Politics

Indian PM Defends Kashmir Changes In Independence Day Speech

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that revoking Indian-administered Kashmir of its special status will restore the region to its "past glory" and play an "important role" in the country's development.

‘We Stand With You,’ Pakistani Leaders Tell Kashmiris As Country Marks Independence Day

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan will spend the country's August 14 Independence Day in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

Afghanistan's Fate 'Can't Be Decided Outside,' President Says

Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has rejected foreign interference and called for the presidential election to be held next month as planned, amid talks between the United States and the Taliban aimed at bringing the nearly 18-year war in Afghanistan to an end.

Who's Who Among The Afghan Presidential Candidates

A former warlord and Taliban official are among the 17 candidates -- many of whom have controversial backgrounds -- vying to become Afghanistan’s next president in an election scheduled for September.

AI Calls On Taliban To Stop Attacking Presidential Campaign

Pakistani Opposition Cries Foul After Losing Bid To Oust Senate Chairman

Opposition politicians in Pakistan are outraged over losing a no-confidence motion against the head of the Senate or upper house of Pakistani Parliament.

Afghan Presidential Candidates Face Election Uncertainty, Campaign Controversy, And Danger

Afghanistan’s presidential election campaign has kicked off but has been overshadowed by allegations of abuse of power and doubts over whether the vote will take place amid peace talks with the Taliban.

In Pakistan, Political Standoff Switches Into High Gear

Political temperatures in Pakistan are rapidly rising as the opposition takes to the streets and the government doubles down on stifling dissent and imprisoning its critics amid rising economic troubles.

Arrests Amid Opposition’s ‘Black Day’ Protests In Pakistan

In an escalating crackdown, Pakistani police have arrested scores of opposition activists as most major political parties united in marking July 25 as a “black day” to protest what they say were rigged elections on the same day last year.

Afghan Official: Taliban Can Take Part In Presidential Election If Peace Talks Start

The Taliban can take part in the September 28 presidential election if they start negotiations with the Afghan government, a spokesman for Afghani Chief Executive Officer Abdullah Abdullah told local media outlet Tolo News on July 24.

Security Fears Loom Over Afghan Presidential Election Campaign

Days ahead of the formal start of campaigning for this year’s presidential election in Afghanistan, candidates and their supporters are concerned about the growing security challenges in the country.