Afghanistan’s national futsal team begins training in Indonesia ahead of the 2026 AFC Futsal Asian Cup, where it faces Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and Iran.

Tara unveils laser-based internet technology offering faster speeds, lower latency, and reduced costs, positioning itself as a potential rival to satellite services like Starlink.

Analysis of ISKP attacks on Chinese interests in Afghanistan and allegations of cross-border militant networks affecting regional security.

WHO warns the U.S. exit undermines global health cooperation, highlighting risks to international security and coordinated responses to public health threats.

Politico reports the U.S. views its security guarantees for Ukraine as more important than European pledges, underscoring differences among Western partners.

Donald Trump praises British soldiers after backlash over his NATO comments on Afghanistan, seeking to ease tensions with the UK and allies.

A federal immigration officer fatally shoots a 37-year-old ICU nurse in Minneapolis, sparking protests, conflicting accounts, and a widening investigation.

Iran International claims more than 36,500 deaths in recent protests, a disputed toll far above official and independent figures amid restricted reporting.

Israeli media say the coming week is decisive as U.S. officials visit Tel Aviv and Washington completes preparations for a possible military action against Iran.

On World Education Day, UNICEF and UNESCO warned that 2.2 million Afghan girls are barred from education, threatening Afghanistan’s future development and stability.

Russia claims capture of Staritsia in northeastern Ukraine amid ongoing trilateral peace talks in UAE, raising tensions and complicating diplomatic negotiations.

Axios reports that Putin and Zelenskyy may meet soon following U.S.-Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi, signaling renewed diplomatic efforts to ease the war.