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ReliableAfghanistan-Iran Trade Reaches $5 Billion Amid Expanding Ties, Officials Say
Trade between Afghanistan and Iran has reached $5 billion this solar year, boosted by expanded rail transport and serving as a primary import route amid closed Pakistan borders, officials in Herat said.
ReliableUN Security Council to Vote on Extending Mandate of Afghanistan Sanctions Monitoring Team
The UN Security Council will vote Thursday on extending the mandate of its Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, which oversees sanctions on the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan ahead of its February 17 expiry. Analysts highlighted the team's role in UN decisions on Afghanistan's seat and criticized ongoing sanctions.
ReliableBaradar: Afghanistan 'Not Sweet Morsel for Enemies'
Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar assured the security of Afghanistan's territory and called for respectful engagement with other countries during a university graduation ceremony in Kabul. Other Islamic Emirate officials emphasized independence and preservation of the current system.
ReliableNetanyahu Meets Trump Envoys in Washington, Discusses Iran Talks and Missile Restrictions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met U.S. figures in Washington to discuss Iran talks, where he is expected to push for missile restrictions in any deal. U.S. military deployments in the region have increased amid statements from Trump and Iranian officials on negotiations.
ReliableIslamic Emirate of Afghanistan Rejects Pakistan’s Allegations Over Islamabad Mosque Attack
The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's Ministry of Defense rejected Pakistan's allegations of involvement in a deadly mosque attack in Islamabad claimed by ISIS, calling the claims irresponsible. Analysts warned the accusations could harm bilateral ties.
ReliableFormer President Karzai Welcomes Taliban-Azizai Contract for Five Electricity Production Projects
Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai welcomed a contract signed between the Taliban and Azizai Investment Company to launch five electricity projects totaling 845 MW. The projects, costing $463 million, aim to boost economic development amid ongoing power needs.
ReliableRussia Warns No Chance for WhatsApp Return Without Compliance to Local Laws
WhatsApp pledges to stay connected with Russian users amid a total block, but Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov warns of no return without Meta's compliance to Russian laws.
ReliableThird Doha Process Private Sector Working Group Meeting Held in Kabul
The third Doha Process private sector working group meeting was held in Kabul, hosted by UNAMA, with Islamic Emirate officials sharing economic progress and participants emphasizing continued cooperation on job creation and entrepreneurship.
ReliableRashid Khan named Afghanistan captain for T20 World Cup
Rashid Khan was named captain of Afghanistan's 15-man squad for the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, with key players like Fazalhaq Farooqi and Naveen-ul-Haq returning. The team, fresh off a semi-final run in 2024, faces New Zealand first in Group D.
ReliableFazlur Rehman Questions Pakistan’s Afghanistan Policy Amid Rising Tensions
Pakistan's Maulana Fazlur Rehman criticized his government's Afghanistan policy, highlighting border trade restrictions amid terrorism claims and historical tensions. Analysts and the Islamic Emirate rejected Pakistan's blame for internal insecurity.
ReliableZadran and Rasooli lead Afghanistan to 38-run win over West Indies in first T20
Ibrahim Zadran's unbeaten 87 and Darwish Rasooli's 84 powered Afghanistan to 181-3, securing a 38-run win over West Indies in the first T20 in Dubai. Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman starred with the ball in the series opener ahead of the T20 World Cup.
ReliableAfghanistan Loses to South Africa in T20 World Cup Match Decided by Double Super Over
Afghanistan's cricket team lost by four runs to South Africa in a T20 World Cup match in Ahmedabad that went to a double Super Over after both teams tied at 188 runs.
ReliableAfghanistan, Qatar Discuss Municipal Cooperation Between Kabul and Doha
Suhail Shaheen, acting head of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's embassy in Doha, met with Qatar's Minister of Municipalities to discuss cooperation between Kabul and Doha on urban development projects including road construction and capacity building. Economic analysts highlighted potential benefits from Qatar's expertise in infrastructure and planning.