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UNICEF has started distributing vitamins and minerals to 50,000 pregnant and lactating women in Kabul to improve maternal health. On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) announced the launch of a distribution program for vitamins and mineral supplements to support 50,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women in Kabul. The goal is to […]

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India rejected Trump’s claim that trade incentives influenced the India-Pakistan ceasefire, emphasizing bilateral resolution for the Kashmir issue. On Tuesday, India’s Ministry of External Affairs denied U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that the ceasefire between India and Pakistan was a result of trade incentives offered by Washington. Trump had suggested that the promise of increased […]

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Iran will invest $5 billion in Afghanistan’s iron ore sector, aiming to increase steel production and future profits. The Islamic Republic of Iran is set to invest $5 billion in Afghanistan’s iron ore mining industry, according to a report by Iran’s state-run Fars News Agency. Iranian Ambassador to Kabul, Alireza Bikdeli, described Afghanistan’s vast mineral […]

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Rights activists criticize the UN’s ‘Mosaic’ plan, saying it lacks public mandate and undermines legal and moral legitimacy in Afghanistan. A coalition of human rights activists has issued a strong statement condemning the United Nations’ proposed “Mosaic” political plan for Afghanistan. The activists argue that the plan effectively grants legitimacy to the Taliban, a group […]

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The interim administration of Taliban expressed readiness for dialogue with the US on Afghan refugee return, following the end of Temporary Protected Status. In a controversial move, the United States has decided to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 11,000 Afghan refugees. The decision has sparked reactions from various international bodies and raised concerns […]

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Afghan refugee advocates in Iowa rallied against Trump’s decision to end Temporary Protected Status, urging protection for vulnerable refugees. A group of Afghan refugee advocates gathered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on Tuesday, May 13, calling on local authorities to take immediate action to safeguard Afghan asylum seekers in the United States. The protest came in […]

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Pope Leo XIV urged the release of imprisoned journalists, emphasizing press freedom, ethical reporting, and responsibility in using modern technologies. In a strong affirmation of press freedom, the leader of the global Catholic Church has called for the release of journalists imprisoned for fulfilling their duty to inform the public. Emphasizing the importance of truth […]

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U.S. President Trump will meet Syrian interim leader Al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia, aiming to ease sanctions and normalize relations. A White House official has confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump will meet with Syrian interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, May 14. The official stated that the president had agreed to greet […]

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India reported today that it killed three suspected militants in Kashmir, while the ceasefire between India and Pakistan remains intact. According to France 24, May 13, the deadly clash in southern Kashmir occurred after India’s special counter-insurgency forces targeted militants in Keller forest. The location, near Pahalgam, witnessed heavy combat, resulting in casualties on both […]

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Pakistan has reported 51 fatalities, including civilians and soldiers, due to recent Indian attacks, heightening tensions between the two nations. The Pakistani military has confirmed that 40 civilians and 11 soldiers were killed following recent attacks by India during escalating clashes along the border. The violence has raised concerns over the ongoing tensions between the […]

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Saudi Arabia has pledged a $600 billion investment in the U.S., focusing on AI, technology, and defense sectors. Saudi Arabia has pledged to invest $600 billion in the United States, according to reports published by Reuters on Tuesday, May 13. The massive investment spans various sectors, underscoring strengthening economic ties between the two countries. Of […]

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OCHA warns that a severe funding shortfall threatens humanitarian aid in Afghanistan, leaving millions without essential support and relief services. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has announced that due to a significant reduction in humanitarian funding, aid distribution in Afghanistan will now follow a stricter prioritization framework. Over 12 […]

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Afghanistan’s national film institution has been dismantled, losing its historical identity and function, signaling a shift in cultural policy. The Interim administration has officially downgraded Afghan Film, the country’s sole state-run film production and archival institution, renaming it the “Audiovisual Management Department.” According to Sahraa Karimi, former director of Afghan Film, the restructuring has resulted […]

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The Kenyan court has ruled to extradite former Afghan official Zahir Qadir to the U.S. on drug trafficking charges. A court in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, has decided to extradite Former Afghan Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Zahir Qadir, to the United States on charges of drug and arms trafficking. Omega Ochieng, […]

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US President Donald Trump was warmly received by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking the start of his Middle East tour. U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday, marking his first foreign visit since beginning his second term in office. He was received at King Khalid International Airport by Crown […]

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A deadly explosion occurred during ammunition disposal by the Indonesian military, killing 13 people, including 9 civilians and 4 soldiers. At least 13 people were killed in a deadly explosion at an expired ammunition warehouse in West Java, Indonesia, on Monday, May 12. The blast occurred while Indonesian military personnel were attempting to neutralize obsolete […]

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In 2024, global displacement surged to a record 83.4 million, driven by war, natural disasters, and climate change impacts. A new report reveals that over 83.4 million people were internally displaced in 2024 due to conflicts, natural disasters, and climate change. This staggering figure is equivalent to the population of Germany. According to France 24, […]

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Authorities in Nimroz, western Afghanistan, seized over 5 million methadone tablets stored in a garage, preventing a smuggling attempt. Authorities in Nimroz province have reported the seizure of over five million methadone tablets, which were stored in a garage in the city of Zaranj. These drugs were intended for smuggling. Mawlawi Faiz Mohammad Faizani, the […]

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A Global Fund delegation visited Afghanistan for the first time since 2018, reaffirming commitment to fight AIDS, TB, and malaria. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has announced that a delegation from the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria visited Afghanistan for the first time since 2018. The visit marks a […]

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AfghanEvac condemned the U.S. decision to end Temporary Protected Status for Afghans, calling it a betrayal of American promises. Shawn VanDiver, President of AfghanEvac, has strongly criticized the U.S. government’s decision to end the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghan nationals. He described the move as a “betrayal” of those who risked their lives for […]

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