Human Rights
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Nationwide Internet Shutdown Deepens Afghanistan’s Digital Isolation and Economic Crisis
DID Press: A new survey conducted by DID Press reveals that a majority of Afghanistan citizens view the Taliban government’s decision to cut off nationwide internet access as a serious threat to freedom of expression, the economy, and education. More…
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Nabil Warns: Internet Blackout a Tool for Taliban Power Consolidation
DID Press: Former Afghan intelligence chief Rahmatullah Nabil has warned that the nationwide internet and telecom shutdown is not merely a technical issue but part of the Taliban’s broader strategy to suppress freedoms and entrench their control over the country.…
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Hekmatyar to Taliban: People Must Have a Say in Their Future
DID Press: Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, leader of Afghanistan’s Hezb-e Islami party, has sharply criticized the Taliban’s governing style, calling for greater public participation in determining the country’s political future. In a post shared on his official social media account, Hekmatyar emphasized…
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Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif Backs Trump’s 20-Point Peace Plan for Gaza
DID Press: Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif has expressed his support for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed 20-point plan aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in Gaza, describing it as a significant step toward achieving lasting peace between Israel and…
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Internet Shutdown Disrupts Afghanistan Airports, Strands Passengers Abroad
DID Press: Afghanistan’s nationwide internet and telecommunications blackout has disrupted airport operations across the country, causing widespread flight delays and leaving Afghan travelers stranded at international airports, including in Dubai. On Tuesday, Afghan passengers at Dubai International Airport reported that…
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Afghanistan Internet Shutdown Sparks Communications Crisis and Human Rights Concerns
DID Press: A nationwide internet and telecommunications blackout in Afghanistan has raised serious concerns over access to vital information, essential services, and public safety. The shutdown has deeply disrupted everyday life and affected critical sectors including humanitarian response, education, media,…
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Trump Unveils 20-Point Plan to End Gaza War and Rebuild the Strip
DID Press: US President Donald Trump has released a comprehensive 20-point proposal aimed at ending the ongoing war in Gaza and facilitating the reconstruction of the besieged territory. The plan calls for an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages by…
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Afghanistan Imposes Temporary Internet Shutdown for Online Monitoring
DID Press: A nationwide internet outage in Afghanistan has been described as a temporary measure aimed at enhancing oversight of the digital space and monitoring telecommunications operators, according to local media reports. The move, which sparked widespread concern among citizens,…
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Taliban Opponents Gather in Islamabad to Explore Peaceful Solutions
DID Press: A two-day meeting of political opponents of the Taliban government, titled “Regional Dialogue: Toward Unity and Trust”, began on Monday in Islamabad. The gathering, jointly organized by Women for Afghanistan and the South Asia Strategic Stability Institute, aims…
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Kabul Seeking Stronger US Ties through Prisoner Releases
DID Press: Zakir Jalali, Deputy Political Minister of the Taliban’s Foreign Ministry, said that high-level meetings and progress on the issue of prisoner releases between Kabul and Washington could pave the way for broader cooperation in various fields. The release…
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