The US is seeking countries to resettle thousands of Afghans, including Congo. At the same time, Washington has authorized the entry of tens of thousands of white South Africans.
Archewell is set to adapt Adam Jowett's book about British military battles against the Taliban. The screenplay for the project will be written by Oscar nominee Matt Charman.
Pakistan allowed Iranian military aircraft to be stationed at its bases for protection against US attacks. Islamabad and the Taliban officially deny these facts.
A suicide bomber detonated a vehicle near a security post in Pakistan's Bannu. Due to the attack and the subsequent building collapse, the number of police officers killed has risen to 14.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a suicide bomber detonated a vehicle near a security post. The attack killed three police officers, and others may be trapped under the rubble.
FIFA has changed the rules to allow exiled Afghan female footballers to participate in official matches. The players are preparing for the 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers.
The UN mission reported 143 deaths as a result of Pakistan's airstrike on a rehabilitation center. The Taliban claim a significantly higher number of casualties.
At least 400 people were killed in an airstrike on a drug rehabilitation clinic in Kabul. Pakistan denies attacking civilians and reports the destruction of warehouses.
Afghan authorities confirmed the shelling of Pakistani aircraft over Kabul, which caused explosions. This was in response to previous Pakistani strikes on Afghan territory.
The Taliban movement has stated its readiness for dialogue with Islamabad after the bombing of military facilities in Kabul and Kandahar. Pakistan launched airstrikes in response to attacks by Afghan forces, accusing the Taliban of harboring militants.
This was the culmination of months of mutual accusations and territorial disputes. In such a situation, Ukraine has to act in conditions of multi-vector turbulence.
Pakistani border guards and the Taliban engaged in a two-hour battle using heavy weapons. Both sides report significant losses and the capture of border posts.
The Pakistani military carried out airstrikes on the eastern provinces of Afghanistan, targeting militant camps. This was in response to recent terrorist attacks in Pakistan, which resulted in numerous casualties.
In Islamabad, a suicide bomber blew himself up in a Shia mosque during prayers, killing at least 31 people and wounding over 160. Guards tried to stop the attacker, who opened fire before activating explosives.
Russia has almost doubled its exports of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to Central Asia and Afghanistan, reaching 1. 016 million metric tons from January to November 2025. This happened after the EU imposed restrictions on the import of Russian propane and butane in December 2024.
Several countries held talks in Iran, agreeing to deepen coordination and calling for the lifting of sanctions against Kabul. Afghanistan, led by the Taliban movement, refused to participate despite an invitation.
Tajikistan and Russia are negotiating joint patrolling of the border with Afghanistan after attacks that killed five Chinese citizens. Russia may use helicopters to patrol the 1,344-kilometer border.
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services has suspended processing all entry requests from Afghanistan pending a review of security protocols. This decision was made after two National Guardsmen were wounded in Washington by Afghan Rahmanullah Lakhanwal, who fled the Taliban in 2021.
The German government is offering Afghans in Pakistan financial payments to forgo resettlement in Germany. This is part of a tougher migration policy amid the growing popularity of the right-wing populist party.
A 6. 3 magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, killing at least 20 people and injuring over 320. The death toll is expected to rise further as rescue efforts continue.
The Portuguese Parliament has passed a bill banning the wearing of face-covering clothing for religious or gender reasons, including the burqa and niqab. The document provides for fines ranging from 200 to 4000 euros for violations, but the president can veto it.
On October 15, Kabul was hit by airstrikes from the Pakistani armed forces. Clashes erupted on the Afghan-Pakistani border, leading to civilian and military casualties.
Fierce fighting between Taliban forces and the Pakistani army began along the entire Durand Line on the Afghan-Pakistani border. The Taliban claimed responsibility for deadly attacks that killed 20 security personnel and three civilians.
The Permanent People's Tribunal is holding its first International Forum in Madrid, examining human rights violations against women in Afghanistan under the Taliban regime. Activists and lawyers are presenting evidence, and a verdict is expected in December 2025.
The General Directorate of Intelligence of the Taliban movement is tightening control over the activities of Russian and Belarusian agents in Afghanistan. Taliban special services suspect them of attempting to provoke tensions between East and West.
After a complete internet shutdown in Afghanistan on September 30, access to the network is gradually being restored today.
In Afghanistan, a complete internet shutdown occurred in the morning, accompanied by disruptions in telephone communications. The Taliban explains this as measures to ensure morality and control over the information space.
The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan stated that Afghanistan is a fully independent country. Donald Trump had previously demanded that the Afghan authorities return Bagram base to US control.
US President Donald Trump commented on the invasion of Estonian airspace by three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets, stating that he does not like it and it could become a big problem. He also announced negotiations on regaining control of Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.
The Taliban has banned books written by women and 18 academic subjects in Afghan universities, including human rights and gender studies. This decision also applies to books by Iranian authors, creating a significant gap in education.
