From Kabul to Islamabad: The Cost of America’s Abandoned Arsenal
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America’s abandoned arsenal in Afghanistan isn’t just collecting dust—it’s arming terror groups like TTP and ISKP.
Russia Warns UN: ISIS May Have Access to U.S. Weapons in Afghanistan
![Ambassador of Russia to the UN links ISIS-K rise in Afghanistan to leftover U.S. weapons, urging global action against terrorism. [Image via Khaama Press News Agency]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Russian-representative-in-UN-880x495-1.webp)
Ambassador of Russia to the UN links ISIS-K rise in Afghanistan to leftover U.S. weapons, urging global action against terrorism.
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. [Image via Tolo News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/vlcsnap-2025-02-10-09h09m01s791.webp)
Afghanistan’s New Kabul Project advances, focusing on urban development to ease congestion and house 3 million people.
The Chabahar Conundrum: How US Sanctions Put India’s Geopolitical Gamble in Peril
![US sanctions on Iran's Chabahar Port disrupt India's regional ambitions, bolstering Pakistan's role in South Asian trade. [Image via SAT Creatives]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SAT-Web-Banners-10-1024x1024.webp)
US sanctions on Iran’s Chabahar Port disrupt India’s regional ambitions, bolstering Pakistan’s role in South Asian trade.
India’s Chabahar Plans Stumble After US Waiver Reversal
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US rescinds Chabahar port sanctions waiver, impacting India, Afghanistan, and shifting South Asia’s trade dynamics.
Taliban Confirms Data Breach in Unprecedented Cyberattack
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Unprecedented cyberattack targets Taliban government, leaking documents from 21 ministries and agencies online.
Taliban Impose Travel Ban on Over 8,000 Former Government Officials
![Taliban bans 8,192 individuals, including former government officials, from leaving Afghanistan without leader's approval. [Image via Afghanistan International]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/1df34b4c856714d8e85596e9c048258639a0e795-1170x1356-1-1024x992.webp)
Taliban bans 8,192 individuals, including former government officials, from leaving Afghanistan without leader’s approval.
UN Focuses On Aid, Drug Control, And Private Sector Growth For Afghanistan
![UNAMA's Indrika Ratwatte highlights UN support for Afghanistan on climate, refugees, private sector, and counter-narcotics. [Image via Tolo News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/vlcsnap-2025-02-05-21h28m12s225.webp)
UNAMA’s Indrika Ratwatte highlights UN support for Afghanistan on climate, refugees, private sector, and counter-narcotics.
Taliban Bets On Afghanistan’s $1 Trillion Mineral Wealth
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The Taliban pushes for foreign mining investments in Afghanistan’s trillion-dollar mineral wealth, despite environmental risks.
Major Blow to BLA: Key Commander Mushtaq “Kohi” Taken Out in Kabul
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BLA commander Mushtaq Kohi killed in Kabul, raising questions on India’s alleged support for Baloch separatist groups.