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Afghan journalists up against significant obstacles

KABUL (SW) – Journalists in Afghanistan continue to face significant obstacles in their work, grappling with economic hardships and limited access to information. On Monday,

Pakistan rejects extension of residency permits for Afghan migrants

All Afghans holding the Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) in Pakistan will be forcibly deported to Afghanistan starting April 1.

‘Take the US seriously’: Trump pledges to hold Iran accountable for Houthi attacks

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he would hold Iran responsible for any attacks carried out by the Houthi group that it backs in Yemen, as his administration expanded the biggest U.S. military operation in the Middle East since Trump returned to the White House.

UNAMA’s mission in Afghanistan prolonged for another year

The United Nations Security Council on Monday, unanimously approved a resolution to extend the mission of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for another year.

Afghanistan and Pakistan strike a deal to reopen Torkham border

Both sides agreed that once their decisions are shared with their governments, the crossing may open on Tuesday, March 18.

Meeting on Torkham border reopening set to take place

The executive director of the Nangarhar Chamber of Commerce and Investment, Shakerullah Safi, has stated that a second meeting will take place between Afghan and Pakistani traders to discuss the reopening of the Torkham border crossing.

Afghan women entrepreneurs boosting local economy despite challenges

Findings from Salam Watandar based on interviews with 22 women entrepreneurs in Afghanistan reveal that, despite numerous challenges, these women have been able to expand their small and home-based businesses and achieve notable success.

Russia seeks “ironclad” guarantees about Ukraine staying out of NATO

Russia will seek “ironclad” guarantees in any peace deal on Ukraine that NATO nations will exclude Kyiv from membership and that Ukraine will remain neutral, a Russian deputy foreign minister said in remarks published on Monday.

With medication hard to access, Anemia grips girls in Ghazni

Girls in Afghanistan’s Ghazni province are suffering from anemia, saying that the consequences of the condition are presenting them with serious challenges. They add that ensuring a steady supply of anemia medication is difficult for them.

UN Security Council to vote on extension of UNAMA mandate in Afghanistan

The United Nations Security Council is set to vote on a draft resolution regarding the extension of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) mandate in the country.

Afghan youth brings knowledge to doorsteps with mobile library

With the slogan, ‘One hour for yourself, one hour for the country’s progress – read,’ Rahmanullah aims to break down barriers to education and offer young people opportunities for growth.