Afghanistan
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Shutdown of CARE Office: End of US Commitment to Afghanistani Refugees
DIDPress: Staff dismissal at the U.S. office coordinating the resettlement of Afghanistani refugees has sparked intense backlash. The U.S. State Department has shuttered the Coordinator for Afghanistan Relocation Efforts (CARE) office as part of a new structural overhaul, terminating dozens…
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Karzai’s Covert Mediation for Taliban in Berlin
DIDPress: Hamid Karzai, former Afghanistani president, participated in a confidential meeting in Berlin as an authorized representative of the Taliban’s caretaker government, reported reliable German sources. The closed-door talks took place in the diplomatic setting of the private China Club…
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Poll: Return of Migrants – Cultural Opportunity or Educational Challenge?
According to the results of a recent poll conducted by Did News Agency, citizens hold diverse and multi-layered views on the effects of migrants returning to Afghanistan. The data reveals that society harbors both concerns and hopes regarding this significant…
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Iran Considering Special Measures for Afghanistani Migrant Elites, Artists, Military Personnel, and Mixed-Status Families
DIDPress: During a visit to Dogharoon border area and discussions with Afghanistani journalists, Zahra Behrouzazar, Iran’s Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, underlined the importance of preserving the dignity of Afghanistani migrants, giving special attention to elites, artists, threatened…
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Afghan Handwoven Carpets Shine in China’s Booming Market
DIDPress: China’s Xinhua News Agency highlighted the growing popularity of Afghan handwoven carpets, noting their increasing presence not just in private homes but also in Chinese restaurants. At the 9th China-South Asia Expo held in Kunming, capital of southwest China’s…
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Infectious Diseases Up Among Returning Migrants to Afghanistan
DIDPress: The unprecedented return of Afghan migrants from Iran and Pakistan has led to a widespread outbreak of infectious diseases, prompting the World Health Organization (WHO) to issue a warning about the risks. WHO recently reported that the unprecedented influx…
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Poll: Ashura Represents Awareness, Sacrifice, and Pursuit of Justice
Following an online poll conducted by DIDPress on the “most important actions to keep the message of Ashura alive in Afghanistan’s current conditions,” significant results were obtained, reflecting the concerns and priorities of public opinion in a religious society grappling…
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ICC Pursues Mullah Haibatullah and Abdul Hakim Haqqani
DIDPress: The International Criminal Court (ICC) announced there is credible evidence indicating that Mullah Haibatullah Akhundzada, the leader of the Taliban’s interim government, and Abdul Hakim Haqqani, the head of the group’s judiciary, have played a role in committing crimes…
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Afghanistan at Heart of Central Asia’s Roadmap: From Isolation to Regional Connectivity
DIDPress: In an analysis, Eurasianet reported that Relations between the five Central Asian countries and Afghanistan are warming as plans move ahead for new rail links, increased trade and creating opportunities for ordinary Afghans. Central Asian states are prioritizing bringing…
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Pakistan: Afghanistan Must Not Become Haven for Terrorist Groups
DIDPress: During the first round of political talks with the Taliban’s interim government, Pakistan’s Deputy Foreign Minister warned that the presence of terrorist groups in Afghanistan threatens regional security. In the first round of political consultations between Pakistan and the…
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