Economy
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Israeli Strikes on Iran’s Infrastructure Seen as Strategic Trap for US
DID Press: Recent strikes by Israel on key industrial and energy facilities in Iran mark a turning point in the region’s conflict dynamics, signaling a shift in Tel Aviv’s strategic calculations and an attempt to reshape the rules of engagement.…
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EU Allocates €250,000 Humanitarian Aid for Afghan Quake Victims
DID Press: European Union has announced €250,000 in humanitarian assistance to support displaced and affected people following the recent earthquake in Afghanistan. This aid is expected to cover about 70,000 individuals in the provinces of Khost, Nangarhar, Nuristan, Paktika, and…
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Kabul Highlights Water Diplomacy and Regional Cooperation at Tashkent Event
DID Press: During an event marking “Water Week” in Uzbekistan’s capital, Kabul emphasized the importance of strengthening regional collaboration in managing shared water resources. Mojibur Rahman Omar Akhundzada, Deputy Minister of Energy and Water for the Taliban-led government, spoke on…
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India Turns to Non-Dollar Currencies for Russian Oil Purchases
DID Press: India has begun settling payments for crude oil imports from Russia using non-dollar currencies, reflecting shifting geopolitical dynamics and adjustments to evolving policies from the United States, according to market reports. A report by Bloomberg indicates that Indian…
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Taliban Confirms Torkham Crossing Will Remain Closed on March 25
DID Press: Obaidullah Aqaab Farooqi, spokesperson for the Taliban’s General Directorate of Border Police, stated that reports about reopening the Torkham Border Crossing on March 25 are “false and baseless.” The crossing will remain closed. Earlier, some Pakistani sources had…
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Jet Fuel Hike Forces New Zealand-Australia Flights to Cancel
DID Press: Jetstar New Zealand has canceled several domestic and international flights to Australia due to a sharp surge in jet fuel prices, driven by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. The airline stated that about 12% of its May…
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Japan Releases Strategic Oil Reserves to Stabilize Energy Market
DID Press: Japan government announced it will release part of its strategic oil reserves to ease rising concerns over global energy supply disruptions and surging oil prices amid escalating US and Israeli actions against Iran. According to the Ministry of…
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Saudi Alternatives to Hormuz Strait Face Capacity Limits
DID Press: According to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, Saudi Arabia has increased oil exports via the Red Sea and activated the East-West pipeline, making Yanbu the main route to bypass the Hormuz Strait. However, Yanbu’s capacity remains a major limitation. The route…
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UN Report: Urban Women in Afghanistan Face Widening Gender Inequality
DID Press: A new report by UN-Habitat reveals that rapid urbanization in Afghanistan has not reduced gender disparities; instead, informal urban settlements show a dramatic increase in inequality. Based on data collected between 2023 and 2025 from cities including Kabul,…
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Top Economist Warns Iran Pressure May Push US Economy Back Decades
DID Press: Simon Johnson has warned that recent developments in the Strait of Hormuz are creating a form of “reverse sanctions” against the United States, putting significant pressure on its economy and citizens. In his analysis, Johnson stressed that if…
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