Endgame in Afghanistan is evolving very quickly

Pakistan is presumed to enjoy the greatest influence due to its perceived relationship with the ascendant Taliban. The endgame in Afghanistan is evolving rapidly. Expectations of an end to America’s long military adventure in Afghanistan have unleashed …

Afghanistan's President Ghani formally registers for re-election

"A strong government can solve the current crisis. The crisis this country has faced in the past 40 years has been because of lack of a strong government," Ghani said in a brief speech after registering in the capital Kabul on Sunday. "I …

India snubs Pakistan for its comment that New Delhi has 'no role' in Afghanistan

India on Friday snubbed Pakistan in crystal clear language saying it was not for Islamabad “to decide” as to what role India or any other country has in regional or global affairs. “It is not for Pakistan to decide as to what role another country has in …

Afghanistan: Incumbent President, Chief Executive in Presidential race

[Afghanistan], Jan 21 (ANI): Incumbent President Ashraf Ghani and Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah formally entered the Presidential race for the July 20 elections here on Sunday. On the one hand, Ghani's running mates are Afghanistan's …

FARAKHABAR: Afghanistan’s Presidential Elections Discussed

President Ashraf Ghani and Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah on Sunday officially entered the race for July 20 presidential elections, setting up a rematch following 2014 presidential elections marred by allegations of systematic frauds and massive …

US, Pakistan discuss Afghan peace process - Afghanistan Times

AT Monitoring Desk-KABUL: The United States (US) Senator Lindsey Graham met Sunday with Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, where they exchanged views on matters related to bilateral and regional issues, especially peace and reconciliation in …

50 killed in Afghanistan clashes

Kabul, Jan 21 (IANS) At least 50 people were killed in Afghanistan since Saturday as government forces and Taliban militants stepped up fighting in the war-battered country, officials said on Sunday. Taliban militants targeted a security checkpoint in …

Taliban Attack in Afghanistan's Logar Kills Eight Security Forces

Drug use soars in Afghanistan

KABUL: Drug abuse in Afghanistan has soared this year and threatens to worsen as number of intravenous drug users has increased compared to the preceding years. The Health Ministry said Sunday that there has been a surge in drug abuse in Afghanistan and …

At least 50 killed in Afghanistan clashes within 24 hours

At least 50 people were confirmed dead in Afghanistan over the past 24 hours as government forces and Taliban militants stepped up fighting in the war-battered country, officials said Sunday, Trend reported citing Xinhua. Taliban militants targeted a …