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Tashkent Calls for Full Afghan Integration in Central Asian Regional Processes
DID Press: A senior adviser to the President of Uzbekistan has stressed that Afghanistan should be considered a full partner—not a peripheral actor—in emerging “Greater Central Asia” frameworks, emphasizing that the country’s stability and economic recovery are directly linked to…
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Qatar, Pakistan Claim Progress in Iran–US Talks in Doha
DID Press: Qatar and Pakistan, acting as mediators, say they have made positive progress in separate discussions with Iranian and U.S. negotiators during recent talks held in Doha. Majed Mohammed Al-Ansari said on Thursday that mediators held separate meetings with…
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China Resumes Tajikistan Highway Project After New Security Guarantees
DID Press: China has resumed construction of a strategic highway project in Tajikistan near the Afghan border after several months of suspension, following new security guarantees provided by the Tajik government. The project involves the construction of a 109-kilometer section…
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Iran Missile Strikes Damage Haifa Refinery; Full Recovery Not Expected Before 2028
DID Press: Leaked Israeli interior ministry documents indicate that Iranian missile strikes on the Haifa refinery caused far more extensive damage than previously acknowledged, with full restoration of the facility now expected to extend beyond 2028. The report suggests that…
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Leaders From 40 Countries Expected to Attend Funeral of “Martyr Leader”
DID Press: Officials say senior leaders and high-ranking representatives from 40 countries are expected to attend the funeral ceremony of the late “Martyr Leader of the Islamic Revolution” as a gesture of respect. According to funeral spokesperson Iman Attarzadeh, dignitaries,…
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Herat Hosts Regional Meeting to Promote Domestic Production and Exports
DID Press: A meeting focused on supporting domestic production was held in Herat with the participation of local officials, regional representatives, international organizations, and business leaders, emphasizing product quality improvement, export expansion, and transit cooperation. The event was organized at…
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Uzbekistan, Qatar Discuss Cooperation to Support Afghanistan
DID Press: Uzbekistan and Qatar have discussed expanding bilateral cooperation and supporting Afghanistan’s sustainable development, reaffirming their commitment to joint efforts aimed at promoting stability, economic growth, and regional connectivity. According to Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the discussions took…
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Russia Calls for Diplomatic Solution to Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions
DID Press: Russia has called on Afghanistan and Pakistan to halt military confrontations and resolve their disputes through political dialogue and diplomatic channels, expressing concern over the continued escalation of tensions between the two neighboring countries. According to a statement…
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Uzbekistan: Central Asia’s Practical Engagement With Afghanistan to Continue Through 2035
DID Press: Uzbekistan says Central Asian countries will maintain their pragmatic approach toward Afghanistan through 2035, focusing on regional cooperation in trade, transit, energy, and connectivity without moving toward formal recognition of the Taliban administration. Speaking at the “Eurasian Security…
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Robert Malley: Iran–Gaza War Accelerated US Decline
DID Press: Former US Iran envoy Robert Malley has said that the Iran–Israel–Gaza conflict is accelerating the long-term decline of the United States, arguing that Washington is likely to emerge as the biggest strategic loser. In an interview, Malley—who previously…
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