Final round of 1405 Kankor exam concludes in Afghanistan (opens original article in a new tab)

Afghanistan remains among the least peaceful countries in the 2026 Global Peace Index, while an Islamic Emirate delegation prepares to discuss refugee returns with the EU, and religious leaders in Herat call for unity amid recent protests.

• Afghanistan ranked 157th out of 163 countries in the 2026 Global Peace Index, remaining among the least peaceful nations.
• Afghan Islamic Emirate delegation prepares to meet EU in Belgium to discuss refugee returns, with visa process described as 'somewhat complicated' by EU officials.
• Religious scholars in Herat urge unity and caution against protests, emphasizing the need for stability and dialogue over disruptive actions.
• Herat police confirm no violence during recent protest, noting some online images were misleading or digitally altered.