England and Afghanistan Seal Dominant Victories
England and Afghanistan claim big U-19 World Cup wins, while rain forces New Zealand and USA to share points.
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Taliban Arrest Female Taekwondo Coach in Herat
Taliban arrest a female taekwondo coach in Herat for secretly training girls, underscoring the worsening crackdown on women’s rights in Afghanistan.
OIC Contact Group Set to Visit Kabul to Strengthen Engagement
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is preparing for a visit of its Contact Group on Afghanistan to Kabul. A
Tehran Warns of Retaliation as US, Israel Monitor Protests
Tehran has warned it will retaliate against US and Israeli bases amid Iran’s largest protests since 2022, as tensions rise with Washington and Tel Aviv on high alert. US President Trump and Iranian officials exchanged stern warnings over potential miscalculations.
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Discuss Converting $2bn Loan Into JF-17 Deal
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are in talks to convert a $2 billion Saudi loan into a JF-17 Thunder fighter jet deal, according to Reuters.
Bank Alfalah Considers Sale of Afghanistan Operations
Bank Alfalah accepts a non-binding offer from Afghanistan’s Ghazanfar Bank to explore a possible sale of its Afghanistan operations, subject to approvals.
Iran Executes Alleged Mossad Spy Amid Rising Tensions
Iran executes a man convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad, as Tehran reports 12 executions linked to espionage amid rising Iran-Israel tensions.
Iran Warns of Firm Response After US, Israel Back Protests
Iran warns of a firm response after the US and Israel back protests over economic hardship, accusing foreign powers of interference and escalating tensions.
Pak Navy Supports Pakistan–China Joint Oceanographic Cruise
Pakistan Navy supports a Pakistan–China joint oceanographic cruise to boost marine research and regional maritime cooperation.
Iran Defies US Warnings as Protests Persist
Iran defies US threats as protests over economic hardship continue. Authorities order a crackdown, report declining unrest, and accuse foreign powers of interference.