Afghanistan–Pakistan Border War: A new report says Pakistan’s “open war” launched in February has kept civilians in the crossfire, with airstrikes and raids killing women and children, destroying homes, and driving repeated displacement—while survivors and rights groups warn of weak accountability and lack of transparent investigations. Health & Polio: WHO says Afghanistan could eliminate wild polio within 12 months if vaccination is paired with stronger routine immunization and a better healthcare system, noting new access in previously hard-to-reach areas. Aid Crunch: WHO reports hundreds of health facilities have closed or suspended services since 2025 due to funding shortages, cutting care for millions; UN Women adds that women’s groups have lost access to life-saving support after major global funding cuts. Water Stress in Kabul: UN reporting highlights worsening drinking-water shortages in Afghanistan’s capital, with UN-Habitat warning of severe regional water stress. Agriculture Cooperation: Afghanistan and India move to deepen ties via a joint agricultural working group, with requests for seed technology and agri-technical support. Cement for Self-Sufficiency: Taliban officials inaugurated construction of a second Jabal al-Seraj cement plant in Parwan, aiming to boost domestic supply and reduce imports. Security Claim in Badakhshan: Afghanistan’s NRF claimed an overnight attack on a Taliban brigade in Ragh district, saying Taliban personnel were killed and injured (independent verification not available). Smartphone Ban Impact: A report describes how Taliban restrictions on smartphones are disrupting remote medical help and urgent coordination for families and midwives across Afghanistan.