SecuritySecurity Forces Arrest Three Theft Gangs in Herat, Recover 24 Vehicles
The gangs had conducted armed thefts across multiple provinces before transporting vehicles to Herat, where all members were detained during the operation.

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Taliban Arrest Seven Civilians in Yaftal District of Badakhshan
The seven were detained on 8 Asad and remain held in Faizabad, while a rocket attack hit a Taliban checkpoint in the city and clashes continue in Zebak district.
Afghanistan International, — Developing

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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.
Khaama Press, — Reliable

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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.
Khaama Press, — Reliable

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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.
Khaama Press and 1 other, — Reliable

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Afghan 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.
Omid Radio, — Reliable

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Intelligence Employee and Taliban Soldier Killed in Armed Shooting in Sar-e Pul
Taliban authorities arrested two suspects and attributed the motive to personal disputes, though reports differ on whether one or two people died in the attack.
Afghanistan International, — Reliable

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Pakistan Army Says It Killed 32 Militants in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan
Weapons, ammunition and handmade explosives were seized during the raids conducted under the Azm-e-Istehkam program.
Afghanistan International, — Reliable

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German Prosecutors Seek Life Imprisonment for Afghan Suspect in Munich Vehicle Attack
The attack killed a woman and her two-year-old daughter while injuring 44 others. Prosecutors linked the act to grievances over Western policies in Gaza and Afghanistan.
Afghanistan International, — Reliable

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Taliban Prepares for Large-Scale Operation Against Opponents in Badakhshan
Officials Amanuddin Mansour and Fasihuddin Fitrat have arrived in the province after the killing of Zabiullah Amiri on the Baharak-Fayzabad road.
Afghanistan International, — Developing

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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.
Khaama Press and 2 others, — Reliable

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Homeland Army Front Releases Military Code of Conduct
The three-chapter, 20-article code pledges adherence to the Geneva Conventions and bars attacks on civilians along with torture and hostage-taking.
Hasht-e Subh, — Reliable

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69 Ministry of Defense Personnel Graduate from Professional Training Courses
The graduates completed the courses at the Abdullah bin Masoud Combat Joint Training Command under Commander Maulvi Nasibullah Madani.
RTA, — Reliable

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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.
Omid Radio and 2 others, — Reliable

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Former Afghan Serviceman Murdered While Bedridden in Takhar
The victim, identified as Abdul Jabbar from Yawan district in Badakhshan, was attacked at his home in Chahab district of Takhar about a week before the report. The incident forms part of a documented pattern of at least 110 former servicemen killed between 2023 and mid-2025.
Hasht-e Subh, — Developing

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Baloch Liberation Army claims suicide attack on Pakistani camp killed 30 soldiers
The suicide attacker was identified as Ataullah Baloch and a video of the Mazda vehicle explosion was released by the group's spokesman.
Hurriyat, — Reliable

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Tensions escalate in Badakhshan as Taliban deploys forces against local commander
Jum'a Khan has set up twenty-four hour checkpoints in areas under his control and is currently in Nasi district, while Taliban forces have occupied Shughnan central hospital due to lack of accommodation.
Afghanistan International, — Developing

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Jamaat-ul-Ahrar Announces Separation from Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan
Spokesman Asad Mansour cited internal disputes and betrayal as reasons for ending the 2020 merger, returning the group to independent operations under Omar Khorasani.
Afghanistan International, — Reliable

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Increased Tourism, Sports Events Reported in Afghanistan as Security Improves
Tourism to provinces like Bamyan, Badakhshan, Nuristan, Herat, and Kandahar has grown, supported by secure highways and a decrease in criminal incidents such as thefts and kidnappings.
Bakhtar News, — Unverified

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Hundreds of Panjshir Residents Protest Pakistani Attacks on Eastern Provinces
Demonstrators condemned strikes on civilian homes in Paktia, Paktika and Kunar provinces as violations of Islamic Sharia, human principles and international laws while appealing to the international community and neighbors to prevent further incidents.
Hurriyat, — Reliable