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Afghanistan Risks Losing 10% of GDP as Aid Declines, Warns IRC

9 hours 16 minutes ago

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) warned Afghanistan could lose up to 10% of its GDP as international aid and climate funding sharply decline this year. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has warned that Afghanistan could lose up to 10% of its gross domestic product due to declining foreign aid. In a report released on Wednesday, […]

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Fuel Tanker Explosion in Northern Nigeria Kills at Least 35 People, Dozens Injured

9 hours 40 minutes ago

At least 35 people were killed and dozens injured after a fuel tanker overturned and exploded in Nigeria’s northern Niger State, officials said. A fuel tanker overturned and exploded in Nigeria’s northern Niger State, killing at least 35 people and injuring dozens more, officials said on Tuesday. The explosion occurred after the tanker tipped over […]

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Jewels Worth $102 Million Stolen in Daring Heist at Paris’s Louvre Museum

9 hours 54 minutes ago

Thieves carried out a swift, seven-minute heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris, stealing historic jewels valued at $102 million, authorities confirmed Tuesday. A daring theft at the Louvre Museum in Paris has left French authorities scrambling after a collection of royal and historic jewels was stolen from the Apollo Gallery. The French Interior Ministry […]

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Trump–Putin Meeting in Budapest Postponed

10 hours 6 minutes ago

Plans for a Trump–Putin meeting in Budapest were postponed after the U.S. and allies rejected Moscow’s ceasefire terms requiring Ukrainian territorial concessions. Plans for a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest have been postponed, according to reports from The Guardian. The decision reportedly followed growing support from Ukraine […]

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Pakistan and Afghanistan Preparing for Second Round of Talks in Turkey

11 hours 9 minutes ago

Pakistan and Afghanistan are preparing for a second round of talks in Turkey aimed at advancing ceasefire efforts, easing border tensions, and improving bilateral cooperation. Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities are reportedly preparing for a second round of negotiations to be held in Turkey, sources familiar with the matter said. The next phase will focus […]

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Mass Protests Erupt in New York After ICE Raid on Chinatown Over ‘Counterfeit Goods’ Crackdown

11 hours 36 minutes ago

Protesters flooded New York’s Chinatown after a large ICE raid targeting counterfeit goods vendors, with residents denouncing the operation as excessive and politically motivated. Hundreds of protesters gathered in downtown Manhattan after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents raided New York’s Chinatown district on Tuesday, detaining several vendors and bystanders. According to local reports, […]

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Veteran Bollywood Actor and Comedian Asrani Dies at 84 After Prolonged Illness

11 hours 48 minutes ago

Veteran Bollywood actor and comedian Govardhan Asrani passed away at 84 in Mumbai after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a rich cinematic legacy. Veteran Bollywood actor and comedian Govardhan Asrani, fondly known as Asrani, passed away at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness, Indian media reported on Monday. He breathed his last at […]

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UK Removes Hayat Tahrir al-Sham From Terror List Following Policy Shift Toward New Syrian Leadership

12 hours 1 minute ago

The UK has removed Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from its terror list, citing policy shifts toward Syria’s new leadership and enhanced regional cooperation. The United Kingdom has officially removed Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) from its list of designated terrorist organizations, the Foreign Office announced on Tuesday. According to the statement, the decision was made after extensive […]

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EU Donates €1 Million to Support Health Services in Afghanistan

12 hours 33 minutes ago

The European Union has provided an additional €1 million to the World Health Organization to strengthen emergency healthcare, maternal care, and disease prevention efforts across Afghanistan. The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the European Union has contributed an additional €1 million to support critical healthcare operations in Afghanistan, where millions face a worsening humanitarian […]

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Former Pakistani Envoy Says Afghanistan Shelters TTP, ISIS, and al-Qaeda

12 hours 45 minutes ago

Pakistan’s former envoy Asif Durrani said Afghanistan has become a safe haven for TTP, ISIS, and al-Qaeda, urging kabul to take decisive counterterrorism action. Pakistan’s former ambassador Asif Durrani has criticized the Taliban’s denial of militant activity in Afghanistan, calling it “regrettable” and inconsistent with international findings. Speaking to state television, Durrani said Pakistan’s concerns […]

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Iran to Launch Work Visa Program for 200,000 Afghan Nationals in 2025

12 hours 58 minutes ago

Iran will begin issuing up to 200,000 work visas for Afghan citizens in 2025, aiming to regulate foreign labour, reduce illegal migration, and prioritize Iranian employment opportunities. Iran’s Ministry of Cooperatives, Labour, and Social Welfare has announced the launch of a new work visa program for Afghan citizens, set to begin in October 2025, in […]

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OpenAI Unveils ‘Atlas,’ an AI-Powered Browser to Rival Google Chrome

13 hours 28 minutes ago

OpenAI unveiled its AI-powered web browser “Atlas,” built on ChatGPT technology, aiming to challenge Google Chrome with autonomous browsing and real-time search integration. OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, has unveiled a new web browser called “Atlas”, designed to compete directly with Google Chrome using advanced artificial intelligence features. Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO, announced on Tuesday […]

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Pakistan’s Former Foreign Minister Urges Islamabad to Formalize Durand Line as Recognized Border

13 hours 41 minutes ago

Pakistan’s former foreign minister said Islamabad must turn the Durand Line into a recognized border, calling it vital for regional stability and peaceful Afghanistan–Pakistan relations. Pakistan’s former foreign minister, Khurram Dastgir, has reiterated that the border separating Pakistan and Afghanistan—known as the Durand Line, is an internationally recognized boundary. Speaking in response to the recent […]

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North Korea Test-Fires Multiple Short-Range Ballistic Missiles

14 hours 22 minutes ago

North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles on Wednesday, its first such test in months, prompting Seoul to boost military readiness and coordination. South Korea’s military said on Wednesday that North Korea has launched several short-range ballistic missiles — its first such test in nearly five months. According to South Korea’s Yonhap news agency, the […]

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India Upgrades Technical Mission in Kabul to Embassy, Effective Immediately

14 hours 35 minutes ago

India has upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full embassy with immediate effect, expanded diplomatic, humanitarian, and development cooperation with Afghanistan. India’s Ministry of External Affairs announced Tuesday that its technical mission in Kabul will be upgraded to a full embassy, effective immediately, marking a major diplomatic shift. In a statement, the ministry […]

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Kremlin Says No Date Set for Possible Putin–Trump Meeting

1 day 6 hours ago

The Kremlin said no date has been set for a potential meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, denying reports of delays. The Kremlin said no date has been set for a possible meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, despite recent speculation. The clarification came after […]

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UK Backs Afghanistan–Pakistan Ceasefire, Calls It Key Step Toward Regional Stability

1 day 6 hours ago

The UK expressed support for the Afghanistan–Pakistan ceasefire, calling it a vital step toward reducing border tensions and promoting regional stability. The United Kingdom has voiced support for the ceasefire agreement between Afghanistan and Pakistan, calling it an important step toward easing border tensions and strengthening regional stability. Hamish Faulkner, the UK’s Deputy Foreign Minister […]

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Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy Jailed After Final Court Ruling

1 day 6 hours ago

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy began serving a prison sentence after a final court ruling upheld his corruption conviction, marking an unprecedented moment in modern France. Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been taken to prison after a final court ruling upheld his corruption conviction — a first in modern French history. Sarkozy, who served […]

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Austria Deports First Afghan Convict in Years

1 day 10 hours ago

Austria deported a 31-year-old Afghan convict to Kabul, marking its first such expulsion in years, with more deportations reportedly planned soon. Austria has deported an Afghan national convicted of violent crimes, marking the first such deportation to Afghanistan since the Taliban regained power in 2021, Austrian media reported. The 31-year-old man, who had been convicted […]

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Pakistan Reports New Polio Case in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Total Rises to 30 This Year

1 day 10 hours ago

Pakistan reported a new polio case in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, raising the national total to 30 this year, as eradication efforts continue amid vaccination challenges. Pakistan’s Health Ministry confirmed a new case of polio in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, raising the country’s total to 30 cases in 2025. Officials said the latest patient is […]

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