VOA Farsi Launches Radio Broadcasts in Iran Amid 2026 Protests: How to Access News Without Internet During Crackdown Posted by Pashto Times Staff | January 11, 2026 | Categories: Middle East News, Iran Protests, Human Rights, International Politics In the midst of Iran's largest anti-government protests since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, Voice of America (VOA) Farsi has announced a groundbreaking move to deliver uncensored news directly to Iranians via traditional radio waves. As internet blackouts and censorship grip the nation, this new AM radio broadcast on 1548 kHz offers a lifeline for those seeking reliable information on the ongoing Iran protests 2026, US President Donald Trump's position on Iran, and international reactions to the economic crisis fueling the unrest. For readers in Iran, Afghanistan, and the global diaspora—including Pashto-speaking communities concerned about regional stability—this development highlights innovative ways to bypass intern...
Who is Rahmanullah Lakanwal? — Pashto Times Who is Rahmanullah Lakanwal? Unraveling the Life of the 29-Year-Old Afghan Suspect in the 2025 DC National Guard Shooting Published: November 27, 2025 · Pashto Times · By Samiullah Khatir SEO: Rahmanullah Lakanwal • DC National Guard shooting • Operation Allies Welcome • Afghan immigrant On November 26, 2025, two National Guard members were ambushed and shot near the White House. The suspect was identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal , a 29-year-old Afghan national. This profile compiles verified public information on his background, immigration path, and the developing federal investigation. Early life in Afghanistan: roots in Khost Province Born February 9, 1996, in Khost Province, Lakanwal grew up in a rural, Pashtun society shaped by decades of conflict. The family name appears linked to localities in Khost (sometimes transcribed variably), and his ...