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Gulf States Fear US-Iran War, Brace for Regional Fallout
DID Press: Rising US military deployments in the Middle East have triggered deep concern among Gulf states over a potential direct conflict between Washington and Tehran. Hosting key American bases, these countries fear the consequences of a large-scale war and…
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Herat Emerges as Key Destination for Foreign Tourists in Western Afghanistan
DID Press: Over 1,200 foreign tourists have visited Herat this year, drawn primarily to its historic sites. Local authorities report that travelers continue to show strong interest in landmarks such as the Great Mosque of Herat, Qala-e-Ikhtiyaruddin, and the province’s…
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Champions League Playoffs Conclude: 8 Teams Advance to Round of 16
DID Press: The return legs of the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League playoff round concluded on Tuesday and Wednesday, determining the 16 teams advancing to the next stage. Advancing teams: Atlético Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, Bodø/Glimt, Newcastle United, Atalanta, Paris Saint-Germain, Real…
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Iran–US Talks: Deal or Confrontation?
DID Press: On the eve of the third round of talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the US, Abdul Latif Nazari, Deputy Minister of Economy in the Taliban administration, published an analytical note on his Facebook page on…
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UN Launches Human Trafficking Risk Review in Afghanistan
DID Press: UN Office on Drugs and Crime and the International Organization for Migration (UNODC) have announced the launch of a joint collaboration to conduct a strategic assessment on human trafficking in persons and smuggling migrants in Afghanistan. The study…
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Europe’s Ramadan Economy: Profit vs. Prejudice
DID Press: As Ramadan begins, public spaces across Europe increasingly take on the atmosphere of the holy month. Muslim and non-Muslim residents alike are targeted with waves of advertising—from discounted food and decorations to charity campaigns, prayer-time apps, devotional content,…
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2025 Becomes Deadliest Year for Journalists in 3 Decades
DID Press: The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) says 2025 has been the deadliest year for journalists in the past three decades, with 129 journalists and media workers killed worldwide, while responses from governments and international institutions have been limited…
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Epstein, India–Israel Axis and Geopolitical Fallout
DID Press: Indian PM Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel and the announcement of interest in forming a new strategic partnership with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have coincided with renewed disclosures related to the files of Jeffrey Epstein, prompting commentary…
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UNICEF Warns: Over 500M Children Out of School in Conflict Zones
DID Press: UNICEF warned that more than 500 million children living in conflict-affected areas worldwide are being denied access to education, as schools are increasingly damaged, destroyed, or turned into military targets. Speaking at the United Nations Security Council, UNICEF…
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Trump’s “Historic” Address Yields No Clarity on Iran
DID Press: In a much-anticipated annual address, US President Donald Trump offered little substantive clarity on Iran, despite expectations that he might outline potential military action or a concrete policy shift. Observers noted the majority of his speech consisted of…
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