Afghan War
Congress party urges the government to help evacuate Afghanistan's Sikh and Hindu communities to protect them from any attacks.
Published 10 Aug, 2021 06:10pm
Fawad Chaudhry says Pakistan has nothing to gain from conflict in Afghanistan.
Updated 10 Aug, 2021 02:52pm
Lashes out at India for refusing to accept Pakistan’s request for participation in UNSC meeting.
Updated 10 Aug, 2021 07:39am
"The Taliban are now in full control,” says governor of Afghanistan's Samangan province.
Published 09 Aug, 2021 07:48pm
"Pakistan will not be apologetic because it is sincere and honest for attaining peace in Afghanistan," says the foreign minister.
Updated 10 Aug, 2021 08:32am
Taliban spokesperson says he has no information on the killing of the radio station manager or the abducted journalist.
Published 09 Aug, 2021 12:18pm
Alert encourages US citizens to fly out on commercial flights, offers repatriation loans for those who can’t afford tickets.
Updated 09 Aug, 2021 12:49pm
Four provincial capitals have been snatched up since Friday in a rapid offensive that has apparently overwhelmed the government.
Published 08 Aug, 2021 02:42pm
Fighting is still raging in Herat, Lashkar Gah and Kandahar.
Updated 08 Aug, 2021 08:39am
The foreign office has warned Britons not to rely on it for emergency evacuation.
Published 07 Aug, 2021 04:19pm
Pakistan warns that during India's presidency of UNSC, a "distorted picture" of Afghan situation may be projected.
Updated 07 Aug, 2021 11:20am
The closure could impact import of medicines and other essential goods as violence has sharply escalated in Afghanistan.
Updated 06 Aug, 2021 07:01pm
Police spokesperson says the Taliban were able to capture the city because of a lack of reinforcements from the govt.
Updated 06 Aug, 2021 08:55pm
At least 10 Afghan soldiers and a militant commander of Abdul Rashid Dostum group killed in Jowzjan province.
Updated 06 Aug, 2021 06:26pm
Russia is also carrying out drills in Tajikistan, another former Soviet republic bordering Afghanistan, this week.
Updated 06 Aug, 2021 08:59am
UNSC members will be briefed by the Afghan foreign minister during the session.
Updated 05 Aug, 2021 09:10am
Dozens have died in the battle for Lashkar Gah, which will be Taliban's biggest urban prize since they launched offensive in May.
Published 04 Aug, 2021 01:02pm
There is no sign of the Taliban showing any flexibility in their position and taking a more moderate stance.
Updated 04 Aug, 2021 08:21am
Afghan government forces launch airstrikes to defend Lashkar Gah.
Updated 04 Aug, 2021 08:23am
Senior security official says the apparent target was the residence of a member of parliament; at least three killed.
Updated 03 Aug, 2021 11:02pm
Intra-Afghan peace talks should be promoted, but the global community must be ready for the imminent collapse of the Afghan state.
Published 03 Aug, 2021 07:34am
Unlike with the interpreters, the United States says it has no immediate plans to fly out the newly eligible Afghans.
Updated 03 Aug, 2021 09:05am
Vows to focus on protecting provincial capitals of Afghanistan.
Updated 03 Aug, 2021 08:16am
Taliban fire rockets on Kandahar airport; street battles reported from Lashkar Gah city.
Updated 02 Aug, 2021 07:54am
A civil war next door would pose serious threats to Pakistan’s security and multidimensional challenges.
Updated 02 Aug, 2021 07:48am
Moeed Yusuf says there have been "ups and downs" in US-Pakistan ties but both countries have an agreement on how to move forward.
Updated 01 Aug, 2021 07:24am
Took stock of progress made since Geneva meeting; discussed bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest: Moeed Yusuf.
Updated 30 Jul, 2021 11:14am
“Pakistan has a vital role to play in using its influence with the Taliban," he says.
Updated 30 Jul, 2021 10:54am
"The US is committed to helping those who helped us during our time in Afghanistan over the last 20 years," Blinken says.
Updated 30 Jul, 2021 09:12am
China, being a neighbour of Afghanistan, has an important role to play in the Afghan peace process, says FO spokesperson.
Updated 30 Jul, 2021 07:38am
