Omid RadioAfghan Ministry of Interior reports seizure of narcotics in Parwan and Badakhshan
Four individuals were arrested during the operations and will be handed over to judicial authorities.
Economy
WFP Afghanistan Office Head Meets Herat Governor to Discuss Livelihoods
The WFP representative presented a report on activities and achievements while the governor proposed employment projects in remote districts.
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Politics
Taliban Ministry to Refund Excess Hajj Funds to Pilgrims
Each of the 30,000 pilgrims is due to receive 3,223 Afghanis, with distribution scheduled to start next week.
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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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Society
Five-year land dispute resolved in Kunar's Dangam district
The conflict, which had led to multiple violent clashes, was settled by tribal elders, religious scholars and officials of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan during a ceremony that emphasized forgiveness and tolerance.
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Economy
Construction of truck parking terminal underway in Logar province
The project costs around 20 million afghanis, is about 10 percent complete, and is being monitored by the Logar Urban Development and Housing Directorate technical team.
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Politics
Delawar Meets Mojaddedi to Discuss Returning Personalities and National Unity
Delawar stated that security and facilities are being provided for returning personalities to participate in national development. Both emphasized the need for joint efforts to build trust and national unity.
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International
Islamic Emirate Will Respond to Pakistan's Attacks at an Appropriate Time
Deputy Minister Maulvi Hayatullah Mohajer Farahi made the remarks during a journalists' program in Parwan province and accused Pakistan of seeking to undermine the Islamic Emirate's achievements.
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Society
Construction of Hospital Begins in Maidan Wardak Province
Health Minister Maulvi Noor Jalal Jalali called the project an important step toward providing standard treatment and expanding access to health services for local residents.
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International
Pakistan's Interior Ministry Orders Arrest of Afghans Without Valid Visas From July 10
Authorities must submit daily reports on detentions and deportations under the coordinated enforcement plan.
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International
Zalmay Khalilzad Questions Pakistan's Intentions in Dispute with Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan
The former U.S. envoy noted that the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan had agreed to proposals for dialogue while Islamabad has not responded, warning of potential regional destabilization.
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Security
Pakistani Airstrikes Kill Civilians in Paktia, Paktika and Kunar Provinces
The United Nations mission said the preliminary toll included 49 wounded, while the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan put deaths at 36 and injuries at 163, with many victims airlifted to Kabul hospitals for treatment.
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Pakistan and Afghanistan Lodge Mutual Protests Over Airstrikes and Karachi Attack
Afghan officials said the airstrikes in Paktia, Paktika and Kunar killed 36 civilians and wounded 163, while Pakistan reported eliminating 25 to 29 militants from groups blamed for attacks on its territory.
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Society
Three killed, two injured in Laghman vehicle rollover
The rollover took place in Taro village of Alishing district on Saturday morning because of driver negligence, and the victims were taken to Mehtarlam provincial hospital.
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Nomadic Leaders from Central Zone Pledge Support for Islamic System
The Ministry of Borders, Ethnicities and Tribes organized the meeting attended by scholars and elders from Kabul and central provinces. Minister Mullah Noorullah Noori said resolving nomads' issues is a key responsibility of the Islamic system and a religious duty.
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Politics
Former National Security Council advisor Ismatullah Mujaddedi returns to Afghanistan from Turkey
The former official arrived after nearly five years away, with assistance from the Commission for Contact with Afghan Personalities, and expressed satisfaction with his reception.
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International
344 Afghans Freed from Pakistani Jails, 164 Inmates Transferred from Iran
Those released from Pakistan entered through the Torkham and Spin Boldak crossings while the group from Iran arrived via Pul-i-Abrisham in Nimroz province, and all received humanitarian assistance upon return.
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International
John Bolton Says US-Iran Talks Prioritized Energy Markets Over Nuclear and Security Issues
Bolton said Iran's nuclear activities and regional policies did not receive enough attention and called for any agreement to address nuclear, regional, and security concerns comprehensively.
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Security
Suspect Arrested in Herat for Murder of Car Owner
Security forces identified the suspect through investigations and intelligence operations after the shooting during the failed theft on the first day of Muharram.
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Security
Russian Security Council Secretary Says Taliban Reduced Drug Production by 90 Percent
Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu described the reduction as fulfilling goals set by the group. Officials from Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Tajikistan reported on June 18 that Afghanistan-linked routes remain a major source of regional drug trafficking, with dozens of shipments seized.
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Politics
Former Zabul Deputy Governor Rejects Rumors of Disobeying Islamic Emirate Orders
Mullah Jumah Khan Fateh described the rumors as baseless and affirmed his continued obedience to the Islamic Emirate leadership after being replaced by Mullah Faizullah Tamim.
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Politics
Panjshir Governor Calls Support for Orphans Religious Duty of Every Official
Governor Hafiz Mohammad Agha Hakim made the statement during a visit with a Ministry of Interior official, who together distributed school supplies at a facility serving hundreds of children.
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Politics
Qatar Embassy in Kabul Holds Meeting on Afghanistan's Relations with the International Community
UNAMA officials Georgette Gagnon and Scott Smith joined Afghan Foreign Ministry representatives to explore ways to bolster ties.
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Economy
Contract Signed for Rehabilitation of 15-Kilometer Section of Southern Salang Highway
The project covers a 12-meter-wide road section and includes asphalt paving, five new culverts, expansion of 33 existing culverts, and a 600-meter drainage canal, with work expected to start soon.
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International
18 Die in France as Extreme Heatwave Breaks Records
The deaths include two children left in a vehicle while temperatures reached 41.9 degrees Celsius in Bordeaux and 41.2 degrees Celsius in Poitiers, with at least 13 drownings also reported as people sought relief from the heat.
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Economy
Fire in Kabul's Mandawi Market Causes Eight Million Afghanis in Losses
Firefighters contained the blaze started by an electrical short circuit and protected goods worth 480 million Afghanis from damage.
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Politics
Ministry Spokesman Says Afghanistan Has Right to Islamic System Like Other Countries
Maulvi Saif-ul-Islam Khyber posted the remarks on his X account and said any misbehavior by ministry officials or inspectors should be corrected.
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Politics
Germany Accepts Six More Taliban Diplomats
The agreement follows technical talks in Istanbul and supports Germany's plans to increase deportation flights to Kabul to three per month.
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Economy
Construction underway on fifth lot of Qaisar-Laman ring road at cost of 1.45 billion afghanis
The 25-kilometer project contracted with the private sector features three large bridges, 68 culverts, retaining walls and sidewalks as part of the national ring highway linking northern and northeastern provinces with western and southwestern regions.
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Economy
Herat Governor Meets Public Works Minister to Accelerate Infrastructure Projects
The talks addressed the alternative road for the Pashdan Dam, expansion of the Herat-Islam Qala highway, Herat-Torghundi railway and Torghundi port facilities, with both officials stressing the need for swift completion to strengthen economic infrastructure and regional connectivity.
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