President Trump said U.S. concerns over TikTok are exaggerated and suggested he may extend ByteDance’s deadline to sell its American assets, despite lawmakers’ security warnings. President Donald Trump has signaled he may extend the deadline for Chinese tech giant ByteDance to divest its TikTok assets in the United States. Speaking to reporters on August 22, […]
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President Trump announced the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw will be held at Washington’s Kennedy Center, as FIFA expands the tournament to 48 teams. Trump made the announcement at the White House on August 22, standing alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who brought the World Cup trophy to the Oval Office. The tournament will be […]
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The UN Security Council sanctioned five individuals from Libya, Tunisia, Kuwait, and Tajikistan for financing and recruiting on behalf of ISIS and al-Qaeda. The United Nations Security Council has placed five individuals linked to ISIS and al-Qaeda on its international sanctions list, citing their involvement in financing, recruitment, and operational support for terrorist groups. In […]
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Kim Jong Un acknowledged North Korean troop losses in Ukraine for the first time, honoring fallen soldiers, while intelligence reports suggest thousands killed amid deepening Russia alliance. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has, for the first time, publicly acknowledged that his country’s soldiers fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine have suffered casualties. His comments […]
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UN expert Richard Bennett condemned U.S. sanctions on ICC officials, warning they undermine Afghanistan investigations, weaken victims’ rights, and set a dangerous precedent for global justice. Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on Afghanistan, has sharply criticized Washington’s new sanctions against International Criminal Court (ICC) officials, calling them a severe blow to justice and to […]
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Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry clarified that the Islamabad meeting was informal and carried no official status, stressing there is no cause for concern over its implications. Pakistan’s Foreign Office has confirmed the upcoming oppostion conference in Islamabad, calling it an “open event.” Foreign Office spokesperson Shafaqat Ali clarified during a press briefing that the government is […]
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Iran has warned that Syrian fighters may move to Afghanistan, echoing UN concerns that such relocations could destabilize the region and strengthen terrorist networks. Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has expressed alarm over the potential transfer of Syrian militants to Afghanistan, warning that such movements could destabilize the region. Speaking at […]
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Five Iranian security forces were killed in Sistan and Baluchestan after gunmen ambushed two patrol vehicles. Iranian security officials reported on Friday, August 22, that five security personnel were killed in an armed attack in Sistan and Baluchestan province. The assailants opened fire on two police patrol units. The attack took place in Iranshahr, where […]
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FBI agents searched John Bolton’s Washington home as part of a national security investigation. The former Trump adviser said he was unaware of the raid beforehand. FBI agents have searched the Washington, D.C. residence of John Bolton, who served as national security adviser under President Donald Trump. The unannounced raid took place on August 22 […]
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The United Nations has officially declared a famine in Gaza, warning that Israeli restrictions on aid have left 500,000 people facing severe hunger and worsening humanitarian conditions. The United Nations has formally declared a famine in Gaza, issuing its sharpest criticism yet of Israel’s role in blocking humanitarian assistance to the territory. Tom Fletcher, UN […]
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Amnesty International UK says asylum approvals for Afghans fell from 98% to 44%. The group warns new immigration laws are unfair, harmful, and undermine refugee protections. Amnesty International UK has warned that Britain’s new immigration policies have sharply reduced the rate of asylum approvals for citizens of Afghanistan and several other countries. According to the […]
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A car bomb in Cali and a military helicopter crash in Antioquia killed 17 people. President Petro blamed FARC splinter groups for the attacks. According to media reports, two separate incidents in Colombia have left 17 people dead: a car bomb explosion in Cali and a military helicopter crash in Antioquia. Sky News reported that […]
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The UN warns Syrian fighters may relocate to Afghanistan, boosting ISKP and TTP threats. Regional states fear renewed instability, while the Taliban deny harboring foreign militants. The United Nations has warned that Syrian fighters involved in conflicts during 2024 may relocate to Afghanistan, creating new security risks for the country and the wider region. The […]
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The U.S. has begun continuous vetting of all 55 million visa holders, revoking thousands for overstays, crimes, or security threats, sparking debate over privacy and due process. The U.S. State Department has launched a sweeping review of over 55 million visa holders worldwide under a policy of continuous vetting, aiming to detect violations such as […]
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Pakistan has urged the U.S. to buy back abandoned weapons in Afghanistan, warning they fuel insurgents. The $7 billion arsenal now threatens regional security and Pakistan’s stability. Pakistan’s military has called on the United States to buy back weapons left behind in Afghanistan after the U.S. withdrawal, warning that these arms are flooding black markets […]
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OpenAI will open its first India office in New Delhi later this year, highlighting India as its second-largest market and beginning local hiring to expand operations. OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, has announced plans to open its first office in India, located in New Delhi, later this year. The move highlights India’s position as OpenAI’s […]
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The U.S. revoked the security clearance of former Afghanistan envoy Tom West and 36 officials, citing misuse of intelligence, politicization, unauthorized disclosures, and breaches of professional standards. The U.S. National Intelligence Agency has revoked the security clearance of Tom West, former Special Representative for Afghanistan, along with 36 other current and former officials. In its […]
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Pakistan’s Supreme Court granted bail to Imran Khan in eight May 9 cases, overturning earlier denials but leaving him jailed in the Al-Qadir Trust corruption case. Pakistan’s Supreme Court has granted bail to former Prime Minister Imran Khan in eight cases related to the violent protests of May 9, 2023. A three-member bench, led by […]
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Pakistan’s envoy Mohammad Sadiq Khan met his UK counterpart Andrew McCoubrey to discuss Afghanistan’s crises, emphasizing the need for international cooperation to achieve regional peace. Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq Khan, announced a meeting with Andrew McCoubrey, the United Kingdom’s Special Representative for Afghanistan. Khan stated on Thursday, August 21, via X that […]
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Don Brown, a career diplomat and former deputy chief of mission, has been appointed U.S. Chargé d’Affaires for Afghanistan, succeeding Karen Decker after her dedicated service. The United States Embassy for Afghanistan, now operating from Doha, announced the appointment of Don Brown as Chargé d’Affaires ad interim on Thursday, August 21. The embassy confirmed the […]
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