods have claimed the lives of at least 82 people across India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan this week. In India's Assam state, 10 deaths were reported in the last 24 hours, bringing the total to 36 in the region, where rescue efforts are ongoing.
The Islamic Emirate, Afghanistan's current government, has reiterated its demand for the country's seat at the United Nations, stating that its denial is an injustice. Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid insisted the UN should address this issue seriously, promising to pay outstanding membership dues of over $900,000 if the seat is transferred. The international community, however, continues to view respect for human rights, an inclusive government, and counterterrorism efforts as conditions for recognizing the Islamic Emirate.
[Premium Times] The ruling contrasts with long line of judicial decisions asking courts to exercise restraints in stopping anti-corruption agencies from carrying out their statutory duties, and calls back to mind a 2024 landmark judgement of the Supreme Court affirming the agencies investigative powers.
At least 82 people have died after heavy rains across northeastern India, Pakistan and Afghanistan this week, authorities said, as flooding caused widespread damage to farmland, infrastructure and public facilities.
<p>KYBARTAI AND VILNIUS, Lithuania — Rimas Rimkus is patching some asphalt at the end of his driveway on a narrow lane off the main drag of J. Basanavičiaus Street in the town of Kybartai.</p><p>He invites visitors into his fenced backyard, adorned with a decorative wishing well, swinging love seat, mini greenhouse and rows of young strawberry plants. </p><p>His adult son, Danielius, joins him as he unlocks the high fence's back gate to show what's next-door.</p><p>Russia.</p><p>Just beyond a small field is a border post in Kaliningrad, a 5,800-square-mile piece of Russia that's home to 1 million Russians and possibly 100 tactical nuclear warheads.</p><p>Though it was a peaceful April morning, other times the father and son say the air is filled with the sound of rifle shots.
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said his administration is making what he described as the largest investment ever in the U.S. armed forces, while renewing criticism of the American withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Pakistan's Foreign Office voiced disappointment with a recent European Union report that indicated a regression in Pakistan's compliance with its GSP+ commitments, while also completely rejecting an Amnesty International report alleging civilian casualties from Pakistani strikes in Kabul. Separately, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar is set to attend a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting in Kyrgyzstan.
Iran has sent a humanitarian aid convoy to Afghanistan's flood-hit Nuristan province, delivering food supplies to families affected by devastating floods. The convoy arrived in Parun, the provincial capital, carrying relief supplies for families whose homes and livelihoods were damaged by the floods.
A 14-year-old student in Kabul died after his family reported that a doctor allegedly sent him to a mullah instead of ordering medical tests for severe head pain.
Yemen’s Houthi militia attacked two Saudi Arabian oil tankers in a military operation, the group said on Thursday, and a Saudi news agency later confirmed one of the two vessels was ablaze after an assault while sailing in the Red Sea. The Saudi Arabian state news agency SPA, citing an official source at the General […] The post Houthis say they attacked two Saudi tankers; Saudi Arabia says one ablaze in Red Sea first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Devastating floods have swept through parts of Afghanistan’s northeastern Nuristan province, killing more than 40 people, injuring dozens, and leaving many others missing. The United Nations reported extensive damage to homes, public buildings, and businesses, with damaged roads and difficult terrain severely complicating search and rescue operations.
Search and rescue operations are ongoing in Nuristan, Afghanistan, three days after devastating floods swept through the region. At least 21 victims have been recovered, but four people remain missing. The floods have caused widespread destruction, killing and injuring dozens of residents, and inflicting approximately $40 million in damages to businesses and government buildings in the provincial capital, Parun. Over 120 injured individuals were treated at the provincial hospital.
Afghanistan and Uzbekistan have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding railway cooperation, with officials from both countries holding talks on key cross-border infrastructure projects, including the proposed Trans-Afghan railway. Afghanistan’s Ministry of Public Works said a technical delegation led by Deputy Minister for Railways Mohammad Ishaq Sahibzada visited Uzbekistan to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation […] The post Afghanistan and Uzbekistan advance railway cooperation, discuss Trans-Afghan project first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Health officials at the Afghan-Japan Hospital report that confirmed HIV cases have more than doubled compared to previous years, rising from 81 in 2022-2023 to 200 in 2025-2026. A primary factor cited for this increase is the return of Afghan migrants from neighboring countries. Doctors are emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis, treatment, and public awareness to combat the spread of HIV.
The supreme leader of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), Sheikh Hibatullah Akhundzada, has emphasized the responsibility of religious scholars and government officials in guiding society, saying that the proper fulfillment of their duties would contribute to the reform of the entire population. According to a statement shared by IEA deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat, Akhundzada […] The post IEA leader says scholars and officials have vital role in guiding society first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Floods in eastern Afghanistan have killed approximately 40 people, according to initial United Nations reports. The Taliban government previously reported 23 deaths due to floods in Nurestan, which also caused significant damage to Parun, the provincial capital.
Amnesty International reported that a Pakistani airstrike on the 'Hope' drug addiction treatment center in Kabul approximately four months ago resulted in hundreds of civilian deaths and is being investigated as a potential war crime. The organization found no evidence that the center was used for military purposes.
Germany's Interior Minister, Alexander Dobrindt, stated that the country will continue deporting Afghan nationals convicted of serious crimes. This announcement followed a fatal knife attack in the western city of Trier, which allegedly involved an Afghan citizen. Dobrindt described the deportations as 'necessary and unavoidable'.
Four months after calling on Pakistan’s authorities to explain how and why they targeted a Kabul drug rehabilitation centre on 16 March, killing at least 269 civilians, Amnesty International has published a new investigation calling for the attack to be investigated as a possible war crime. The organization found no evidence to support the Pakistan military’s claims […] The post Afghanistan/Pakistan: Deadly Pakistan air strikes on Kabul drug rehab centre should be investigated as possible war crime – new investigation appeared first on Amnesty International .
Residents of Qalandar District in Khost, Afghanistan, have completed the construction of a 17-kilometer road funded by private donations from a 21-member community council. The road connects approximately 60 villages across three districts, reducing travel time from 60 kilometers to just 17 kilometers and improving access to essential services.
DisasterBBC Dari (Afghanistan)· Jul 21, 2026, 5:42 PM6ELEVATED
Flooding in Nurestan province in eastern Afghanistan has killed at least 23 people, with over 100 still missing and 80 injured, according to the Taliban-controlled National Disaster Management Authority.
Nearly 100 people remain missing in Nuristan, Afghanistan, following an unspecified disaster event that has prompted mourning and discussion among government disaster management and environmental officials.
Pakistani politician Fazlur Rehman claimed in a televised discussion that the United States used Pakistan as a proxy to attack Afghanistan, a recurring theme in regional political discourse on US military involvement in South Asia.
A catastrophic flash flood struck Parun, the capital of Nuristan province in northeastern Afghanistan, killing at least 23 people, injuring 80 others, and leaving more than 100 missing. Afghanistan's Meteorological Department has issued warnings for eight provinces expecting heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on Wednesday, raising concerns of further flooding in already vulnerable regions.
Afghanistan is increasingly relying on Iran and Uzbekistan for trade, with annual trade volumes reaching $3.3 billion with Iran and $1.7 billion with Uzbekistan. This shift occurred after disruptions in trade with Pakistan. Uzbekistan saw a 41% increase in exports to Afghanistan within a year. While trade with Uzbekistan remains stable, recent tensions between Iran and the United States have raised concerns about the impact on Afghanistan's trade with Iran.
The first Chinese transit train has successfully delivered 500 tonnes of cargo, including fibreboard sheets, to Herat in western Afghanistan, utilizing Iran's railway network. This marks a significant development in regional trade connectivity.
Five Afghan young men from Mir Qasim Jan village in Chamtal district of northern Balkh province were buried after reportedly dying while travelling to Iran through an irregular migration route.
Hayya was among top Hamas officials targeted in 2025 in an Israeli attack in Doha, where he is based, Israeli officials told Reuters. The post Hamas names Khalil Al-Hayya as new overall leader first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Afghanistan has launched construction on a 280-meter bridge in Kajaki district, Helmand province, worth AFN 180 million, aimed at maintaining connectivity between northern and southern districts during heavy rainfall and river flooding. Local residents report the project will ease access to emergency services, as seasonal flooding has previously prevented medical patients from crossing the Helmand River.
The humanitarian situation has also been worsened by the return of nearly six million Afghans from neighbouring Iran and Pakistan since late 2023. The post Rights group warns of growing food insecurity in Afghanistan first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News .
Afghanistan's Taliban government has welcomed the United Nations' appointment of Rabab Fatima as the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative for Afghanistan and head of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA).
A human rights group reports that Iran has executed an Afghan national and an Iranian citizen for charges including murder and desecration of bodies, marking the latest in a series of executions that has claimed approximately 15 Afghan lives this year. Legal experts and migrant rights activists argue the executions may violate Iran's international legal obligations and call for greater diplomatic intervention by Afghanistan.
The acting head of Afghanistan's embassy in Doha has welcomed the UN's appointment of Bangladeshi diplomat Rabab Fatima as the new head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan, expressing hope that she will help improve the country's international standing and facilitate Taliban recognition at the UN. Afghan political analysts say the leadership change could create opportunities for better dialogue between Kabul and the international community, though success depends on broader international commitments to Afghanistan.
The European Union has highlighted ongoing efforts to improve maternal and newborn healthcare in Afghanistan, warning that the country continues to face one of the world's highest maternal mortality rates.
Pakistani security forces engaged in artillery fire against Taliban positions following an attack by Taliban fighters on Pakistani border posts. The clashes involved the use of light and heavy weapons, though the specific location remains unidentified.
Bollywood actor Salman Khan has responded humorously to online speculation about his health after a recent public appearance caused concern among fans on social media.
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake occurred in Afghanistan on July 19, 2026, at a depth of 104.8 kilometers, with approximately 1 million people in the surrounding 100-kilometer area potentially exposed to ground shaking.
Local authorities in Afghanistan's Nuristan province have registered 19 historical sites and ancient artifacts, many of which suffered damage and looting during the country's prolonged conflict. Officials say a dedicated security unit has been deployed to protect the sites, with residents and historians urging restoration efforts to preserve the nation's cultural heritage and support tourism and economic development.
An Afghan talk-show program titled 'The Nimroz Tragedy' brings together journalists, legal experts, and international relations analysts to discuss an unspecified incident in southwestern Afghanistan that resulted in young people's deaths.
Five young migrants have died and 14 others are missing after a group of 19 attempting to cross illegally into Iran became stranded in Nimroz province's desert, according to local officials.
Women in Afghanistan are increasingly establishing small businesses and entrepreneurial ventures as universities remain closed to female students and formal employment opportunities remain restricted. According to UN Development Programme data, the number of officially registered women-owned businesses has grown tenfold to over 10,000 in recent years, with tailoring, textiles, and small commerce becoming primary income sources for Afghan women facing educational barriers.
Kabul residents are enduring severe power shortages as the capital faces summer heat, with most neighborhoods receiving electricity for only 6-7 hours per day due to a critical supply-demand gap. The power company acknowledges a 250 MW deficit and attributes outages to aging infrastructure, while residents increasingly turn to expensive generators and solar appliances to cope with unreliable grid access.