21 h. ago Trump appoints official to retrieve US weapons from Afghanistan

In a recent speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference, U.S. President Donald Trump instructed an official to develop a plan to recover U.S. military equipment from the Taliban. In his recent speech, Trump referred to a person named “Doug” and asked him to take action on retrieving U.S. military equipment from the Taliban. He […] The post Trump appoints official to retrieve US weapons from Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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26 h. ago Lavrov will travels to Tehran for talks on bilateral relations and regional issues

Iranian media recently reported that the foreign ministers of Russia and Iran are set to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional issues. Sergey Lavrov, the Russian Foreign Minister, will visit Tehran on Tuesday, February 25, to meet with his Iranian counterpart, Sayed Abbas Araghchi. According to Iranian media, Lavrov’s visit is an official invitation from Iran’s […] The post Lavrov will travels to Tehran for talks on bilateral relations and regional issues appeared first on Khaama Press.

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27 h. ago Torkham border crossing closed for 2nd day amid tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan

Officials at the Torkham border crossing have reported that the crossing has been closed for the second consecutive day to all forms of travel. This has caused significant disruption for both travelers and traders on both sides of the border. Abdul Jabbar Hikmat, the commissioner for the at Torkham, stated on Sunday, February 23 that […] The post Torkham border crossing closed for 2nd day amid tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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66 h. ago Michael McCaul urges Trump Administration to honor commitment to Afghan allies

Michael McCaul, senior member of the U.S. Congress, has urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to remain committed to the U.S.’s obligations towards Afghan citizens who have cooperated with U.S. institutions over the past two decades. In a post on the social media platform “X,” Michael McCaul expressed his concern about reports indicating that programs […] The post Michael McCaul urges Trump Administration to honor commitment to Afghan allies appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 d. ago AFGHANISTAN – JAPAN Seeking international legitimacy, Taliban in Tokyo for talks

AFGHANISTAN – JAPAN Seeking international legitimacy, Taliban in Tokyo for talks  AsiaNews

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4 d. ago Political instability in Afghanistan amid rumours of departure of senior Taliban leaders

Political instability in Afghanistan amid rumours of departure of senior Taliban leaders  MyIndMakers

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4 d. ago Taliban govt in trouble? Gunfire outside interior ministry; 3 senior leaders ‘flee’ Afghanistan as rift widens

Taliban govt in trouble? Gunfire outside interior ministry; 3 senior leaders ‘flee’ Afghanistan as rift widens  Firstpost

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6 d. ago Israel withdraws from most of Southern Lebanon under ceasefire deal

Media reports indicate that the Israeli military has withdrawn from most villages in southern Lebanon, except for five locations, under a ceasefire agreement brokered by the U.S. and France. The withdrawal was part of efforts to reduce tensions in the region. Agence France-Presse (AFP) reported on Tuesday, February 18, citing a senior Lebanese official, that […] The post Israel withdraws from most of Southern Lebanon under ceasefire deal appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago Senior IEA officials make first known visit to Japan since takeover

Senior IEA officials make first known visit to Japan since takeover  Ariana News

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6 d. ago Senior Taliban officials make first known visit to Japan since takeover

Senior Taliban officials make first known visit to Japan since takeover  Nikkei Asia

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6 d. ago Afghanistan’s Taliban govt makes first diplomatic trip to Japan

Afghanistan’s Taliban govt makes first diplomatic trip to Japan  The Express Tribune

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7 d. ago Afghan Taliban delegation visits Japan in rare diplomatic trip outside region

Afghan Taliban delegation visits Japan in rare diplomatic trip outside region  Geo News

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7 d. ago Japan condemns attack at Urban Development Ministry in Kabul

Japan condemns attack at Urban Development Ministry in Kabul  Amu TV

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7 d. ago European leaders to hold Emergency Meeting on Ukraine after US

According to Reuters, Emmanuel Macron’s recent call for an emergency meeting regarding the war in Ukraine comes after remarks by U.S. Vice President JD Vance. At the Munich Security Conference, JD Vance stated that U.S. and Russian officials would soon engage in talks about the ongoing war in Ukraine, adding that European countries would not […] The post European leaders to hold Emergency Meeting on Ukraine after US-Russia talks appeared first on Khaama Press.

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7 d. ago US and Russia to hold talks in Saudi Arabia to end Ukraine war

Reuters has reported that American and Russian officials are set to meet in Saudi Arabia in the coming days to begin negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Saturday, February 15, that his country had not been invited to the talks and stated that Ukraine would not negotiate […] The post US and Russia to hold talks in Saudi Arabia to end Ukraine war appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago Taliban officials visiting Japan, likely to seek more support

Taliban officials visiting Japan, likely to seek more support  朝日新聞

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8 d. ago UNICEF and ADB officials highlight support for women and children in Afghanistan

Tajudeen Oyewale, the UNICEF representative in Afghanistan, emphasized support for women and children during a meeting with officials from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). On Friday, February 14, Oyewale stated on his X account regarding the meeting with ADB officials, discussing how they can support women and children in Afghanistan. He described the meeting as […] The post UNICEF and ADB officials highlight support for women and children in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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9 d. ago Tensions in Trump Administration over Elon Musk’s Govt restructuring

Tensions are rising between Elon Musk and senior aides to President Donald Trump over Musk’s handling of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk’s push to downsize the U.S. government, including firing thousands of federal workers, has caused frustration among Trump’s team, particularly Susie Wiles, the President’s chief of staff. Wiles and her staff have […] The post Tensions in Trump Administration over Elon Musk’s Govt restructuring appeared first on Khaama Press.

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9 d. ago Afghan Cricketers Hashmat and Gulbadin Join Etisalat as Brand Ambassadors

Etisalat has announced Afghan cricketers Hashmatullah Shahidi and Gulbadin Naib as its brand ambassadors for 2025. The official signing ceremony took place in the United Arab Emirates, where company executives and the two athletes marked the beginning of the collaboration. Matthew Willsher, Chairman of Etisalat Afghanistan, highlighted the longstanding partnership between the telecommunications company and […] The post Afghan Cricketers Hashmat and Gulbadin Join Etisalat as Brand Ambassadors appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Turkey and Pakistan urge Inclusive Govt and Counterterrorism efforts in Afghanistan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a joint statement emphasizing the formation of an inclusive government and combating terrorism in Afghanistan. The statement, released on Thursday, February 13, followed Erdoğan’s visit to Pakistan, underscoring the importance of both countries working together to address regional challenges. Both leaders expressed that […] The post Turkey and Pakistan urge Inclusive Govt and Counterterrorism efforts in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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