Khaama PressAfghan-Born Activist Sanga Siddiqi Elected to D66 Leadership Board in Netherlands
Sanga Siddiqi, an Afghan-born human rights activist living in the Netherlands, has been elected to the leadership board of the D66 party in Zoetermeer. Former President Hamid Karzai congratulated her on the achievement, which is seen as a boost for migrant women's political participation.
ReliableIran Launches More Than 40 Airstrikes on Bahrain in Past 24 Hours
Iran launched more than 40 airstrikes on Bahrain in the past 24 hours, with Bahrain intercepting at least 20 missiles and reporting no casualties. The attacks are part of a month-long war with the United States and Israel.
ReliableIslamic Emirate Foreign Minister Holds Phone Conversation with UAE Counterpart
Islamic Emirate Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi discussed Afghanistan-US issues, the regional situation and Afghanistan-Pakistan developments with UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, condemning US-initiated wars and stressing dialogue to resolve tensions with Pakistan.
ReliableTaliban Minister Meets Nuristan Tribal Elders on Road and Public Issues
Sheikh Mohammad Khalid Hanafi, Minister of Enjoining Good and Forbidding Wrong, met with Nuristan's governor and tribal elders to discuss local problems including road closures. Residents in eastern districts face shortages after nearly a month of closed roads, with officials citing natural causes while others attribute them to Pakistani shelling.
ReliableTrump Warns Cuba Could Be Washington's Next Target
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Cuba it could be Washington's next target after military actions against Venezuela and Iran, stating "Cuba’s next" at a Miami forum. The comments coincide with Cuba's acute energy crisis and quiet U.S.-Cuban talks.
ReliableHerat Traders Donate 15 Million Afghanis in Humanitarian Aid to Iran
Traders in Herat province donated 15 million afghanis in cash humanitarian aid to Iran, handing it over to the Iranian consulate. Officials confirmed ongoing trade relations and expressed interest in joint rebuilding efforts for schools and healthcare centers.
ReliableHouthis Warn of Battlefield Intervention in Support of Iran, Launch Missile at Israel
Yemen's Houthis warned of direct intervention in support of Iran amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict and launched a ballistic missile at Israel, the first since the war began. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Sarea detailed threats of Red Sea operations against supporters of the U.S. and Israel.
ReliableIndia Approves $25 Billion in Defense Acquisitions Including S-400 Systems and Drones
India's defense ministry approved about $25 billion in defense acquisitions, including S-400 air defense systems, drones and other equipment, marking a record high for the fiscal year. The purchases come amid military modernization efforts following tensions with Pakistan and China.
ReliableChina Denies Reports Chipmaker SMIC Sent Tools to Iran
China's Foreign Ministry denied reports that chipmaker SMIC sent chipmaking tools to Iran, with spokesman Lin Jian calling the claims false information. The allegations originated from senior U.S. officials cited by Reuters, amid SMIC's existing U.S. sanctions.
ReliableChina Welcomes Pakistan's Mediation in US-Iran Talks
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi welcomed Pakistan's mediation efforts between the US and Iran during talks with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar. Both nations agreed to coordinate on halting the conflict, reviving negotiations and protecting civilians.
ReliableIranian Missile Attack on Saudi Base Wounds 12 U.S. Troops, Two Critically
An Iranian missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia injured 12 U.S. troops, two critically, amid ongoing strikes on Gulf countries. Several U.S. fighter jets were damaged, adding to prior casualties of around 300 wounded.
ReliablePakistan's Defense Minister Says Pressure on Taliban Will Continue Until Objectives Achieved
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif stated that military pressure on the Afghan Taliban will continue until specific objectives are met, despite failed mediation attempts by countries including China, Qatar, Turkey and Saudi Arabia. He highlighted China's extensive influence in Afghanistan as potentially key to resolving the crisis.
ReliableUS Secretary Rubio Says Goals in Iran Achievable Without Ground Forces
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the United States can achieve its goals in Iran without ground forces by targeting Iran's navy, air force and missile capabilities, with operations ahead of schedule and expected to conclude in weeks. He noted preparations for over 1,000 additional US troops and addressed issues involving Ukrainian weapons, Russian lawmakers and Moscow's intelligence sharing with Iran.
ReliableUK Court Sentences Afghan Refugee to 15 Years for Rape of 12-Year-Old Girl
A UK court sentenced Afghan refugee Ahmad Malakhel to 15 years in prison for raping a 12-year-old girl four months after his arrival in the country. The conviction relied on CCTV footage, a Home Office benefit card, and the victim's testimony.
ReliableIran-Linked Cybercriminals Access Personal Email of FBI Director Kash Patel
CBS News reported that cybercriminals linked to Iran accessed the personal email of FBI Director Kash Patel, with the Handala Hacktim group claiming responsibility and publishing related materials online. The breach followed US Department of Justice seizures of Handala-related domains.
ReliableEuropean Parliament Approves Tougher EU Migration Rules Allowing Offshore Return Hubs
European Parliament lawmakers voted 389-206 in favor of tougher EU migration rules allowing rejected asylum seekers to be sent to return hubs in third countries. Supporters say it bolsters deportations while critics argue it erodes refugee rights.
ReliableViral Videos of Crow Flocks Over Israeli Cities Spark Online Speculation
Viral videos of large crow flocks circling over Israeli cities like Tel Aviv have sparked online speculation tying the event to regional tensions or apocalyptic omens. Wildlife experts explain it as routine seasonal migration and nesting behavior of hooded crows along Israel's key bird corridor.
ReliableIsraeli Military Chief Warns of Army Collapse Risk Due to 12,000-Personnel Shortage
Israel's military chief, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, warned of potential army collapse due to a shortage of around 12,000 personnel, urging legislative changes to conscription and reserve duty laws. The crisis has worsened since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Gaza amid debates over ultra-Orthodox exemptions.
ReliableDollar Rises to Multi-Month Highs as Middle East Conflict Spurs Safe-Haven Demand
The U.S. dollar climbed to multi-month highs on Thursday, March 27, 2026, as escalating Middle East conflict fueled safe-haven demand amid oil supply risks and energy market uncertainty. Analysts cite risk aversion, rising oil prices, and Federal Reserve policy caution as key drivers.
ReliableUK Overturns Decisions on 884 Cases, Granting Residency to Former Afghan 'Triples' Soldiers
British ministers announced the overturning of decisions on 884 cases for former Afghan 'Triples' elite unit soldiers, granting them permission to stay in the UK under the 2021 resettlement program. The move follows a review of around 3,300 requests and confirmation of direct UK payments to the soldiers.
ReliableMalaysian PM Says Recognition of Taliban Government Hinges on Women's Rights, Education
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said recognition of the Taliban government depends on improvements in justice, women's rights, inclusivity, ethnic protections and education access, following a call with Taliban Prime Minister Mohammad Hassan Akhund. He also addressed Taliban-Pakistan tensions and supported regional mediation while pledging continued aid.
ReliableIranian Media Reports Over 1 Million People Ready for Ground Conflict with US
Iranian media outlet Tasnim, citing a military source, reported that more than one million people are ready for a possible ground conflict with U.S. forces to prevent the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump announced a 10-day pause in actions against Iran's energy facilities at Tehran's request, which Iranian officials denied.
ReliableTrump Claims Iran Requested 10-Day Pause in Energy Strikes, Tehran Denies
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social a 10-day extension until April 6 of a pause in strikes on Iran's energy facilities, claiming it was requested by Tehran and that talks are going well. Iran denied the request and disputed claims of smooth direct negotiations.
ReliableInternational Olympic Committee Bars Transgender Women from Female Events at Olympics
The International Olympic Committee has barred transgender women from competing in female events at the Olympics starting with the 2028 Los Angeles Games and introduced mandatory gene testing to limit the female category to biological females. The policy also affects athletes with differences in sex development such as Caster Semenya due to advantages from male puberty.
ReliablePakistan Resumes 'Wrath for the Truth' Operation Targeting Terrorist Hideouts in Afghanistan
Tahir Andrabi, spokesperson for Pakistan's Foreign Ministry, announced the resumption of the 'Wrath for the Truth' operation against terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan after the Eid al-Fitr ceasefire. The operation previously included airstrikes on a Kabul drug rehabilitation center that Taliban reports said killed over 400 and wounded more than 200.
ReliableTaliban Begins New Academic Year Without Girls for Fifth Consecutive Year
The 1405 academic year began across Afghanistan with a ceremony in Kabul, but girls above sixth grade remain excluded from secondary schools for a fifth consecutive year as the Taliban ministry announced education programs without addressing the ban.
ReliableTrump Wants Short War with Iran but Lacks Clear Plan, WSJ Says
U.S. President Donald Trump wants the war with Iran to remain short and end within weeks but lacks a clear plan, the Wall Street Journal reports, as Iran rejects initial U.S. proposals and tensions persist in the Strait of Hormuz.
ReliableRussia Warns of Rising Threats from Islamic State and al Qaeda
Russia warned that threats from the Islamic State and al Qaeda are rising in the region, citing risks from weapons proliferation and blaming Western interventions in multiple countries including Afghanistan. The statement was issued amid ongoing insecurity in Afghanistan and border clashes between Pakistan and the Taliban.
ReliableIran Rejects Initial U.S. Proposal to End Middle East War, Sets Five Conditions
Iran rejected an initial U.S. proposal to end the Middle East war, communicated via Pakistan, and set five conditions including a halt to aggression and recognition of its sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials called the proposal unreasonable amid backchannel efforts, including temporary removals from U.S.-Israeli strike lists.
ReliableEuropean Union Allocates 250,000 Euros in Humanitarian Aid for Vulnerable Afghans
The European Union has allocated 250,000 euros in humanitarian aid to assist around 70,000 vulnerable people in eastern Afghanistan displaced by conflicts and earthquakes. The funding supports the Afghan Red Crescent in providing food, cash, shelter, health care and sanitation.