The Taliban takeover of Kabul in August 2021 sent shockwaves far beyond Afghanistan’s borders, with Pakistan — already unsettled by extremist and militant groups — hit especially hard.
The Taliban victory emboldened a range of armed factions…
Russia and Ukraine Exchange 84 Prisoners Ahead of Possible Larger Swap
Russia and Ukraine have carried out a new prisoner exchange, each side releasing 84 captives. The exchange was confirmed by the Russian Ministry of Defense,…
In August 2021, the government in Kabul collapsed and gave way to the Taliban in the wake of the US pulling its forces out of Afghanistan.
Four years later, the Taliban seem to have a firm grip on power.
So firm, in fact, that…
Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced on Wednesday that he plans to approve tenders to build more than 3,000 housing units in the highly controversial E1 settlement project between Jerusalem and Ma’ale Adumim in the West…
Russia and US Could Reach New Strategic Arms Control Deal, Says Putin
President Vladimir Putin has indicated that Russia and the United States could potentially reach a new agreement on strategic offensive arms control in…
South Africa’s National Dialogue kicks off on Friday, but critics say it’s been rushed. Key political foundations have pulled out, warning that real change needs more time.
Historic Putin-Trump Summit in Alaska to Address Ukraine and Strategic Arms Deal
Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump will meet on Friday, August 15, in Alaska. The summit is scheduled to begin at 22:30 Moscow time….
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The United States is discussing the possible deployment of more missile launchers to the Philippines to strengthen deterrence against aggression in the disputed South China Sea…