US President Trump meets with troops at a military base in Doha, Qatar, during the second leg of his West Asia tour.

Trump: Won't give up Bagram, it's one hour away from China

The Taliban have banned chess in Afghanistan, citing religious concerns and its potential association with gambling.

Taliban bans chess in Afghanistan

Afghanistan sees yet another ban, this time Taliban outlaws playing chess, citing concerns of gambling. World

Taliban strikes again, this time bans playing chess in Afghanistan because...

The Taliban government has suspended chess in Afghanistan, citing concerns over gambling. This move is part of a broader crackdown on sports and cultural activities, with women already barred from participating in sports altogether. Watch to know more!

Taliban government has banned Chess in Afghanistan over gambling concerns

US President Trump makes extraordinary claims about China's alleged control over Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, sparking controversy. Afghanistan's Foreign Minister swiftly denies Trump's comments, stating the base won't be handed over to the US.

US President Trump claims China controls Bagram air base, pledges to reclaim it

National unity against India is evident, says Fazl, stresses the need for consensus on Afghanistan, noting wasted resources at its border |Pakistan|

'Nation stands with you on India but not on Afghanistan': Fazl ur Rahman launches scurrilous attack on Pakistani establishment

The Pakistani Army reported killing 54 militants who attempted to cross the border from Afghanistan during a recent operation.

Pakistani Army says it killed 54 'militants' attempting to cross border from Afghanistan

Pakistan has intensified its mass deportation drive, removing over 85,000 undocumented Afghan refugees in April alone. As the April 30 deadline looms, fear grips many families, some of whom were born and raised in Pakistan. With nearly 3 million Afghans in the country and only 1.3 million holding UNHCR cards, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding.

Pakistan: Islamabad Evicts Afghan Migrants Under Mass Deportation Drive

Iran has reiterated that it won't negotiate in public over its nuclear regime. Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi made this point after his planned address of the Carnegie announcement for international peace was cancelled over disagreements over the format.

Iran foreign minister Abbas Araghchi's nuclear speech canceled after dispute with organizers

Pakistan announces hotline for Afghan refugees, set up committee

Afghan Foreign Minister expresses concern as Pakistan begins second phase of deportation

The deportation of hundreds of thousands of Afghan refugees from Pakistan is the latest flashpoint between the Shehbaz Sharif government and Kabul's Taliban. The government of Afghanistan has called the deportations unacceptable by the Pakistani government, while accusing it of mistreating Afghan nationals. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan deports Afghan refugees after deadline expires

The International Cricket Council has finally responded to the pleas of Afghanistan's women cricketers who were forced to flee the country. That's following the Taliban takeover in 2021. The ICC has now formed a task force to support them with funding, coaching and also the kinds of facilities.

Afghanistan's cricket team gets funding from ICC

World: Reynolds said he was living in "a cage rather than a cell", however, described his circumstances as "VIP conditions" as compared to where his wife is being held.

'Living with demon-possessed man': British man held by Taliban reveals 'horrible conditions' in jail, urges Trump for help

FIFA has cleared the way for Afghanistan’s women’s football team to represent their country, offering long-awaited support. However, the ICC remains silent on recognizing Afghan women cricketers, who fled after the Taliban banned them from playing. The fight for recognition and equality in Afghan sports continues.

Afghanistan: FIFA supports Afghan women’s team, but ICC remains silent

Discover the powerful story of Afghanistan’s women athletes, fighting for recognition in both football and cricket. Benafsha Hashimi and Firooza Amiri, once contracted by the Afghanistan Cricket Board, open up about their painful journey after the Taliban disbanded the team, forcing them to flee for their lives. As the cricket team battles for ICC recognition and the football team continues its fight for global acknowledgment, WION's Nikhil Mathur brings you their story.

Afghan women's fight for equality in cricket & football | Shattered dreams, unbroken spirit

Aryana Sayeed, an Afghan pop sensation, who is set to make her Hindi singing debut with the song titled 'Rukna Nahi' from My Melbourne has been a vocal advocate for women's rights in Afghanistan. Apart from making waves in the music industry, Aryana's unwavering commitment to social justice has scaled her impact beyond Afghanistan's borders. Even in the face of adversity, she continued to fight for justice and equality. In a candid conversation with WION's Navya Beri, the Afghan pop star opened up about her journey, music, and unrelenting fight for women's rights in Afghanistan.

'Taliban tried to kill me': Afghan pop star Aryana Sayeed shares 'horrifying' near-death encounter

Pop star with a purpose: Aryana Sayeed's fight for Afghan women's rights | WION exclusive interview

In a move aimed at de-escalating tensions Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to initiate fresh high-level engagements to normalise ties. Watch to know more!

Pakistan and Afghanistan seek fresh talks to resolve border tensions

The Afghan Interior Ministry says the United States has lifted a $10 million bounty on Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani. The development marks a radical shift for relations between the US and the Taliban government and the completion of a makeover for the man who ranked as a US Most Wanted terrorist. Watch in for more details!

Afghanistan claims US lifts $10 million bounty on Taliban's Sirajuddin Haqqani

President Zardari has lauded the bravery and professionalism of security forces for successfully thwarting a cross-border terrorist infiltration attempt along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan's President Zardari lauds forces amid rise in terror activities

The United States has lifted a $10 million bounty on Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani, this according to the Afghan Interior Ministry. While despite the announcement, the bounty is still listed on the FBI website. According to the FBI, Haqqani had coordinated and participated in cross-border attacks against the United States and Coalition forces in Afghanistan. With this move, there is currently no living Afghan Taliban leader that carries a US bounty on their head anymore. Watch this report for more details!

Afghanistan claims US bounty on Haqqani lifted; move comes days after Glezmann's release

The US has lifted its $10 million reward on Sirajuddin Haqqani, marking the first time no living Afghan Taliban leader carries a US bounty. The move comes just days after the release of George Glezmann. Haqqani, a key Taliban figure, was previously one of America’s most wanted. Watch this report for more details!

US removes $10m bounty on Sirajuddin Haqqani after prisoner release

As per a New York Post report, Glezmann who is an Atlanta native was wrongfully detained when he visited Afghanistan as a tourist in December 2022. Almost three years later, the 65-year-old airline mechanic was finally freed. Watch this video to find out more.

George Glezmann freed in deal mediated by Qatar

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