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Khalilzad Warns of Potential Security Risks from Chinese Electric Cars in Europe
DID Press: Zalmay Khalilzad, the former US special representative for Afghanistan reconciliation, has warned that the growing presence of Chinese-made electric vehicles in NATO member states and European Union markets could raise national security concerns. Khalilzad said the vehicles’ advanced…
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More Than 68,000 People Receive Health Services in Eastern Afghanistan
DID Press: More than 68,000 people in Afghanistan’s eastern provinces of Nangarhar and Laghman have gained access to primary healthcare services through a programme supported by the Italian government, the World Health Organization (WHO) says. According to the WHO, women,…
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Afghan Red Crescent Says It Has Treated 32,000 Heart-Defect Patients in Herat
DID Press: Afghan Red Crescent Society in Herat says it has treated more than 32,000 patients with congenital heart defects and provided cash assistance and shelter to more than 400 families affected by floods and other natural disasters. The organization…
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Sanaa Official Accuses Saudi-Backed Forces of Selling Yemeni Prisoners
DID Press: Abdulqader al-Murtada, head of the National Committee for Prisoners’ Affairs in the Sanaa-based authorities, has accused Saudi-backed factions in Aden of selling some Yemeni prisoners captured during recent fighting to Saudi Arabia. Al-Murtada said the committee had received…
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Russia Calls for Resolution of Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions
DID Press: Russia’s ambassador to Islamabad has called for a resolution to tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, warning that the continued closure of trade routes between the two countries is damaging regional commerce and affecting Pakistan’s trade with Russia and…
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Poland Condemns Hegseth’s Remarks on Allied Sacrifices in Afghanistan
DID Press: Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has criticised US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over his remarks about the role of allied forces in Afghanistan, calling for respect for the sacrifices made by troops from partner countries. Speaking on Saturday…
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Afghanistan’s Wheat Production Rises 13% to 5.15 Million Tonnes
DID Press: Afghanistan’s Ministry of Agriculture has reported a 13% increase in wheat production this year, bringing the country’s total harvest to 5.15 million tonnes. Despite the increase, drought, water shortages and limited access to improved seeds remain major obstacles…
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US, Uzbekistan Deepen Strategic Ties in Central Asia
DID Press: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov have discussed expanding strategic cooperation between the two countries, particularly in infrastructure, space technology and critical minerals. Rubio emphasised that Washington and Tashkent were seeking to…
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Afghan Electronic ID Cards Ready for Collection in Mashhad
DID Press: Consulate General of Afghanistan in Mashhad has announced arrangements for applicants to collect their electronic national identity cards (e-Tazkiras). In a new notice, the consulate asked applicants to visit the identity verification centre according to the announced schedule…
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Iran Calls for Railway Link from Herat to Uzbekistan’s Border
DID Press: Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development has proposed extending the railway line from Herat in western Afghanistan to the border near Termez in Uzbekistan, emphasising the importance of connecting the route to the railway networks of Central…
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