Politics
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Central Asia Institute, Afghan Strategic Studies Center Sign Cooperation MoU
DID Press: International Institute for Central Asia and the Center for Strategic Studies under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand joint research and strengthen academic and expert cooperation. Under the agreement,…
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Turkey Seeks to Expand Economic Projects in Afghanistan
DID Press: Türkiye’s ambassador in Kabul said that Ankara plans to expand its economic projects and investment footprint in Afghanistan, during talks with officials in western Afghanistan. Sadın Yıldız met with Sheikh Noor Ahmad Islamjar in Herat Province, according to…
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Mogherini Calls US-Israel Strikes on Iran Illegal and Reckless
DID Press: Former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini has said that military operations by the United States and Israel against Iran were “illegal and reckless” from the outset. In an article published in Foreign Affairs, Mogherini argued that claims…
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Democrats Move to Limit Trump’s War Powers Over Iran
DID Press: Democratic senators in the United States say they will hold a Senate vote aimed at blocking what they describe as an “unjustified war against Iran” by Donald Trump. Tammy Duckworth, who introduced the War Powers Resolution, warned that…
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Iran to Launch Construction of Herat–Mazar-e-Sharif Railway Project
DID Press: Iranian officials say work will soon begin on a major infrastructure project in Afghanistan aimed at boosting regional transit and trade connectivity. Alireza Bikdeli, speaking during a meeting with Iran’s consuls in Herat Province and Balkh Province, said…
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NATO Rejects US Proposal to Enforce Blockade on Iranian Ports
DID Press: NATO members have rejected a proposal by the United States to impose a blockade on Iranian ports, stating they would only consider involvement after the end of hostilities, a move that highlights growing friction between Washington and its…
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Former US Congressman Faces 5th Sexual Assault Allegation
DID Press: A new sexual assault allegation has been filed against former Eric Swalwell, bringing the total number of accusations against him to five, according to reports. A woman identified as Luna Drew told a press conference in Beverly Hills…
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10 Countries Urge Immediate Halt to Lebanon Fighting Amid Humanitarian Crisis Warning
DID Press: Ten countries have expressed deep concern over the worsening humanitarian situation in Lebanon, calling for an immediate end to hostilities in a joint statement. The signatories — Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Indonesia, Japan, Jordan, Sierra Leone, Switzerland, and…
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Kunar, Nuristan Elders Reach Cross-Border Security Accord with Pakistan
DID Press: Local sources report that after two months of closure, key routes in Nuristan Province have been reopened following an agreement between tribal elders and Pakistani authorities. According to reports, a delegation of elders from various districts of Kunar…
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US Confirms Loss of Advanced Surveillance Drone in Persian Gulf
DID Press: US confirmed the loss of a high-value reconnaissance drone in Gulf region, according to American media reports. The aircraft, identified as the MQ-4C Triton, valued at approximately $238 million, reportedly disappeared on April 9 while operating over the…
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