The US has imposed sanctions on United Nations expert Francesca Albanese, citing her documentation of Israeli abuses in Gaza during the ongoing conflict, Al Jazeera reports. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the sanctions on Wednesday, accusing Albanese of leading what he described as a “campaign of political and economic warfare against the United More
The United States has resumed shipments of certain weapons to Ukraine, including 155 mm artillery shells and GMLRS (guided multiple launch rocket system) missiles, a media report said on Thursday. Two US officials told Reuters on Wednesday that the deliveries had restarted, days after the Trump administration paused the supply of some critical military aid to Kyiv. More
At least 31 people have been killed and over 500 arrested in anti-government protests across Kenya, according to media reports. The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) confirmed that 107 civilians were injured and 532 people were detained in connection with the protests. The demonstrations, which occurred on the 35th anniversary of a pro-democracy More
The death toll from devastating flash floods in central Texas has risen to 109, media reports said on Wednesday. The flash floods struck on Friday, particularly affecting central Texas and surrounding areas, sweeping away homes and leaving widespread destruction. Reuters reported that the fatalities, which include many children, have been confirmed after search teams continued More
A number of Afghan refugees who have recently returned from Pakistan to southern Kandahar province are urging the government to provide shelter and employment opportunities as they work to rebuild their lives. Local officials say efforts are underway to address the challenges facing the returnees. According to UN data, nearly three million Afghan refugees have More
As the deportation of Afghan migrants from Iran intensifies, thousands of exhausted returnees are arriving back in Afghanistan — bringing with them heartbreaking stories of pain, suffering, and unspoken hardship. Alongside the anguish of return, many speak of harrowing experiences in Iranian detention camps — facilities overwhelmed by overcrowding, unbearable conditions, and mistreatment that turned More
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) says recent Doha working group meetings have focused on supporting the private sector, counter-narcotics efforts, role of women in society and Afghanistan’s international commitments. The meetings were attended by representatives from 26 countries, international organisations, officials from the caretaker Afghan government and other global institutions. In a More
The International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) and several senior national team players have expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Afghan international umpire Bismillah Jan Shinwari, calling his demise a loss to the cricketing world. Shinwari passed away on Monday at the age of 41 due to an illness and More
Three people have been killed and ten others injured in a mass shooting incident in the city of Philadelphia, United States, a media report said on Tuesday. Associated Press reported: “Three people were killed and 10 others injured in a shooting early Monday in a South Philadelphia neighborhood”. Philadelphia police said the incident occurred in More
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has adopted a resolution reaffirming its continued support for human rights, counterterrorism efforts, and adherence to international law in Afghanistan. In a statement, UNGA said the resolution titled “The situation in Afghanistan” was adopted on Monday by a recorded vote of 116 in favour and two against (the United States More
