The two countries call for de-escalation after deadly clashes erupt apparently over river water-sharing dispute.

The two countries call for de-escalation after deadly clashes erupt apparently over river water-sharing dispute.
Taliban crackdown on Afghan women’s rights could constitute gender persecution under the ICC, rights groups say.
Kabir has been associated with Taliban leadership since 2006, when Mullah Omar appointed him as a military commander.
‘Discriminatory and unlawful measures’ restrict Afghan women’s and girls’ participation in public life, report says.
The two neighbours ‘reaffirm their desire to pursue continuous and practical engagement’ in bilateral talks.
The meeting is taking place following the Chinese and Afghan foreign ministers’ arrival in Islamabad.
Taliban’s interim foreign minister gets UN clearance to travel for meeting with counterparts in Pakistan.
Talks will include diplomatic envoys and aid donors as the UN plans to press the Taliban to ease restrictions on women.
A UN spokesperson stressed that recognition won’t be discussed after comments by the deputy UN chief sparked concern.
Senior UN official says meeting could include talks on ‘baby steps’ towards international recognition of the Taliban.
Special inspector says oversight has been hindered by State Department’s ‘persistent refusal’ to provide information.
Diplomats also urge warring sides in Sudan to end hostilities and demanded Taliban reverse ban on women working for UN.
UN says negative consequences of the crisis for Afghan people will be the responsibility of the de facto authorities
White House says while Joe Biden wanted to end war, lack of planning by Donald Trump ‘severely constrained’ options.