On the wire
How today's reporting evolved as more newsrooms weighed in.
International
The US Department of Defense reports that the cost of the conflict with Iran has risen to 29 billion dollars since joint US-Israeli attacks began on March 9.
Hurriyat, — Reliable
International
The European Union has invited the Islamic Emirate to a technical meeting in Brussels to discuss the repatriation of Afghan migrants who pose security risks, while maintaining that the move does not imply diplomatic recognition.
ToloNews, — Reliable
International
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that all member countries now meet the 2% GDP defense spending target, attributing this achievement to the re-election of Donald Trump.
ToloNews, — Reliable
Society
The Ministry of Public Health has begun constructing a Basic Health Center in the Spin Ghar district of Nangarhar province to provide maternal, child, and vaccination services.
Omid Radio, — Reliable
Economy
The head of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Industries met with Uzbek officials from Karakalpakstan to discuss trade, transit, and investment. The Afghan Minister of Industry and Commerce has also requested a coordination office in Termez.
Hurriyat, — Reliable
International
Pakistan's ambassador to Russia, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, claimed that foreign intelligence activities attempted to create conflict between Kabul and Islamabad, stating that the relationship has since stabilized.
ToloNews, — Reliable
Security
Afghan forces from the 201 Khalid bin Walid unit seized smuggled surgical tools, medicines, and seeds in Torkham, Nangarhar, originating from Pakistan.
Hurriyat, — Reliable
International
Dr. Abdul Wasea, Head of the Prime Minister's Office, urged international agencies to hold countries that mistreat Afghan refugees accountable. UNHCR representative Arafat Jamal noted that economic instability, drought, and border clashes have increased hardships for returning refugees.
Hurriyat, — Reliable
Economy
Asphalting work has resumed on the ring road in Herat's 15th district with a budget of over 30 million Afghanis. The project is expected to be completed within six months.
Bakhtar News, — Reliable
International
UNICEF spokesperson James Elder reported that at least 70 Palestinian children have been killed and 850 injured in the West Bank since the start of 2025.
RTA, — Reliable
Society
Two doctors in Kandahar were arrested by the Taliban for treating women without a mahram, as part of a broader enforcement of social restrictions documented by UNAMA.
Afghanistan International, — Reliable
Society
The Ministry of Public Health of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan signed a $10.3 million agreement to improve healthcare and create 1,538 jobs.
Bakhtar News and 1 other, — Reliable
