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ACB condemns Pakistani airstrikes killing cricketers, civilians in Paktika
KABUL (Pajhwok): The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) and several national players have strongly condemned Pakistan’s airstrike on civilians — including cricket players — in the Urgun district of southeastern Paktika province. In a statement, the...
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Rashid, Nabi and other Afghanistan stars slam Pakistan after air strike kills three cricketers: ‘Heinous, unforgivable crime’
Besides strong reactions from Rashid Khan and other Afghan cricket stars, the country’s board cancelled its trip to Pakistan for a T20I tri-series next month after an air strike in the country’s Paktika province on Friday led to the deaths of...
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With rare earths, deft diplomacy (and ample flattery), Pakistan shows how to deal with Trump 2.0
Islamabad — As US President Donald Trump took a victory lap in front of world leaders following the Gaza ceasefire on Monday, he gave a shout-out to Pakistan’s top soldier, calling him his “favorite field marshal.” He then relinquished the podium...
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Pakistani Travelers Rejoice as Flights to Dubai now 15% cheaper with New Offer
DUBAI – If you are planning to visit Dubai, it might be the perfect time this year as the Pakistani Bank teamed up with a leading airline to bring Pakistani travelers an exclusive offer .15% off Business Class and 10% off Economy Class fares on...
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IHC acquires majority stake in Pakistan's First Women Bank
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International Holding Company (IHC), the largest listed company in the UAE, has acquired a majority stake in Pakistan's state-owned First Women Bank Limited, the company said on Friday. The acquisition follows a privatisation process conducted...
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Urgent Doha talks called: Pakistan sends top officials to meet Afghan Taliban after deadly strikes; 10 killed
Pakistan on Saturday announced that senior officials will travel to Qatar for talks with Afghanistan, just hours after launching deadly airstrikes inside Afghanistan that killed at least 10 people, including three cricketers, and broke a two-day...
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Bad news for Shehbaz Sharif as Pakistan’s passport ranks 4th worst globally, its position is..., India stands at..
Home News Bad news for Shehbaz Sharif as Pakistans passport ranks 4th worst globally, its position is..., India stands at.. Similarly, the British passport has slipped to its lowest-ever ranking. Once at the top in 2015, it has fallen from 6th...
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Taliban Defence and Intelligence Chiefs Visit Doha for Security Talks With Pakistan
Taliban Defence Minister Mullah Yaqub Mujahid and Intelligence Chief Mullah Abdul Haq Wasiq arrived in Doha for security talks with Pakistani officials amid rising border tensions. Two senior Taliban leaders have travelled to Qatar for talks with...
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Who were Kabeer Agha, Sibghatullah, & Haroon? 3 rising Afghan cricketers tragically killed in Pakistani airstrike
In a tragic development, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Saturday announced that three young and promising cricketers were among those killed in fresh airstrike by Pakistan. The three cricketers were identified as Kabeer Agha, Sibghatullah...
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Mujahid Says Will Not Retaliate Against Pakistan During Doha Talks
Mujahid said they will not retaliate against recent Pakistani attacks during ongoing Doha talks, citing respect for mediation efforts aimed at easing border tensions. Zabihullah Mujahid confirmed on Saturday that Defence Minister Mullah Yaqub...
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Kabul, Islamabad to Hold Doha Talks Mediated by Qatar After Deadly Border Clashes
Taliban and Pakistani representatives are set to hold talks in Doha, mediated by Qatar, to discuss a long-term ceasefire following recent deadly border clashes. Taliban and Pakistani representatives are expected to hold talks in Doha, mediated by...
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In fresh strikes, Pakistan targets terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan: Report
Pakistan launched fresh air strikes targeting terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan, casting a shadow over the expected talks in Doha amid a fragile ceasefire that had temporarily halted hostilities between the two sides. There was no statement from...
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IEA to hold talks with Pakistani side in Doha today: Mujahid
KABUL (Pajhwok): The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) says its delegation has traveled to Doha for talks with the Pakistani side. While the IEA reserves the right to respond to Pakistani military aggressions, it has instructed its forces to...
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Afghanistan players react to Pakistani air-strikes attacking civilians
On October 18, Pakistan carried out airstrikes on a civilian area in Afghanistan’s Urgun district, located in Paktika province. As per the Afghanistan Cricket Board's (ACB) statement, eight civilians, including three cricketers were killed in the...
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3 Afghan Cricketers, 5 Others Killed In Pakistani Airstrike On Gathering In Paktika Province
Last Updated:October 18, 2025, 09:17 IST Three Afghanistan cricketers, and five others were killed in a Pakistani airstrike in Paktika province amid the ongoing border clashes between the two countries. Afghanistan cricketers killed in Pakistan...
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Afghanistan pulls out of tri-nation series involving Pakistan after 3 cricketers killed in Islamabad's strike
Kabul/IBNS: The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has pulled out of a tri-nation T20I series involving Pakistan after three young Afghan cricketers died in military strikes by Islamabad at the border. The cricketers who died have been identified as...
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Traffic plan issued for Pakistan vs South Africa matches in Rawalpindi
RAWALPINDI – Ahead of the Pakistan vs South Africa cricket matches at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, the traffic police have issued a detailed traffic management plan to ensure smooth traffic flow during the event. The traffic measures, which...
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Afghanistan-Pakistan clashes live updates: Both countries agree to ‘immediate’ ceasefire, says Qatar
Afghanistan-Pakistan clashes live updates: Both Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to an “immediate” ceasefire during talks in Doha, Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Sunday. “During the negotiations, the two sides agreed to an...
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Earthquake of magnitude 3.5 jolts Pakistan
An earthquake of magnitude 3.5 struck Pakistan, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. Earlier in the day, another earthquake of 3.9 magnitude struck the region at a depth of 10km.(AFP file photo for representation) As per the NCS, the...
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Three Afghan Cricketers Among Eight Killed in Pakistani Airstrike in Paktika Province
Three Afghan cricketers were among eight killed in a Pakistani airstrike in Paktika Province. The Afghanistan Cricket Board expressed grief over the tragedy and condemned the attack targeting civilians and players.Kabul: The Afghanistan Cricket...
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