Amir Khan Muttaqi urges US to engage with Afghanistan government, stressing stability and investment for progress.
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![Ambassador Muhammad Sadiq, Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, attended the flag-hoisting ceremony at the Pakistani Embassy as the Guest of Honor. [Image Credits: Ambassador Sadiq’s Office].](http://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-24-at-16.37.37_23aee5b0-320x179.webp)
Pakistan Day in Kabul: A Message of Peace, Trade, and Regional Cooperation
Pakistan Day marked in Kabul as envoy urges stronger ties with Afghanistan, Torkham reopens, and trade resumes.
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Afghan Taliban Refutes Trump’s ‘Emotional’ Claim on Chinese Control of Bagram
Taliban deny Trump’s claim that China has control of Bagram Air Base, asserting their sole authority over the former U.S. facility.
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UN Security Council Condemns Deadly Kunduz Suicide Attack
A suicide attack in Kabul kills a Taliban officer, days after the deadly Kunduz bombing, as IS-K threats persist in Afghanistan.
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Kabul Unveils $34 Million Commercial Complex To Boost Business And Investment
A $34 Million commercial complex with 1,300 shops opens in Kabul, boosting business, jobs, and investment in Afghanistan.
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Urban Development Push: First Phase Of New Kabul Project Approved
Afghanistan’s New Kabul Project advances, focusing on urban development to ease congestion and house 3 million people.
![BLA commander Mushtaq Kohi killed in Kabul, raising questions on India's alleged support for Baloch separatist groups. [Image via SAT Creatives]](http://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SAT-Web-Banners-5-320x179.webp)
Major Blow to BLA: Key Commander Mushtaq “Kohi” Taken Out in Kabul
BLA commander Mushtaq Kohi killed in Kabul, raising questions on India’s alleged support for Baloch separatist groups.
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New Delhi Considering Request of IEA for Mumbai Representative
India considers accepting request of IEA for a diplomatic representative in Mumbai, marking a step towards formal ties.
Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan: No Trouble with Neighbors
As Afghanistan approaches its two-year milestone under Islamic Emirate, a complex interplay of diplomacy, and counterterrorism unfolds. The question arises: Can IEA effectively ensure stability while dealing with groups like TTP?
IEA Tango: The Resurgence of TTP
The UNSC Monitoring Team’s 32nd report underlines that the IEA\’s support for the TTP grows with each passing year, as do its capabilities and capacity.
