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The Stories Malala Yousafzai Was Most Nervous to Share in Her New Memoir

In a candid conversation ahead of the release of her new book, the activist reflects on life beyond advocacy—from her years at Oxford to falling in love and learning to live on her own terms.

Marie Claire

Whether you’re in the C of E or the Taliban, some convictions are simply bigoted

Letters: Orthodoxy that prevents women occupying key roles in the Church of England is pretty much a description of misogyny, writes Simon Burch. Plus a letter from James Caird

The Guardian - UK

Temporary Afghanistan-Pakistan Ceasefire Expires, Next Step Unclear

A 48-hour ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan expired on Friday evening, with no clear indication of what comes next.

International Business Times

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Afghanistan-Pakistan Ceasefire Enters Second Day

A ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan moved into its second day on Friday, following deadly violence between the neighbouring countries.

International Business Times

Afghans Return Home To Rubble, Hoping Truce Holds With Pakistan

Abdul Rahim surveys the rubble that was his home in Kabul, where he lived with six family members.

International Business Times

Taliban’s male-only presser: How media failed to fact-check Afghan minister’s pro-woman claims

He came. He got his way. Then he relented, somewhat. And then he left.

Newslaundry

UN urges Pakistan and Afghanistan to end hostilities to protect civilians

The United Nations is calling on Afghanistan and Pakistan to bring a lasting end to hostilities

The Independent UK

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Why Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban are fighting and what happens next

Pakistan and Afghanistan announce ceasefire after days of intense attacks

The Independent UK

Ceasefire Halts Deadly Afghanistan-Pakistan Fighting

A ceasefire along the frontier between Afghanistan and Pakistan was holding on Thursday, after dozens of troops and civilians were killed in cross-border clashes.

International Business Times

We have a duty to protect our Afghan allies from Taliban vengeance

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: As a matter of national honour, Britain must stop dragging its feet in protecting those who served alongside our troops in Afghanistan

The Independent UK

Dozens killed in fresh clashes along Afghanistan-Pakistan border

Two sides declare ceasefire after Islamabad carries out retaliatory strikes on Kabul and Kandahar province

The Guardian - UK

Hero Afghan commando sent back to Taliban after being failed by Britain

When Aziz was promised a new life in Britain in return for serving alongside UK forces, he hoped for a fresh start. Months later, he and his family were rounded up by police and deported back to Afghanistan – despite being under the care of the government. He is now…

The Independent UK

Pakistani dating show sparks outrage and court petition over ‘obscenity’ claims

Critics have called the show ‘un-Islamic’, arguing that unmarried men and women living together under constant camera surveillance violates social norms in Pakistan

The Independent UK

Taliban claim major assault on Pakistani military posts as border fighting escalates

Afghanistan says at least 12 civilians killed and nearly 100 injured in latest clashes

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International Business Times

New Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Clashes Kill Dozens, Officials Say

Dozens of troops and civilians were killed in a fresh round of border skirmishes between Pakistan and Afghanistan on Wednesday, officials on both sides of the frontier said, as clashes entered their second week.

The Independent UK

They fought with Britain and US in Afghanistan – now Taliban are taking their revenge

After the Taliban takeover of Kabul in 2021, Britain pledged sanctuary to Afghans who faced reprisals for working with UK forces – but thousands are still waiting. Now, as Britain drags its heels, we have verified the killings of more than 100 ex-Afghan forces in the country since 2023 –…

The Independent UK

Afghanistan says more than a dozen civilians killed in renewed border fighting with Pakistan

The Taliban government in Afghanistan says more than a dozen Afghan civilians were killed and over 100 others were wounded in renewed fighting with Pakistan

The Independent UK

Pakistan reports a new clash with Afghan forces along northwest border

Pakistan's state-run media say clashes have erupted between Pakistani and Afghan forces in a remote northwestern border region

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VPN usage up 35,000% in Afghanistan as authorities restrict access to social media – here's what we know

About a week after a complete internet shutdown that lasted 48 hours, Proton VPN recorded spikes in usage of +35,000% above baseline as Afghans look for ways to stay online.

Radio France Internationale

Thousands of Afghan refugees return from Pakistan as border tensions boil over

As Taliban forces hit back at Islamabad over alleged air raids inside Afghan territory, waves of refugees returning from Pakistan are struggling to rebuild their lives in Taliban-run Afghanistan.

The Guardian - UK

Finding My Way by Malala Yousafzai review – growing up in public

Clambering up bell towers, dancing the night away and falling in love – how ‘saint’ Malala forged a new identity

Newslaundry

Behind India’s pivot in Kabul: Counter to Pak ‘strategic depth’, a key trade route

The recent visit of Afghanistan’s acting foreign minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, to India marked another step in New Delhi’s gradual recalibration of ties with the Taliban leadership in Kabul. This aligns with how India has been reassessing its terms of engagement with the Taliban even before the militia regained power…

The Independent UK

Voices: Today is International Day of the Girl – have you stopped reading yet?

COMMENT: As high-profile authors from Judy Blume to Margaret Atwood become part of US book bans and the next generation of young women report feeling under attack more than ever before, Victoria Harper, chair of the charity Inspiring Girls UK, explains why it’s worth taking a minute to reflect on…

The Independent UK

Indian state leader says girls should not go out at night after alleged rape of student

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee’s comments spark backlash

The Independent UK

Pakistan and Afghanistan border closure extends into second day after deadly clashes

Officials say the closure of border crossings for bilateral trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan has extended into a second day after deadly weekend clashes spiked tensions

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