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Russia to Establish Its First Islamic Bank
DID Press: A senior Russian lawmaker announced the launch of talks to establish the country’s first Islamic bank, a process reportedly supported by the Central Bank of Russia. Anatoly Aksakov, Secretary of the State Duma’s Financial Markets Committee, said discussions…
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Moscow: Strategic Ties with Iran Entered into New Phase
DID Press: Russia’s Foreign Ministry said the signing of a comprehensive strategic agreement with Iran marks the beginning of a new phase in bilateral relations, elevating cooperation between the two countries to a higher level. Russia said that in 2025…
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Muttaqi: Afghanistan “Graveyard of Empires”
DID Press: Taliban administration’s acting foreign minister, marking the anniversary of the Soviet invasion, described the occupation of Afghanistan as a “major mistake” by three historical powers and said the country has consistently shown unity and resistance against foreign forces.…
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Iran, China Reach Agreement on Purchase of J-10 Fighter Jets
DID Press: Iran and China have reached an agreement on the purchase of 30 to 40 J-10 fighter jets following extensive and intensive negotiations, according to reports. Based on credible unofficial sources, talks between Tehran and Beijing over the acquisition…
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Karim Khurram: Afghanistan’s Gold Being Sold to Low-Level Foreign Traders
DID Press: Afghanistan’s former minister of information and culture says the country’s gold is being exported instead of added to national reserves. Referring to the unprecedented rise in global gold prices, Khurram said gold extracted in northern Afghanistan is largely…
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Afghan–Tajik Border Insecurity Poses Serious Threat to China’s Interests
DID Press: As clashes and armed infiltrations from Afghanistan territory into Tajikistan intensify, the security of Chinese projects and nationals in the country has become a major challenge — a development that observers say can push Central Asia’s security balance…
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2008 Bush–Putin Conversation on Iran Revealed
DID Press: The release of a previously undisclosed conversation from 2008 between the then presidents of the United States and Russia has shed new light on Washington’s and Moscow’s views on global politics and Iran’s position on the world stage.…
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6th of Jadi: Bloody Historical Turning Point and Symbol of National Awakening
DID Press: The 6th of Jadi 1358 (December 27, 1979) is not merely a date on Afghanistan’s calendar. It stands as a stark symbol of occupation, betrayal, and arrogance in the country’s modern history. From Red Occupation to the Defeat…
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Russian LPG Exports to Afghanistan Surge Following EU Sanctions
DID Press: While the European Union has restricted imports of Russian liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), new data shows a sharp rise in exports to Afghanistan and Central Asian countries, signaling the emergence of alternative markets for Moscow. Following the EU…
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African Union Condemns Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland
DID Press: Mahmoud Ali Yusuf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, issued a statement condemning Israel’s decision to recognize Somaliland – a province of Somalia – as an independent and sovereign state. “The Chairperson once again emphasizes the African Union’s…
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