Military
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Pakistani and Afghan Clerics Call for Truce Extension Until Eid al-Adha
DID Press: A group of religious scholars from Pakistan and Afghanistan has jointly called for extending the temporary ceasefire declared during Eid al-Fitr until Eid al-Adha, aiming to ensure a peaceful environment for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage season. The request…
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EU Urges End to Restrictions on Women and De-Escalation Between Kabul, Islamabad
DID Press: European Union has called for the immediate removal of restrictions on women in Afghanistan and urged a reduction in rising tensions between Kabul and Islamabad. The appeal was delivered during the 95th meeting of the Standing Committee of…
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From Hegemony to Constraints: Iran–US War Reshapes Global Power Balance
DID Press: Ongoing direct conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel is increasingly viewed as more than a security crisis, emerging instead as a turning point in how the world defines the concept of a superpower. Reciprocal strikes, calculated…
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Dangerous Phase of War: Will Pakistan Target Taliban Leaders?
DID Press: As clashes intensify between Pakistan and the Taliban, a critical question is gaining traction: Is Islamabad preparing to target senior Taliban leaders? The conflict has entered a volatile stage marked by escalating military strikes and rising civilian casualties.…
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Pakistan Emerges as Key Mediator in Iran–US War Diplomacy
DID Press: As the war involving the United States and Israel against Iran enters its fourth week, Pakistan has moved to the forefront of regional diplomacy. Islamabad has rapidly—but strategically—become a central hub for message exchanges and mediation between Tehran…
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Hezbollah Rebuilds in Shadows with New Decentralized Command Model
DID Press: Sources familiar with the matter told Middle East Eye that Hezbollah has quietly restructured its command system following heavy blows in 2024, shifting to a more flexible and semi-autonomous model. The approach, referred to as the “Mughniyeh Model,”…
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Mattis: US Faces Tough Standoff with Iran
DID Press: Former US Defense Secretary James Mattis warned that Washington is in a difficult position with Iran, as regional tensions—especially in the Strait of Hormuz—continue to escalate. Speaking at the Saravik Energy Forum on Monday, Mattis said the current…
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BBC: Iran’s Strikes Push Middle East to Deadlock
DID Press: BBC senior reporter Nafiseh Kohanvard reports that Iran’s ongoing attacks have placed the entire region under extreme pressure, with many countries losing trust in the US and Israel. She notes that widespread disruptions to regional flights are just…
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EU’s Duplicity in Iran War: Words of Peace, Actions of Complicity
DID Press: European bases supporting United States have become legitimate targets for Iran’s defensive operations. Strikes on these bases would not only slow U.S. operations but also drag European countries directly into a conflict they claim to oppose. This stark…
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Dostum Threatens Taliban Again: “I Can Repeat Dashte Laili Experience”
DID Press: Abdul Rashid Dostum, speaking from Turkey, has once again warned the Taliban, suggesting he could repeat the “Dashte Laili” experience. Dostum referred to his long history of military and political engagement, stating: “My record is clear to everyone,…
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