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Afghanistan
Afghan Strongman Defeats New Zealand Opponent at World Nomad Games
DID Press: Zmiruddin Hafizi, a member of Afghanistan’s national Zurkhaneh sports team, defeated his New Zealand opponent at the 2026 World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan. Hafizi competed in the 90-kg category early Saturday and secured a 4–3 victory over the…
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Afghanistan
Pakistan, Sri Lanka Seize 671 kg of Methamphetamine Linked to Afghanistan
DID Press: Pakistan’s Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) says it has helped dismantle a transnational drug-trafficking network linked to Afghanistan after authorities seized a combined 671 kg of methamphetamine in operations at ports in Karachi and Colombo. According to the ANF, 200…
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Economy
UK Chancellor Warns Iran War Is Putting Pressure on Global Economy
DID Press: UK Chancellor John Healey has warned that the continuing war between the United States and Iran is placing significant pressure on Britain and the global economy, with rising energy prices threatening to fuel inflation and weaken economic growth.…
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Government
Top US Military Officials Face Polygraph Tests Over Iran War Leaks
DID Press: Around 50 U.S. military and civilian officials underwent polygraph tests in August as part of an investigation into leaks concerning U.S. munitions shortages during the war with Iran, according to U.S. media reports. The New York Times reported…
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Afghanistan
Mujahid Urges West to Change Wartime Policies Toward Afghanistan
DID Press: Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Taliban government, has called on Western countries that were involved in the war in Afghanistan to change their wartime policies and expand diplomatic engagement with Kabul, saying Afghanistan seeks balanced relations with all…
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Economy
US Diesel Prices Hit Record $5.85 per Gallon
DID Press: The average price of diesel in the United States reached a record $5.85 per gallon on Friday, surpassing the previous high recorded in June 2022, according to AAA data. Diesel is a major fuel source for freight transportation,…
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Afghanistan
Pakistan Recalls Ambassador From Kabul for Consultations
DID Press: Pakistan has recalled its ambassador to Kabul, Ubaid Ur Rehman Nizamani, to Islamabad for consultations amid growing concerns over security developments in Afghanistan. After returning to Islamabad, Nizamani met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq…
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Government
Pakistan Army: 12 Members of Baloch Armed Group Killed
DID Press: Pakistani military said it killed 12 members of a Baloch insurgent group during an intelligence-based operation in Kalat district of Balochistan province. The military also said it foiled another attack in the Kachi Bag area, reporting that several…
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Afghanistan
United Front Claims Killing of Two Taliban Members in Helmand
DID Press: Afghanistan United Front has claimed that its forces killed two members of the Taliban’s Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice in Nawa district of Helmand province. The Taliban has not commented on the claim.The…
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Afghanistan
Afghanistan Warns of Heavy Rain, Flash Floods in 10 Provinces
DID Press: Afghanistan’s Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rainfall and possible flash floods in 10 provinces over the next day, urging residents in vulnerable areas to take precautions. The provinces at risk are Badakhshan, Nuristan, Kunar, Laghman, Nangarhar, Logar,…
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