Afghanistan
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WHO Concludes Tuberculosis Review Mission in Afghanistan
DID Press: World Health Organization (WHO) office in Afghanistan announced that it has concluded a high-level mission in 2025 to review tuberculosis (TB) in the country. The main objective of the mission was to evaluate the national TB program and…
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Bamyan Buddha Reimagined in NY as Symbol of Peace, Cultural Memory
DID Press: An eight-meter-tall sculpture of the Bamyan Buddha, titled “Light Shining Upon the Cosmos,” will be installed in Manhattan, New York, in spring 2026. Created by Vietnamese American artist Tuan Andrew Nguyen, the work is intended as a symbol…
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Survey: Afghan Migrants in Iran Support Resistance Axis, Criticize Tehran’s Taliban Policy
DID Press: A recent scientific survey indicates that, contrary to common media narratives, a substantial portion of Afghan migrants residing in Iran express support for Iran’s regional policies, particularly its backing of the resistance axis, while showing a markedly more…
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Haqqani Shifts Stance After Kandahar Meeting
DID Press: Sirajuddin Haqqani’s shift in stance following a meeting with the Taliban leadership has once again fueled speculation about internal divisions within the group. During his recent visit to Kandahar, Haqqani met with Hibatullah Akhundzada, the leader of the…
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Yalda in Central Asia: Shared Cultural Heritage Beyond Borders
DID Press: Yalda Night, an ancient tradition rooted in the broader sphere of Persian culture, continues to be observed across Central Asia under different names and forms, offering renewed potential for regional cultural convergence. Marking the longest night of the…
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UN Warns of Escalating Water Crisis in Drought-Hit Afghanistan
DID Press: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warned that prolonged drought in Afghanistan is pushing the country toward a severe water crisis. OCHA highlighted that dwindling water resources threaten the lives and health of millions, especially…
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Afghan Banks Ready to Offer Int’l Banking Services
DID Press: Afghanistan’s central bank announced that domestic banks are now equipped to provide banking services in line with international standards. The statement confirms that Afghan banks can offer services such as international accounts, cross-border money transfers, and electronic banking.…
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Taliban: Over 3M Afghan Migrants Returned in 2025
DID Press: Taliban’s Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation announced that more than three million Afghan migrants returned from neighboring countries, primarily Iran and Pakistan, in 2025. Spokesperson Abdulmutalib Haqqani highlighted that returns are ongoing from Iran, Pakistan, and Turkey. UNHCR…
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Afghanistan Holds Kuwait to 4–4 Draw in Friendly Futsal Match
DID Press: Afghanistan national futsal team played its first friendly match in Kuwait, ending in a 4–4 draw against the host nation. The match, part of Afghanistan’s preparations for the 2026 AFC Futsal Championship, featured an attacking and fast-paced style…
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Yalda Night in Afghanistan: Ancient Tradition Survives amid Restrictions
DID Press: Yalda Night, one of Afghanistan’s oldest cultural traditions, continues to be celebrated in homes and family gatherings despite social restrictions. The observance, marking the longest night of the year, symbolizes family unity, hope, and cultural resilience. Afghans celebrate…
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