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US–India Tensions Escalate Over Maritime Strikes in Strait of Hormuz
DID Press: Diplomatic tensions between the United States and India have intensified following reported maritime strikes in the Gulf of Oman that resulted in the deaths of three Indian sailors. According to the U.S. State Department, Secretary of State Marco…
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Karimi: Afghanistan Can Become a Regional Economic Connectivity Hub
DID Press: Bilal Karimi has emphasized Afghanistan’s strategic geographic position, saying the country has the potential to become a key hub for regional economic connectivity and trade. Speaking at the Seventh China–South Asia Cooperation Forum, Karimi described Afghanistan as a…
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North Korea Says Its Nuclear Status Is “Irreversible”
DID Press: North Korea has declared that its status as a nuclear power is “irreversible,” rejecting renewed calls from the United States and its regional allies to abandon its nuclear weapons program. In a statement issued in response to a…
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Herat Governor Briefs Taliban Deputy PM on Province’s Situation
DID Press: Nooruddin Islamjar briefed Abdul Salam Hanafi on the overall situation in Herat, including public services, citizens’ concerns, and support for returning migrants, according to a statement issued by the provincial administration. The Herat governor reportedly outlined efforts by…
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Central Asia–Afghanistan Expert Meeting Held on Sidelines of Termez Dialogue
DID Press: A high-level Central Asia–Afghanistan expert meeting was held on the sidelines of the Termez Dialogue on regional connectivity, bringing together prominent policymakers and analysts to discuss Afghanistan’s role in strengthening regional integration. According to the Afghanistan Center for…
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Afghan Chamber Chief Begins 4-Nation Tour to Attract Investment
DID Press: Head of Afghanistan’s Chamber of Commerce and Investment has begun an official tour of Uzbekistan, India, Kyrgyzstan and China aimed at attracting investment, expanding private-sector ties and creating new opportunities for Afghan businesses. According to a statement issued…
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From Camp As Sayliyah to Congo: Uncertain Fate of Afghan Allies of the US
DID Press: The fall of Kabul in August 2021 marked one of the most dramatic and traumatic turning points in Afghanistan’s modern history, triggering a chaotic evacuation and the collapse of long-standing security arrangements. In the final days of the…
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Politico: Republicans Set Deadline for Ending Iran War
DID Press: A group of Republican lawmakers has reportedly urged Donald Trump to bring the U.S. war with Iran to an end by September 7, according to a report by Politico, as political pressure mounts ahead of congressional midterm elections.…
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Rail Cargo Volumes Triple Year-on-Year, Taliban Ministry Says
DID Press: Taliban-run Ministry of Public Works says more than one million tons of petroleum and non-petroleum goods were transported through Afghanistan’s railway network during the month of April–May 2026, marking a significant increase in freight activity. According to the…
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Taliban Seeks Expanded Global Ties and Formal Recognition
DID Press: Suhail Shaheen has renewed calls for the international community to formally recognize the Taliban-led administration, arguing that the movement is seeking broader diplomatic and economic engagement based on what it described as mutual respect and cooperation. In recent…
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