The Syrian deputy foreign minister says repeated Israeli attacks and acts of aggression pose serious threats to peace and security in the Middle East.

The Pentagon has announced it will send another 1,000 American troops to Afghanistan to help secure Kabul’s airport.

The UN says Palestinian children need education as well as security.

Afghan president says remobilizing the country's national security forces is a top priority, adding, consultations are ongoing to end the war across Afghanistan.

India tightens security in Kashmir on the second anniversary of New Delhi’s imposition of direct rule on the disputed region and as local groups are calling for a shutdown to mark a “black day.”

Iranian embassy in Kabul tells citizens to immediately leave Afghan cities amid security risks.

Russia says Daesh militants are moving into Afghanistan from several countries, stressing that it will bolster Tajikistan's military with weapons, equipment, and training amid the "deteriorating" situation in Afghanistan.

South Africa’s former President Jacob Zuma seeks a further delay in his arms deal corruption trial.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warns of a risk of the violence in Afghanistan spilling over to neighboring countries, as the Taliban militant group increases its activities in the war-ravaged country.

An Iranian army commander has assured that the situation is normal along the border with Afghanistan where the Taliban is making gains, stressing that "full security" prevails in the region.