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Afghan Minister Explains "Technical Issue" Behind Women Journalists' Exclusion From Press Conference
Oct 12, 2025 06:32 pm CST
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi addressed the controversy surrounding the exclusion of female journalists from his embassy press conference, calling it a "technical issue" rather than deliberate discrimination. The incident sparked widespread criticism from Indian politicians and press organizations, highlighting tensions between diplomatic relations and women's rights concerns under Taliban rule. The Afghan minister also defended his government's position on women's education, claiming restrictions were temporary rather than religiously forbidden.
Taliban-Pakistan Escalating Border Conflict: 58 Pakistani Soldiers Killed in Retaliatory Strikes
Oct 12, 2025 04:22 pm CST
Taliban spokesperson Zabeehullah Mujahid claims 58 Pakistani soldiers killed in retaliatory strikes near the Durand Line, accusing Pakistan of harboring ISIS terrorists. The conflict escalated following explosions in Afghanistan, with both nations exchanging airstrikes along their shared border before interventions from Qatar and Saudi Arabia halted the violence.
Afghanistan-Pakistan Border Crisis: Taliban Forces Retaliate Against Pakistan Following Alleged Air Strikes
Oct 12, 2025 10:30 am CST
The Afghanistan-Pakistan border erupted in violence as Taliban forces launched retaliatory attacks against Pakistani soldiers following alleged air strikes on Afghan territory. The escalation marks a dangerous new chapter in regional tensions, with the Taliban defense ministry warning of firm responses to any future violations while Pakistan demands action against TTP militants operating from Afghan soil. The conflict has already resulted in casualties and threatens to destabilize the already fragile relationship between the neighboring countries.
Afghan Foreign Minister Visits Deoband: Strengthening India-Afghanistan Diplomatic Relations Amid Regional Challenges
Oct 11, 2025 07:55 pm CST
Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi made a historic visit to Darul Uloom Deoband in India, expressing optimism for stronger bilateral relations between the two nations. As the first senior Taliban official to visit India since the group's return to power, Muttaqi announced plans to send new diplomats to India and emphasized cooperation on regional projects like the Chabahar port, marking a potential shift in India's engagement with Afghanistan's current government.
Taliban Minister Bans Women Journalists at Delhi Press Conference Amid India-Afghanistan Diplomatic Reset
Oct 11, 2025 02:01 am CST
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi sparked outrage by excluding women journalists from his New Delhi press conference, even as India announced the upgrade of its Kabul mission to embassy status. While emphasizing that Afghanistan prevents terrorist groups from operating within its borders, this incident highlights the ongoing tension between diplomatic engagement with the Taliban and concerns over their restrictive policies toward women.
Taliban Minister Muttaqi Claims Afghanistan Free of Terror Groups During Historic India Visit
Oct 10, 2025 09:59 pm CST
During his landmark visit to India, Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi claimed Afghanistan has eliminated all terrorist organizations from its soil and called on Pakistan to follow suit. The visit marked a significant diplomatic milestone as India announced plans to upgrade its mission in Kabul to a full embassy, signaling improving relations between the nations despite ongoing regional security challenges.
India Establishes Full Diplomatic Relations with Taliban-Led Afghanistan While Highlighting Pakistan's Illegal Occupation of Kashmir
Oct 10, 2025 06:12 pm CST
India has restored full diplomatic ties with Afghanistan, upgrading its mission in Kabul to embassy status. During a joint statement with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar referred to Afghanistan as a "contiguous neighbour" - a clear message to Pakistan about its illegal occupation of Kashmir. Both nations acknowledged their shared challenge of cross-border terrorism, with Afghanistan pledging to prevent its territory from being used for anti-India activities.
Pakistan Warns Afghanistan: Defense Minister Asif Declares Zero Tolerance for Cross-Border Terrorism
Oct 10, 2025 02:24 pm CST
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a stern warning to Afghanistan's Taliban government regarding cross-border terrorism, stating that Pakistan's patience has run out. This comes amid revelations about Pakistan's historical support of terrorist groups and follows recent deadly attacks on Pakistani forces. The minister revealed that Taliban officials previously requested billions to relocate TTP terrorists but offered no guarantees of ending attacks on Pakistani soil.
Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's Historic Visit to India: Diplomatic Challenges and Regional Implications
Oct 09, 2025 03:20 pm CST
Afghanistan's UN-sanctioned Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi makes his first visit to India since the Taliban's return to power in 2021, presenting diplomatic protocol challenges while signaling potential shifts in regional relations. The visit includes expected meetings with key Indian officials as New Delhi cautiously engages with the Taliban administration while maintaining its stance against terrorism.
Exposed: Pakistan ISI Creates Dangerous LeT-ISIS Alliance in Balochistan According to Intelligence Documents
Oct 08, 2025 12:40 pm CST
A classified intelligence dossier reveals Pakistan's ISI has engineered a covert alliance between Lashkar-e-Taiba and Islamic State Khorasan Province, aimed at suppressing Baloch nationalists while potentially expanding terrorist operations into Kashmir. This collaboration marks a dangerous evolution in Pakistan's proxy warfare strategy, combining distinct terrorist groups into a unified state-backed apparatus.