Afghanistan’s Taliban regime faces collapse from internal power struggles, economic failure, and the Torkham border crisis, destabilizing the nation.
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Torkham border closure enters third week since Feb 21 as cross-border clashes escalate at Torkham amid AIG’s disputed construction.
As border skirmishes continue, the Torkham Crisis exposes deeper security and diplomatic rifts. What’s next for Pakistan-Afghanistan relations?
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Spokesperson Mujahid accuses UNAMA of exaggerating negative issues and ignoring Afghanistan’s progress ahead of a UN meeting.
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US, with help of Pakistan, arrests Kabul airport bomber behind 2021 attack, boosting counterterror ties amid shifting dynamics.
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Pakistan and IMF begin talks on $7 Billion loan review, focusing on economic reforms, fiscal discipline, and tax measures.
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PTA confirms registration process of Starlink in Pakistan, aiming to expand satellite internet access in remote areas.
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Security forces foiled a major TTP attack on Bannu Cantonment, killing six terrorists and preventing mass casualties.
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IMF warns Sri Lanka’s economic recovery is at risk as trade union strikes loom over budget cuts to government benefits.
Indian military faces rising suicides as over 1,325 personnel take their own lives, amid corruption and declining morale.