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The casualty figure is yet to be confirmed. (Photo: Representative image)

Explosive-laden vehicle detonates in Afghanistan's Ghazni; Taliban claims attack

Taliban claimed that the incident has caused massive casualties and damages to the base.

28 Jul 2019 3:38 PM

Quoting Ghazni Police Chief Khalid Wardak, TOLO news reported that the Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attack. (Representational Image)

4 personnel killed, 20 injured in Ghazni suicide bombing

Ghazni Police Chief Khalid Wardak said that the casualty figures may rise.

27 Jul 2019 1:45 PM

5 killed,10 injured in 3 explosions: Kabul

More details awaited.

25 Jul 2019 10:55 AM

Trump's remarks followed a meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan at the White House on Monday. (Photo: File)

'Won't allow anyone to determine our fate': Afghanistan wants clarity on Trump’s jibe

'The Afghan nation has not and will never allow any foreign power to determine its fate,' Afghanistan's presidential palace said.

23 Jul 2019 3:13 PM

Over 100 people, mostly civilians, were also wounded in the attack. (Photo: ANI)

Taliban attack on Kandahar police HQ plotted in Pak, says Afghan intel agency

NDS said that the attack was plotted in Balochistan's Chaman in Pakistan.

19 Jul 2019 8:15 PM

The blast took place in Police District 3 (PD3) area in the city. (Photo: ANI)

2 killed, 10 injured in Kabul University blast

The casualties were confirmed by Afghanistan's Public Health Ministry's spokesperson Wahidullah Mayar.

19 Jul 2019 10:04 AM

The governor's office said nine civilians were killed in the attack. (Photo: AFP)

12 killed, 40 wounded in Taliban attack: Afghanistan

Pictures on social media showed a huge plume of smoke rising over Kandahar, and Hayat said about six trucks carrying goods had burnt.

19 Jul 2019 9:45 AM

There was a continuous exchange of fire between the terrorists and police personnel. (Photo: ANI)

11 killed in Afghanistan hotel attack, Taliban claims responsibility

The siege came to an end after seven hours and three terrorists were killed while two others were arrested, according to Rahimi.

14 Jul 2019 12:19 PM

The attack took place in Pachirwa Agham district of Nangarhar province. (Photo: Representative Image/AP)

13-year-old suicide bomber kills five at a wedding in Afghanistan: Official

The explosion comes just days after historic talks between Afghan representatives and the Taliba, as part of a US-led effort to end the war.

12 Jul 2019 2:20 PM

It is indicated that these terror groups are shifting their base in Afghanistan near the international border in areas including Kandahar and Kunar. (Photo: File)

Pak-based terrorist groups join hands with Afghan outfits after Balakot strike

Intelligence sources reveal that the Indian consulate in Kandahar has been kept on high alert against a Taliban attack.

08 Jul 2019 9:17 AM

Taliban has conducted various attacks in a past few days. On June 2, 68 people suffered injuries in a coordinated attack by the terror group which rocked the city of Kabul. (Photo: AFP/Representational)

4 killed, 36 wounded in Taliban attack in Afghanistan

The Kamma Press, citing the 209 Shaheen Corps, reported that Taliban fired multiple rounds of mortars and rockets in a market area.

05 Jul 2019 7:05 PM

This comes hours after a coordinated attack by Taliban rocked the city of Kabul in which at least 68 people suffered injuries. (Photo: AP)

Germany, Qatar to host intra-Afghan dialogue: US peace envoy Khalilzad

‘This dialogue is an essential element of the four-part peace framework and an important step in the Afghan Peace Process,’ Khalilzad said.

02 Jul 2019 12:48 PM

An explosion was reported near the US Embassy sending smoke billowing over the capital city of Afghanistan on Monday morning. (Photo: ANI)

At least 68 injured in powerful explosion near US embassy in Kabul

The explosion reportedly took place in the vicinity of the 2nd district of the city, reported Khaama Press.

01 Jul 2019 10:44 AM

Qasim Afghan, a Kandahar police spokesman, said some security forces were also killed in the attack, and that communications with the centre of the district were cut off. (Photo: Representational)

8 election commission employees killed in Afghanistan

The Taliban used explosive-filled vehicles to attack Maruf district centre in southern Kandahar province.

30 Jun 2019 5:38 PM

‘Taliban launched a coordinated attack on a police checkpoint in Guzara district of Herat province Saturday, killing four policemen and injuring another,’ Sulaiman, the Guzara district police chief said. (Photo: AP)

4 policemen killed in Taliban attack

A police armoured vehicle was also damaged by Taliban militants.

23 Jun 2019 5:29 PM

Afghanistan is facing an unstable political and security situation due to the activities of the Taliban and the Islamic State. (Representational Image | AFP)

5 Taliban terrorists killed by Afghan forces in Faryab province

The anti-terrorist operation was carried out in the Dara-e-Shakh area of Gurziwan district in the wee hours of Friday.

21 Jun 2019 1:34 PM

No terror group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far. (Photo: File)

Terror attack in Afghanistan leaves six dead

The explosion took place at around 9 am (local time) in Dand district when a civilian vehicle was targetted by a roadside bomb

12 Jun 2019 12:58 PM

34 people rescued from Taliban-run prison by Afghan forces

Civilians, soldiers, policemen and intelligence agents were freed during the operation.

11 Jun 2019 1:27 PM

Known as MRAPs, for Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected, the vehicles are sturdy but present a very visible target. (Representational Image)

4 Afghans killed, 4 US troops injured in Kabul suicide blast

A spokesman for Resolute Support, the US-led NATO mission in Afghanistan, said four US service members had suffered minor injuries.

31 May 2019 1:35 PM

Afghanistan secured their place in the World Cup, which started on Thursday, by beating Ireland on their way to winning last year's qualifying tournament. (Photo: AFP)

Afghan World Cup cricketers bring joy to war-torn nation

The Afghan team has enjoyed a remarkable rise over the past decade and are currently seventh in the Twenty20 rankings.

31 May 2019 11:04 AM

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