Ariana: Russia’s UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia said at Security Council committee briefing, the militants are deliberately fueling tensions and attempting to position themselves as an alternative power in the country. Nebenzia added that Daesh continues to receive foreign financing and includes fighters with battlefield experience from Syria and Iraq. He also warned that weapons left behind by Western forces could fall into the hands of militants, posing a serious threat to Afghanistan and neighboring states. “There is a clear risk of terrorist activity spilling over to Central Asia and beyond,” he said. Click here to read more (external link).
Tolo News in Dari – November 20, 2025
Over 560 Afghan nationals released from Iraq, Pakistan prisons
Amu: In a statement on Thursday, the ministry said that 565 Afghan citizens had been freed, including 517 from various detention centers across Pakistan and 48 from prisons in Iraq. The statement did not specify the reasons for their detention, referring to them only as “migrants.” However, in previous cases, Pakistani authorities have cited lack of legal residency documents as the primary reason for arresting Afghan nationals. Taliban said the detainees had spent between two and nine months in custody before being released and returned to Afghanistan. Click here to read more (external link).
Afghanistan U19 drawn with South Africa, West Indies and Tanzania for 2026 World Cup
Amu: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the groups and fixtures for the ICC Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup 2026, placing Afghanistan in Pool D alongside South Africa, the West Indies, and tournament debutant Tanzania. Afghanistan will open their campaign on January 16 with a high-stakes clash against South Africa in Windhoek, Namibia. Click here to read more (external link).
Pakistan’s Demand For Taliban Action Against TTP Is Reasonable, Says EU Envoy
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Afghanistan International: In an interview with the Pakistani newspaper The News, Karoblis said the EU condemns terrorism in all forms and that Pakistan’s expectation for Afghanistan to act against TTP was grounded in legitimate security concerns. The newspaper reported that the ambassador expressed support for Islamabad’s assertion that militants operating from Afghanistan were responsible for recent attacks inside Pakistan. Click here to read more (external link).
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Tolo News in Dari – November 19, 2025
Afghanistan A beat Hong Kong by 24 runs to stay in contention at Rising Stars Asia Cup
Amu: Afghanistan A edged past Hong Kong, China, by 24 runs in their final Group B match at the 2025 ACC Men’s Rising Stars Asia Cup, keeping their semi-final hopes alive in the regional tournament for emerging talent. With the win, Afghanistan A have claimed two victories from their three Group B matches. Their qualification for the semi-finals now depends on the result of the final group fixture between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, set to be played later tonight. Click here to read more (external link).
Iran and Afghanistan hold high-level phone talks on strengthening regional stability
Ariana: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi held a high-level phone conversation on Monday, focusing on bilateral ties and ongoing regional developments. According to official statements, both sides discussed ways to deepen cooperation and address emerging challenges affecting the region. Araghchi reiterated Iran’s readiness to use all available capacities to help advance peace and stability, underscoring the importance of strengthened consultations among regional partners. Click here to read more (external link).
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Tolo News in Dari – November 18, 2025
Bangladesh A defeats Afghanistan by 8 wickets in Asia Cup Rising Stars clash
Amu: Bangladesh A cruised to a commanding eight-wicket win over Afghanistan A in their second Group B match of the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 on Monday, chasing down a modest target of 79 with ease. The defeat is Afghanistan Abdalyan’s second of the tournament, putting them under pressure ahead of their final group stage clash against Hong Kong, China on Wednesday. The Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 tournament, hosted in Qatar, features the emerging talent of top cricketing nations and serves as a platform for future international stars to showcase their abilities. Click here to read more (external link).