Amnesty International has reported that at least 13,319 Palestinian children have been killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza. The organization highlighted the devastating impact of the ongoing conflict on young lives. On Monday, February 24, Amnesty International also stated that during Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7, at least 36 children were killed. The […] The post Amnesty International: Over 13,000 Palestinian children killed in Gaza conflict appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that southern Syria must remain “demilitarized” and that Israel will not allow Syrian forces to be present in the region. He emphasized that Israel would not tolerate the presence of groups like Hayat Tahrir al-Sham or any forces aligned with the new Syrian government in southern Syria. Netanyahu’s statement […] The post Netanyahu: Southern Syria must stay “Demilitarized”, No Syrian forces allowed appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that he is willing to resign if it ensures peace in Ukraine. He emphasized his readiness to make such a sacrifice if it helps achieve a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict. During a press conference on Sunday, February 23, Zelensky also mentioned that he would consider trading his […] The post Zelensky willing to resign for peace, offers NATO membership in exchange appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Children of UK couple detained in Afghanistan appeal to Taliban for their release  The Washington Post

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The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) announced that over 19 million people in Afghanistan benefited from the organization’s humanitarian aid last year, with more than half of them being children. In a recent report, UNICEF stated that the aid provided covered various sectors, including health, education, nutrition, water sanitation, social protection, and child protection. Tajuddeen […] The post UNICEF: Over 19 million Afghans, half of them children, receive Humanitarian Aid appeared first on Khaama Press.

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On Saturday, the U.S. President reiterated the importance of retrieving military equipment left behind in Afghanistan. Speaking at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), Donald Trump expressed his anger at the sight of the Taliban parading military equipment, including U.S. gear, and demanded its return. Trump pointed out that the U.S. sends billions in aid […] The post Trump calls for return of US military equipment left in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Foreign media reports have stated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed the release of 602 Palestinians, who were scheduled to return to Palestine on Saturday, February 22, due to what he called the humiliation of Israeli hostages by Hamas. According to Reuters, citing Netanyahu’s office, Hamas holds public events for propaganda against Israel when […] The post Netanyahu delays release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners appeared first on Khaama Press.

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According to media reports, in the seventh round of the Israeli hostage exchange with Palestinian prisoners, six Israeli hostages will be released today, Saturday, February 22, in Rafah. According to AFP, the six Israeli hostages—named Ilya Kohen, Omar Shim Tov, Omar Finkert, Tal Shoham, Afira Mengistu, and Hisham Said—will be handed over to the Red […] The post Six Israeli hostages to be released in 7th Round of Exchange in Rafah appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has stated that his plan for Gaza is effective but emphasized that he does not intend to impose it. According to a report by Anadolu Agency on Friday, February 21, Trump made these comments during an interview with Fox News. He explained that given the current situation […] The post Trump claims his Gaza plan ‘Really Works,’ but he won’t force it appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Sayed Tayeb Hamad, spokesperson for the Nangarhar provincial police command, confirmed to Khaama Press that Pakistan has closed the Torkham border crossing for all traffic. He announced on Saturday, February 22, that the border crossing had been shut down by Pakistan since the previous night. This decision has halted all movement through the crossing. According […] The post Pakistan closes Torkham border crossing amid tensions with Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation announced that 91 Afghan prisoners were freed from Pakistan and returned to Afghanistan. The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation stated that 91 Afghan citizens, who had been detained in Pakistan’s prisons due to a lack of legal documents, were released and returned to Afghanistan via the Torkham border crossing. […] The post 91 Afghan prisoners released from Pakistan and returned to Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Trump’s foreign aid pause imperils education programs for Afghan women  The Washington Post

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The Trump administration has announced that, despite a federal judge’s ruling last week to lift the suspension of foreign aid, it will continue withholding funding for thousands of humanitarian and infrastructure projects in countries like Afghanistan. On February 14, Judge Amir Ali from Washington state ordered that foreign aid should be resumed, stating that the […] The post Trump Administration continuing suspension of Foreign Aid despite Court Order appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Conservatives silent on foreign aid to Afghanistan, but cash to Ukraine is safe  National Post

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The White House has stirred controversy by releasing an image of U.S. President Donald Trump wearing a crown, accompanied by the famous slogan “Long Live the King.” This move has sparked widespread reactions. On Wednesday, February 19, the White House shared a photo of Trump in formal attire on the cover of Time magazine, wearing […] The post Trump’s Crowned image on White House page sparks controversy appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Reuters has reported that President Donald Trump is likely to sign an executive order banning the use of federal funds for undocumented immigrants. On Thursday, February 20, Reuters stated that no further details have been released about the potential executive order. After returning to the White House, President Trump has intensified pressure on undocumented immigrants, […] The post Trump to sign executive order banning Federal Funds for undocumented immigrants appeared first on Khaama Press.

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The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Afghanistan has reported that, last year, it distributed educational materials to 3.5 million Afghan schoolchildren across the country. In a report released on Wednesday, February 19, UNICEF stated that the materials included pens, notebooks, textbooks, school bags, and other educational supplies. UNICEF has consistently worked to assist the […] The post UNICEF distributes educational supplies to 3.5 million children in Afghanistan last year appeared first on Khaama Press.

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Hamas has announced that by the beginning of next week, they will release six live hostages and the bodies of four more Israelis to Tel Aviv. The exchange is part of an agreement where Israel will allow the transfer of mobile homes and construction machinery to the Gaza Strip. ABC News reported on Tuesday, February […] The post Hamas to release 6 hostages and 4 bodies to Israel in exchange for aid to Gaza appeared first on Khaama Press.

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The United Nations has announced that humanitarian access in Afghanistan decreased by 17% in January 2025 compared to the same time last year. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that the decline in access is mainly due to the temporary suspension of 56 humanitarian projects last month. In its latest […] The post UN reports 17% decline in Humanitarian Access in Afghanistan due to US aid suspension appeared first on Khaama Press.

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United Nations, European Union, and World Bank assessments indicate that the reconstruction needs for Gaza and the West Bank, after 15 months of conflict, will require more than $53 billion. This includes the military operations conducted by Israel in Gaza and the West Bank. According to a report from the Palestine Information Center, this initial […] The post World Bank estimates $53 billion needed for Gaza and West Bank Reconstruction appeared first on Khaama Press.

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