Important News
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US Sanctions Russian Oil Giants Rosneft and Lukoil Over Ukraine War
The US sanctions Rosneft and Lukoil over Russia's war in Ukraine, in the first direct action under Trump. EU and…
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Taliban Severely Restrict Press Freedom and Target Female Journalists in Afghanistan
Taliban imposes harsh restrictions on Afghan journalists, especially women, severely curbing press freedom under strict surveillance and censorship.
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25-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide in Samangan Amid Mounting Concerns Over Youth Mental Health
A 25-year-old man died by suicide in Samangan, Afghanistan, amid rising concerns over youth mental health and limited psychological support.
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Herat Sees 130% Surge in Dried Fruit Exports, Reaching 14,000 Tonnes
Herat’s dried fruit exports soared 130%, hitting 14,000 tonnes and $40M in value, driven by global demand despite infrastructure and…
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Taliban Industry Minister Attends Turkmenistan Oil and Gas Expo
Taliban minister Nooruddin Azizi visits Turkmenistan oil expo to discuss economic ties, but global recognition and domestic issues hinder investment.
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Five Afghan Agricultural Firms Showcase Products at Saudi Agriculture Expo
Five Afghan agricultural businesses showcased saffron, dried fruits, and nuts at Saudi expo with UN and EU backing to boost…
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Zalmay Khalilzad Holds Informal Meeting with Taliban Foreign Minister
Zalmay Khalilzad met informally with the Taliban foreign minister, sparking debate over U.S. policy and Taliban legitimacy.
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Taliban Warns Right-Hand Drive Vehicle Owners to Register by Early November
Taliban gives right-hand drive vehicle owners until late October 2025 to register. Police will confiscate unregistered cars in Kabul after…
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Amrullah Saleh: Pakistan and Taliban Have Both Failed
Amrullah Saleh accuses Pakistan and the Taliban of strategic and intelligence failures amid rising tensions along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.
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Putin Oversees Major Russian Nuclear Drill Amid Rising Tensions with the West
Russia holds major nuclear exercise overseen by Putin, showcasing strategic capabilities as tensions with the West over Ukraine remain high.