Tensions high after Pakistan launches cross-border attacks into Afghanistan
Pakistan conducts air attacks in Afghanistan amid rising tensions, with Taliban firing back and Afghan government condemning civilian casualties.
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Suicide Bombers Raid Pakistan Army Base Near Afghan Border, Kill 7
Suicide bombing and gun attack at Pakistani army base near Afghan border kills seven soldiers.
Pandemic left much of the world on lower human development trajectory
Global inequalities in recovery from pandemic exacerbate by other challenges like climate change and political divisions, according to recent U.N. report.
India conducts first test flight of domestically developed missile that can carry multiple warheads
India tests new missile with multiple warheads amid strategic competition with China and ongoing development of missile systems.
India moves to implement controversial citizenship bill that excludes Muslims | CNN
India enforces citizenship bill excluding Muslims, causing religious tensions.
No religion has a 'right not to be offended', says security minister
Security minister emphasizes all religions have the right to be challenged amid concerns of extremism.