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Russian commander sentenced to 15 years for POW crimes

In a groundbreaking war crimes case, a Ukrainian court has sentenced Russian military commander Dmitry Kurashov to 15 years imprisonment for brutal treatment of prisoners of war, marking a significant moment in accountability for wartime atrocities.

Russian soldier jailed for POW killing in Ukraine

In a landmark ruling, a Ukrainian court has sentenced a Russian soldier to 12 years imprisonment for the execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war, setting a crucial precedent for wartime justice.

Cheney's Deathbed Confession: Iraq War About Oil

In a shocking deathbed revelation, former US Vice President Dick Cheney reportedly confessed that the 2003 Iraq invasion was primarily motivated by oil interests, contradicting years of official denials about Halliburton's role.

BBC's banned nuclear war drama director dies at 90

Discover the untold story of 'The War Game', the groundbreaking BBC drama so horrifyingly realistic about nuclear attack consequences that it was banned for 20 years, as its director passes away aged 90.

6.3 Quake Kills 20 in Afghanistan

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck western Afghanistan, claiming at least 20 lives and leaving hundreds more injured as rescue teams race against time in the devastated region.

Afghanistan earthquake damages historic Blue Mosque

A powerful 4.7 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan, causing panic and damage near the historic Blue Mosque. Emergency services rush to assess structural damage as aftershocks continue.

War hero teacher faces jail over student relationship

A former soldier who retrained as a teacher after being injured in Afghanistan faces prison after admitting to an inappropriate relationship with a 16-year-old pupil at the prestigious school where he taught.

Pakistan strikes Afghanistan after border attack kills soldiers

Tensions escalate as Pakistan launches retaliatory airstrikes targeting militant positions in Afghanistan, following a cross-border assault that claimed the lives of seven Pakistani troops. The Taliban confirms civilian casualties amid rising regional ins

Afghan war crimes whistleblower sentenced

A former Australian Army lawyer who exposed alleged Afghan war crimes receives suspended sentence in Sydney court, sparking debate about whistleblower protections.

Afghanistan internet restored after 3-day blackout

After a devastating three-day nationwide internet blackout, Afghanistan's digital lifeline has been restored. The Taliban's surprise shutdown sparked international condemnation and crippled daily life across the country.

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