United States & Afghanistan
82 shared events · Importance 12 · Last updated May 16, 2026
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Domestic
United States: The United States government, under the United States — Presidency of Donald Trump, implemented and partially exempted a policy pausing visa and green card applications from certain countries, affecting thousands of immigrants and the healthcare sector.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan is one of the countries whose citizens are affected by the visa and green card pause, with the policy partly stemming from an incident involving an Afghan citizen.
May 08, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States: The United States' sanctions have caused a slowdown in investment in Iran — Chabahar Port, and its policies are blamed by Abbas Araghchi for regional instability.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan is mentioned as a beneficiary of Iran — Chabahar Port, which serves as India's gateway to the country.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States: Pakistan has been engaged in diplomacy to bring the United States and Iran to the table to end their war, which is a separate but related diplomatic effort.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan participated in peace talks with Pakistan, mediated by China, to resolve cross-border fighting. Afghanistan denies harboring militants and has accused Pakistan of civilian casualties from airstrikes.
Apr 01, 2026 · 73 articles
International
United States: The United States, under President Donald Trump, was nearing a deadline to escalate conflict with Iran. It acknowledged China's top-level role in securing the truce, which could smooth Trump's upcoming visit to Beijing.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan was mentioned as a participant in peace talks hosted by China with Pakistan.
Apr 09, 2026 · 12 articles
International
United States: The United States, along with Israel, initiated the conflict with Iran, leading to a naval blockade and economic pressure. Its actions have significantly disrupted global energy supplies and trade.
Afghanistan: Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, is experiencing a severe water crisis, which is unrelated to the main geopolitical events.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan's interim Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi is expected to join a trilateral meeting in Beijing with China and Pakistan to discuss regional peace and security.
May 18, 2025 · 6 articles
Domestic
Afghanistan: Afghanistan is one of the twelve countries whose citizens are prevented from entering the United States due to the travel ban.
Jun 05, 2025 · 7 articles
Domestic
Afghanistan: Afghanistan is one of 12 countries already affected by the existing travel ban.
Jun 15, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan ranks lowest on the Henley Passport Index, with its passport holders having visa-free access to the fewest countries.
Jul 22, 2025 · 10 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan as a nation is experiencing a worsening water crisis, particularly in its capital Afghanistan — Kabul, exacerbated by climate change, decades of conflict, and governance failures. The country's global isolation and sanctions hinder its ability to address the crisis.
Jul 05, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Afghanistan: Afghanistan remains the world's weakest passport at No. 106, offering visa-free access to just 24 destinations.
Oct 14, 2025 · 9 articles
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