The European Commission has invited officials from Afghanitan's Taliban to discuss the returns of certain migrants. It's controversial on humanitarian grounds, and because Brussels doesn't recognize Taliban authority.

Fifa has approved a rule change allowing Afghan ⁠women footballers to play official international matches in its competitions, giving players exiled since the Taliban's return to power a route back.

At least seven people have been killed and 13 others injured after gunmen opened fire on civilians in western Afghanistan, officials say.

An Ariana Afghan Airlines passenger aircraft veered off the runway while landing at Kabul International Airport on Wednesday, prompting a temporary suspension of flight operations. No injuries were reported.

The Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS) has provided cash assistance to thousands of displaced and affected families in eastern Afghanistan's Paktia province

South Asia has once again found itself on the brink of a large-scale conflict. Pakistani authorities have officially stated that months of rising tensions have escalated into an “open war” with the Taliban movement that controls power in Afghanistan. What was once limited to border incidents has now developed into a direct interstate confrontation involving aircraft, heavy equipment, and missile strikes. In other words, it is a war.

Editor's note: Muhammad Asif Noor is Founder of the Friends of BRI Forum and Advisor to the Pakistan Research Center at Hebei Normal University, China, as well as Co-Founder of the Alliance of China-Pakistan Research Centers. The article reflects the author’s opinions and does not necessarily represent the views of News.Az.

The picturesque Bamiyan province in central Afghanistan, a popular destination in spring, summer and autumn and host of an annual ski competition, is adding to its beautiful landscape with winter sports.

Four people have been arrested on suspicion of facilitating a suicide bombing that killed more than 30 people on Friday, Pakistan's interior minister has said.