Cross-border military strikes reported The Afghan Air Force has carried out airstrikes inside Pakistan, targeting what it described as ISIS-linked centres allegedly used to plan and coordinate attacks against civilians in Afghanistan. According to the Taliban-run Defence Ministry and reports cited by Tolo News, the strikes were aimed at dismantling operational hubs connected to cross-border militant activity. T

Pakistan and Afghanistan are both Muslim-majority countries with deep cultural, religious and economic connections. However, their escalating conflict is not primarily about religion. It is driven by border disputes, militant violence, sovereignty and competing national-security interests. The latest tensions intensified after Pakistan carried out military operations and airstrikes targeting what it described as militant positions inside Afghanistan. Afghan authorities disputed that

Pakistan Conducts Deadly Border Strikes in Afghanistan Pakistan launched a series of airstrikes near the Afghanistan border on Tuesday, June 09, 2026 breaking a period of relative calm. Afghan government officials reported that Pakistani forces violated Afghan airspace, targeting civilian homes in Kunar, Khost, and Paktika provinces. At least 13 civilians were killed, including 11 children, one woman, and

Former Taliban Commander Sentenced to 42 Years A former Taliban commander, Haji Najibullah, has been sentenced to 42 years in prison by a U.S. federal court for orchestrating deadly attacks on American troops and kidnapping a New York Times journalist. The 50-year-old pleaded guilty earlier this year to charges of hostage-taking and providing material support for terrorist acts resulting in deaths, accordi

Russia and Taliban Formalize Military Pact Russia and the Taliban have officially signed a military cooperation agreement, aiming to enhance defense collaboration and regional stability in Afghanistan. The deal was finalized during the International Security Forum in Moscow, held from May 26 to May 29. Taliban Defence Minister Mullah Yaqoob emphasized that this pact strengthens Afghanistan’s military capabilities while recognizing Russia

On March 16, 2026, a devastating Pakistani airstrike hit a drug treatment

Multiple explosions were reported across parts of Kabul late Monday night, heightening concerns over escalating tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Residents in several neighborhoods, particularly in the western parts of the Afghan capital, said powerful blasts were followed by the sound of aircraft flying at low altitude over the city. Witnesses described a tense atmosphere as security forces and emergency responders rushed to the affected areas to assess the situation. Sources indic

Taliban’s newly introduced penal code has sparked global concern after reports revealed provisions that allow husbands to physically punish their wives and children under certain conditions. The controversial law, signed by Taliban supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organisations and international observers, who warn that it severely undermines women’s rights and legal protections in Afghanistan. According to reports, the penal code

At least seven people were killed and several others injured after a powerful explosion struck Kabul’s Shahr-e-Naw district on Monday, an area widely regarded as one of the Afghan capital’s most secure neighborhoods. The blast hit a hotel on Gulfaroshi Street, close to a restaurant popular with foreign visitors, triggering panic in a locality known for hosting diplomats, business travelers, and international residents. Emergency teams rushed to the scene as smoke and debris filled the street

In yet another provocative statement, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has claimed that his country is fully prepared for a two-front war against India on the eastern border and the Taliban on the western front. Speaking at a public event, Asif said, “We are ready for war on two fronts. Allah helped us in round one and He will help us in round two.” His remarks came just a day after a deadly suicide bombing in Islamabad that killed 12 people and injured 36 others. The Pakis

In a major geopolitical development, Taliban-ruled Afghanistan has decided to restrict Pakistan’s access to cross-border river water by constructing a dam on the Kunar River. The directive came from Supreme Leader Mawlawi Hibatullah Akhundzada, who ordered the Ministry of Water and Energy to begin construction “as fast as possible.” This move comes just weeks after deadly border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan that claimed hundreds of lives and amid heightened tensions followin

Heavy fighting has erupted once again between Pakistani forces and Taliban fighters along the volatile border separating Pakistan and Afghanistan, leaving dozens dead and escalating one of the most serious confrontations between the two sides since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021. The clashes, centered around Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, have plunged relations between Islamabad and Kabul to a new low, with both governments trading accusations over who initiated the latest round

India has announced the reopening of its diplomatic mission in Afghanistan, marking a significant step in restoring engagement with the Taliban-led government. The decision, revealed during a bilateral meeting between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi on October 10, represents the first high-level diplomatic dialogue between the two nations since the Taliban took power in August 2021. India had shut

A powerful magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan on Sunday at a shallow depth of just 8 kilometers, causing widespread devastation in several mountainous regions and triggering urgent appeals for international humanitarian assistance. The tremors were felt across a vast area, shaking buildings from Kabul to Pakistan’s capital Islamabad, more than 300 kilometers away. Early reports from officials indicate that at least 20 people have been con

China has intensified its regional strategy by pushing the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC 2.0) to Kabul, just a day after Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi wrapped up his India visit. The timing reflects Beijing’s balancing act reaching out to New Delhi for improved ties while simultaneously strengthening its foothold in the Af-Pak region. In Kabul, Wang Yi met Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and Pakistan

India has strongly rejected Pakistan's recent accusations of "sponsoring terrorism," following Islamabad's attempt to blame New Delhi for backing terror activities. The statement came in response to Pakistan's allegations linked to the recent Balochistan train attack, which claimed the lives of 21 passengers. However, Pakistan stopped short of directly linking India to the attack, instead shifting blame toward Afghanistan. In a firm response, Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperso

Afghanistan has expressed its desire to enhance diplomatic relations with India, assuring that it does not pose a threat to any nation. In a statement after the first publicly acknowledged engagement between Kabul and New Delhi since the Taliban came to power, Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry highlighted its intent to strengthen ties, particularly in political and economic spheres. The meeting, held in Dubai, involved Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan M

A significant high-level meeting took place in Dubai between senior Indian officials and the Afghan Taliban leadership. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri represented India, while Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi attended on behalf of the Taliban government. The meeting, which is vital for fostering stronger bilateral relations, aimed to improve cooperation across various sectors, including humanitarian aid, development, trade, and security. One of the

New Taliban Order on Women Employment in NGOs The Taliban government has declared that all national and foreign NGOs in Afghanistan must stop employing women or face being shut down. This decision follows a previous instruction to suspend female employment due to the alleged improper wearing of the Islamic headscarf. NGOs that fail to comply with this order will lose their licenses to operate in Afghanistan, as per a warning issued by the Ministry of Economy on Sunday. Impact