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Ukrainian President Zelensky expressed concern over Moscow’s lack of response to Washington’s proposed ceasefire, which has been on the table for a week. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a U.S. proposal for a ceasefire in the air, sea, and frontlines has been on the table for a week, with its implementation possible long ago. […]

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The WHO has warned that 80% of health centers in Afghanistan could close due to a severe funding shortage. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that 80% of health centers in Afghanistan under its support are at risk of closure by June due to funding shortages. This serious concern was raised in a report […]

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The European Union and its international partners have committed €5.8 billion to support Syria and its neighboring countries. The funding was announced by EU Foreign Policy Chief, Kaja Kallas, on March 17. She emphasized that this assistance comes at a crucial time to support the Syrian people and address their humanitarian needs. Kaja Kallas stated […]

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The spokesperson for the U.S. State Department has announced that Afghans who have worked with U.S. forces and agencies are not included in the travel ban list. This decision is intended to support Afghans who have collaborated with American forces. On Monday, March 17, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated during a press briefing that […]

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Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V pledged €100 million over two years on behalf of the Ismaili Imamat and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) to address Syria’s urgent humanitarian and development needs. In his address at the European Commission’s ninth annual conference, “Standing with Syria: Meeting the Needs for a Successful Transition,” Prince Rahim […]

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Sean Parnell, the new spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Defense, stated that all those responsible for the withdrawal from Afghanistan will be held accountable. On Monday, in his first press briefing, he told reporters that witnessing the surrender of Afghanistan to the Taliban in that manner was very difficult for him. He stated that […]

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A new agreement between Afghan and Pakistani officials has been reached, ensuring the reopening of the Torkham border crossing tomorrow. Officials from the Chamber of Commerce and Investment of the Taliban in Nangarhar have stated that Afghan and Pakistani traders, along with tribal elders, have reached an agreement to reopen the Torkham border crossing. Following […]

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The United Nations Security Council has announced the extension of the mission of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). This decision reflects the ongoing international commitment to supporting Afghanistan during challenging times. On Monday, March 17, the Security Council issued a message on X/Twitter, stating that the resolution to extend the UNAMA mission […]

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The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported that from January to March 2025, meeting the basic needs in Afghanistan has faced serious challenges. According to OCHA, since the beginning of 2025, there has been difficulty in providing essential services such as education, food, health, nutrition, and shelter due to […]

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Mike Waltz, National Security Advisor at the White House, emphasized that Iran must abandon all aspects of its nuclear program. If this does not happen, all options against Tehran will remain on the table. In an interview with ABC News on Sunday, March 17, Waltz stated, “Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. All options are on […]

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The Torkham border crossing, one of the most important transit and trade routes between Afghanistan and Pakistan, has been closed for nearly a month. While previous efforts to reopen the crossing have been unsuccessful, recent reports confirm that a meeting between Afghan and Pakistani traders is planned to discuss reopening the border crossing. Local officials […]

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The Qatar Red Crescent Society announced that this year it has donated 152 million Qatari Riyals to 10 poor countries, including Afghanistan, to fulfill healthcare needs and provide medical services. On Monday, March 17, the organization reported that the funds would be used for 121 health-related projects in these poor countries. According to the Qatar […]

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Pakistan’s only operational metro rail service, the Orange Line Metro Train (OLMT) in Lahore, continues to face significant challenges due to low ridership and financial difficulties. Launched in 2020, the project was initially expected to serve 250,000 passengers daily, but in its first year, ridership remained limited to 72,000 passengers per day, leading to considerable […]

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The Afghanistan National Journalists’ Union and the Afghanistan Journalists Center have released reports ahead of National Journalists’ Day, March 17, shedding light on the situation of media and journalists over the past year. These reports present a concerning picture of the restrictions, rights violations, and challenges faced by the media under the rule of the […]

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After the Syrian government accused Hezbollah of killing three of its soldiers, the Syrian army launched rocket and artillery attacks on positions held by the Lebanese militant group. This escalation has raised tensions between Syria and Hezbollah, a key ally of the Iranian government. According to a report from Syria’s state news agency (SANA) on […]

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently made sharp remarks, labeling Pakistan as the “center of terrorism” and accusing the country of “exporting terrorism” worldwide. His statements, made on Sunday, March 16, in a podcast with Lex Fridman, have once again escalated the long-standing tensions between the two neighbors and attracted global attention to the challenging […]

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Kirsten Hillman, Canada’s Ambassador to the United States, announced that Canada takes its sovereignty seriously and has no interest in joining the United States. She emphasized that the country values its independence. In an interview with Fox News on Sunday, March 16, Hillman revealed that over 91% of Canadians oppose the idea of joining the […]

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Pakistani media have reported that the government of Pakistan has rejected the Taliban’s request to suspend the expulsion of Afghan migrants. This decision has been made despite calls for reconsideration from Afghan authorities. According to the Express Tribune, on Monday, March 17th, sources from the Pakistani government confirmed that the expulsion of illegal Afghan migrants […]

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The recent hijacking of the Jaffar Express train in Balochistan’s Bolan region underscores long-standing concerns about security, governance, and development disparities in Pakistan’s largest province. The attack, carried out by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) on March 11, 2025, has once again brought international attention to the decades-old Balochistan conflict, which remains a point of […]

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The senior advisor to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has stated that Pakistan holds Afghanistan responsible for terrorism, but is unwilling to engage in diplomatic talks with the Afghan Taliban. Muhammad Ali Saif emphasized that dialogue with the Afghan Taliban is essential to address terrorism effectively. Saif criticized the federal government for being “apathetic” towards the […]

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