The United Nations has called for an independent investigation into dozens of deaths in the custody of United States immigration authorities, urging Washington to take immediate steps to prevent further fatalities in detention facilities. The appeal follows growing concern over a rise in deaths involving migrants held by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) […] The post UN Calls for Independent Probe Into Deaths in US Immigration Detention Centers appeared first on Khaama Press .
Iran said on Saturday it had carried out retaliatory strikes against positions linked to the United States following recent US air attacks, as tensions between Tehran and Washington continued despite a recently announced ceasefire framework. According to Al Jazeera, Iranian military forces launched the operation after US airstrikes targeted sites along Iran’s southern coast. Iranian […] The post Iran Says It Struck US-Linked Targets After American Airstrikes appeared first on Khaama Press .
The British government has announced plans to introduce new safe and legal pathways for eligible refugees while simultaneously tightening immigration rules to speed up the removal of people staying in the country illegally. The UK Home Office said the new framework would allow community groups, universities and businesses to sponsor refugees by providing financial and […] The post Britain to Launch New Legal Pathways for Refugees appeared first on Khaama Press .
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck northeastern Afghanistan on Saturday, shaking Kabul and several northern and northeastern provinces, while authorities continued to assess possible casualties and damage. Residents in Kabul, as well as in the northern city of Mazar-e-Sharif and other parts of the country, reported feeling strong tremors. There were no immediate official reports of casualties […] The post 6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Kabul and Northern Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press .
World Food Programme (WFP) says the closure of major border crossings with Pakistan and the growing reliance on trade through Iran have sharply increased food prices and deepened Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis. In a report released on Friday, the WFP said around 60% of Afghanistan’s trade now passes through Iran after disruptions to commercial routes with […] The post WFP Says Pakistan Border Closures Deepen Afghanistan’s Humanitarian Crisis appeared first on Khaama Press .
Russian drone attacks killed at least three civilians and wounded more than a dozen others in southern and southeastern Ukraine, local officials said on Friday, as Moscow continued its aerial campaign while diplomatic efforts to end the war remain stalled. According to a Reuters report published on Friday, two passengers aboard a minibus were killed […] The post Russian Drone Strikes Kill Three in Ukraine as Moscow Presses Summer Offensive appeared first on Khaama Press .
Pakistan’s military said on Friday its security forces killed eight militants during two intelligence-based operations in the southwestern province of Balochistan, as authorities continue a nationwide campaign against insurgent groups. In a statement, the military’s media wing said the operations were carried out over the past two days in the districts of Kharan and Mastung […] The post Pakistan Military Kills Eight Militants in Twin Balochistan Raids appeared first on Khaama Press .
The body of a senior Tajik regional official has been recovered from the Panj River more than a week after the vehicle carrying him and four others plunged into the river along the border with Afghanistan, Tajik media reported on Friday. According to Tajik media, citing the country’s Committee of Emergency Situations and Civil Defense […] The post Body of Senior Tajik Official Found in Border River With Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press .
U.S. authorities have seized nearly 400 internet domains accused of illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches, expanding an international crackdown on digital piracy during one of the world’s biggest sporting events. According to the United States Department of Justice, the domains were used to distribute live FIFA World Cup broadcasts without authorization, allowing operators to […] The post U.S.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a new framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon establishes a roadmap to restore Lebanese sovereignty, dismantle Hezbollah’s military infrastructure and improve security along the shared border. In a statement issued after the agreement was signed in Washington on Friday, Rubio said the framework would create conditions for Israeli […] The post U.S.
Turkish authorities have detained at least 40 undocumented migrants, including citizens of Afghanistan, during two separate operations in the northwestern border province of Edirne, as Ankara continues its nationwide campaign against irregular migration. Police said the migrants were transferred to the provincial removal center after administrative procedures, where they are expected to face deportation proceedings. […] The post Turkey Detains 40 Undocumented Migrants, Including Citizens of Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press .
Health authorities across Europe remained on high alert on Friday as an unprecedented heatwave pushed temperatures to record levels, overwhelmed emergency services and disrupted transport across several countries. Scientists said the current heatwave is among the most severe ever recorded in Europe, where temperatures are rising faster than the global average because of climate change. […] The post Deadly Heatwave Puts Europe on Alert as Record Temperatures Strain Health Systems appeared first on Khaama Press .
The U.S. military said it carried out strikes against Iranian military targets after Tehran allegedly launched a drone attack on a commercial vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions despite recent diplomatic efforts to preserve a fragile ceasefire. The United States Central Command said late Friday its forces conducted what it described as a […] The post U.S.
Venezuela’s government said on Friday that the death toll from this week’s powerful earthquakes had risen to 920, while 3,360 people have been injured, as rescue teams continued searching collapsed buildings and fears grew that the number of victims could rise further. Authorities said more than 50,000 missing-person reports had been submitted through an online […] The post Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 920 as Missing Reports Surge appeared first on Khaama Press .
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said its naval forces had carried out attacks on U.S. military positions in the region, describing the operation as a response to what it called American “aggression” and violations of previous understandings. In a statement released on Friday, the Guards said the operation was conducted by the IRGC Navy but […] The post Iran Claims Attack on U.S.
The United Nations has called for the sustained reopening of the Strait of Hormuz under the principle of freedom of navigation, urging all parties to uphold their commitments and avoid actions that could further destabilize one of the world’s most strategically important maritime corridors. U.N. spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said on Froday, the organization hopes to […] The post U.N.
Direct commercial flights between Tehran and Dubai are set to resume from July 1, Iranian media reported, marking another step toward restoring regional air travel after weeks of disruption caused by conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States. According to Iranian media, ticket sales for the route have resumed, with flights scheduled to operate […] The post Tehran-Dubai Flights to Resume After Weeks of Regional Disruption appeared first on Khaama Press .
Pakistani authorities have arrested five people, including three Chinese nationals, after dismantling an alleged network accused of illegally processing and exporting human placental tissue from the capital, Islamabad, officials said on Friday. Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) raided two properties in Islamabad where it uncovered facilities allegedly used to process and dry human placental tissue […] The post Pakistan Arrests Five, Including Three Chinese Nationals, in Alleged Human Placenta Smuggling Case appeared first on Khaama Press .
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting drug treatment and harm reduction services in Afghanistan, saying access to healthcare and the protection of human rights remain critical as the country continues to grapple with widespread drug addiction. Marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Friday, UNDP […] The post UNDP Reaffirms Support for Drug Treatment Programs in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press .
Venezuela’s interim government said on Friday that the death toll from this week’s devastating earthquakes had risen to 589, while nearly 3,000 people were injured, as rescue teams continued searching collapsed buildings for survivors. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez said 2,980 people had been injured in the twin earthquakes and warned that the number of fatalities […] The post Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 589 as Search for Survivors Continues appeared first on Khaama Press .
Three young Afghan migrants drowned off Iran’s Caspian Sea coast and another remains missing after a group entered rough waters despite stormy conditions, Iranian rescue officials said on Thursday. Mojtaba Shams, head of the rescue and lifeguard committee in Nowshahr, said at least 15 Afghan citizens entered the eastern coastal waters of the city on […] The post Three Afghan Migrants Drown on Iran’s Caspian Coast, One Still Missing appeared first on Khaama Press .
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Afghanistan’s fight against drug addiction, saying substance abuse remains one of the country’s most serious public health and social challenges. Marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Friday, the U.N. health agency said it continues to support addiction prevention, treatment […] The post WHO Reaffirms Support for Afghanistan’s Drug Addiction Treatment Programs appeared first on Khaama Press .
Kazakhstan has deployed a team of specialist doctors to Afghanistan to provide surgical and medical care, expanding its humanitarian assistance as the country’s health system continues to face severe shortages of resources and specialist services. Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Health said the medical mission includes senior specialists in orthopedics, trauma care, cardiology, pediatrics, general surgery, urology, […] The post Kazakhstan Sends Medical Team to Afghanistan for Specialist Surgeries appeared first on Khaama Press .
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that the federal government may prevent asylum seekers from entering the country at official border crossings, handing the Trump administration a major legal victory that could sharply restrict access to asylum protections. In a 6–3 decision, the court held that migrants stopped before physically entering the United States […] The post U.S.
Roughly $18,000 of England’s gear briefly went missing in transit to Kansas City. The team barely noticed, the items were recovered, and two men now face a charge they are presumed innocent of. KANSAS CITY, Missouri — Among the equipment England packed for its 2026 World Cup base were the predictable essentials, such as cleats, […] The post England Football Team’s Gear Goes Missing Before World Cup; Two Men Charged appeared first on Khaama Press .
Iran has offered humanitarian assistance to Venezuela following the deadly earthquakes that devastated parts of the South American country, as Tehran continues to strengthen ties with one of its closest political allies. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Thursday that Tehran stood with the Venezuelan people and was ready to provide any assistance needed […] The post Iran Offers Aid to Venezuela After Deadly Earthquakes appeared first on Khaama Press .
More than 11,000 people have been reported missing following the powerful earthquakes that devastated parts of Venezuela, raising fears that the death toll could rise significantly as rescue operations continue. According to Al Jazeera, the figure reflects only those reported missing through official channels by people who were able to access the internet, suggesting the […] The post More Than 11,000 Missing After Deadly Venezuela Earthquakes appeared first on Khaama Press .
The death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to at least 235, authorities said on Friday, as rescue teams continued searching for missing people trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Health Minister Carlos Alvarado said many victims showed no signs of life when they arrived at hospitals, while others died from their injuries […] The post Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 235 as Search for Missing Continues appeared first on Khaama Press .
The United States is reviewing its military posture in the Middle East and is considering relocating parts of its operations from Gulf states to Israel following recent Iranian attacks that exposed vulnerabilities at key regional bases, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The newspaper reported that satellite imagery indicates damage to a […] The post U.S. Reviewing Military Presence in Bahrain, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia appeared first on Khaama Press .
Polio free Afghanistan has urged parents to ensure their children receive timely polio vaccinations, warning that immunization remains the only effective protection against the crippling disease as Afghanistan continues its fight to eliminate the virus. The organization called on families to participate in vaccination campaigns, saying widespread public cooperation is essential to eradicating polio and […] The post Polio-Free Afghanistan Calls for Nationwide Effort to Eliminate Polio appeared first on Khaama Press .
Hundreds of Afghan nationals detained in Pakistan for lacking legal residency documents have been released from Pakistani prisons and returned to Afghanistan, Taliban authorities said, as concerns grow over the humanitarian impact of mass deportations. The Taliban-run Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation said 344 Afghan citizens returned to the country during the past week after […] The post More Than 340 Afghans Released From Pakistani Prisons appeared first on Khaama Press .
The death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen sharply to at least 164, with 971 others injured, as emergency crews continue searching through collapsed buildings and devastated neighborhoods, authorities said. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said rescue operations remained underway following the disaster, warning that the number of casualties could increase as […] The post Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Jumps to 164 as Rescue Crews Search for Survivors appeared first on Khaama Press .
A senior Iranian lawmaker has said the security environment in the Strait of Hormuz has fundamentally changed and will not return to its pre-war condition, while insisting that Tehran’s nuclear rights remain non-negotiable in ongoing diplomacy with the United States. Behnam Saeedi, secretary of the Iranian parliament’s National Security Commission, said Iran would not compromise […] The post Hormuz Will Not Return to Pre-War Status, Iranian Lawmaker Says appeared first on Khaama Press .
Switzerland has contributed $1.95 million to the United Nations humanitarian fund for Afghanistan, as aid agencies warn that worsening economic hardship, rising humanitarian needs and funding shortages are leaving millions of Afghans at risk. The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said the contribution will support people whose lives have been disrupted […] The post Switzerland Provides Nearly $2 Million in New Humanitarian Aid for Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press .
Israeli forces remain deployed in all areas of Lebanese territory they occupied during recent fighting, a Lebanese military source said, contradicting earlier suggestions that Israeli troops had withdrawn from parts of a buffer zone along the border. According to the source, Israeli forces have not pulled back from sections of southern Lebanon captured during military […] The post Israeli Forces Remain in South Lebanon Despite Withdrawal Claims, Report Says appeared first on Khaama Press .
French President Emmanuel Macron said Europe and the United States have moved closer in their positions on the war in Ukraine and developments in the Middle East, as European leaders seek to present a united front ahead of a key NATO summit next month. In a statement posted on social media late Wednesday, Macron said […] The post Macron Says Europe, U.S. Growing More Aligned on Ukraine and Middle East appeared first on Khaama Press .
The White House has asked Congress to approve more than $1.4 billion in emergency funding to strengthen efforts against a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa and prevent the virus from spreading beyond the region. According to a proposal submitted to lawmakers on Wednesday, the funding package would support international containment measures, strengthen disease surveillance […] The post White House Seeks $1.4 Billion to Combat Growing Ebola Outbreak appeared first on Khaama Press .
The race for the Golden Boot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has emerged as one of the tournament’s most compelling storylines, with several of football’s biggest stars competing for the award given to the competition’s top scorer. Lionel Messi currently leads the standings after scoring five goals in Argentina’s opening two matches. The 39-year-old […] The post Messi Leads World Cup Golden Boot Race as Mbappe, Haaland Close Gap appeared first on Khaama Press .
The leaders of Germany, Britain, France, Italy and Poland pledged closer defense cooperation and renewed support for European security on Wednesday, as they met ahead of a NATO summit expected to focus on defense spending, alliance reform and regional security challenges. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hosted the meeting in Berlin, where leaders discussed strengthening Europe’s […] The post European Leaders Pledge Unity Ahead of NATO Summit appeared first on Khaama Press .
U.S. President Donald Trump said European NATO allies did not offer support during Washington’s recent confrontation with Iran, expressing disappointment over what he described as a lack of political backing from partner nations. Speaking alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House on Wednesday, Trump said the United States did not need military […] The post Trump Says NATO Allies Failed to Back U.S.
A French court has sentenced a 19-year-old Afghan man to 30 months in prison after convicting him of severe animal abuse and sexual acts involving livestock at an educational farm near the southern city of Marseille, French media reported. The ruling was delivered Monday by a court in Aix-en-Provence. Judges also ordered the man’s deportation […] The post Afghan Migrant Sentenced to 30 Months in France for Sexual Abuse of Goats and Lamb appeared first on Khaama Press .
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela within minutes of each other early Thursday, causing building collapses in the capital Caracas and prompting emergency rescue operations, according to preliminary reports. The United States Geological Survey said the first earthquake, measuring magnitude 7.2, struck near the coastal city of Morón on the Caribbean coast, about 168 kilometers west […] The post Twin Powerful Earthquakes Strike Venezuela, Buildings Collapse in Caracas appeared first on Khaama Press .
Afghanistan has ranked last among 194 countries in the 2026 Global Child Rights Index published by the Dutch-based KidsRights Foundation, marking the second consecutive year the country has occupied the bottom position. The report, prepared in cooperation with Erasmus University Rotterdam, gave Afghanistan a score of 0.214, placing it behind all other countries assessed under […] The post Afghanistan Ranked Last Among 194 Countries in Global Child Rights Index appeared first on Khaama Press .
A 54-year-old French woman and her five children have been rescued from what Pakistani authorities described as years of domestic confinement and abuse in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, police said. The woman’s husband has been arrested and faces criminal charges as an investigation into the case continues. According to police, the woman, identified […] The post French Woman and Five Children Rescued After Alleged 12 Years of Captivity and Abuse in Pakistan appeared first on Khaama Press .
Denmark is considering legal measures to ban the public broadcasting of the Islamic call to prayer (adhan) from mosque loudspeakers, Immigration Minister Morten Bødskov has said, arguing that such practices “do not belong in Denmark.” Bødskov, a member of the ruling Social Democratic Party, said the government is reviewing legal options for introducing a nationwide […] The post Denmark Considering Ban on Muslim Call to Prayer, Minister Says Some Areas ‘Look Like Islamabad’ appeared first on Khaama Press .
A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s northeastern Tohoku region early Thursday, shaking coastal areas of Iwate and Aomori prefectures, while authorities said no tsunami warning had been issued and no major damage was immediately reported. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the earthquake occurred off the coast of Iwate at a depth of approximately 50 […] The post Strong 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Northern Japan appeared first on Khaama Press .
António Guterres has warned that the effects of climate change are already being felt across the world, saying the crisis is increasingly affecting development, stability and security in many countries. In a message posted on X on Wednesday, Guterres said the world cannot outrun climate change or escape its consequences. He stressed that climate impacts […] The post UN Chief Warns Climate Change Is Threatening Global Stability and Security appeared first on Khaama Press .
A 20-member Indian business delegation is expected to visit Afghanistan in the coming weeks to assess investment opportunities and explore ways to expand commercial cooperation, business leaders announced during a trade forum in New Delhi on Wednesday. The commitment was made by Santosh Joshi, head of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India, […] The post Indian Business Delegation Plans Afghanistan Visit to Explore Investment Opportunities appeared first on Khaama Press .
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has assured Gulf allies that Washington will take their security interests into account during negotiations with Iran, while reaffirming U.S. opposition to any fees on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) marked the International Day of Women in Diplomacy by highlighting the role of women in advancing international cooperation, peacebuilding and decision-making, while calling for equal opportunities for Afghan women and girls. In a statement issued on Tuesday, UNAMA said women diplomats are not only participants in international […] The post UNAMA Calls for Equal Opportunities for Afghan Women on International Day of Women in Diplomacy appeared first on Khaama Press .