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Afghan forces claim upper hand after Taliban attack Kunduz city

The attack comes as US and Taliban negotiators continue a ninth round of talks in Doha.

31 Aug 2019 8:22 PM

US lawmakers seek transparency in Afghan peace deal with Taliban

The three lawmakers asked whether the Taliban's commitment to break with international terrorists also extend to Taliban activities in Pak.

31 Aug 2019 11:22 AM

Decade’s two major conflicts will end in step back to the past

The larger message of these conflicts and the condition in which they will leave the populations in Syria and Afghanistan is a grim one.

29 Aug 2019 12:05 AM

Son of famed Afghan commander Massoud steps into spotlight

After father’s death, Massoud finished his schooling in Iran then moved to UK to train as an officer at the Sandhurst military academy.

28 Aug 2019 2:52 PM

US having ‘very good’ discussions with Taliban: Donald Trump

Washington is keen to end its involvement in Afghanistan, where it has spent more than USD 1 trillion.

19 Aug 2019 2:36 PM

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Afghan President Ghani condemns 'inhumane' Kabul wedding hall blast

Slamming the Taliban for denying their involvement in the explosion, Ghani said the group encourages terrorists to carry out such attacks.

18 Aug 2019 2:12 PM

America must learn the shadow of white terror will be harder to fight

Countries like Pakistan, post-colonial countries, are continually (and incorrectly) often seen as inhabiting the Western past.

09 Aug 2019 12:17 AM

18 killed, at least 100 wounded in Kabul attack, Taliban takes responsibility

A health ministry spokesman said wounded people had been taken to hospitals. Most were civilians, including women and children, he said.

07 Aug 2019 2:02 PM

US, Taliban push for peace

The US, which invaded Afghanistan, wants to withdraw thousands of troops and turn the page on its longest-ever war.

04 Aug 2019 3:45 PM

Trump touts Afghan peace 'progress' but warns can kill millions

Washington has said it wants to see a deal inked by September 1, but any deal requires the Taliban to talk to Kabul.

03 Aug 2019 12:24 PM

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US preparing to withdraw thousands of troops from Afghanistan

The Taliban and the US are getting closer to a deal centred around the latter's promise to withdraw its troops from the war-torn country.

02 Aug 2019 9:18 AM

Taliban hopeful of reaching agreement with US in upcoming talks

Suhail Shaheen, the spokesperson for Taliban's political office in Qatar, said that the two sides have worked hard for nearly one year

01 Aug 2019 3:29 PM

Pompeo backtracks on Afghanistan, says 'no deadline' for troops withdrawal

Pompeo's comments, that came amidst negotiations between the US and the Taliban, were widely reported in the American media.

31 Jul 2019 12:58 PM

Al-Qaeda remains resilient, continues to cooperate closely with LeT: UN report

Al-Qaeda considers Afghan a continuing safe haven for its leadership, relying on its long-standing strong relationship with the Taliban.

30 Jul 2019 12:48 PM

Explosive-laden vehicle detonates in Afghanistan's Ghazni; Taliban claims attack

Taliban claimed that the incident has caused massive casualties and damages to the base.

28 Jul 2019 3:38 PM

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New York man planned to travel to Pak, join Taliban; arrested at airport

New York Police Commissioner James O'Neil said attempting to support terrorist attacks will lead to arrest, as has been seen time and again.

27 Jul 2019 12:08 PM

Didn't tell the truth; 40 terror groups were operating in Pakistan: Imran Khan

Part of the reason for this, Imran Khan explained to the lawmakers, was that the Pakistani governments were not in control.

24 Jul 2019 9:42 AM

Pakistan's next double game: Marriage with China, affair with US

Pak remains China's closest ally as it is actively aiding, abetting and promoting Beijing's strategic goals in region and the world.

20 Jul 2019 9:04 AM

Taliban attack on Kandahar police HQ plotted in Pak, says Afghan intel agency

NDS said that the attack was plotted in Balochistan's Chaman in Pakistan.

19 Jul 2019 8:15 PM

12 killed, 40 wounded in Taliban attack: Afghanistan

Pictures on social media showed a huge plume of smoke rising over Kandahar, and Hayat said about six trucks carrying goods had burnt.

19 Jul 2019 9:45 AM

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