Economy
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Herat Judiciary Warns Real Estate Offices Over Unauthorized Rent Listings
DID Press: The Justice Department in the western Herat has issued a warning to real estate agencies regarding rental listings published on social media and online platforms, stating that all advertised properties will be closely monitored by a regulatory committee.…
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Strait of Hormuz Closure Leaves Stranded Ships Facing Technical Damage
DID Press: A lesser-known consequence of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is the growing technical damage affecting vessels stranded for weeks in the warm waters of the Persian Gulf. According to a report by Financial Times, prolonged inactivity…
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Afghanistan Universities Face Closure Risk Amid Education Restrictions
DID Press: Dozens of universities across Afghanistan are at risk of closure due to declining student enrollment and shrinking academic staff numbers, particularly following restrictions on girls’ and women’s education, according to a new warning from the United Nations Children’s…
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Afghanistan Ranked Among World’s 5 Most Neglected Displacement Crises
DID Press: Norwegian Refugee Council has warned that Afghanistan has become the world’s fifth-largest displacement crisis amid a sharp decline in international humanitarian assistance and worsening economic conditions. In its latest report, the NRC said Afghanistan ranks fifth among countries…
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Canada Hosts International Meeting on Afghanistan’s Future
DID Press: Canada hosted a meeting of the Friends of Afghanistan Group, bringing together representatives from United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan and the International Committee of the Red Cross to assess the latest developments in Afghanistan. The meeting reviewed…
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Argentina Records Highest Inflation Among G20 Economies, China Lowest
DID Press: Argentina has posted the highest inflation rate among G20 economies in 2026, highlighting continued price pressures across several major emerging markets, while China recorded the lowest inflation rate in the group. According to the latest figures, Argentina registered…
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Saudi Arabia Expands Presence Near Bab el-Mandeb With US Backing
DID Press: Saudi Arabia is expanding its military presence along Yemen’s western coast and strategic areas overlooking the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, reportedly with direct U.S. support. The move comes amid growing concerns over maritime security and shifting regional dynamics following…
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UNAMA Warns of Worsening Climate Crisis in Afghanistan
DID Press: UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan has warned that Afghanistan is facing an escalating climate and environmental crisis that threatens livelihoods, food security, and social stability across the country. In a report released to coincide with World Environment Day,…
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Herat Exports Over 10 Tons of Dairy Products to Türkiye Monthly
DID Press: Officials from Herat’s dairy traders association say the western Afghan province exports more than 10 tons of quroot (dried yogurt) and animal fat to Türkiye every month, with sheep-milk quroot gaining particular popularity due to its high quality.…
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Herat Stadium to Receive AFC-Supported Artificial Turf Upgrade
DID Press: Officials in Herat say the city’s football stadium will be equipped with a new, high-quality artificial turf in collaboration with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), with completion expected within one month. The Afghanistan Football Federation in Herat confirmed…
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