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ReliableIran's Acting Ambassador: Over 100,000 Tons of Goods Transported by Rail Between Iran and Afghanistan This Year
Iran's acting ambassador in Kabul, Alireza Bekdeli, stated that over 100,000 tons of goods have been transported by rail between Iran and Afghanistan this year, with smooth operations at Herat's Rozanak station despite war concerns.
ReliableErdoğan Accuses Israel of ‘Crimes’ Against Civilians, Warns of Possible Military Action
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan accused Israel of “crimes” against civilians in Palestine and Lebanon and warned of potential military action similar to past Turkish interventions. He condemned an Israeli law allowing the death penalty for certain Palestinian prisoners, prompting criticism from Israeli National Security Minister Amichai Eliyahu.
ReliablePakistan Reroutes Central Asia Exports via Gwadar and Iran After Torkham, Chaman Closure
Pakistan has closed the Torkham and Chaman borders with Afghanistan after clashes and is now routing exports to Central Asia via Gwadar and Iran, including an initial meat shipment to Uzbekistan. The move is expected to benefit Pakistan's economy, while traders suffer losses and the Taliban increases trade with neighbors.
ReliableTajikistan Sets Quota for 520 Afghan Workers
Tajikistan has set a quota for 520 Afghan migrant workers this year, with 420 positions in Dushanbe, as part of plans to hire 5,500 foreign workers total. The move comes despite the country's non-recognition of the Taliban administration, following engagement initiated after a visit by Balkh's Taliban governor.
ReliableTaliban Arrest Six on Witchcraft Charges
The Taliban's Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice arrested six people on witchcraft charges and referred them to judicial authorities after religious procedures. The ministry has banned talisman writing, witchcraft and sorcery, with former spokesman Mohammad Sadiq Akef stating that killing sorcerers is permissible under Sharia.
ReliableTaliban Official Calls for Accelerating Deportation of Afghan Migrants from Pakistan
A Taliban official named Haqyar visited Afghan migrant camps in Pakistan and called for faster deportations, highlighting unsuitable conditions for women and children due to overcrowding from Pakistan's deadlines. Pakistan has accelerated expulsions of undocumented Afghans amid strained relations with the Taliban.
DevelopingSources: Ali Ahmad Seifi Replaces Abdul Hakim Hamat as Head of Ktalawi Exemption Section in Taliban Ministry of Public Health
Informed sources report that Ali Ahmad Seifi has replaced Abdul Hakim Hamat as head of the Ktalawi exemption section in the Taliban Ministry of Public Health following an Amu TV exposé and prior corruption allegations.
ReliableTrump Says U.S. to Review NATO Financial Contributions, Criticizes Allies Over Iran Tensions
Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States will review its financial contributions to NATO and criticized allies for lacking support during recent Iran-related tensions. He highlighted the U.S. burden in protecting Europe, including from Russia.
ReliableNATO Allies Reject U.S. Plan to Blockade Strait of Hormuz
NATO allies including Britain and France rejected the U.S. plan to blockade the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump's announcement, favoring diplomacy and a multinational mission to escort commercial ships. European leaders proposed involving up to 30 countries in the effort without direct conflict.
ReliableUNDP and Japan Launch $2.35 Million Livelihoods Project in Afghanistan's Balkh and Nimroz
The United Nations Development Programme and Japan have launched a $2.35 million project to promote sustainable livelihoods in Afghanistan's Balkh and Nimroz provinces from March 2026 to March 2027. The initiative targets women, youth, and returnees to address climate change, economic challenges, and poppy economy collapse.
ReliableStandards and Quality Administration Returns 25,190 kg of Low-Quality Izogam at Islam Qala Port
Afghanistan's Standards and Quality Administration returned 25,190 kilograms of low-quality Izogam at Islam Qala port to the exporting country for failing domestic standards. The agency reaffirmed its dedication to strict enforcement at all ports to protect public health.
ReliableBadghis Province Distributes 66,842 Citizenship Cards Over Past Year
The Central Statistics and Information Department in Badghis province distributed 66,842 citizenship cards last year, including electronic and paper versions, along with birth cards, death certificates and corrective services. The department operates two electronic card centers and conducted multiple statistical surveys.