SecurityFormer MP Shapoor Hasanzoi Alleges Daughters Kidnapped by Taliban-Affiliated Individuals
Former Afghan MP Shapoor Hasanzoi alleges his daughters were kidnapped by Taliban-affiliated individuals and claims authorities have not cooperated despite his knowledge of their location. Taliban officials have not yet responded to the allegations.
ReliableUK Envoy Urges Restraint and Dialogue Following Cross-Border Strikes in Kunar
UK Special Envoy Richard Lindsay has called for restraint and diplomatic engagement following reported Pakistani military strikes in eastern Kunar province that killed seven civilians and injured seventy-five others. He emphasized the need to protect civilians and resolve border disputes through dialogue.
ReliablePakistani Strikes in Kunar Province Leave One Dead, Three Injured; Kabul Issues Formal Protest
Pakistani military strikes in Kunar province have killed one person and injured three, prompting Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry to summon Pakistan’s diplomatic representative and issue a formal protest over the cross-border attacks.
ReliableRelatives Question Circumstances of Man’s Death in Jalalabad
Relatives of a man killed in Jalalabad allege inconsistent Taliban accounts and signs of torture, demanding a transparent investigation as authorities remain silent.
ReliableHelmand Police Intercept Smuggling Operation in Garmsir District
Helmand provincial security forces intercepted a smuggling operation in Garmsir district, seizing hundreds of sacks of rice, medical supplies, and fertilizers from Pakistan and arresting four suspects. Authorities stated that anti-smuggling patrols will continue to enforce trade regulations and maintain economic stability.
ReliableEight Years On: 2018 Kabul Suicide Bombings Targeted Journalists
Eight years after two coordinated suicide bombings in Kabul’s Shash Darak district killed over 20 people, including nine journalists, the attacks remain a stark reminder of the dangers faced by media workers in Afghanistan. The Islamic State (Daesh) claimed responsibility for the 2018 incident, which specifically targeted reporters covering the initial blast.
ReliableUN Agency Reports Border Clashes and Floods Worsen Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan
The UN humanitarian agency reports that recent Taliban-Pakistan border clashes have killed at least seven people, displaced over 100,000 civilians, and severely disrupted essential services in eastern Afghanistan. A separate UN assessment notes that recent flooding has also affected more than 73,000 people and destroyed thousands of homes nationwide.
ReliableUS Jury Convicts Afghan National in Connection with 2021 Kabul Airport Bombing
A US federal jury in Virginia has convicted Afghan national Mohammad Sharifullah of providing material support to ISIS-Khorasan for his role in the 2021 Kabul airport bombing. He faces up to 20 years in prison after jurors deadlocked on whether his actions directly caused the deaths of 13 US troops and roughly 160 Afghans.
ReliableTwo Suspects Arrested in Logar Over Killing of Four Family Members
Logar provincial security forces have arrested two suspects who confessed to killing four family members during a robbery. The case has been transferred to judicial authorities for Sharia-based proceedings.
UnverifiedReports of Cross-Border Strikes on Residential Areas in Kunar Province
State media reports that Pakistani military forces conducted strikes on residential homes in Afghanistan’s Kunar province, though details regarding casualties and exact locations remain unverified.
ReliableFormer US Envoy Khalilzad Condemns Pakistani Strikes on Kunar Province
Former US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad condemned recent Pakistani artillery strikes on Kunar province as "savage," questioning Islamabad's role as a peace mediator. Local health officials report eight deaths and 81 injuries, with casualties expected to rise.
ReliableUN Experts Condemn Pakistani Strikes on Civilian Sites and University in Kunar
UN officials and human rights experts have condemned recent Pakistani artillery strikes on civilian sites and a university in Kunar province, calling for accountability and an independent investigation as local authorities report dozens of casualties.
DevelopingWoman Shot Dead in Kabul While Heading to Court Over Family Dispute
A woman was shot dead in Kabul while traveling to a Taliban court amid ongoing family legal disputes, prompting authorities to detain her lawyer and transfer the body to forensics. The incident follows a separate family killing in Logar province the previous day.
ReliableDeputy Chief of General Staff Visits Kunar Border Posts and Hospital Following Cross-Border Clashes
Deputy Chief of General Staff Haji Mali Khan Sadiq visited Kunar border posts and a provincial hospital to inspect defenses and distribute aid to those wounded in recent cross-border attacks. The Ministry of National Defense reaffirmed the Islamic Emirate's commitment to territorial integrity.
ReliableSuspected Robber Killed, Another Detained After Clash With Police in Kabul
A suspected armed robber was killed and another detained following a shootout with police in Kabul’s 11th district after the pair allegedly stole 70,000 Afghanis from a currency exchanger. Police spokesperson Khalid Zadran confirmed the incident and stated that investigations are underway to locate additional accomplices.
ReliableIslamic Emirate of Afghanistan Summons Pakistani Envoy Over Kunar Strikes
Afghanistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned Pakistan’s chargé d’affaires to formally protest recent military strikes in Kunar province, condemning the attacks as sovereignty violations while casualty reports vary widely.
ReliablePakistani Strikes in Kunar Province Kill Dozens, Injure Scores of Civilians
Pakistani military strikes in Kunar province have killed at least 7 people and injured dozens more, with health officials warning the casualty count will rise. Conflicting reports place the total death toll as high as 92, while attacks targeted residential areas and a local university amid escalating border tensions.
Reliable209 Al-Fath Corps Launches Three-Day Training Seminar for Personnel
The 209 Al-Fath Corps has begun a three-day professional training seminar under Ministry of National Defense directives, focusing on military principles, inspection procedures, and administrative efficiency. Chief Inspector Mufti Latifullah Hakimi is leading key instructional sessions to enhance personnel capacity.
ReliableFarmer Killed in Landmine Blast While Ploughing Field in Ghazni Province
A farmer in Ghazni province was killed after his tractor struck a buried landmine while ploughing a field in Qarabagh district. The incident marks the second fatal landmine explosion in the province within three days, following a similar blast in Waghaz district.
ReliableAl Qaeda-Linked Militants Launch Coordinated Attacks Across Mali, Army Reports
Coordinated attacks by an Al Qaeda-linked militant group struck multiple Malian cities, including Bamako, wounding at least sixteen people. The Malian army reports that it has contained the situation and brought the violence under control.