Day: April 18, 2025

ICC Allocates Separate Funding for Afghan Women’s Cricket Amid ACB’s Focus on Men

The ICC will support Afghanistan’s women cricketers separately, while ACB’s funding remains for men’s cricket.

Pakistan Arrests 178 in KFC Outlet Attacks Linked to Anti-Israel Protests

Scores arrested in Pakistan after attacks on KFC outlets amid protests against U.S. and Israel’s actions in Gaza.

Afghan Refugees in U.S. Given Seven-Day Notice to Depart

U.S. gives Afghan refugees with TPS a seven-day deadline to leave, sparking concerns over safety amid ongoing crisis.

UK Vows Support for $2 Trillion Pakistani Economy: Jane Marriott

UK vows economic support to help grow Pakistan’s economy to $2 trillion, says Jane Marriott at Islamabad Business Summit.

Pakistan FM Dar, SCO Secretary General Reaffirm Trade and Energy Ties

Ishaq Dar reaffirms Pakistan’s active role in SCO, stressing trade, transport, and regional connectivity cooperation.

Russia’s Supreme Court Suspends Taliban’s Terrorist Designation

Russia suspends terrorist designation of Taliban after 20 years, aiming to boost ties with Afghanistan’s de facto rulers.

US Weapons Left in Afghanistan Smuggled or Sold to Al-Qaeda Affiliates, BBC Report

BBC reports that half a million US weapons obtained by the IEA in Afghanistan are unaccounted for, raising concerns over smuggling.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Visit Kabul and Dhaka in Key Diplomatic Moves

Visits of Ishaq Dar to Kabul and Dhaka signal breakthrough in Pakistan’s relations with Afghanistan and Bangladesh.