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Afghanistan: 52 civilians killed in border clashes with Pakistan

Afghanistan: 52 civilians killed in border clashes with Pakistan

Death toll on both sides climbs to 78, including soldiers

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Trump hints he might intervene to help end Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes
27.02.2026

Trump hints he might intervene to help end Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes

'Well, I would. I get along with Pakistan, as you know, very well,' US president says amid deadly clashes between neighboring countries

US, Japan, Philippines conclude week-long joint military drill in South China Sea
27.02.2026

US, Japan, Philippines conclude week-long joint military drill in South China Sea

Philippine military says joint exercise 'underscores the sustained commitment of partner forces to enhance interoperability, reinforce maritime security, and improve Maritime Domain Awareness in the region'

Canadian prime minister begins three-nation Asia trip with India
27.02.2026

Canadian prime minister begins three-nation Asia trip with India

Mark Carney's visit marks a 'significant step in further strengthening' India–Canada ties, says New Delhi

TIMELINE - How Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions reached a breaking point
27.02.2026

TIMELINE - How Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions reached a breaking point

Latest confrontation marks one of the most serious flare-ups in recent months between neighboring countries

Russia fines Google $206M for unpaid penalties
27.02.2026

Russia fines Google $206M for unpaid penalties

New penalty marks latest in series of legal actions Moscow takes against US tech firm for failing to remove allegedly prohibited content and turn over Russian user data