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US military says Kabul strike targeting ISIS-K may have led to ‘additional casualties’ amid reports that family of 9 perished

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The US Central Command has said it is investigating reports that civilians were killed as a result of its strike on an alleged ISIS-K vehicle in Kabul. It has been reported that an entire family perished in the operation. … Read More >US military says Kabul strike targeting ISIS-K may have led to ‘additional casualties’ amid reports that family of 9 perished

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Several rockets target Kabul airport, US military activate missile defenses to repel attack – reports

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Five rockets have reportedly been launched towards Kabul airport, which is the focal point of the US evacuation from Afghanistan. The missiles were shot down by an air defense system, media report, citing US officials. … Read More >Several rockets target Kabul airport, US military activate missile defenses to repel attack – reports

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Turkey poised to recognize Taliban as Afghanistan’s govt, expected to sign deal to operate Kabul airport after US exit – reports

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NATO member Turkey is reportedly nearing a deal to recognize Afghanistan’s Taliban government and operate the Kabul airport in partnership with Qatar, paving the way for the Islamist group to attract foreign aid and investment. … Read More >Turkey poised to recognize Taliban as Afghanistan’s govt, expected to sign deal to operate Kabul airport after US exit – reports

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US airstrike hits suicide bomber vehicle posing ‘imminent threat’ to Kabul airport – Pentagon

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The US has struck alleged suicide bombers in the Afghan capital, Kabul, according to the Taliban and a Pentagon spokesman. The strike hit a vehicle laden with explosives, apparently bound for the airport. … Read More >US airstrike hits suicide bomber vehicle posing ‘imminent threat’ to Kabul airport – Pentagon

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US embassy in Afghanistan urges Americans to avoid traveling to Kabul airport due to ‘specific, credible threat’

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As the US evacuation effort in Afghanistan draws to a close, the US embassy in Kabul has warned of a “specific” and “credible” threat for the area around the airport, urging citizens to stay clear of the air hub. … Read More >US embassy in Afghanistan urges Americans to avoid traveling to Kabul airport due to ‘specific, credible threat’

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Israel strikes Gaza in retaliation for incendiary balloon attacks by Hamas & border clashes

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Israeli jets carried out airstrikes in Gaza late Saturday after arson balloons sent from the Hamas-controlled enclave caused two fires inside Israel and clashes broke out on the border, leaving 11 Palestinians injured. … Read More >Israel strikes Gaza in retaliation for incendiary balloon attacks by Hamas & border clashes

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‘Clear attack on Afghan territory’: Taliban condemns US strike allegedly targeting ISIS ‘planner’ behind deadly Kabul blast

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The Taliban has strongly condemned a US drone strike in retaliation for the Kabul airport suicide bombing, calling it a “clear attack” on Afghan soil. The US claimed an ISIS-K “planner” behind the blast was killed in the strike. … Read More >‘Clear attack on Afghan territory’: Taliban condemns US strike allegedly targeting ISIS ‘planner’ behind deadly Kabul blast

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Iran can respond to America’s ‘other options’, top official replies after Biden says he’s ready to act should diplomacy fail

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US President Joe Biden said the US can turn to “other options” should negotiations with Iran fail. A senior Iranian official responded, saying it’s an illegal threat and that Tehran has the right to respond in kind. … Read More >Iran can respond to America’s ‘other options’, top official replies after Biden says he’s ready to act should diplomacy fail

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Civilians were allegedly shot & killed by US forces during Kabul airport bombing mayhem, eyewitnesses tell BBC

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Some of the dozens of civilians reportedly killed in a suicide blast outside Kabul’s airport may have been shot by US soldiers amid the chaos caused by the deadly explosion, according to the BBC. … Read More >Civilians were allegedly shot & killed by US forces during Kabul airport bombing mayhem, eyewitnesses tell BBC