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Key roads in Bamyan reopened after snowstorm disruptions

Local authorities in Bamyan have reported that the Kabul-Bamyan highway, which had been closed due to heavy snowfall and storms, has now been reopened after three days.

North Korea’s Kim orders nuclear readiness after missile test

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised a test-launch of strategic cruise missiles and ordered full readiness to use nuclear attack capability, which would ensure the most effective defense for the country, state media said on Friday.

Turkey’s firebrand Kurdish leader announces end of rebellion

MONITORING (SW) – Turkey’s jailed militant leader Abdullah Ocalan has called on his Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) to lay down arms, a move that could

Most youths remain skeptical about the future in Afghanistan: “no education and job opportunities”

A survey conducted by Salam Watandar among 219 young individuals shows that 40% of the Afghan youths are pessimistic about their future, while 60% remain hopeful.

Iran and Russia to continue dialogue on Afghanistan’s future

In a joint press conference with Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s Foreign Minister, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that the developments in Afghanistan hold “special significance” for both countries, and Tehran and Moscow will continue their consultations and discussions regarding issues related to Afghanistan.

First permanent calligraphy exhibition opens in Herat

Authorities from the Herat Calligraphy Association have announced that, for the first time, a permanent calligraphy exhibition was opened on Wednesday, in collaboration with the Directorate of Information and Culture at the historic Qala-e-Ikhtyaruddin in the province.

Torkham border closed for days, causing daily losses of $3M in trade

The Torkham border crossing has been closed by Pakistan for the past five days, causing significant issues for travelers and traders on both sides of the border.

ICRC chief warns humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan remains grave

Officials at the Ministry of Economy of the Islamic Emirate, however, argue that while the reduction in global aid has impacted Afghanistan’s overall economy, the humanitarian situation is not as severe as described.

US, Ukraine agree to terms of critical minerals deal

The U.S. and Ukraine have agreed on the terms of a draft minerals deal central to Kyiv’s push to win Washington’s support as President Donald Trump seeks to rapidly end the war with Russia, two sources with knowledge of the matter said on Tuesday.

Trump floats $5 million ‘gold card’ as path to citizenship

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday floated the idea of replacing a visa program for foreign investors with a so-called “gold card” that could be bought for $5 million as a route to American citizenship.

Agreement signed to combat energy waste

The Afghanistan National Standards Authority (ANSA) under the Islamic Emirate has signed a memorandum of understanding with the consulting organization “Lima”, aimed to prevent energy