6 h. ago South Asia On The Brink: Taliban Policy And Pakistan’s Counterstrike – OpEd

South Asia On The Brink: Taliban Policy And Pakistan’s Counterstrike – OpEd  Eurasia Review

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31 h. ago Trade aspirations and security concerns bringing Central Asia and Pakistan closer together

Trade aspirations and security concerns bringing Central Asia and Pakistan closer together  Eurasianet

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50 h. ago Central Asia: New border skirmishes between Pakistan and Afghanistan jeopardize China's interests

Central Asia: New border skirmishes between Pakistan and Afghanistan jeopardize China's interests  Table.Briefings

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61 h. ago UN Security Council to Hold Meeting on Afghanistan Amid Growing Rights Concerns

The UN Security Council will meet this week to review Afghanistan’s worsening rights situation and humanitarian crisis, amid growing international concern. The United Nations Security Council will convene a new session on Afghanistan this week as international concern mounts over human rights restrictions and worsening humanitarian conditions. The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said […] The post UN Security Council to Hold Meeting on Afghanistan Amid Growing Rights Concerns appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 d. ago U.S. Cuts Migrant Work Permits to 18 Months in Bold Security Move

The U.S. government has reduced migrant work permits to 18 months, citing national security, public safety, and concerns over anti-American activities. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency has announced that the validity of work permits for certain groups of migrants will be reduced from five years to 18 months. Officials say the change […] The post U.S. Cuts Migrant Work Permits to 18 Months in Bold Security Move appeared first on Khaama Press.

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4 d. ago Putin Highlights Afghanistan’s Security Challenges Amid Regional Terrorism Concerns

During his visit to India, President Putin discussed Afghanistan’s decades-long conflicts, ongoing security challenges, and global concerns over terrorism and regional stability. President Vladimir Putin described Afghanistan as facing “horrific” challenges after decades of internal conflict, emphasizing that the country continues to struggle with significant difficulties. Putin’s comments came during an interview with Indian media […] The post Putin Highlights Afghanistan’s Security Challenges Amid Regional Terrorism Concerns appeared first on Khaama Press.

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4 d. ago Afghanistan Pivots Economically to Central Asia as it Seeks to End Dependence on Pakistan

Afghanistan Pivots Economically to Central Asia as it Seeks to End Dependence on Pakistan  Informed Comment

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5 d. ago Republicans in U.S. House Intensify Pressure for Immigration Policy Reform

Republican lawmakers in the U.S. House are increasing pressure for sweeping immigration reform following a recent attack that reignited national security concerns. The fatal shooting of a U.S. National Guard member by an Afghan asylum seeker in Washington has reignited a fierce debate over immigration policy in the House of Representatives. The attack, carried out […] The post Republicans in U.S. House Intensify Pressure for Immigration Policy Reform appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago Islamabad Escalates Diplomatic and Security Pressure on Kabul, Economic Times Reports

Islamabad has stepped up diplomatic and security pressure on Kabul, Economic Times reported, citing growing tensions over border attacks, militants, and regional instability. Pakistan has intensified pressure on Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities following a series of security and diplomatic developments, including Washington’s suspension of Afghan refugee cases and recent deadly border attacks in Central Asia. Pakistan […] The post Islamabad Escalates Diplomatic and Security Pressure on Kabul, Economic Times Reports appeared first on Khaama Press.

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7 d. ago U.S. Orders Screening Review for Afghans Admitted After August 2021

The United States has ordered a comprehensive screening review for Afghans admitted after August 2021, following renewed security concerns and calls for stricter vetting measures. The White House has announced a sweeping review of Afghanistan’s nationals who entered the United States after the 2021 withdrawal, following a deadly attack in Washington that left one National […] The post U.S. Orders Screening Review for Afghans Admitted After August 2021 appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago US to Deport Six Afghan Nationals Accused of Terror and Violent Crimes

The United States has announced plans to deport six Afghan nationals accused of terrorism-related activity and serious criminal offences, citing public-safety concerns and tightened immigration scrutiny. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published photographs and case details of several Afghan nationals accused of terrorism-related activities or violent crimes after entering the United States […] The post US to Deport Six Afghan Nationals Accused of Terror and Violent Crimes appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago US President Trump Says Refugee Services May Be Halted for Some Countries

US President Donald Trump warned that the United States may suspend refugee services for several countries, citing recent security concerns and tougher planned immigration rules. U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States may suspend refugee services for certain countries “for a long period,” linking the possible halt to recent security incidents across […] The post US President Trump Says Refugee Services May Be Halted for Some Countries appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago Kabul Detains Several TTP Members, but Pakistan Says the Measures Fall Short

Kabul has reportedly arrested several hundred TTP members, but Pakistan insists the steps are insufficient and urges deeper action to address cross-border militancy and security concerns. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar says the Taliban have detained several members of Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), but insists the move is not enough to address Islamabad’s security concerns. He […] The post Kabul Detains Several TTP Members, but Pakistan Says the Measures Fall Short appeared first on Khaama Press.

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9 d. ago Thousands of Afghan Arrivals Marked for Security Review in U.S.

U.S. homeland security data show nearly 7,000 Afghan arrivals since 2021 were flagged for possible security issues, prompting renewed political scrutiny and review. Nearly 7,000 Afghan refugees who entered the United States since 2021 were flagged for potential security concerns, according to Department of Homeland Security data reviewed by the New York Post. More than […] The post Thousands of Afghan Arrivals Marked for Security Review in U.S. appeared first on Khaama Press.

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9 d. ago U.S. Homeland Security: Criminal Afghan Nationals Will Be Returned

The U.S. Homeland Security Department said it will begin returning Afghanistan nationals convicted of crimes, citing public safety concerns and strengthened enforcement measures. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said it will begin returning “criminal Afghanistan nationals” following a shooting involving a National Guard member near the White House and the recent arrest of […] The post U.S. Homeland Security: Criminal Afghan Nationals Will Be Returned appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Pakistan–Afghanistan conflict tests China's regional influence

Pakistan–Afghanistan conflict tests China's regional influence  East Asia Forum

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1 week ago U.S. Halts Visa Issuance for Afghanistan Citizens After D.C. Shooting Incident

The United States has suspended all visa issuance for Afghanistan citizens, citing urgent national security concerns following a recent shooting incident near the White House. The U.S. State Department said it has immediately suspended visa issuance for all Afghanistan passport holders, citing national security and public safety concerns following a recent shooting near the White […] The post U.S. Halts Visa Issuance for Afghanistan Citizens After D.C. Shooting Incident appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Pakistan and Iran Hold Key Talks on Afghanistan Amid Rising Regional Security Concerns

Pakistan’s special envoy met Iran’s Afghanistan representative in Islamabad to discuss regional security, rising cross-border tensions. Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq, met Iranian envoy Mohammad Reza Bahrami in Islamabad to review regional security developments, including the situation in Afghanistan. Sadiq said the meeting provided a chance to exchange views on shared threats and […] The post Pakistan and Iran Hold Key Talks on Afghanistan Amid Rising Regional Security Concerns appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago India, Afghanistan close ranks against Pakistan, marking South Asia power shift

India, Afghanistan close ranks against Pakistan, marking South Asia power shift  South China Morning Post

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2 w. ago ASIA TODAY Pakistan bombs Afghanistan again: at least 10 dead

ASIA TODAY Pakistan bombs Afghanistan again: at least 10 dead  AsiaNews

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