Politics News

US Will Be Forced to Reinvade Afghanistan, Says Top US Senator Lindsey Graham

Graham referenced the Taliban's close ties with Al Qaeda and said the existing regime would cause enough turmoil to force US troops back in.

Sep 7, 2021

By Nirmeeti Patole

Battle for Panjshir in Balance as Taliban Use Advanced US Weapons

The NRF claimed to have killed 600 Taliban fighters, but the Taliban claimed it was on the brink of victory.

Sep 6, 2021

By IBTimes APAC Desk

BBC Peddling Pak Fiction? Christine Fair Cut off by Channel For Saying Pakistan Supports Taliban

"You are doing their propaganda work," the South Asia expert told the presenter before being cut off.

Sep 5, 2021

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Saudi Arabia Foils Suspected Houthi Missile Attack on Eastern Oil Region

There was no impact on facilities belonging to state-controlled oil giant Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabian officials said.

Sep 5, 2021

By Reuters

Lauren Boebert Gets Dragged on Twitter After Crediting John Adams for Samuel Adams Quote

Lauren Boebert misattributed a quote by founding father and contemporary beer icon Samuel Adams to John Adams, the second president of the United States.

Sep 4, 2021

By Manthan C.

Google Locks Afghan Government Email Accounts; Will Microsoft Do So?

The move comes amid fears that the Taliban are hunting for details of ex-ministers, government contractors, tribal allies and foreign partners.

Sep 4, 2021

By Reuters

China Eyes Outsize Role in Afghanistan as Mullah Baradar Set to Form Taliban Government

Experts say China will aim to control a factionalized government in order to push its economic interests in Afghanistan.

Sep 3, 2021

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Proud Boys, Oath Keepers and Other Far Right Groups Plan Sept. 18 Capitol Rally; DC on Edge

Officials mull bringing back the temporary fencing around the Capitol complex ahead of the Sept. 18 rally in support of the jailed Jan. 6 rioters.

Sep 2, 2021

By Nirmeeti Patole

America is Ending the Business of Remaking Other Countries: Joe Biden

Biden, however, says Washington would continue to target militants who posed a threat to the United States.

Sep 1, 2021

By Reuters

Trump Rips Into 'Feeble-Brained' Biden Over US Weapons Lost in Afghanistan

Trump insists that all US equipment, which cost $85 billion, should be immediately returned to the country.

Aug 31, 2021

By Nirmeeti Patole

20,000 Protesters Hit DC Streets Marking Anniversary of 1963 March on Washington

Protesters holding "Black Lives Matter" flags and signs called for federal legislation to protect voting rights.

Aug 29, 2021

By Reuters

Time's Up CEO Tina Tchen Steps Down Amid Backlash Over Her Connection to Cuomo Scandal

The former Obama adviser faced mounting pressure to step aside over her role in helping New York's ex-governor navigate sexual harassment allegations.

Aug 27, 2021

By Nirmeeti Patole