Afghanistan
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Afghan Chamber Chief Begins 4-Nation Tour to Attract Investment
DID Press: Head of Afghanistan’s Chamber of Commerce and Investment has begun an official tour of Uzbekistan, India, Kyrgyzstan and China aimed at attracting investment, expanding private-sector ties and creating new opportunities for Afghan businesses. According to a statement issued…
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Human Rights Body Says Targeting Civilians May Constitute War Crimes
DID Press: International Human Rights Foundation has said that attacks on residential areas and civilians, if confirmed, constitute war crimes under international law, calling for independent investigations and full documentation of recent incidents. In a statement, the foundation expressed concern…
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From Camp As Sayliyah to Congo: Uncertain Fate of Afghan Allies of the US
DID Press: The fall of Kabul in August 2021 marked one of the most dramatic and traumatic turning points in Afghanistan’s modern history, triggering a chaotic evacuation and the collapse of long-standing security arrangements. In the final days of the…
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Taliban Leader Chairs Cabinet Meeting in Kandahar
DID Press: Hibatullah Akhundzada chaired a meeting of the Taliban cabinet in Kandahar, where he called for governance in accordance with Islamic principles, the promotion of justice, and improved public services. According to a statement issued by the Taliban administration,…
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Recent Rains Boost Hydropower Generation in Afghanistan
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national power utility has announced that recent rainfall has significantly increased water levels in the country’s hydropower reservoirs, leading to a notable rise in electricity generation. According to Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat, the recent precipitation has substantially…
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Rail Cargo Volumes Triple Year-on-Year, Taliban Ministry Says
DID Press: Taliban-run Ministry of Public Works says more than one million tons of petroleum and non-petroleum goods were transported through Afghanistan’s railway network during the month of April–May 2026, marking a significant increase in freight activity. According to the…
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Taliban Seeks Expanded Global Ties and Formal Recognition
DID Press: Suhail Shaheen has renewed calls for the international community to formally recognize the Taliban-led administration, arguing that the movement is seeking broader diplomatic and economic engagement based on what it described as mutual respect and cooperation. In recent…
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Herat Governor Travels to Kabul for Talks on Infrastructure and Trade Projects
DID Press: Islam Jar has traveled to Kabul for official talks with senior Taliban officials focused on infrastructure development, economic projects, and trade expansion, according to a statement from the Herat provincial office. The governor’s office said on Saturday that…
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EU Steps Up Talks With Taliban to Facilitate Afghan Deportations
DID Press: European Union is advancing preparations for talks with the Taliban aimed at increasing the deportation of Afghan asylum seekers, a move that has intensified human rights concerns across Europe despite Brussels’ continued position of non-recognition of the group.…
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BBC Journalist Warns Conditions for Afghan Women Are Worsening
DID Press: Lyse Doucet has warned that restrictions on women in Afghanistan have worsened in recent years, describing their situation as “a stain on the world’s conscience.” According to The Guardian, Doucet made the remarks after receiving a prestigious women’s…
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