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Category: Afghanistan

After 18-Month Closure, Angoor Adda Border to Reopen, Revitalizing Trade with Afghanistan
Reopening of Angoor Adda border signals improving relations and prioritizes trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Pakistan, China, Afghanistan Hold Trilateral Talks on Connectivity and Counterterrorism
Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan hold trilateral talks in Kabul to boost trade, regional connectivity, and counterterrorism.
Muttaqi Criticizes Neighbors as Pakistan Hosts Afghan Opposition Event
Islamabad says Afghan exile conference is for peace and inclusion as Kabul criticizes neighbors over hosting opposition voices.
Kabul Hosts Aug 20 Trilateral as Pakistan, China and Taliban Eye CPEC Expansion 
Pakistan, China and the Taliban meet in Kabul on Aug 20 to discuss counterterrorism, CPEC expansion and regional ties.
The Afghan Taliban to drop flowers over Kabul from helicopters to mark the anniversary of their takeover. [Associated Press].
Afghan Taliban marks 4th year in power amid Russia recognition, Pakistan-Afghanistan TTP tensions, and upcoming trilateral meet in Kabul.
Taliban mark four years in power with vows to govern under Sharia, foil Daesh plot in Parwan, and face mounting global isolation. [IC: The Washington Post].
Taliban say they foiled a Daesh plot in Parwan as they mark four years in power, amid global isolation, TTP tensions, and new cabinet orders.
Afghan karate champion Maqbool Shah Gardiwal at Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day event in Landikotal near the Afghan border. [HTN Correspondent/HTN Creatives].
Afghan Kyokushin Karate champion Maqbool Shah Gardiwal showcases kata at Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day event in Landi Kotal.
Haibatullah Orders Dropping ‘Interim’ Tag as Taliban Marks Fourth Year in Power
On Aug 15, 2025, Taliban chief Haibatullah Akhundzada ordered dropping ‘interim’ from Afghan cabinet titles, signaling a governance shift in year four.
Residents of Dar-e-Suf Payin, Samangan, Afghanistan, collecting water from a small reservoir amid worsening drought. [IC: FAO/Hashim Azizi].
WFP warns Afghanistan’s worsening drought is driving severe food insecurity across Northern provinces.
Workers are working on the railway track.
A new railway network connects Afghanistan to 8 nations, transforming its economic landscape and boosting regional trade.
WAPDA begins crucial roller-compact-concrete work on Diamer Basha Dam, a key milestone to boost Pakistan’s water and power.
Sudden, intense cloudbursts are causing deadly flash floods and landslides in South Asia, a crisis worsened by climate change.
Nepal’s PM resigns amid Gen Z-led protests over corruption and a social media ban, with the army now stepping in to restore order.
For the volunteers on one boat trying to reach Gaza, crew duties and history lessons, hope and anxiety coexist.
TTP chief Noor Wali Mehsud’s credibility is now in question after a seminary revoked his Dora-e-Hadith degree due to his involvement in “wrongful activities.
Israel’s attack on Qatar, a key US ally, raises questions about sovereignty, diplomatic norms, and the effectiveness of regional alliances.
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