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On June 8, Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Russia; all 61 drones were intercepted and destroyed by defenses. On Sunday, June 8, Russia’s Ministry of Defense reported that Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale overnight drone attack involving 61 unmanned aerial vehicles targeting multiple Russian regions. Russian air defense systems reportedly intercepted and destroyed […]

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Mercy Corps warns Kabul faces a severe water crisis; without urgent action, the city may run dry by 2030. The international humanitarian organization Mercy Corps has warned that seven million residents of Kabul face a critical water shortage crisis. If current trends continue, the city could experience complete drought by 2030. Dayne Curry, Mercy Corps’ […]

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Residents of western Kabul reported a market fire on Sunday, June 8; officials have yet to disclose cause or damage details. Residents of Kabul reported a fire outbreak in a market located in the western part of the city on Sunday, June 8. Several images shared on social media showed flames and smoke rising from […]

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UNHCR Chief Filippo Grandi warns millions of refugees worldwide, including Afghans, face hardship and cannot celebrate Eid al-Adha. Filippo Grandi, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has highlighted that millions of refugees worldwide, including many Afghans, are unable to celebrate Eid al-Adha this year. On Friday, June 6, Grandi issued a message of […]

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A young couple in Paktia tragically took their lives due to poverty and excessive marriage costs rooted in harmful traditional customs. Local sources in Paktika province report that a young boy and girl have taken their own lives in a tragic incident related to traditional marriage customs. The event occurred on Friday in the Barmal […]

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The Taliban are using advanced, smuggled technologies to build drones with precision capabilities, including navigation systems and small ammunition payloads. The British newspaper Daily Mail has reported that the Taliban have significantly advanced their drone development capabilities by utilizing imported high-tech components and sophisticated systems. According to the report published on June 7, the Taliban […]

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In a recent development amid ongoing regional tensions, several separatist groups operating within Pakistan have issued statements following India’s military operation known as Operation Sindoor, which reportedly targeted terrorist infrastructure and several Pakistan Air Force facilities. Some factions representing ethnic communities, including the Sindhi, Baloch, Pashtun, and Seraiki, have voiced support for efforts aimed at dismantling […]

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Richard Bennett praised the people of Afghanistan for their inspiring resilience amid ongoing hardships and restrictions on civil liberties. Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, has described the resilience and resistance of Afghanistan’s citizens under Taliban rule as a source of inspiration. His remarks come amid ongoing […]

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Trump sanctioned four ICC judges in response to investigations of U.S. war crimes and an arrest warrant for Israel’s Netanyahu. Former U.S. President Donald Trump imposed sanctions on four judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing them of politicizing their roles and abusing their authority. The move marks a significant escalation in tensions between […]

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UN Secretary-General Guterres warned that 2024 has seen an unprecedented number of UN staff deaths in Gaza, highlighting extreme risks. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has announced that a significant portion of UN personnel who died in 2024 were killed in the Gaza Strip — a figure he described as unprecedented and deeply concerning. Speaking […]

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President Trump told Elon Musk to leave the White House, citing frustration over policy disagreements and Musk’s criticism of key decisions. U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Friday, June 6, that Elon Musk had tested his patience to the limit and was told to leave the White House. The statement was shared via a post […]

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One in five Afghans urgently need food aid as rising hunger threatens millions amid economic collapse and declining international support. The World Food Programme (WFP) has reported that one in every five people in Afghanistan is dependent on humanitarian aid to survive. The agency warned that if international support continues to decline, millions more Afghans […]

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The U.S. State Department stated that Afghan TPS holders were expected to apply for permanent residency before the temporary status ended. The U.S. State Department has responded to growing concerns over the cancellation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghan refugees, stating that individuals under this program were expected to apply for permanent residency. Deputy […]

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Tensions escalated as Trump called Elon Musk “crazy” and demanded an end to federal contracts with Musk’s companies. A growing rift between Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of several major tech firms, and U.S. President Donald Trump has reached a dramatic high. The conflict stems from disagreements over federal budget proposals and government contracts, leading […]

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The World Food Programme warns that 10 million people in Afghanistan urgently need food assistance to survive amid worsening hunger crises. The World Food Programme (WFP) reports that Afghanistan remains one of the world’s hunger hotspots, with over 10 million Afghans in urgent need of food assistance for survival. According to WFP’s latest update on […]

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Kremlin says President Putin is ready to assist in resolving the nuclear dispute between Tehran and Washington after recent diplomatic talks. One day after a phone conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump, the Kremlin announced Putin’s readiness to help mediate tensions between Iran and the United States over nuclear issues. […]

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President Trump has suspended the entry of foreign students to Harvard University for six months, citing national security concerns. U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a new executive order suspending the entry of foreign students aiming to study or participate in programs at Harvard University. Reuters reported on June 5 that this order halts the […]

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At least 11 died and 47 were injured in Bengaluru due to overcrowding and chaos following Royal Challengers Bangalore’s IPL victory. Indian media have reported that at least 11 people lost their lives and 47 others were injured due to overcrowding and chaos among cricket fans in the city of Bengaluru. The incident occurred on […]

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The U.S. has banned entry from Afghanistan under a new order. Here’s a breakdown of affected visas and exempt categories. President Donald Trump has signed a broad new immigration proclamation barring citizens of 12 countries, including Afghanistan, from entering the United States. The move, announced on Wednesday night, will take effect from Monday, June 9 […]

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Over 80 human rights organizations have condemned the alarming rise in executions of Afghan citizens in Iran, urging immediate international intervention. More than 80 human rights organizations have jointly expressed deep concern over a threefold increase in the execution of Afghan nationals in Iran. In a recent statement, they have called for an immediate halt […]

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