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Even in Khartoum, where there is no longer fighting, the humanitarian situation is dire.

Fighting between the Taliban and Pakistani forces intensified in February, with many civilians killed in air raids.

Atletico Madrid midfielder Cardoso is the latest name in the growing list of injured players for tournament cohosts USA.

About 30 people wounded in blast in town of Sarai Naurang, in Lakki Marwat district, northwestern Pakistan.