Locals in Ghazni warn that the historic Minar-e-Begum and Jam Minarate are at risk of collapse, urging urgent restoration to preserve cultural heritage.

Afghanistan’s hunger crisis deepens as winter and aid cuts leave 17 million people facing acute food shortages, warns the World Food Programme.

China urges Taliban authorities to protect its citizens after a deadly explosion at a Chinese-run hotel in Kabul claimed lives and injured several people.

At least 26 people have died in a massive fire at a Karachi shopping mall, with 83 still missing as rescue operations continue.

Afghan activist Zarqa Yaftali wins the Zayed Humanitarian Solidarity Prize for advancing girls’ education amid Taliban restrictions affecting millions.

Donald Trump threatens a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne if France refuses to join his proposed Gaza peace council.

An unexploded 500-kilogram bomb from past wars was safely defused in Herat’s Injil district, underscoring ongoing explosive risks in Afghanistan.

Female illiteracy in Afghanistan worsens water scarcity, limiting conservation, hygiene, and community resilience, highlighting urgent need for girls’ education initiatives.

At least 41 people were killed after two passenger trains collided in southern Spain, with authorities launching an investigation into the cause.

Pakistan and UK special envoys meet to address cross-border terrorism and regional security, stressing cooperation to enhance stability in Afghanistan and neighboring areas.

Syrian authorities say dozens of ISIS prisoners escaped from a jail in Shaddadi during clashes with Kurdish forces, prompting a security crackdown.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says Security Council reform is essential, warning that clinging to privileges could weaken global crisis response.