The Taliban will not extend an August 31 deadline for Western forces to leave Afghanistan, two sources in the regime told Reuters on Monday.
The sources, however, said no Western government or official had approached the Taliban to extend the deadline.
More details to follow.
At least 31 killed after crane falls on train in Thailand
A train derailed in northeastern Thailand on Wednesday after a construction crane fell on two of its carriages, killing at least 31 people and injuring 64, the Health Ministry said.
US expected to unveil post-war Gaza leadership, sources say
US President Donald Trump is expected on Wednesday to push ahead with his phased plan for Gaza's future by announcing the administration that will run the war-ravaged Palestinian territory, four Palestinian sources said.
Russia detains top doctors at Siberian hospital after nine babies die
Authorities in Russia have detained the chief doctor and acting head of the intensive care unit at a Siberian maternity hospital after nine newborn babies died in just a few days earlier this month, investigators said on Wednesday.
Japan PM readies snap election, February 8 ballot eyed
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South Korea prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-president Yoon over martial law
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