Afghanistan
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Uzbekistan, UAE in Talks to Join Trans-Afghan Railway Project
DID Press: Uzbekistan and United Arab Emirates have launched consultations on potential participation in the strategic Trans-Afghan Railway project, a major infrastructure initiative aimed at boosting regional connectivity and trade. Jamshid Khodjaev said discussions took place during his meeting with…
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Afghanistan Delivers 530T of Aid to Gaza via Rafah Crossing
DID Press: A shipment of 530 tons of humanitarian assistance from Afghanistan has entered the Gaza Strip through the Rafah Border Crossing, as international relief efforts continue to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Official sources said the aid consignment—comprising food…
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UN: Only 17pc of Afghan women returnees earn income
DID Press: UN Women has warned that only about 17 percent of Afghan women returning from Iran and Pakistan are currently able to earn an income, highlighting severe economic challenges facing returnees. In a new report, the UN agency said…
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Turkey Announces Visa Facilitation for Afghan Patients and Businesspeople
DID Press: Türkiye announced plans to ease visa procedures for Afghan patients and businesspeople, according to remarks by its ambassador in Kabul during a meeting with Taliban officials in western Afghanistan. Sadin Yildiz met with Noor Ahmad Islamjar in Herat…
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Al-Mirsaad: Pakistan Had No Real Mediation Role in Iran–US Talks
DID Press: A reported 21-hour round of Iran–US talks held in Islamabad ended without any breakthrough, according to media claims citing a Taliban-linked outlet. The website Al-Mirsaad reported that the negotiations between the Iran and the United States concluded without…
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Central Asia Institute, Afghan Strategic Studies Center Sign Cooperation MoU
DID Press: International Institute for Central Asia and the Center for Strategic Studies under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand joint research and strengthen academic and expert cooperation. Under the agreement,…
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Turkey Seeks to Expand Economic Projects in Afghanistan
DID Press: Türkiye’s ambassador in Kabul said that Ankara plans to expand its economic projects and investment footprint in Afghanistan, during talks with officials in western Afghanistan. Sadın Yıldız met with Sheikh Noor Ahmad Islamjar in Herat Province, according to…
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Iran to Launch Construction of Herat–Mazar-e-Sharif Railway Project
DID Press: Iranian officials say work will soon begin on a major infrastructure project in Afghanistan aimed at boosting regional transit and trade connectivity. Alireza Bikdeli, speaking during a meeting with Iran’s consuls in Herat Province and Balkh Province, said…
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6 Arrested After Armed Robbery of Currency Exchange in Helmand
DID Press: Ministry of Interior of the Taliban administration says police forces in Musa Qala District have recovered part of the money stolen from a currency exchange and arrested six armed suspects in connection with the incident. According to Ministry…
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Kunar, Nuristan Elders Reach Cross-Border Security Accord with Pakistan
DID Press: Local sources report that after two months of closure, key routes in Nuristan Province have been reopened following an agreement between tribal elders and Pakistani authorities. According to reports, a delegation of elders from various districts of Kunar…
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