INTERNATIONAL

Afghan women demand rights as Taliban seek recognition

KABUL, Afghanistan — A small group of Afghan women protested near the presidential palace in Kabul on Friday, demanding equal rights from the Taliban… Read more

New Zealand police kill ‘terrorist’ after he stabs 6 people

WELLINGTON, New Zealand  — New Zealand authorities were so worried about an extremist inspired by the Islamic State group they were following him around-the-clock… Read more

Those left in Afghanistan complain of broken US promises

KABUL, Afghanistan — Even in the final days of Washington’s chaotic airlift in Afghanistan, Javed Habibi was getting phone calls from the U.S. government… Read more

Resistance leader’s death deepens Kashmir strife

NEW DELHI — The death of a top separatist leader in disputed Kashmir and the ensuing crackdown on public movement and communications by Indian authorities… Read more

Last troops exit Afghanistan, ending America’s longest war

WASHINGTON  — The United States has completed its withdrawal from Afghanistan, ending America’s longest war and closing a chapter in military history… Read more

War is over but not Biden’s Afghanistan challenges

WASHINGTON — With the final stream of U.S. cargo planes soaring over the peaks of the Hindu Kush, President Joe Biden fulfilled a campaign promise… Read more

Victorious Taliban focus on governing after US withdrawal

KABUL, Afghanistan — The Taliban reveled in their victory after the American withdrawal from Afghanistan, reiterating their pledge Tuesday to bring… Read more

US aims start to Bali bombing war crimes case at Guantanamo

NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba  — Three prisoners at the Guantanamo Bay detention center are expected to get their first day in court after being… Read more