InternationalUS Official Says Doha Process Should Not Replace UNAMA Role
Jennifer Luchta spoke as the Security Council voted to extend the mission's mandate, a measure the United States supported. She praised UNAMA's work under difficult conditions and urged the Taliban to meet commitments on counter-terrorism, human rights and ending restrictions on women and girls.
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China Calls for Lifting Taliban Restrictions on Women Working in UN Institutions
The call came as the Security Council approved a one-year extension of the UN mission's mandate under resolution 2822, with the United States voting in support.
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Denmark's UN Representative Urges Immediate Appointment of New Special Envoy for Afghanistan
Kristina Markus Lassen highlighted concerns over human rights restrictions and called for strong leadership to support a political resolution during discussions on extending the UN mission's mandate.
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US and Iran Sign Memorandum of Understanding to End Conflicts
Signed by US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the memorandum may lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and later talks on Iran's nuclear program.
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Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan Seeks Official Membership in Shanghai Cooperation Organization
Its ambassador to Qatar, Suhail Shaheen, made the call while Russia's special representative for the organization urged reviving the SCO contact group on Afghanistan, a position backed by most members.
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Russia Supports UNAMA Mandate Extension, Calls for Dialogue with Taliban
The Russian envoy said continuous engagement with the Taliban is essential for humanitarian coordination and resolving the crisis, while rejecting any shift of UNAMA into a Western monitoring tool.
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UN Human Rights Council to Examine Suppression of Protests in Herat
The 62nd session, running from 25 Jawza to 19 Saratan 1405 in Geneva, will also address Taliban Decree No. 18 by Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada after reports of at least two deaths, one a child, and over 20 injuries.
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US-Iran Preliminary Agreement Seeks Ceasefire, Hormuz Reopening and Nuclear Talks
The 14-point draft sets a timeline for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen and includes provisions for sanctions relief, with formal signing planned for next week in Switzerland.
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UK to Ban Social Media for Under-16s
Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes the legislation will pass before Christmas and take effect early next year following consultations that began in March.
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Oil Prices Fall to Three-Month Low After U.S.-Iran Preliminary Agreement
Brent crude oil prices dropped more than four dollars to eighty-three dollars and thirty cents per barrel, with West Texas Intermediate declining more than five percent to eighty dollars and sixty cents per barrel.
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G7 Leaders Meet in France Amid Global Security Talks
Discussions center on an emerging U.S.-Iran agreement announced by President Donald Trump along with the conflict in Ukraine and the implications of artificial intelligence.
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UN Security Council Extends UNAMA Mandate in Afghanistan Until 2027
The unanimous decision preserves the mission's responsibilities in humanitarian coordination and human rights monitoring as the country grapples with a major crisis affecting millions of people.
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Havertz, Ayari and Balogun Lead 2026 World Cup Golden Boot Race
Kai Havertz, Yasin Ayari and Folarin Balogun each scored two goals in their teams' opening victories, leaving the Golden Boot race tied after the first round.
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Iranian Official Says Forces Ready to Confront Threats and Conspiracies
Mediating parties will continue their presence in upcoming negotiations, the deputy added, while noting Iran's ability to confront any potential action.
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JD Vance: Middle East Could Fundamentally Change With Iran Deal
Vance made the remarks in a Fox News interview, crediting President Donald Trump with eliminating the Iranian threat and saying the deal will bring economic benefits to Americans.
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Afghan Acting Ambassador Attends Russia's National Day Ceremony in Cairo
Maulvi Abdul Muqeem Qarar congratulated Russian Ambassador Yuri Matfeev and met with Egyptian officials to discuss expanding bilateral ties.
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Draft UN Resolution Drops Reference to Taliban as 'Ruling Authorities'
Objections from the United States, Britain and France over concerns the original term could imply legitimacy prompted the replacement with "relevant authorities," while China and Russia supported retaining the phrasing to reflect political realities. The draft extends the UNAMA mission until June 2027 and retains human rights monitoring requirements.
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Russian Missile and Drone Attack Kills Four in Kyiv
Dozens were injured as the strikes damaged a UNESCO-listed monastery and left 140,000 residents without power, occurring shortly after talks between Presidents Zelenskyy and Trump ahead of the G7 summit.
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Iran Transfers 162 Afghan Prisoners to Taliban
Most of the prisoners were convicted on drug-related charges and will complete their sentences in Afghan prisons. The move forms part of the eleventh phase in which amnesties reduced the eligible total from 1,206 to 735 transferred across three stages.
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Trump Calls Netanyahu 'Very Difficult Guy' After U.S.-Iran Framework Agreement
Trump indicated Israel was not involved in the negotiations and criticized Israeli strikes in Lebanon for nearly disrupting the process. He warned that military action could resume if talks fail.
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