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UN Security Council Condemns ISKP Terrorist Attack on Chinese Restaurant in Kabul

UN Security Council condemns ISKP attack on a Kabul Chinese restaurant, urging protection for civilians and accountability for attackers.

January 23, 2026
Afghanistan, Breaking News, International security, Terrorism

EU Launches Second Phase of Afghan Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme with €10 Million Commitment

The EU announces €10 million support for Afghan women’s economic empowerment, focusing on skills, livelihoods, and small businesses.

January 23, 2026
Afghanistan, Breaking News, Economy, Women & Society

Al-Naba Covers ISKP Suicide Attack on Chinese Restaurant in Kabul

Al-Naba reports on the ISKP suicide attack in Kabul, releasing a photo of the alleged bomber and claiming the restaurant opened recently.

January 23, 2026
Afghanistan, Breaking News, Security, Terrorism

Taliban Release Women’s Taekwondo Coach Detained in Herat

Taliban authorities release women’s taekwondo coach Khadija Ahmadzada after 13 days in detention in Herat.

January 23, 2026
Afghanistan, Breaking News, Women & Society

Nestlé Announces $60 Million New Investment in Pakistan at Davos Roundtable

Nestlé announces a fresh $60 million investment in Pakistan at Davos, saying it will expand operations and turn Pakistan into a regional export hub.

January 22, 2026
Economy, News, Pakistan

Islamabad Food Authority Seals Pepsi Distributor Over Use of Expired, Contaminated Sugar

Islamabad Food Authority seals Pepsi’s main distributor after finding expired and fungus-infested sugar, suspending operations and sealing thousands of bags.

January 22, 2026
Crime, News, Pakistan

Board of Peace: Who Joined, Who Refused and What It Aims to Do

Explainer on the new Board of Peace launched at Davos: who joined, who refused, who leads it, and what the initiative claims it aims to achieve.

January 22, 2026
gaza, Middle East, News, Security, USA, World

France Says It Will Not Join Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ Over Concerns About UN Mandate

France says it will not join Trump’s Board of Peace, citing concerns that its charter conflicts with UN resolutions on Gaza and the UN Charter.

January 22, 2026
gaza, News, Security, USA, World

When Faith Becomes a Weapon: How the Taliban Turn Religion into a Tool of Control

The Taliban are turning religion into a tool of control in Afghanistan, enforcing conformity through coercion, fear and ideological policing of society.

January 22, 2026
Afghanistan, News, Religion, Security

Digital Pakistan 2026: How Satellite Broadband, Smart Governance and Fintech Are Reshaping the Economy

From satellite internet to e-governance and fintech, Pakistan’s digital transformation in 2026 is reshaping connectivity, services and financial inclusion.

January 22, 2026
Economy, News, Pakistan, Science & Tech

Newsflash:

Multiple Countries Urge Citizens to Leave Iran Amid Rising Regional Tensions

ICC Confirms Bangladesh’s Direct Spot in 2028 T20 World Cup

China Calls on U.S. to Remove Unilateral Tariffs Following Court Decision

Taliban Ruled Afghanistan a Growing Threat to Regional Security, Moscow Warns

Afghanistan Sees Growing Tribal Unrest Following Pakistan’s Operations

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