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🇳🇬 Punch
World

Pakistan vows to ‘eradicate terrorism’ as Afghan truce nears end

Pakistan's foreign minister reiterated the country's commitment to eliminating terrorism as a temporary ceasefire with Afghanistan comes to a close.

Mar 23 • 08:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Forced to give birth at the hospital door due to lack of a male companion: Taliban edicts endanger Afghan women's lives

Afghan women face life-threatening conditions as Taliban edicts restrict their access to healthcare, forcing them to give birth in dangerous situations.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Why did Pakistan bomb an Afghan drug clinic? – Your enemy’s enemy is your friend.

Pakistan conducted a bombing in Kabul, resulting in hundreds of deaths, amid longstanding conflicts and power struggles in the region.

Mar 22 • 21:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Taliban secretly appointed its first envoy to an EU country

Despite Germany not recognizing the Taliban as the official government of Afghanistan, the group has decided to send an envoy to Berlin.

Mar 22 • 13:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

They Were Divided by the Durand Line: How Pakistani Pashtuns View Tensions with Afghanistan?

The article discusses the historical and social implications of the Durand Line on the Pashtun community, divided between Pakistan and Afghanistan, and explores their perspectives on ongoing tensions between the two nations.

Mar 22 • 07:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

To whom the duty of counting the war dead falls

The article discusses the complexities and implications of counting war casualties, emphasizing the distinction between direct deaths and those from secondary effects of warfare.

Mar 22 • 01:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

400 Innocents Killed in Afghanistan, Evidence of Pakistan's Crimes Shown in Satellite Images

A series of airstrikes conducted by Pakistan in Afghanistan's Nangarhar province resulted in numerous civilian casualties, prompting international concern and evidence of potential war crimes.

Mar 21 • 08:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

‘This is the saddest moment’: families search for loved ones on Eid after Kabul hospital strike

Families in Kabul mourn and search for loved ones following a devastating airstrike on a rehabilitation center, with conflicting death tolls reported.

Mar 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Purple Flowers on the Gulghundi Hill: Afghanistan's Transient Spring

The article describes the brief yet beautiful blooming of purple flowers on Gulghundi Hill in Afghanistan, attracting visitors seeking tranquility amidst ongoing challenges.

Mar 21 • 04:45 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Satellite images document the extent of the destruction in an Afghan hospital in the capital, Kabul

Recent satellite images reveal extensive damage to a hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan, following an airstrike reportedly conducted by Pakistan.

Mar 21 • 02:13 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Iran conflict won’t trigger Biden-style refugee replay, expert predicts

Experts believe that Iran's current instability is unlikely to lead to a mass refugee crisis like those seen in Syria or Afghanistan.

Mar 20 • 17:33 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Written statement from Mojtaba Khamenei: Attacks on Turkey and Oman were not carried out by Iran or its allies

Mojtaba Khamenei stated that recent attacks against Turkey and Oman were not executed by Iran or its allies, urging Afghanistan and Pakistan to strengthen their ties.

Mar 20 • 15:17 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

When your home country is ravaged by war, is it possible to stay neutral?

The author reflects on the challenges of connecting with family in war-torn Afghanistan while living abroad, particularly as their brother's recent trip is interrupted by conflict-related flight disruptions.

Mar 20 • 14:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Notable International Silence: What is Behind the Indifference to the Escalation Between Pakistan and Afghanistan?

The article discusses the recent escalation of military actions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, highlighting the lack of international attention and the complex security dynamics involved.

Mar 20 • 10:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Meryl Streep's Record Donation: She Donated a Seven-Figure Sum to an Important Institution for Women

Meryl Streep has made a significant seven-figure donation to the National Women's History Museum in Washington, D.C., aimed at promoting awareness of women's contributions to history.

Mar 20 • 08:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Record Donation from Meryl Streep. She Donated a 7-Figure Amount to an Important Institution for Women

Meryl Streep has made a significant 7-figure donation to the National Women's History Museum in Washington, D.C., aimed at enhancing the representation of women's contributions to American history.

Mar 20 • 08:17 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Sports

Out of IPL, stuck in PSL too, a break imposed on Bangladeshi players

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has decided to seek government approval before sending players to the Pakistan Super League due to security concerns amid rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Mar 20 • 07:42 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Have you seen him? Families search for their loved ones among the rubble of a medical center explosion in Kabul

Families in Kabul frantically search for missing loved ones following a devastating explosion at a medical rehabilitation center.

Mar 20 • 03:49 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Afghanistan, Sierra Leone, and Malawi among the unhappiest countries

The World Happiness Report 2026 ranks Afghanistan as the unhappiest country, with a significant decline in youth well-being linked to social media usage.

Mar 19 • 14:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Pakistan-Afghanistan: Ceasefire during Ramadan celebrations

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a temporary ceasefire to coincide with the celebrations marking the end of Ramadan.

Mar 19 • 13:19 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Pakistan on the back foot after Kabul hospital attack, offers strange justification for 400 deaths

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated following an airstrike on a Kabul drug rehabilitation center that killed over 400 people, with Pakistan's military issuing a controversial statement.

Mar 19 • 12:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Pakistan Breaks Ceasefire, Shelling in Afghanistan's Kunar

Pakistan has been accused of violating a ceasefire in Kunar province, Afghanistan, with over 70 shells reportedly fired ahead of Eid, leading to heightened tensions in the region.

Mar 19 • 12:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan Broken, PAK Army Fired 72 Shells on Kunar

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated again as Pakistan reportedly fired 72 shells in Kunar province despite a temporary ceasefire agreement.

Mar 19 • 10:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Afghan cricketers become the face of humanity, meet the injured from the PAK airstrike

Afghan cricketers visited a Kabul hospital to show solidarity with the victims of a recent airstrike by Pakistan, acknowledging the humanitarian crisis following the attack.

Mar 19 • 05:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Pakistan and Afghanistan halt clashes before Muslim holidays

Pakistan and Afghanistan have announced a cessation of clashes ahead of the conclusion of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting.

Mar 18 • 19:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

"Peer Witness": Did the Estonian girl who traveled in crisis areas mock fate?

Marie Sinivee, an 18-year-old Estonian journalist, shares her experiences of hitchhiking and camping through war-torn regions of Afghanistan and the Middle East while raising questions about the risks associated with such adventures.

Mar 18 • 18:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Truce Agreement Between Pakistan and Afghanistan for Eid al-Fitr

Afghanistan announced a truce with Pakistan for Eid al-Fitr, following Pakistan's confirmation of attacks within Afghan territory.

Mar 18 • 18:33 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of killing hundreds in Kabul hospital strike

Afghanistan's Taliban-led government has accused Pakistan of conducting an airstrike on a hospital in Kabul that reportedly killed over 400 people amid escalating military tensions between the two nations.

Mar 18 • 18:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Afghanistan: Temporary Ceasefire with Pakistan for the End of Ramadan

Afghanistan announced a temporary ceasefire with Pakistan during the celebrations for the end of Ramadan, following requests from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkey.

Mar 18 • 16:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

In the midst of Afghanistan-Pakistan tension, a major decision, Taliban halts 'Rad al-Zulm' operation

Amid rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, both countries have announced a temporary halt to military actions ahead of Eid al-Fitr.

Mar 18 • 16:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Pakistan announces a ceasefire with Afghanistan during the Eid al-Fitr festival

Pakistan has declared a ceasefire with Afghanistan coinciding with Eid al-Fitr, amid mourning for victims of a recent Pakistani attack.

Mar 18 • 16:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Pakistani information minister announced suspension of strikes on Afghanistan

The Pakistani information minister has declared a halt to military strikes in Afghanistan amidst ongoing tensions in the region.

Mar 18 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Afghanistan and Pakistan announce ceasefire in confrontation

Pakistan and Afghanistan have declared a ceasefire in their military offensive against each other, lasting until Monday during the Eid al-Fitr holiday.

Mar 18 • 15:42 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
World

Pakistan pauses attacks in Afghanistan during Eid

Pakistan has announced a temporary halt to attacks on Afghanistan during Eid, at the request of Turkey, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, but warns of swift retaliation if attacked.

Mar 18 • 15:41 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

A truce is announced in the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan

Pakistan has declared a truce with Afghanistan from Thursday to Monday to mark Eid al-Fitr, prompted by requests from friendly Islamic countries.

Mar 18 • 15:03 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Pakistan temporarily pauses military operations against Afghanistan

Pakistan has announced a temporary pause in military operations against the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, citing the holiday of Id and calls from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.

Mar 18 • 14:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Afghan Interior Minister: "We do not want war"

Afghan Interior Minister S. Haqqani stated during the mass funeral of victims from a recent attack that Afghanistan seeks to resolve issues through diplomatic means rather than conflict.

Mar 18 • 13:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Attack in Afghanistan Incites War of Versions Over Number of Deaths

Family members searched hospitals in Kabul for loved ones following a deadly bombing, with conflicting death tolls reported by Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Mar 18 • 13:45 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Afghanistan vows revenge for Pakistan's strike on addiction rehabilitation center

Afghanistan has vowed to retaliate against Pakistan after a bombing at a Kabul rehabilitation center resulted in numerous casualties.

Mar 18 • 12:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Afghans search for loved ones at Kabul rehab centre hit by Pakistani airstrike

Afghan families search for their loved ones at a Kabul drug rehabilitation centre following a deadly airstrike attributed to Pakistan, which claimed over 400 lives.

Mar 18 • 11:53 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

NGO says 'hundreds killed and wounded' in Kabul drug clinic strike

An NGO reports that a recent strike on a drug clinic in Kabul resulted in hundreds of casualties, including deaths and injuries.

Mar 18 • 11:25 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Pakistan announces temporary Eid pause in conflict with Afghanistan

Pakistan has declared a temporary ceasefire in its conflict with Afghanistan in observance of the Eid al-Fitr celebration, following requests from several Islamic nations.

Mar 18 • 10:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
World

Monday's strike on a hospital in Kabul resulted in 143 victims according to the UN mission.

According to the UN mission, a strike on a hospital in Kabul on Monday caused 143 casualties.

Mar 18 • 09:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

No Oil, No Flour... Now War with Afghanistan, Triple Attack on PAK's Devastation?

Pakistan is facing a severe economic crisis exacerbated by rising debt and conflicts with Afghanistan amidst ongoing war tensions between the US and Iran.

Mar 18 • 09:27 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Did Munir's Army Miss Its Target?

The Afghan government claims that Pakistan attacked the Omid Addiction Treatment Hospital, resulting in over 400 deaths, while Pakistan's military denies targeting the hospital, stating they struck a location called Camp Phoenix instead.

Mar 18 • 08:50 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Refugee Council confirms that several hundred were killed or injured in the Kabul attack

The Norwegian organization Refugee Council confirms that hundreds of people were killed or injured in the attack on a drug treatment clinic in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Mar 18 • 08:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Iran Issues Strong Message Regarding Afghanistan Without Naming Pakistan

Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, subtly criticized Pakistani aggression towards Afghanistan while thanking the Afghan government for its support during regional tensions.

Mar 18 • 07:59 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

NGO: Hundreds killed and injured in the Kabul clinic airstrike

Independent sources confirm that hundreds were killed and injured in an airstrike on a Kabul clinic.

Mar 18 • 07:33 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Did Munir's Army Miss the Target... How Did 400 People Die in the Kabul Attack?

Pakistan's military conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan, including one in Kabul that allegedly resulted in over 400 deaths, but Pakistan denies targeting a hospital.

Mar 18 • 04:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Pakistan hopes steep cost of airstrikes on Taliban targets will protect against terror attacks

Pakistan is intensifying airstrikes against Taliban targets in Afghanistan to deter militant support and prevent terrorist attacks, amid accusations of significant civilian casualties.

Mar 18 • 00:30 UTC

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