LAHORE: With the Taliban gaining complete control over Afghanistan and the Ashraf Ghani-led government practically ousted, the two decades-long war has finally come to an end in the troubled country. In an exclusive conversation with Bol News, former Ambassador M Alam Brohi who is also an expert on Afghanistan affairs said that the US and … Read more
TASHKENT: An Afghan military plane was prevented from illegally crossing Uzbek airspace by air defense forces, the Uzbek Defense Ministry press service said Monday. The Afghan military plane crashed into Uzbek territory, said the ministry, adding that an investigation is underway. The ministry said that there were no casualties. Meanwhile, local media reported that two … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday said that the ideal time to end the Afghan conflict through negotiations would have been when the US and NATO troops were at maximum military strength in Afghanistan. A statement issued after the National Security Committee meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan, stated that continuation of foreign military presence for … Read more
BEIJING: Countries and international organisations closely observing the unfolding situation in Afghanistan have swiftly reacted to Taliban forces entering the capital Kabul. On Monday morning, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison told local media that the National Security Cabinet meeting will convene to review a plan for evacuation out of Afghanistan, without providing details of the … Read more
The United States has spent $83 billion over 20 years to build a modern Afghan army, which is Rs. 35.95 trillion and 1.6 million in Pakistani rupee. According to the French news agency AFP, the United States provided the Afghan army with warplanes, helicopters, drones, armoured vehicles, goggles that see in the dark, in recent … Read more
As the Taliban took control of Afghanistan, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged the group and all other parties “to exercise utmost restraint to protect lives and ensure that humanitarian can be addressed.” A statement issued to the UN press corps said that Guterres is following with deep concern the rapid turn of the events … Read more
After conquering 26 of the country’s 34 provincial capitals in the last ten days, the Taliban armed group is fighting for power in Afghanistan. In May, as foreign forces began to leave the country, the armed group, which was deposed in a US-led invasion in 2001, stepped up its drive to depose the Western-backed government. … Read more
Crickets boards of Australia and Afghanistan reached a decision to postpone the One Day International (ODI) series scheduled in India. The three ODIs between Australia and Afghanistan were scheduled ahead of ICC T20 World Cup. However, the tournament was shifted from India to United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to increasing cases of COVID-19 in India. … Read more
Former US President Donald Trump has demanded the resignation of Biden, saying that the victory of the Taliban is the worst defeat for the United States adding that it is time for Biden to resign over this humiliation. Donald Trump sharply criticized Joe Biden, saying that if he had been president at the time, the … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Foreign Office Spokesman Zahid Hafeez Chaudhry said that the International community should play a collective role in settling the Afghanistan crisis. Pakistan is actively analyzing developments in Afghanistan, according to the spokesman, and all Afghan officials must work together to pave the road for long-term peace and stability in the country. “Pakistan has stressed … Read more
A meeting of National Security Committee (NSC) chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan will be held in Islamabad on Monday to discuss the latest situation in Afghanistan. In a statement, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said Pakistan will present its stance on the current situation following consultations in the meeting. He said an important meeting … Read more
Pakistan on Monday called upon the Afghan leaders to work together to address the evolving situation and craft a way forward for sustainable peace and stability in Afghanistan. In a statement, Foreign Office Spokesperson Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri said “Pakistan has consistently emphasized that a political solution is indispensible. Pakistan will continue to play its constructive … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Saarc Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Saarc CCI) has cautioned that the rapidly changing security situation in Afghanistan will have an adverse impact on the regional economies, especially Pakistan. In a statement, Saarc CCI president Iftikhar Ali Malik said that the impact of the crisis in Afghanistan could ultimately spread far wider, adding … Read more
The Twitter account of the Afghan Embassy in India has been hacked, according to press secretary Abdulhaq Azad. Several tweets from the Afghan embassy in India’s handle were removed after they criticized Afghan President Ashraf Ghani for fleeing the nation after the Taliban seized power. The Afghan embassy’s press secretary in India, Abdulhaq Azad, then … Read more
Afghanistan’s T20I skipper Rashid Khans prays as Taliban makes its way into capital city Kabul on Sunday. Rashid took it to Twitter and tweeted “Peace” along with praying hands and the national flag. Peace 🤲🏻🤲🏻🤲🏻🇦🇫🇦🇫🇦🇫 — Rashid Khan (@rashidkhan_19) August 15, 2021 Earlier this month, he posted a tweet requesting the ‘World Leaders’ not to … Read more
Afghan Taliban, or the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, after taking control of major strategic cities, on Saturday issued a comprehensive statement defining its policies and future course of action in the country. In the statement, it declared the following points regarding the latest developments and advancements in Afghanistan: The areas and provinces that come under … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistan stocks witnessed a lacklustre and range-bound week ended August 13, 2021, while analysts anticipate the market to remain positive next week, given the expectation of strong results in the ongoing season. “Meanwhile, concerns over the Covid-19 fourth wave may keep the sentiment skittish. Further, the prevailing tensions in Afghanistan with the continuing withdrawal … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistan is one of the few lucky countries in the world in terms of resources where all the blessings are available, but despite 75 years of independence, it is in debt and behind the world, a provincial government official said on Saturday. Addressing at a flag hoisting ceremony held at the Korangi Association of … Read more
