Khaama PressReported US Strike on Iran's Qeshm Island Kills Three People
The strike hit a residential building in the Chah-Tangu area, with rescue teams searching the rubble and two additional children reported injured.
Society
Afghan Man Charged With Murder After Norwegian Woman's Death
The 34-year-old suspect, who has a prior conviction for violence, denies the charges and claims the woman suffered a sudden health issue. A court has ordered him held in pre-trial detention for four weeks.
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Security
More Than 30 Killed in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir Election Protests
The protests, led by the banned Joint Awami Action Committee, have disrupted banking, transport, and internet services, while elections proceed in three stages with the next round on August 2. Separately, a militant attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa killed five police officers.
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International
Saudi Arabia Consults Dozens of Countries on Red Sea Shipping Protection Coalition
The initiative follows a Houthi naval blockade announced on July 20, which has led to reduced vessel traffic and rerouting of oil exports.
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International
US Court to Review Deportation Case of Afghan Woman Accused of Ties to ISIS
The proceedings mark the first use of the 1996 Alien Terrorist Removal Court, which permits classified evidence. Haji Zada's son and son-in-law have already pleaded guilty to related weapons and terrorism charges.
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International
US Army Awards Lockheed Martin Contract Worth Up to $58.6 Billion for Patriot Missiles
The seven-year framework expands an earlier agreement and supports efforts to increase annual production capacity to around 2,000 units by 2030.
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International
UK Defence Committee Faults Successive Governments Over Afghan Resettlement Failures
The committee overturned 884 prior refusals for resettlement after reviewing cases of former Afghan "Triples" unit members and urged clearer support for those unable to exit the country safely under the new policy.
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Security
ISKP Claims Killing of Taliban Information Director in Badakhshan
The attack took place on Tuesday when two gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire; guards killed one assailant and captured the second.
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International
US Judge Rules Travel Restrictions Unlawfully Applied to Afghan Asylum Holders' Families
The ruling by US District Judge Anthony J. Trenga applies to seven specific families with approved I-730 petitions and finds the State Department policy violated due process.
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International
Worker Killed in Iranian Strike on Chinese Company Building in Northern Kuwait
The Kuwaiti Defence Ministry confirmed the strike through its spokesperson Brig. Gen. Saud Abdulaziz Al-Otaibi and noted it follows an earlier attack that killed an Indian worker at a desalination plant.
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Security
Militant attack on police checkpoint in Pakistan's Hangu kills officers and fighters
The assault on the Khazana Banda checkpost prompted a counter-operation by security forces, with no group claiming responsibility amid rising violence near the Afghanistan border.
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Society
UN Agencies Warn of Rising Human Trafficking Risks in Afghanistan
The agencies highlighted that only 11 percent of surveyed returnees are fully employed and 56 percent of families cannot meet basic needs amid the crises.
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International
Powerful earthquake strikes southern Japan, killing at least 13
The quake struck about 20 km south of Kumamoto, causing power outages and landslides that are complicating rescue efforts, with officials warning the death toll could rise.
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International
Iran's IRGC Navy Says It Stopped Three Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz
The vessels were said to have ignored warnings and violated navigation rules before being intercepted, though ownership details were not disclosed and the assertions remain unverified.
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International
Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles at U.S. Bases in Jordan, Claims Action Against Tankers
All missiles were intercepted with no damage or casualties, while the IRGC asserted it had halted three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz during the Trump-Netanyahu meeting on Iran's nuclear program.
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Politics
Trump Leads Memorial Service for Late Senator Lindsey Graham
The service drew Vice President JD Vance, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other dignitaries to Washington National Cathedral.
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Security
U.S., Saudi Forces Strike Iran-Backed Groups in Iraq After Drone Attacks
The strikes targeted weapons depots and logistics sites in eastern Iraq and were carried out after more than 30 drone attacks on U.S. and coalition forces.
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Economy
First Black Stone Shipment from Herat Exported to United States
The one hundred thousand dollar shipment was extracted from mines in the Zendajan district and processed to export standards by a private company.
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International
Russia Seeks Interpol Arrest Warrant for Telegram Founder Pavel Durov
The warrant is based on allegations that Durov failed to remove content used by Ukrainian special services, terrorist organizations, and extremist groups to plan attacks inside Russia.
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International
Germany Expands Afghan Deportations Beyond Those With Criminal Records
The policy change follows a charter flight that carried 31 Afghans from Leipzig Airport to Afghanistan, where Taliban authorities accepted them under a prior agreement. Over 15,000 Afghans in Germany now face potential deportation.
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International
Iran Set to Receive Up to 400 Chinese Shoulder-Fired Air Defence Systems
The shipment, arranged through a Hong Kong intermediary, is intended to help rebuild short-range air defences after recent attacks amid renewed exchanges between Iran and the United States.
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International
Amnesty International Urges US to Arrest Netanyahu During Washington Visit
The call comes as Netanyahu meets with President Trump, who has said no arrest will happen.
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Society
Floods Kill Three and Damage Homes Across Afghan Provinces, UN Agency Reports
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs warned that floods and landslides may have displaced mines and unexploded ordnance, raising risks for residents and aid workers.
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Society
MSF Urges Pakistan to Stop Forced Deportations of Afghan Migrants
An Afghan migrant woman miscarried after a police raid led to her husband's detention and delayed hospital care due to fears of arrest. MSF highlighted rising malnutrition and pregnancy complications among migrants avoiding treatment in Quetta.
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International
Netanyahu to Brief Trump on Alleged Renewed Iranian Nuclear Activity
The briefing is expected to argue that the alleged activity demonstrates Iran is not negotiating in good faith, with the claims remaining unverified by independent sources.
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International
Turkey detains 12 Afghans and arrests two smugglers in Şırnak
The detentions occurred during a broader crackdown that resulted in nearly 20,000 Afghans being apprehended for irregular migration in the first six months of the year.
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International
Afghan Women Join Legal Challenge Against UK Student Visa Ban
The two Afghan claimants hold university offers for master's programs in artificial intelligence and civil engineering but remain blocked by the policy. Lawyers argue the statistical basis for the ban fails to reflect the timing of asylum claims.
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International
Israel and Lebanon to Resume Technical Talks in Rome on August 4
The discussions aim to expand implementation areas and advance security arrangements including phased Israeli withdrawal tied to Hezbollah disarmament.
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Security
Taliban Director of Information and Culture in Badakhshan Killed in Attack
The attack took place on the Baharak-Faizabad highway when two gunmen on a motorcycle opened fire, wounding Amiri's driver as well.
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International
Poll Finds One-Third of Americans Support US Military Campaign Against Iran
The survey of 1,246 adults showed support has stayed below 40 percent since operations began in February, with many respondents citing unclear objectives from the White House.
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