RTAPakistani Airstrike Hits Drug Treatment Center in Kabul, Afghan Officials Report Over 400 Killed
A Pakistani airstrike targeted a drug treatment center in Kabul on March 16, killing over 400 and wounding more than 250 according to Afghan officials, while Pakistan denied hitting civilians. UN agencies confirmed casualties and called for investigations and de-escalation amid escalating tensions.
ReliableIslamic Emirate Reports 400 Killed in Pakistani Airstrike on Kabul Drug Rehabilitation Hospital
Islamic Emirate officials reported at least 400 killed and 250 wounded in a Pakistani airstrike on a 2,000-bed drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul. The attack prompted widespread national and international condemnations calling for de-escalation and respect for civilian protections.
ReliableAfghan Customs Affairs Show 11.7% Progress in Solar Year 1404
Afghan customs affairs showed 11.7% progress in solar year 1404 compared to the previous year, according to a Ministry of Finance report presented at a technical evaluation meeting chaired by General Director of Customs Maulvi Mohammad Hamed Ahmad. Provincial officials' concerns were heard with promises of resolution.
ReliableOver 178,000 Metric Tons of Goods Transported via Afghanistan's Railway Lines in Past Week
Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Works reported transporting 178,421 metric tons of goods via its railway lines in the week of 15-21 Hoot, including significant volumes through Hairatan, Aqina, Torghundi, and Khaf-Herat ports. Exports of 1,090 tons mainly comprised dried fruits and pomegranate juice, with the ministry highlighting benefits for jobs, revenues, and economic stability.
ReliableAirstrike Hits Kabul Drug Rehabilitation Hospital, Killing at Least 400, Afghan Officials Say
A Pakistani airstrike hit a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, killing at least 400 and wounding 250, mostly addicts, according to Afghan officials, who condemned it as a crime amid Pakistan's denial of targeting the site. The attack came during the 20th day of border clashes, drawing condemnations from India, the UN and Afghan figures.
ReliableHibatullah Akhundzada Issues Eid al-Fitr Message Emphasizing Unity and Non-Interference in Afghan Affairs
Hibatullah Akhundzada, leader of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, released an Eid al-Fitr message emphasizing unity, obedience, improved security, non-interference in Afghan affairs, and condemnation of global injustices against Muslims. Critical outlets noted its silence on Pakistan border clashes and women's rights amid ongoing conflicts.
ReliablePakistani Shelling in Afghanistan's Khost Province Causes Civilian Casualties, Taliban Officials Say
Pakistani artillery and mortar shells hit civilian areas in Afghanistan's Khost province overnight, killing at least one and wounding several including women and children, Taliban officials said, though reports differed on locations and numbers. A separate civilian death was reported in Nuristan province.
ReliableIslamic Emirate deputy spokesman reports 4 civilians killed in Pakistani attacks on Afghan border provinces
Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy spokesman for the Islamic Emirate, said Pakistani mortar and artillery attacks on border provinces killed four civilians and wounded nine others over the past 24 hours. The Pakistan Democratic Movement voiced concern over civilian casualties from the strikes and urged an end to clashes.
Taliban Ministry of Defense Claims Drone Strike on Pakistani Camp in South Waziristan
The Taliban Ministry of Defense claimed a drone strike hit a Pakistani military camp in South Waziristan's Wana area, targeting Special Service Group facilities and causing heavy casualties, in retaliation for Pakistani airstrikes in Kandahar. Kabul said the Pakistani strikes hit a drug rehabilitation hospital and an empty container with no casualties; Pakistani officials have not commented.
ReliableAfghanistan's National Environmental Protection Agency Urges Restraint from Hunting Migratory Birds
Afghanistan's National Environmental Protection Agency has issued notices urging citizens to refrain from hunting migratory birds during their passage season across specified provinces, based on a decree from the Prime Minister's Office. Security forces and locals are tasked with enforcement to protect biodiversity.
ReliableIndia Condemns Pakistan's Airstrikes on Afghanistan Amid Taliban Claims of Killing Pakistani Soldiers
India condemned Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghanistan that killed civilians, while the Taliban claimed its forces killed 14 Pakistani soldiers and wounded 11 in border clashes in Kunar and Nangarhar. Pakistan dismissed Taliban casualty figures and condemned their drone attacks.
ReliableAfghan, Turkmen officials discuss land acquisition for TAPI project route
Afghan Minister of Agriculture Maulvi Ataullah Omari met TAPI project head Murad Amanov and Turkmen Ambassador Khwaja Avazov to discuss speeding up land acquisition for the pipeline in Afghanistan, assuring fair rates per national laws.
ReliableChina urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to hold talks amid border tensions
Chinese officials, including Foreign Minister Wang Yi and special envoy Yue Xiaoyong, urged Pakistan and Afghanistan to resolve border clashes through dialogue in recent meetings and calls with top officials from both sides. The efforts come amid escalating military exchanges, including Pakistani airstrikes and Taliban retaliation, with reports of civilian casualties.
ReliableZalmay Khalilzad urges Islamabad to de-escalate tensions with Afghanistan and pursue dialogue
Former U.S. envoy Zalmay Khalilzad condemned Pakistan's recent military actions against Afghanistan as unacceptable, urging Islamabad to de-escalate tensions and engage in dialogue to avoid retaliation.
ReliableAfghan Defense Ministry Claims Drone Strikes on Pakistani Military Center Near Islamabad
Afghanistan's Ministry of National Defense claimed drone strikes on a Pakistani military center named Hamza near Islamabad, causing heavy casualties, while Pakistani officials confirmed drones from Afghanistan and airspace closure.
ReliableRocket Hits US Embassy Compound in Baghdad
A rocket struck the US Embassy compound in Baghdad's Green Zone, with reports varying on the exact impact site but confirming no immediate casualties. The incident heightens regional tensions amid US-Iran proxy conflicts.
ReliablePakistani Airstrikes Kill at Least Four Civilians in Kabul, Afghan Officials Say
Pakistani airstrikes on Afghan provinces including Kabul killed at least four civilians and wounded others, according to Taliban officials and UNAMA, prompting condemnations from former President Karzai and vows of response from the Islamic Emirate. Afghan forces reportedly struck back at Pakistani military targets in Kohat.
ReliableAdministrative Commission Meeting Held Under Chairmanship of Islamic Emirate Deputy Prime Minister for Administrative Affairs
The Administrative Commission of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan met under Mawlawi Abdul Salam Hanafi, reviewing committee reports and discussing issues in urban development, housing, and education ministries.
ReliableTaliban claims attack on Pakistani military sites in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Taliban forces claimed drone strikes on Pakistani military sites in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Kohat in retaliation for Pakistani airstrikes on Afghan cities including Kabul and Kandahar, which reportedly killed civilians. The cross-border clashes, ongoing since late February, have caused significant casualties and displacements according to UN figures.
ReliableUNAMA Deputy Warns of Escalating Taliban-Pakistan Conflicts Continuing After Eid
UNAMA deputy Georgette Gagnon warned of escalating Taliban-Pakistan tensions persisting post-Eid, urging restraint and ceasefire while highlighting displacement in six Afghan provinces and aid disruptions. She linked broader crises, including Middle East war impacts, to worsening Afghanistan's isolation and stability risks.
ReliableIranian Foreign Minister Araqchi Criticizes UNESCO's Silence on Bombing of Historical Sites
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi condemned UNESCO for not responding to Israel's alleged bombing of Iranian historical sites, including UNESCO-listed monuments. He made the remarks on X amid escalating tensions.
ReliableTaliban say four family members killed in Pakistani shelling in Khost
Pakistani shelling in Khost province killed four civilians from one family and wounded three others, according to Taliban deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat. Similar attacks targeted Kunar province, causing property damage but no casualties.
ReliableStandards and Quality Administration Rejects Two Shipments of Substandard Building Materials
Afghanistan's Standards and Quality Administration rejected and returned 9.5 tons of substandard angle iron and 35 tons of tiles via Sheikh Abu Nasr Farahi Port after failing quality checks. The agency stressed strict, transparent controls at all ports to protect consumers and market security.
ReliableAfghan Defense Ministry Deputy Spokesman Rejects Pakistan's Claims of Mujahideen Casualties as Propaganda
Sadiqullah Nasrat, deputy spokesman for Afghanistan's Ministry of National Defense, rejected Pakistan's claims of Afghan mujahideen casualties as propaganda and countered that Afghan attacks inflicted heavy losses on Pakistani forces.
ReliableMinistries of Public Health and Labor and Social Affairs Meet on Health Services for Vulnerable Groups
Afghanistan's Minister of Public Health Molavi Noor Jalal Jalali met with the Deputy Minister of Social Affairs Molavi Obaidullah Aminzadeh to discuss health services for orphans, unaccompanied children, women, and other vulnerable individuals. They agreed to form a joint committee for a memorandum of understanding on standard health services in orphanages and support centers.
ReliableCalligraphy Exhibition 'Manifestation of the Verses of the Holy Quran' Held in Herat
A three-day calligraphy exhibition titled 'Manifestation of the Verses of the Holy Quran' opened in Herat, displaying 108 works in Islamic scripts to support local artists.
ReliableIslamic Emirate Cabinet Holds 16th Meeting Under Prime Minister Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund
The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's cabinet held its 16th meeting chaired by Prime Minister Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund, discussing key national issues and extending a customs discount for one-key vehicle imports until solar year 1405.
ReliableUS to permanently close consulate in Pakistan's Peshawar
The United States plans to permanently close its consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, saving $7.5 million annually as part of cost-cutting measures, with services shifting to Islamabad.
ReliableBelarus-Afghanistan trade volume reaches $200 million annually, Belarus FM says
Belarus Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov announced that annual trade between Belarus and Afghanistan exceeded $200 million last year, using Uzbekistan as a key gateway. Reports note expanded trade ties since the Islamic Emirate's return.
ReliableLarge Quantities of Smuggled Goods Seized in Four Afghan Provinces Over Past Three Weeks
Afghanistan's Ministry of Finance reported that customs mobile patrols seized large amounts of smuggled goods, including medicines, rice, clothing, and electronics, in Kandahar, Nimroz, Farah, and Herat over the past three weeks. The suspects and items were transferred to customs offices for further investigation.