Torrential rains in Afghanistan have caused at least 28 deaths and 12 injuries, affecting nearly a thousand families and forcing approximately one hundred to flee their homes.

A new law introduced by the Taliban in Afghanistan implies the acceptance of child marriages, stating that 'silence is consent to marriage.' This legislation also makes divorce more difficult.

Iran is extending infertility treatment services to couples from several countries, including Australia, England, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.

Deutschland fördert die freiwillige Rückkehr nach Afghanistan, aber nur wenige nutzen die Option. Im Fall von Syrien ist das anders – weil die Lage vor Ort eine andere ist.

A law change in Afghanistan reportedly allows for the marriage of girls as young as nine years old, according to a British newspaper, attributed to the Taliban.

A BBC report from Afghanistan's Ghor province highlights the severe humanitarian crisis, capturing a poignant moment where a father, facing starvation, expresses his willingness to sell his two daughters to ensure his family's survival.

The Kremlin has reportedly asked China to finance the construction of a highway to Iran and Afghanistan, which would allow sanctioned Russia to transport goods directly by land through "friendly countries."

Ministers in the UK are accused of preventing nearly 9,000 Afghans, who were promised sanctuary in Britain, from escaping Afghanistan after the government ended its evacuation efforts.

Famine in Afghanistan has reached catastrophic levels, with millions facing acute food insecurity and entire provinces nearing starvation. Heart-wrenching testimonies reveal parents are resorting to selling their children to survive.

In Afghanistan, a dire humanitarian crisis has left three out of four people unable to meet basic needs, forcing some fathers to make the impossible choice of selling their children to survive.

Under newly amended citizenship rules, applicants from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh are now mandated to declare their passport status as part of the application process.

New citizenship rules in India mandate applicants to declare and surrender passports issued by Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are set to co-produce a film about British soldiers during the war in Afghanistan, based on a book by Major Adam Jowett, which tells a true story.

Pete Buttigieg commented on Secretary Duffy's taxpayer-funded road trip, stating he took a similar trip in Afghanistan.

Uzbekistan authorities have seized 596 kilograms of drugs at the border with Afghanistan.

The systematic exclusion of women from work and education in Afghanistan continues to escalate into a humanitarian calamity, threatening the survival of institutions and the country's future.

The European Union is pursuing closer cooperation with Afghanistan's Taliban regime regarding the return of Afghan migrants, despite ongoing legal and human rights concerns.

The article highlights the severe and ongoing crisis regarding women's rights in Afghanistan, describing it as a humanitarian calamity.

The ongoing conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan has resulted in 370 deaths, according to the UN, with more than half of these fatalities occurring in Pakistani forces' attacks on Omid Hospital.

Pakistan has accused militants operating from Afghanistan of being responsible for a recent deadly attack targeting its police forces.

Reg Austin, a courageous lawyer and elections expert who played a key role in Zimbabwe's independence and oversaw elections in Cambodia and Afghanistan, has died at 91.

Philip Caputo, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and former Marine officer who reported from Vietnam and Afghanistan, has died at the age of 84. He leaves behind a significant literary legacy.

Six people, including two children, were killed and 13 others injured when mortar shells fell on a market in northwestern Pakistan, near the border with Afghanistan.

Reports suggest a potential shift in the Taliban's approach to women's education in Afghanistan, with vocational training for girls with disabilities, internships for aspiring midwives, and rumors of the resumption of university graduations for women.

The Canadian federal government has finally broken ground on a national Afghanistan war memorial in Ottawa, years after a politically charged design dispute delayed the project.

Uzbekistan and Afghanistan have agreed to expand their collaboration in the healthcare sector, aiming to improve medical services and public health initiatives across both nations.

The Taliban has reportedly succeeded in curbing opium production in Afghanistan, a feat attributed to the deeply repressive nature of the regime, highlighting the link between drugs, power, and society.

Six women share their experiences of living under the Taliban's misogynistic theocracy in Afghanistan, describing the veil as a 'slow death' in powerful testimonies.

A new FIFA rule permitting Afghanistan's women footballers to compete in official matches is being celebrated as a historic moment and a recognition of basic human rights.

Afghan refugees are reportedly stranded at the Pakistan border, unable to cross amid renewed fighting in Afghanistan. Humanitarian concerns are rising for those caught in the difficult situation.

An informal 'Track 1.5' dialogue held in Istanbul brought together former officials, experts, and journalists to explore pathways for de-escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

An Afghan man has been convicted of conspiracy in connection with the deadly suicide bombing at Kabul airport. The attack occurred during the chaotic US withdrawal from Afghanistan.

An article provides an analysis on the concept of 'Afghan brinkmanship,' likely discussing political strategies or high-stakes maneuvers related to Afghanistan.

Following an attack on a Shiite place of worship in Herat that killed at least 11 people, a sense of structural vulnerability is growing within Afghanistan's Shiite community despite Taliban pledges of protection.

Afghanistan women will become a "symbol of resilience" after Fifa approved their return to international competition, says former captain Khalida Popal.

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have reportedly resumed following a series of fresh attacks, signaling a potential deterioration in cross-border relations and regional stability.

The German government has deported two dozen criminals to Afghanistan via charter flight, with more flights expected to follow due to a new diplomatic agreement.

Uzbekistan and Belarus have held discussions concerning an upcoming meeting on the Afghanistan agenda.

Pakistan and Afghanistan had been embroiled in months of deadly fighting that has killed hundreds of people since late February.

Afghanistan and Pakistan have exchanged attacks, signaling a flare-up in tensions between the two nations.

The Taliban reported that at least seven people were killed and over 80 wounded after mortars and missiles allegedly fired from Pakistan struck a university and civilian homes in northeastern Afghanistan.

Pakistan has been accused of carrying out strikes and attacking an Afghan university in Kunar province, with sources reporting casualties. Pakistan continues to reject these reports as "frivolous and fake."

New fighting has resulted in deaths in the border areas between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

The World Happiness Report 2026 has been released, showing Finland and Afghanistan maintaining their top and bottom rankings respectively, while India's ranking improved.

Uzbekistan, Afghanistan Boost Trade and Investment Ties  UzDaily

Julien Odoul, a representative of France's National Rally, published content featuring a Miss France, igniting a strong controversy in France regarding the neutrality of beauty queens and the…

The US is reportedly planning to send 1,100 Afghan evacuees, who have been in limbo at a Qatar base for years, to the Democratic Republic of Congo. Advocacy groups have criticized the plan as "unacceptable," fearing it could force their return to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan.

Financial support from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation has facilitated the establishment of a solar-powered sock manufacturing operation in Herat, Afghanistan, providing employment for 15 returnees and promoting sustainability.

Activists report that the United States is presenting Afghans with a difficult choice: return to a Taliban-controlled Afghanistan or relocate to the Democratic Republic of Congo, a policy drawing…

Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran is in critical condition in a New Delhi ICU, battling stage four Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare life-threatening immune disorder diagnosed after a severe infection including tuberculosis.

Afghanistan feels heat of Iran war as Taliban official says attacks on Gulf 'unfair'  The National

Former Afghanistan pace bowler Shapoor Zadran is currently battling a life-threatening disease. He is receiving treatment for HLH, a rare immune system disorder, at a hospital in India.

A former Australian soldier has publicly spoken out regarding allegations of war crimes committed during the conflict in Afghanistan, addressing the accusations made against Australian forces.

A moderate 5.5-magnitude earthquake has rattled Islamabad, Peshawar, and other areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan, with tremors also felt across Afghanistan.

A report by OCHA indicates that approximately 12,000 students in Afghanistan's border regions have been displaced or affected by the conflict with Pakistan, halting their schooling and necessitating safe learning spaces.

Afghanistan's Taliban administration has reportedly begun charging flyover fees to Swiss and other international travelers using its airspace.

Three people, including two children and a woman, were killed and three others injured when mortar shells fired from across the Afghan border hit a house in Pakistan's Bajaur district.

Afghanistan has inaugurated a new rail port on the Hairatan–Mazar-i-Sharif line, enhancing its transportation infrastructure and regional connectivity.

Dozens of people have died due to severe flooding in Afghanistan.

A business forum between Uzbekistan and Afghanistan has successfully moved forward several trade projects, aiming to boost economic cooperation between the two nations.

Cricket legend Dilip Vengsarkar is absolutely fuming! He's slammed the selectors for completely snubbing Auqib Nabi, the Ranji Trophy's top bowler, for the Afghanistan Test.

The Afghanistan women's refugee cricket team is set to tour England next month, marking their return to international play after being forced out by the Taliban. This tour represents a significant step for the team, which was displaced from their home country.

The upcoming meeting between the EU Commission, Sweden, and the Taliban regime in Afghanistan has drawn harsh criticism, with some labeling it as 'complicity'.

A BBC report is being criticized for allegedly portraying Islamic child slavery in Afghanistan as a necessary practice, drawing strong reactions from anti-immigration movements in the US and Europe.

A BBC report has exposed the dire reality in Afghanistan, where extreme poverty and debt are forcing parents to sell their children, including 7-year-old girls as sex slaves.

Afghanistan is grappling with record hunger due to massive unemployment and drastically reduced humanitarian aid, forcing desperate families to sell their children to survive.

Indian cricketers Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja have been rested for the upcoming one-off Test match against Afghanistan, indicating squad rotation.

In Afghanistan, extreme poverty and widespread hunger are forcing fathers to make impossible choices, including selling their children, often daughters, to ensure the survival of their remaining family members. This dire situation has led to a tragic increase in child mortality and desperate measures.

Afghanistan's national museum is playing a crucial role in preserving the country's ancestral memory and cultural heritage, ensuring its soul remains alive.

The Indian national team has announced its squad for the upcoming standalone Test against Afghanistan, followed by a three-match ODI series, scheduled to begin on June 6.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has detained the wife of Jose Serrano, a US Army sergeant who served multiple tours in Afghanistan, at a detention center in El Paso.

Officials from Uzbekistan and Afghanistan are engaged in discussions concerning transit arrangements via the Hairatan Port.

Tensions are rising between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with both sides reportedly targeting each other despite a ceasefire that was mediated in March, raising concerns about potential border clashes.

Since their return to power in August 2021, Taliban authorities have enacted a series of new regulations significantly restricting the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan, with recent attention focused on new family laws.

Several Pakistani paramilitary forces were killed in an attack on a security complex in the Bajaur district, northwestern Pakistan. The attack threatens a new crisis with Afghanistan.

Uzbekistan and Afghanistan have announced an expansion of their cooperation in the pharmaceutical sector.

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a stern warning to Afghanistan, stating that Pakistan would resort to 'open war' if Kabul fails to take action against terrorists operating from its soil.

The EU and Sweden are facing criticism, particularly from refugee organizations like IRC, for holding meetings with the Taliban, with warnings that deportations to Afghanistan could cost lives.

A UN report indicates that over half of the 372 deaths in the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan resulted from Pakistani military attacks on a drug treatment center in the Afghan capital on March 16.

A police report indicates that up to 1,500kg of explosives were used in the deadly Bannu terrorist attack that killed 15 personnel, with Afghanistan-based terrorists implicated, leading Pakistan to summon the Afghan envoy.

New requirements from the Danish Parliament, including politicians' consent to be quoted by name, are causing further delays in the Afghanistan inquiry and are described as a 'research ethical dilemma'.

Members of the Danish Parliament's leadership have voted to allow their names to be removed from an inquiry report concerning Afghanistan, a decision that has drawn criticism from some politicians involved.

Residents of a village in Afghanistan have resorted to selling their kidneys to survive extreme poverty and economic hardship. The village has become known as the 'one-kidney village'.

FIFA has officially recognized the Afghan women's football team, a development celebrated by captain Fatima Haidari as vital for asserting the team's existence. This recognition is seen as a significant step for the team, especially given the challenging circumstances in Afghanistan.

A year after being confined to her home in Afghanistan, cardiologist Lida Faiz has found refuge in Finland, working as a cleaner after a burqa helped her escape.

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of killing three civilians, labeling the incident a 'war crime' and a test of the fragile ceasefire agreed between the two countries last month.

Photographer Peter van Agtmael has spent over two decades documenting the realities of war, including extensive work alongside US soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. His work explores the impact of these conflicts beyond the battlefield.

Pakistan's Foreign Office has strongly criticized a UK envoy's 'one-sided' remark, asserting that cross-border attacks and infiltration continue from Afghanistan.

German Interior Minister Dobrindt has reportedly intensified secret cooperation with Taliban diplomats to facilitate more deportations to Afghanistan.

Uzbekistan and Afghanistan are working to expand their cooperation in the textile and agro-processing sectors, aiming to strengthen economic relations between the two countries.

Former Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen has agreed to allow researchers to use quotes from confidential meetings as part of an Afghanistan inquiry, while other officials have remained silent on the matter.

Mortar shells fired from across the Pak-Afghan border injured five people, including four children and a woman, in the Angoor Adda village of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s South Waziristan district, according to security sources.

Afghan cricket hero Shapoor Zadran is in a New Delhi hospital battling a rare life-threatening immune disorder and his family has issued an urgent appeal for A-positive blood donors.

FIFA has ruled that the Afghan women's national football team, whose players fled their home country after the Taliban takeover, can continue to represent Afghanistan under the world federation's umbrella.

Afghanistan's women's football team has received approval from FIFA to return to international competition after an eight-year hiatus, with former captain Khalida Popal calling them a 'symbol of resilience'.

Union parliamentary group deputy: Government's image helps AfD +++ 25 men deported to Afghanistan +++ Federal government wants to proceed against ruling on border control +++ all developments in…

Germany deported 25 men overnight who had been convicted of serious crimes and were subject to deportation, handing the group over to the Taliban in Afghanistan.

Rocket attacks on an Afghan university and homes killed seven people and injured 85, according to Afghan authorities who blame Pakistan, a claim denied by Islamabad.

Afghanistan has claimed that Pakistan renewed its attacks on the country, resulting in the deaths of seven people. This accusation marks a reported escalation in cross-border tensions.

Pakistani rocket attacks in Afghanistan killed four people, including students, women, and children, and injured around 30 others, hitting homes and Syed Jamaluddin Afghani University in Asadabad,…

Pakistan's information ministry has refuted reports from Afghan media alleging that Pakistan carried out attacks targeting a university and residential areas in Afghanistan's Kunar province.

An article raises the poignant question of whether Afghan lives are valued, reflecting on the ongoing humanitarian and political situation in Afghanistan.

The Salvadoran wife of a US military sergeant, who served three tours in Afghanistan, is facing deportation by ICE despite her husband's efforts to secure her permanent residency.

The brother of former Afghanistan cricketer Shapoor Zadran has stated that the family only needs prayers, not financial support, as Zadran battles a rare and serious disease.

Lawyers have informed a court that the UK has placed a 'freeze' on bringing Afghan families to Britain, meaning those deemed eligible for relocation due to their past work with the British are no longer being assisted in fleeing the Taliban-controlled country.

An activist reports that the United States is presenting Afghans with a stark choice: return to a Taliban-controlled Afghanistan or relocate to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Over 1,100 Afghan refugees remain in limbo in Qatar after the US halted a resettlement program, with activists reporting they are being told to choose between returning to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan or relocating to Congo.

Sweden and the European Commission are scheduled to hold 'technical talks' with the Taliban concerning deportations to Afghanistan.

Australia's most decorated veteran has been released on bail after facing war crimes charges related to deaths in Afghanistan. The legal proceedings are ongoing.

Afghan cricketer Rashid Khan revealed he was offered citizenship by both India and Australia.

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that 13,000 people crossed into Pakistan from Iran during a recent conflict, with an additional 170,153 entering Afghanistan from Iran. Crossings back into Iran increased following a ceasefire announcement.

Swiss documentary maker Edgar Hagen discusses his film "The Roots of Madness," which involved traveling to conflict zones like Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria to understand why so many people become refugees.

Iran and Afghanistan are progressing with a joint UNESCO dossier to recognize and preserve Asbads, traditional wind-powered mills, as cultural heritage.

Hundreds of men in eastern Afghanistan are digging into the rocky bed of the Kunar River in the Hindu Kush, searching for gold dust as an alternative source of income.

Torrential rains and floods have claimed at least 24 lives in Afghanistan over the past 48 hours, according to regional officials and the de facto authorities' disaster management agency.

A father shares a poignant story about a redbud tree planted in his front yard, which serves as a living memorial to his son who was tragically killed while serving in Afghanistan.

Almost five million people in Afghanistan are on the brink of famine, with three out of four struggling to access work, food, and healthcare. Unemployment is at record highs, affecting approximately 4.7 million Afghans.

Uzbekistan and Afghanistan are holding discussions aimed at fostering cooperation in the textile industry.

Germany pays money to voluntary returnees to Afghanistan or Syria. Government figures show how few take advantage of this.

As hunger continues to devastate Afghanistan, reports indicate that desperate families are resorting to selling their young daughters in exchange for food.

Due to extreme poverty, fathers in Afghanistan are reportedly being forced to sell their children, making impossible decisions to ensure their families' survival.

Ajit Agarkar provided reasons for the surprising exclusion of spin bowlers Axar Patel and Ravindra Jadeja from India's Test and ODI squads for the upcoming series against Afghanistan.

India's cricket squad for the series against Afghanistan has been announced, with Rishabh Pant losing his Test vice-captaincy and Ishan Kishan returning to the ODI team.

A delegation from Afghanistan's Taliban government has been welcomed to Brussels to discuss deportation policy, despite the EU not recognizing their regime. The visit has drawn criticism, with a Swedish politician expressing shame over the EU's role.

In Afghanistan, a staggering three in four people cannot meet their basic needs, forcing many fathers to make impossible choices, including selling their children, to survive.

An Uzbek business delegation has arrived in Afghanistan to conduct discussions and explore economic opportunities.

After a period of decline, a recent surge in fatal incidents has cast fresh doubts on Afghanistan's resolve to prevent its territory from being used against Pakistan, particularly concerning terrorist violence.

Morten Kromann, a Danish veteran who suffered psychological trauma in Afghanistan, has called it 'absurd' that politicians on the Foreign Policy Committee can have their names redacted from a controversial report on Denmark's 20-year involvement in Afghanistan.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has released the wife of a US soldier and Afghanistan veteran from detention. Her release comes after she was held for a month.

A deadly attack on a Pakistan outpost, which killed over 20 people in recent days, has put the Afghanistan ceasefire at risk.

World News in Brief: Conflict drives hunger in DR Congo, mass corporal punishment in Afghanistan, Earth's sand is running out  Dailyhunt

The United Nations has released a brief on world news, drawing attention to conflict-driven hunger in DR Congo, mass corporal punishment in Afghanistan, and the global issue of Earth's dwindling sand resources.

Pakistan and Afghanistan are engaged in a dispute over the identity of the perpetrators behind a recent suicide attack, highlighting ongoing tensions between the two nations.

The United Nations has reported that 372 civilians have been killed in the ongoing conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

A historical account details a British official's claim of bringing back the gates of the Somnath temple from Afghanistan, shedding light on a significant event in colonial history.

A global women safety index has identified Afghanistan, Yemen, and Syria as the world's most unsafe countries for women. These nations ranked lowest in the assessment of women's safety.

Professors are criticizing the Danish Parliament (Folketinget) for its lack of transparency regarding the Afghanistan mission, particularly for allowing politicians to remove their names from an independent inquiry.

A historical account details how Polish ethnographers traveled to Afghanistan in 1976, an expedition that significantly influenced the academic community and inspired broader societal changes in Poland.

The Danish Parliament has approved a measure allowing former ministers to remove their names from a potentially critical investigation into Denmark's 20-year involvement in the Afghanistan war.

Several journalistic productions, including Tim Hofman's "Boos," Follow the Money's exposé on Bolle Jos, the series "De Afhaalchinees," and the documentary "Hila voorbij de Taliban," have been honored with De Tegel awards.

A new study reveals that Finland is falling short in providing adequate assistance to journalists seeking refuge from countries such as Russia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

Germany celebrates its annual Bread Day on May 5, acknowledging that the daily availability of bread and pastries would be nearly impossible without foreign workers from Ukraine, Syria, and Afghanistan.

A new report indicates that Finland is not providing adequate support to journalists in exile, who have fled to the country from places like Russia, Iraq, Somalia, and Afghanistan.

Italian Ambassador Sabrina Ugolini reaffirmed Italy's humanitarian commitment in Afghanistan during a Coordination Group meeting in Istanbul.

Pakistan made a geographical error by displaying an incorrect map during a peace talks meeting with Afghanistan held in Istanbul, which aimed to ease military tensions.

The UK is facing accusations of leaving its allies with 'no safe route out' of Afghanistan after ceasing evacuation support. Colonel Simon Diggins, a former defense attaché, stated the UK has a 'moral responsibility' to help those promised evacuation, as the Taliban continues to pursue them.

Residents along the Pakistan border are fleeing their homes following alleged shelling incidents originating from Afghanistan.

A Track 1.5 dialogue held in Istanbul is bringing together officials and experts in an effort to explore de-escalation and improve relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Residents along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border have reportedly fled their homes following alleged shelling incidents originating from Afghanistan.

Five individuals have sustained injuries in a cross-border shelling incident involving Afghanistan, highlighting ongoing regional instability.

A new FIFA Council reform, in agreement with the Asian Football Confederation, has paved the way for the Afghanistan Women's National Team to be recognized and return to playing.

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of an artillery strike on a university, which officials reported killed at least four people and wounded about 70 others, though Pakistan has not acknowledged strikes on civilian areas.

Tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan have escalated, straining their truce, following a university strike and civilian casualties in Kunar, which Pakistan denies responsibility for, casting a shadow over ongoing ceasefire and peace talks.

Pakistan's recent strike on an Afghan university marks the first attack against Afghanistan since China-mediated peace talks led to a ceasefire between the two neighboring countries, putting the agreement at risk.

Afghanistan risks losing over 25,000 female teachers and healthcare workers by 2030.

Pakistan and Afghanistan have reported cross-border attacks, marking the first such incidents since the two countries agreed to halt violence at peace talks last month, putting the ceasefire at risk.

Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior has rejected Kabul's claim of a varsity attack, alleging it is an attempt to conceal the Afghan Taliban's support for terrorists.

Despite a recently announced ceasefire, violence re-erupted on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, resulting in at least three deaths and dozens injured during clashes.

This article profiles Amir Khan Muttaki, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister, describing him as the Taliban's international face and a key figure in the fundamentalist organization.

The UAE's Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) has reportedly spent Dh2.3 billion on global aid initiatives, reaching areas from Gaza to Afghanistan.

The first shipment from Central Asia has successfully reached Pakistan through China, establishing a new trade route that bypasses Afghanistan.

Iran has offered to help ease tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with a diplomat stating that regional stability depends on a peaceful resolution between the neighboring countries.

Uzbekistan and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have engaged in discussions to expand their cooperation on environmental initiatives. This collaboration aims to address pressing ecological challenges in the region.

The border between Pakistan and Afghanistan has been completely closed for six months due to ongoing conflict, with negotiations failing and residents bearing the brunt of the closure.

Former Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran is fighting a rare, life-threatening disease called HLH in a New Delhi hospital, with his family requesting prayers rather than financial support.

Britain's elite SAS soldiers are reportedly resigning in increasing numbers due to fears of legal scrutiny for their actions in Afghanistan and other conflicts, raising concerns for the US military as well.

Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Kyrgyzstan are working to strengthen their transit ties, aiming to enhance regional connectivity and trade.

Kazakhstan and Afghanistan are strengthening their cooperation in the railway sector, driven by a significant surge in freight volumes between the two countries.

Australia's most decorated soldier, Ben Roberts-Smith, appeared in court facing murder charges for alleged killings of prisoners in Afghanistan, which he denies. This marks Australia's first war crimes case against its own soldier.

A Gold Star father has stated that a prior review of the Afghanistan Abbey Gate bombing felt like a cover-up, as a new Pentagon panel examines millions of documents and completes interviews.

Kazakhstan plans to significantly increase its trade with Afghanistan to $3 billion in the coming years, up from the current $500 million annually, as part of a broader transit push.

Uzbekistan and Norway have held discussions to expand their bilateral cooperation, with a specific focus on the situation in Afghanistan.

Uzbekistan has initiated exchange-based trade with Afghanistan, marking a new development in economic relations between the two countries.