A brutal act of Taliban terrorism has once again shaken the region. The National Resistance Front of Afghanistan (NRF) has strongly condemned the recent attack on the Jaffar Express train in Balochistan, Pakistan. In this disturbing incident, Baloch militants held innocent passengers hostage, triggering outrage and fear. The NRF squarely blamed the Taliban for fostering terror networks and accused them of harbouring multiple terrorist groups. The NRF warned that such support from the Taliban is causing a dangerous rise in regional instability. The Pakistan Army has also confirmed that the attack’s masterminds operated from Afghan soil. The army’s intelligence reports…
Author: Muhammad Idrees
In a shocking act of terror, a train hijacking in Balochistan turned into a tense hostage crisis on Tuesday. Armed militants attacked the Jaffar Express while it was passing through a remote area of the Bolan Pass. More than 400 passengers were held hostage, including a large number of security personnel. Security forces launched a major rescue operation in the Dhadar area. At least 27 terrorists were killed during the offensive. Officials also confirmed the death of at least 10 people, including the train’s driver. The actual number of casualties is still unknown. Rescue teams managed to save over 190…
The Taliban has strongly rejected claims made by the United States regarding the recovery of American weapons from Afghanistan. Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid dismissed these remarks and warned that any attempt to seize weapons would be met with resistance. In an interview with IRAF, Mujahid stressed that no one can take the Taliban’s weapons. He added that the group would defend both Afghanistan and itself if such efforts were made. He accused the U.S. of misleading the world and said the Taliban would never surrender its arms. The Taliban response to US weapons claims comes after former President Donald Trump repeatedly…
Iran is taking decisive steps to strengthen border security along its 1,000-kilometer frontier with Afghanistan. The move aims to block terrorists, drug traffickers, and illegal migrants from crossing into Iranian territory. Hossein Mousavi, head of Iran’s Armed Forces, announced the plan during a ceremony honoring military engineers on March 1, 2025. He emphasized that enhanced border barriers—including walls, fences, and surveillance systems—will curb threats to national safety. Despite historically rocky ties, Iran’s pragmatic engagement with the Taliban regime since 2021 has included trade deals and diplomatic talks. But escalating terrorism risks and smuggling networks have forced Tehran to act. A $3 billion project,…
A deadly confrontation erupted between Pakistani border forces and the Taliban at the Torkham border, resulting in the death of one civilian. Sources confirmed that two security personnel and another Pakistani civilian sustained injuries in the violent exchange. The clash broke out on Sunday evening, with local sources reporting heavy gunfire between both sides. A video circulating online shows intense firing, but the exact reason behind the Torkham border clash remains unclear. The confrontation followed a nine-day closure of the Torkham crossing. Pakistan had shut down the border after Taliban forces attempted to construct a checkpoint inside Pakistani territory. Foreign…
Afghanistan has been ranked as the most authoritarian nation in the world, according to the Democracy Index 2024 published by The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). Out of 167 countries, Afghanistan stands at the bottom, receiving a democracy score of just 0.25 out of 10. The report highlights the extreme oppression under Taliban rule, making Afghanistan even more restrictive than North Korea and Myanmar. The EIU, a respected research organization with over 75 years of experience, analyzes political and economic trends worldwide. It provides assessments for governments, financial institutions, and corporations. The 2024 Democracy Index report paints a bleak picture of…
A recent investigative report by UK-based news outlet UnHerd has alleged that the BBC has been making payments to the Taliban for security services and broadcasting access in Afghanistan. The report suggests that these payments, made through BBC Media Action and other channels, could violate UK and US sanctions against the Taliban regime. UnHerd claims that the BBC’s financial dealings with the Taliban include payments to their security forces to protect broadcasting infrastructure. The British broadcaster has not yet responded to inquiries from Afghanistan International regarding these allegations. BBC’s Relationship with the Taliban The report, authored by Ali Hamedani and…
LONDON: A new report challenges India’s claims of economic prosperity, exposing the harsh truth of India’s economic disparity. The Indus Valley Annual Report 2025 highlights that while India has a population of 1.4 billion, nearly a billion people lack the financial strength to spend on non-essential goods and services. According to Blume Ventures, a venture capital firm, India’s true consumer market is much smaller than its population suggests. The report states that only 130-140 million individuals belong to the “consuming class,” comparable to Mexico’s consumer base. Another 300 million people are labeled as “emerging” or “aspirant” consumers. They remain cautious…
The Mustafa murder case in Karachi has brought to light the alarming reach and influence of Pakistan’s notorious drug mafia. This case has revealed the deep connections between influential figures, including politicians, businessmen, and even artists, who are allegedly involved in the drug trade. In a significant turn of events, the investigation has exposed the presence of an international drug network deeply embedded within Pakistan. This network has been using private courier companies for smuggling illegal substances across the country. Authorities are now investigating links to money laundering and cybercrime activities connected to the case. Sahir Hassan, the son of…
During his appearance at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), former U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled a significant plan to reclaim military equipment left in Afghanistan after the U.S. withdrawal. The assets, now in the hands of the Taliban, have sparked concern over national security and the proliferation of advanced military technology to extremist groups. Trump’s announcement underlines the growing frustration over this situation, which has raised questions about the future of these weapons and their use by terrorist organizations. U.S. Military Equipment Left Behind The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 led to the abandonment of billions of dollars’…