Afghanistan
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Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Expected in Eastern and Southeastern Afghanistan
DID Press: Afghanistan’s Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert warning of heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and the risk of flash floods in six provinces starting Monday, September 14. According to the advisory, the severe weather is expected to…
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Taliban Urge Unified Islamic Response to Israeli Aggression
DID Press: Afghanistan’s Taliban administration has condemned Israel’s recent strike on Qatari territory as a violation of international law and called on Muslim nations to adopt a united stance against what it described as “aggressive actions” by Israel. In a…
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UN: Return of Migrants Can Transform Afghanistan’s Local Economy
DID Press: As Afghanistan faces one of the largest waves of returning migrants in decades, the UN says the trend represents not only a humanitarian challenge but also a potential economic opportunity to rebuild and strengthen local communities. More than…
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Outcry Over Reported Sale of Shia Cemetery in Herat to Taliban-Linked Businessman
DID Press: Reported sale of a Shia and Hazara community cemetery in Herat’s Andisheh Township to a businessman linked to the Taliban’s caretaker government—and plans to build a commercial market on the site—has sparked widespread anger and concern among residents…
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Taliban Announce Major Shake-Up in Senior Judicial, Educational Posts
DID Press: In a continued reshuffling of internal power structures, Taliban’s supreme leader has issued new decrees replacing six senior officials within the judiciary and the Ministry of Education. Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Taliban government, confirmed the appointments were…
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Pakistani Envoy to Visit Kabul with Stern Warning
DID Press: Following killing of dozens of Pakistani soldiers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in attacks claimed by Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Muhammad Sadiq, Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, is expected to travel to Kabul carrying a warning message. Diplomatic sources told the…
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US and Israel Obstruct Islamic Unity, says Iran’s Cultural Attaché in Afghanistan
DID Press: Dr. Sayed Rohullah Hussaini, Iran’s Cultural Attaché in Afghanistan, said today the Islamic Ummah needs to follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) more than ever and remain united and vigilant against the oppression and aggression of hostile…
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Gas Extraction Begins at Toti Maidan Field with $1B Uzbekistan Investment
DID Press: Gas extraction has officially begun at the Toti maidan field in Afghanistan, backed by a $1 billion investment from Uzbekistan—an initiative expected to strengthen the country’s energy sector and enhance regional economic cooperation. The launch ceremony, held on…
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UN: ISIS Threat in Afghanistan Declined
DID Press: UN reported a significant reduction in activities of ISIS-Khorasan (ISIS-K) branch in Afghanistan. Released by the UN Secretary-General, the report notes that ISIS-K attacks in Afghanistan have noticeably decreased lately, both in frequency and geographic scope. The report…
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US Delegation’s Kabul Visit: More than Prisoner Swap
DID Press: By accepting talks with U.S. representatives, Taliban’s caretaker government seeks to demonstrate its engagement is not limited to the East and its regional neighbors, but that it is also prepared to establish balanced relations with the West. A…
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