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After years of fighting, US & Afghan officials have reached the conclusion that a deal with Taliban is the only way.

Tehran denies nuclear weapons ambitions, despite having 2,800 centrifuges in place.

Russian interior ministry says Hizbut Tahrir trying to capitalise on an insurgency in Russia’s North Caucasus region.

Though bin Laden is dead, non-state actors still present a threat, says US admiral.

Move seen as a potential breakthrough in stalled peace negotiations before withdrawal of US-led Nato troops in 2014.

Afghanistan facing dilemma between exploiting resources that can make it rich, preserving its archaeological heritage.

The Petraeus scandal has had more twists and turns than a Hollywood thriller.

Ambassador says despite reorientation in Beijing’s policies, ties with neighbours to remain the same

Gen Joseph Dunford says unstable Afghanistan would be of significant risk to Pakistan.

Afghanistan has been pushing Pakistan to release Afghan Taliban captives who could provide leverage in any peace talks

“All those that are being freed are not members of Taliban any more," says a Taliban official.

General Dunford unsatisfied with efforts by Pakistan to stem flow of IEDs.

Pakistan has agreed in principle to release all the prisoners demanded by the Afghan government.

Mursi will have a packed schedule upon arrival in Islamabad on Nov 22.

Treasury Department places sanctions on Mullah Barich, freezing any assets within US' jurisdiction.

Afghanistan leads the list of deportees with 19,881, India comes in second with 1,426.

Hammami has been releasing rap songs in English on the Internet since 2009 as a recruitment tool.

Obama to visit Myanmar next week, prisoners to be released in an apparent goodwill gesture.

China's seven-member leadership team unveiled, Xi Jinping to head party, Li Keqiang his deputy.

Abhishek, Amitabh Bachan suffer minor injuries in rowdy crowds.

Kumar appreciates government’s efforts.

Overall voluntary repatriation trends indicate a 34% increase this year.

Eight Taliban prisoners released in response to Afghan govt request.

Obama says in a press conference that national security was not compromised, but law enforcement says otherwise.

ISAF General Carter says both ISAF and Pakistan are committed to peace and security on Afghan-Pakistan border.

The Pakistan-sponsored resolution was co-sponsored by a record 75 countries‚ and was adopted with consensus.

Iran reportedly increase number of centrifuges in an underground nuclear plant by nearly a third in three months.

Crown jewels on display at palace include a solid gold crown and Koh-i-Nur ("Mountain of Light") diamond.

Suu Kyi's invitation is an attempt by Singh's government to repair a damaged relationship between the two countries.

Bales faces 16 counts of murder, 6 of attempted murder, 7 of assault, 2 of using drugs and one of drinking alcohol.

Senior Pakistani Army official says no decision yet if former Afghan Taliban second in command would be released.

The phone is called Ustad Mobile (Mobile Teacher) and provides national curriculum courses in both national languages.

Panetta says he is demoting four-star Army general for wasting taxpayer money on extravagant trips.

Militant commander says since faction is part of the Afghan Taliban it must act in unison in any peace process.

Says scheme ensures poverty alleviation, women’s empowerment.

Pakist­an’s Foreig­n Office says it didn't receiv­e any offici­al commun­icatio­n from their counte­rparts in Dhaka.

African markets are predicted to grow at 18 per cent in comparison to the world average of 11 per cent.

The party congress, held every 5 years, brings together 2,000 top leaders to decide on future policy and leadership.

France says will study arming Syria rebels once govt formed.

US congressman Dennis Kucinich says use of US drones abroad has virtually no Congressional or judicial oversight.

Each robot costs approximately Rs 10-15 million and is operated by a team of experts.

Policy advisers tells Sheikh Hasina it is unwise to visit Pakistan unless Islamabad offers formal apology for 1971.

Dead include six members of a family who were making firecrackers for the festival of Diwali.

FBI uncover trove of 30,000 pages of correspondence between Allen and Jill Kelley.

The Times has reaffirmed support for Mark Thompson, while he says the scandals at BBC would not affect his new job.

The three victims "were passing by at the time of the attack and were hit by shrapnel" from one of the rockets.

Panetta says the resignation was 'very sad situation to have very distinguished career like that end in this...

General Allen submits range of recommendations that are being studied by top officials at White House and Pentagon.

PM Ashraf hopes that the visit will result in close ties.

Commonwealth soldiers who died during WWII rest in peace at the Karachi War Cemetery.