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Afghanistan

Central Asian country
Afghanistan is a landlocked country located at the crossroads of Central and South Asia. It borders Pakistan to the east and south, Iran to the west, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan to the north, and China to the northeast and east. The country covers an area of approximately 652,864 square kilometers, and its capital is Kabul. The population of Afghanistan is estimated by the U.S. Census Bureau to be around 49.5 million people as of 2025. Historically, Afghanistan is known as the "graveyard of empires," as its territory has been the arena of numerous conquests and conflicts over centuries. The first independent Afghan state emerged in 1747, and the country declared full independence from Great Britain in 1919. The country has gone through periods of constitutional monarchy, republic, and prolonged armed conflicts, including the Soviet-Afghan War and the recent war involving an international coalition.
1979–1989
Soviet-Afghan War
1992
Fall of the pro-Soviet government, beginning of the civil war
1996
The Taliban captures Kabul and establishes an Islamic regime
2001
Beginning of the U.S. military operation in Afghanistan after the September 11 attacks, overthrow of the Taliban
2020
Agreement between the U.S. and the Taliban on troop withdrawal
August 2021
The Taliban recaptures Afghanistan, fall of the government
2021
Afghanistan ranked 64th in the world for estimated natural gas reserves
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Protest in Pakistan escalates into storming of US consulate - dead and wounded reported

According to Karachi police spokesman Rehan Ali, a crowd of hundreds of people unexpectedly gathered near the American consulate, and law enforcement quickly arrived at the scene.

News of the World • March 1, 11:04 AM • 14768 views
Afghanistan opened fire on Pakistani planes over Kabul

Afghan authorities confirmed the shelling of Pakistani aircraft over Kabul, which caused explosions. This was in response to previous Pakistani strikes on Afghan territory.

News of the World • March 1, 06:01 AM • 35108 views
Massive artillery shelling began on the border of Pakistan and Afghanistan amid escalating warVideo

On the evening of February 28, the armed conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan escalated into active hostilities with the use of heavy artillery along the border. Local residents report continuous explosions and volleys of fire, which intensified after dark.

News of the World • February 28, 09:44 PM • 6779 views
Israel launched new strikes on Iran, Tehran attacked US bases in Qatar and UAE

A joint US-Israeli operation has been ongoing since February 28, with the IDF launching new strikes on western Iran. In response, Iran attacked US bases in Qatar, the UAE, and Bahrain.

News of the World • February 28, 09:55 AM • 9431 views
Israel and the US attacked Iran - 30 targets hit, including intelligence headquarters

On February 28, Israel and the United States carried out a joint military operation, striking 30 targets in Iran. Among the affected objects were the presidential parade ground and the intelligence headquarters.

Politics • February 28, 07:12 AM • 57179 views
Explosions heard in Tehran - Israel declares state of emergencyPhotoVideo

Israel launched strikes on the Iranian capital and closed its airspace. Strikes were reported on the residence of the Iranian president and the headquarters of the country's intelligence agency.

News of the World • February 28, 06:46 AM • 8398 views
The Taliban movement announced its readiness for dialogue after massive Pakistani airstrikes on Kabul and Kandahar

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.

Politics • February 27, 09:30 PM • 12961 views
Pakistan and Afghanistan sharply escalated the conflict - what is happening between the two countries now

Pakistan carried out airstrikes on Kabul and other cities in Afghanistan, stating that its patience with the Taliban government had run out. Both sides report significant casualties, but the figures differ.

News of the World • February 27, 04:10 PM • 4867 views
Pakistan and Afghanistan on the brink of open war - what this means for Ukraine

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.

Politics • February 27, 03:45 PM • 119415 views
Pakistan's Defense Minister announces the start of an "open war" with Afghanistan

Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif confirmed that the conflict with Afghanistan has entered a phase of full-scale armed confrontation. The statement came after overnight clashes and airstrikes that resulted in significant casualties.

News of the World • February 27, 05:00 AM • 22030 views
Pakistan launched airstrikes on Kabul and several Afghan provinces in response to border conflictVideo

The Pakistan Air Force carried out a series of airstrikes on Kabul and the provinces of Kandahar and Paktia. The attack was a response to a night attack by Afghan forces on Pakistan's border areas.

News of the World • February 27, 03:38 AM • 5037 views
Armed confrontation on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border escalates - sides report significant losses

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.

News of the World • February 26, 10:33 PM • 5340 views
Pakistan launched airstrikes on Afghan territory in response to a series of deadly terrorist attacks

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.

News of the World • February 22, 05:11 AM • 12000 views
Ihnat refutes rumors of an "international squadron" of F-16s in Ukrainian skiesPhoto

Rumors about American pilots with combat experience in Afghanistan and the Middle East, who are now performing combat missions in Ukraine, were spread by foreign media.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 12:23 PM • 48601 views
Two terrorist attacks in Pakistan: a car bomb explosion and a suicide attack

In Pakistan, a car bomb exploded near a police station, killing two people, including a child. Elsewhere, a suicide bomber attacked a checkpoint, killing eight militants.

News of the World • February 16, 08:32 PM • 4966 views
Militants kill five police officers in northwest Pakistan

Five police officers were killed in Pakistan after returning from an operation against militants. In response, police eliminated four militants.

News of the World • February 11, 05:58 PM • 3916 views
Organizers of Islamabad terror attack, which killed over 30 people, detained: Pakistan claims foreign involvementPhoto

Pakistani security forces have arrested four suspects in connection with the mosque attack in Islamabad that claimed 31 lives. Among those detained is the alleged mastermind, an Afghan national linked to ISIS.

News of the World • February 7, 06:41 PM • 5513 views
Suicide bomber detonates in Shia mosque in Pakistan: at least 31 dead – media

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.

News of the World • February 6, 03:10 PM • 4038 views
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Marriages from the age of 14 will not happen - the corresponding amendment will not be introduced into the civil code: why they changed their mind and what experts say about itPhoto

Draft law No. 14394, which allowed marriage from the age of 14 under certain conditions, has been withdrawn after public discussions. The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, confirmed the removal of the amendment.

Society • February 6, 02:41 PM • 113814 views
Pakistan regains control of Nushki city in Balochistan after three-day standoff - Reuters

Pakistani armed forces, using drones and helicopters, recaptured control of Nushki city from separatists. 58 people died as a result of the fighting.

News of the World • February 4, 10:42 AM • 3776 views
Danish veterans marched in silent protest against Donald Trump's statementsPhoto

Around 10,000 veterans in Copenhagen protested against Donald Trump's words regarding the role of allies in the war in Afghanistan. They marched to the US embassy, placing flags in honor of the fallen.

News of the World • January 31, 04:33 PM • 6138 views
Pakistani security forces thwarted extremist attacks in Balochistan province: almost 70 militants eliminated

Pakistani security forces eliminated at least 67 militants in Balochistan province. The attacks killed 10 police officers, 11 civilians, and wounded 24 police officers.

News of the World • January 31, 01:49 PM • 4250 views
Germany considers scenario of Russian attack in "two to three years" - The Times

The German armed forces are preparing for a worst-case scenario of a Russian attack on NATO in two to three years. Lieutenant General Funke does not rule out thousands of wounded daily and hybrid threats.

News of the World • January 27, 02:10 PM • 3177 views
More than 80% of enemy targets are destroyed by drones, last year almost 820,000 Russian targets were hit - Zelenskyy

Last year, Ukrainian drones hit 819,737 enemy targets, most of which were domestically produced. In December, the Defense Forces destroyed 35,000 Russian occupiers with the help of drones.

War in Ukraine • January 26, 06:44 PM • 4287 views
Diplomatic Scandal: Donald Trump's statements on NATO allies in Afghanistan spark outrage

Donald Trump provoked international criticism by questioning the contributions of NATO allies in Afghanistan. British politicians and families of fallen soldiers called his comments offensive.

News of the World • January 24, 01:21 AM • 7561 views
Bloody wedding in Pakistan: Suicide bomber blows up guests at pro-government leader's house

In northwestern Pakistan, a suicide bomber blew up guests at the wedding of a pro-government leader, killing 7 people and injuring 25. The Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan group is suspected.

News of the World • January 23, 11:49 PM • 13555 views
Winter disaster in Asia: At least 20 people killed by snowfalls and avalanches in Pakistan and Afghanistan

Extreme snowfalls and avalanches in Pakistan and Afghanistan have killed at least 20 people. In Pakistan, an avalanche covered a house, and in Afghanistan, 11 people died due to freezing rain and snow.

News of the World • January 23, 11:31 PM • 8380 views
Trump proposes NATO protect US southern border instead of European frontiers

Donald Trump proposed involving NATO troops to guard the US border with Mexico, citing Article 5. He also criticized European allies for insufficient contributions to the Alliance.

News of the World • January 23, 04:36 AM • 40912 views
Tymoshenko: anti-corruption bodies are bodies of political influence on the top leadership in the state

Yulia Tymoshenko claims that anti-corruption bodies in Ukraine were created for political influence on the country's leadership.

Politics • January 16, 10:51 AM • 3879 views
US withdraws some troops from Qatar: the reason became known

The United States has begun withdrawing some military personnel from bases in Qatar. This is due to Iran's threats to strike American bases in the region.

Politics • January 14, 03:20 PM • 9479 views