Monday, 26 October 2026 | 4 Aqrab 1405 (Afghan Solar Hijri Calendar)
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Afghanistan
1. Magnitude 5.2 Earthquake Strikes the Hindu Kush; Tremors Felt in Kabul
26 October 2026
An earthquake measuring 5.2 in magnitude struck the Hindu Kush region, with tremors felt in parts of Kabul. At the time of reporting, no confirmed information about casualties or structural damage had been released.
Source: Khaama Press.
2. Reports of Experienced Instructors Dismissed from Afghanistan’s National Police Academy
26 October 2026
Amu TV reported that 15 experienced instructors had been dismissed from Afghanistan’s National Police Academy. The report cited informed sources, but official details about the reasons for the dismissals and the appointment of replacements were not available.
Source: Amu TV. The report requires further independent verification.
3. UN: Restrictions on Female Aid Workers Continue to Obstruct Humanitarian Access
25 October 2026
According to a Khaama Press report citing the United Nations, restrictions imposed on female humanitarian workers and interference in relief operations have made it more difficult for aid organisations to reach people in need. The report referred to 30 access-related incidents recorded in September.
Source: Khaama Press.
4. Pakistan Auctions Hundreds of Containers Carrying Afghan Traders’ Goods at Karachi Port
25 October 2026
Reports indicate that Pakistan’s customs authorities put hundreds of containers carrying Afghan traders’ goods up for auction at Karachi Port. Storage costs, delays in transporting goods and transit difficulties have been cited among the factors increasing financial losses for Afghan traders.
Source: Khaama Press and Pajhwok Afghan News.
5. Kandahar Pomegranate Growers Struggle with Drought and Falling Prices
25 October 2026
Pomegranate growers in Kandahar are facing water shortages, declining prices and difficulties accessing export markets. Potential reductions in production, combined with rising agricultural costs, are putting pressure on the incomes of families dependent on horticulture.
Source: Pajhwok Afghan News.
6. Kabul Family Seeks Assistance to Treat Blind Twin Daughters
25 October 2026
Pajhwok Afghan News reported that a family in Kabul was seeking assistance to obtain treatment for its two blind twin daughters. The case highlights the difficulties low-income families face in accessing healthcare.
Source: Pajhwok Afghan News.
7. Iran Seeks to Remove Obstacles to Exports to Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iraq
25 October 2026
Iran has said it is working to reduce transport and logistical obstacles affecting exports to Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iraq. Disruptions to trade routes and rising transportation costs continue to affect regional commerce.
Source: Pajhwok Afghan News and Khaama Press.
8. Pakistan Warns Against Attacks Launched from Afghan Territory
26 October 2026
According to reports, Pakistan’s Parliamentary Affairs Minister Tariq Fazal Chaudhry warned that Islamabad would take action if Afghan territory were used to launch attacks against Pakistan. The statement comes amid continuing security tensions between the two countries.
Source: Khaama Press.
9. Afghan Migrants Report Alleged Mistreatment by Turkish Border Forces
26 October 2026
Khaama Press reported that some Afghan migrants detained near the Iran–Türkiye border complained of beatings and mistreatment by Turkish security personnel. Independent details about the number of people affected and an official response from Turkish authorities were not available in the report.
Source: Khaama Press.
Region and the World
1. Brazil: Lula da Silva Wins Presidential Election
26 October 2026
Reports announced the victory of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in the presidential election. Details concerning the final results, vote percentages and the opposing candidate’s response should be checked against official statements from Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court and other reliable news sources.
Source: Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court and Reuters.
2. China: Fifth Plenum of the Communist Party’s Central Committee Begins
26 October 2026
Reports indicate that the fifth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China has opened in Beijing and is expected to last four days. Topics reportedly include party discipline, anti-corruption measures, governance and the implementation of leadership decisions.
Source: Reuters and the Associated Press.
3. France: Protests Continue Over Government Policies and the Cost of Living
25 October 2026
Media reports describe demonstrations and public gatherings in France. Rising living costs and the government’s economic and social policies have been identified as key sources of discontent. Further verification of the original reports is necessary to establish the number of participants, arrests and the role of trade unions.
Source: Pajhwok Afghan News. Further independent verification is required.
4. United States and Uzbekistan Sign Agreements Worth $12 Billion
26 October 2026
According to Khaama Press, the United States and Uzbekistan have signed agreements valued at a total of $12 billion. The specific economic sectors covered and the implementation timetable should be verified against official documents.
Source: Khaama Press.
5. Democratic Republic of the Congo: Healthcare Worker Reportedly Killed During Ebola Response
25 October 2026
A report stated that one healthcare worker was killed and another injured during activities to combat Ebola in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Insecurity in affected areas poses serious risks to healthcare personnel and the delivery of medical services. Further details should be checked against the original report.
Source: Associated Press. Further verification is required.
6. Asian Markets Trade Cautiously Ahead of Central Bank Decisions
26 October 2026
Asian stock markets traded cautiously ahead of important central bank decisions. Expectations surrounding interest rates and the outlook for the global economy influenced investor behaviour. Precise market indices and daily movements should be verified against the original financial reports.
Source: Reuters.
7. Gold Prices Respond to Interest Rate Expectations
26 October 2026
Market reports indicated that gold prices were responding to investor expectations concerning possible decisions by the United States Federal Reserve. Interest rates, the value of the US dollar and developments in energy markets are among the factors influencing gold prices. Exact price figures require verification against current market data.
Source: Reuters. Exact figures require further verification.
8. Israel: Demonstrations Against Netanyahu’s Government Ahead of Parliamentary Elections
25 October 2026
Media reports described demonstrations involving thousands of people protesting against Benjamin Netanyahu’s government ahead of parliamentary elections. The protests took place amid domestic political divisions and public dissatisfaction with the government’s performance.
Source: Pajhwok Afghan News and Khaama Press.
Communist Parties, Labour Movements and Progressive Forces
1. Bangladesh: Communist Party Calls for Workers’ Rights and Protection of National Interests
25 October 2026
The Communist Party of Bangladesh has intensified its activities against agreements it considers threats to economic independence and national interests. The party has also emphasised workers’ rights, government accountability and the protection of Bangladeshi citizens abroad. The party and other left-wing forces have opposed certain trade agreements and the transfer of control over important economic facilities to foreign companies.
Source: International Communist Press (ICP).
2. China: Communist Party Meeting Focuses on Party Discipline and Anti-Corruption
26 October 2026
The fifth plenary session of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China is reportedly addressing governance, the implementation of party decisions, cadre oversight and anti-corruption measures. The meeting is an important event in the party’s internal political calendar. Its agenda and decisions should be checked against official documents and reliable media reports.
Source: Reuters and the Associated Press.
3. France’s Labour Movement: Opposition to Rising Living Costs and Government Policies
25 October 2026
Ongoing protests in France have once again placed economic pressures and social discontent at the centre of political debate. However, any specific calls for action attributed to the General Confederation of Labour (CGT) or other trade unions should be verified directly through their official statements.
Source: Pajhwok Afghan News. Further verification of trade union activity is required.
Compiled by: Yama Afghan