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Fourth Counter-Narcotics Working Group Meeting under Doha Process Held in Kabul
The fourth Counter-Narcotics Working Group meeting under the Doha Process convened in Kabul, hosted by UNAMA, where Islamic Emirate officials highlighted near-zero poppy cultivation and raised concerns over synthetic drugs from outside sources amid pledges for international support.
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Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party and allies won a decisive majority in Japan's House of Representatives in a snow-disrupted winter election, as reported by Reuters.
UN Security Council to Vote on Extending Afghanistan Sanctions Monitoring Mandate
The UN Security Council is set to vote this month on extending the mandate of the team monitoring Afghanistan-related sanctions, which expires on February 17. The sanctions target Islamic Emirate-associated entities amid ongoing implementation challenges.
UNDP Report Highlights Private Sector's Role in Afghanistan's Economy Amid Challenges
A UNDP report emphasizes the private sector's crucial role in Afghanistan's economic growth while identifying challenges like bureaucracy, limited banking access, and infrastructure weaknesses. The Ministry of Economy affirms support for the sector through facilities and a secure environment.
Zabul Farmers Build Greenhouses to Boost Crop Yields and Income
Farmers in Zabul province are adopting greenhouses to increase vegetable yields and daily income, with support from local agriculture officials providing technical advice.
Islamic Emirate Spokesman Rejects UN Security Council Concerns on Afghanistan's Security
Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, rejected UN Security Council concerns about security and ISIS in the country as unfounded. Multiple UN representatives, including from the US, UK, China, and a UN official, highlighted ongoing ISIS-K threats from Afghanistan.
Ukraine FM Says Only Trump Can End Russia War, Calls for Leaders' Meeting
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said only US President Donald Trump can halt the Russia-Ukraine war and urged a leaders' meeting to settle key disputes like Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia. Ukraine agreed to US-proposed talks in Miami amid stalled tripartite negotiations.
Afghanistan and Qatar Discuss Municipal Cooperation Between Kabul and Doha
Suhail Shaheen, head of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's embassy in Doha, met Qatar's Minister of Municipalities to discuss cooperation between Kabul and Doha on urban development, including roads, overpasses, and capacity building. Economic analysts welcomed the potential transfer of Qatar's expertise to improve Afghanistan's infrastructure.
UN Secretary-General Guterres Condemns Escalating Violence in South Sudan
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned rising violence in South Sudan, where nearly 10 million people need urgent aid amid attacks on humanitarian operations and medical facilities.
Iranian Parliament to Review Tehran-Washington Talks in Closed Session
Iran's parliament will review recent Iran-US talks held in Oman in a closed session, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi possibly attending. Araghchi called the talks' start "good," while Trump said Iranians want a deal.
UNFPA: More than 700 women die daily from pregnancy-related causes
UNFPA reports that over 700 women die daily from pregnancy-related causes, with one woman dying every two minutes and most cases preventable. The agency works globally to enhance maternal health services through partnerships.
Iran's Foreign Minister Says Uranium Enrichment Right Key to US Nuclear Talks
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi declared that acknowledging Iran's right to uranium enrichment is a prerequisite for successful nuclear negotiations with the US, following indirect talks in Oman. The position highlights persistent disagreements after five failed rounds last year.
Taliban Justice Minister Accused of Seizing Khost Market Despite Court Orders
Taliban Justice Minister Abdul Hakim Shar'i faces accusations from Khost market owner Jamil of seizing the Chami market despite court rulings in the owner's favor and legal ownership documents.