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Torkham Closure Costs Pakistan Economy $2.5 Billion, Chamber Says
DID Press: The prolonged closure of the Torkham border crossing with Afghanistan has caused an estimated $2.5 billion in losses to Pakistan’s economy, according to Yusuf Afridi, president of the Khyber Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Afridi said the losses…
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PPP Freezes Support for Pakistan Government Legislation
DID Press: Pakistan’s opposition-aligned ruling coalition partner, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), has suspended its support for government legislation until its concerns over the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections, judicial appointments and other issues are addressed. PPP leader Syed…
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Pakistan’s New-Province Plan Sparks PPP Opposition Over Sindh
DID Press: Pakistan’s Planning and Development Minister Ahsan Iqbal has proposed restructuring the country’s provincial system by creating up to 15 provinces, triggering strong opposition from the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), particularly over any possible division of Sindh. Iqbal has…
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Sumud Flotilla Announces New Mission to Gaza in October
DID Press: The Freedom Flotilla (Sumud) Coalition has announced plans to launch a new international maritime mission to the Gaza Strip in October, seeking to challenge Israel’s naval blockade and build public pressure in Europe over restrictions on the enclave.…
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Karzai: He Needs Taliban Permission to Leave His Home
DID Press: Former Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai has said he must inform the Taliban authorities before leaving his home in Kabul, adding that Taliban security personnel escort him to his destination and bring him back. In an interview with the…
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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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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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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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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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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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