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ReliableWFP Reports 3.7 Million Children and 1.2 Million Women Suffering Acute Malnutrition in Afghanistan
The World Food Programme reports 3.7 million children and 1.2 million women in Afghanistan face acute malnutrition, with cases surging at Kabul clinics. UNICEF data highlights nearly one million children with severe cases, as aid groups urge urgent global support amid economic woes.
ReliableUNAMA Hosts Third Doha Process Private Sector Meeting in Kabul
UNAMA hosted the third Doha Process private sector meeting in Kabul, where officials discussed economic coordination, growth and transparency challenges. Taliban officials highlighted focus on coordination mechanisms and economic recovery.
ReliablePakistan Defense Minister Says Neither Afghan War Was Jihad Nor for Islam
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif admitted in parliament that Pakistan's involvement in the two Afghan wars was driven by political legitimacy and great power support, not jihad or Islam, criticizing past leaders for turning the country into a proxy battleground.
ReliableAfghanistan Ranks 165th Out of 180 Countries in 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index
Afghanistan placed 165th out of 180 countries with a score of 17 on Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, continuing to rank among the world's most corrupt nations. The global average dropped to 42 amid concerns over declining anti-corruption efforts worldwide.
ReliableFormer Afghan Special Forces Member Killed in Norway
A former member of Afghanistan's Unit 222 special forces was killed and his wife injured in an attack in Bergen, Norway, with police confirming the incident but no arrests made.
ReliableUS Court Orders Trump Administration to Resume Processing Afghan SIV Applications
A US federal court ordered the Trump administration to immediately resume processing Special Immigrant Visa applications for Afghans who worked with US forces, despite the ongoing travel ban. The ruling criticizes unilateral halts to congressionally mandated processes and sets a follow-up hearing.
ReliableGuterres: Israel's actions in West Bank threaten prospects for two-state solution
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that Israel's administrative measures in the West Bank violate international law and endanger the two-state solution, urging all parties to adhere to UN resolutions.
ReliableUK Prime Minister Starmer Refuses to Resign Amid Epstein-Linked Political Crisis
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has refused to resign despite calls from the Scottish Labour leader over his appointment of Peter Mandelson, linked to Jeffrey Epstein, as ambassador to the US. Senior ministers have backed Starmer amid deepening crisis and advisor resignations.
ReliableForeign Ministers of Eight Muslim-Majority Nations Condemn Israeli Actions in West Bank
Foreign ministers from eight Muslim-majority nations, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, condemned Israeli settlement expansion and actions in the West Bank as illegal in a joint statement. They warned of increased regional instability and called for respect for international law.
ReliableWorld Food Programme Provides Meals to 880,000 Afghan Schoolchildren in 2025
The World Food Programme served meals to 880,000 Afghan schoolchildren in 2025 to support education amid severe malnutrition affecting nearly a million children and food insecurity for over 17 million people.
ReliableTaliban Bans All Medicine Imports from Pakistan Effective Monday
The Taliban Ministry of Finance announced a complete ban on medicine imports from Pakistan starting Monday, 20 Dalu, amid border closures and urging traders to find alternatives. The move has led to medicine shortages and price hikes in Kabul, with over 70% of supplies previously coming from Pakistan.
ReliableU.S. Dollar Trades at 63 Afghanis in Kabul Market
The U.S. dollar fell to around 63 afghanis in Kabul markets, with Afghanistan's central bank listing rates at 63.65 for buying and 63.85 for selling. Despite the decline, unemployment, poverty, and high commodity prices continue to challenge households.
ReliableTaliban's New Penal Code Imposes Prison Terms for Drug Use and Trafficking
The Taliban's new penal code imposes up to six months in prison for drug use and one to seven years for trafficking, while eliminating appeals in many narcotics cases. This comes amid a reported shift toward synthetic drug consumption in Afghanistan.
ReliableFirst Green Garnet Mine Discovered in Panjshir's Anaba District
Officials announced the discovery of Afghanistan's first green garnet mine in Panjshir's Anaba district, with extraction licensed to Syed Rahim. The semi-precious stone is expected to support economic growth in the mining sector.
ReliableRussian Envoy Claims UK Interference Derailed 2022 Ukraine Peace Talks
Russia's special presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev claimed that UK intervention under Boris Johnson derailed achievable Ukraine peace talks in April 2022, as confirmed by the Czech prime minister and the Ukrainian delegation head.
DevelopingPolice Officer Killed in Targeted Attack in Pakistan's South Waziristan
A police officer was fatally shot by unidentified gunmen in South Waziristan, Pakistan, with his father and brother seriously injured. No group has claimed responsibility amid ongoing security challenges in the area.
ReliableRussian FM Lavrov Says No Plans to Attack Europe but Ready for Full Retaliation if Threatened
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Moscow has no intention of attacking Europe but would retaliate fully if threatened. The statement comes amid heightened tensions over the Ukraine war and NATO border incidents.
DevelopingPakistan Plans to Deport Nearly 20,000 Afghans Awaiting US Resettlement
Pakistan's government plans to deport 19,973 Afghans awaiting resettlement in the US, per The Nation citing sources, following Trump's suspension of Afghan migrant processing after a shooting by an Afghan in the US.
ReliableJapan and UNOPS sign $9.4 million grant agreement for climate adaptation in Afghanistan
Japan and UNOPS have signed a $9.4 million grant to support climate adaptation and disaster preparedness in Kabul province, Afghanistan, through community-led infrastructure and training over 24 months.
DevelopingIsraeli Officials Warn US of Unilateral Action if Iran Crosses Missile Red Line
Israeli officials warned the US that unilateral action may follow if Iran exceeds limits on its ballistic missile program, amid ongoing regional tensions. The claims, reported via The Jerusalem Post, highlight concerns over Iran's missile capabilities despite diplomatic talks.
ReliableOil Prices Fall 1% as US and Iran Pledge to Continue Nuclear Talks
Oil prices fell 1% following pledges by the US and Iran to continue indirect nuclear talks in Oman, easing concerns over potential supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz. Market analyst Tony Sycamore noted that ongoing diplomacy has reduced fears of immediate supply shocks.
ReliableIran sentences Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi to more than seven years in prison
Iranian authorities sentenced Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi to more than seven years in prison on charges of collusion and propaganda. The 2023 laureate was arrested in December after remarks at a memorial event in Mashhad.
ReliableSanae Takaichi's Coalition Wins Majority in Japan's Winter Election
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.
ReliableUNDP 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.
ReliableUN: 4.2 Million Afghans Need Emergency Shelter in 2026 Amid Crises
OCHA warned that 4.2 million Afghans will need emergency shelter in 2026 due to disasters, economic woes and returns, urging $160.3 million in aid. UNAMA detailed 14 killings of ex-security personnel, arbitrary detentions, torture, restrictions on female staff and a forced marriage case.
ReliableNew Zealand defeats Afghanistan by five wickets in T20 World Cup opener
New Zealand beat Afghanistan by five wickets in their T20 World Cup opener in Chennai, chasing 182-6 with Tim Seifert's 65 proving decisive despite early breakthroughs by Mujeeb Ur Rahman.
ReliableIran Describes US Nuclear Talks as 'Step Forward' but Rejects Pressure
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called recent US-mediated nuclear talks in Oman a 'step forward' but stressed Tehran will resist pressure and continue uranium enrichment. Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi echoed that negotiations require respect for Iran's rights amid rising regional tensions.
ReliableAfghanistan Red Crescent to Send 15 Heart Patients to India for Treatment
The Afghanistan Red Crescent Society will send 15 heart patients to India for treatment in a pilot program starting with three patients, addressing gaps in domestic cardiac care. The initiative highlights ongoing challenges in Afghanistan's healthcare system.
ReliableUNAMA Quarterly Report Documents Killings, Arrests and Public Punishments in Afghanistan
UNAMA's latest quarterly report details 14 killings of former security personnel, arbitrary detentions, torture, media curbs and public floggings in Afghanistan from October to December 2025.