Politics
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Taliban: 16 km of TAPI Pipeline Installed in Afghanistan
DID Press: Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson of Taliban authorities, said 16 kilometers of TAPI gas pipeline have so far been laid inside Afghanistan, while preparations are underway for the installation of an additional 87 kilometers. In a post on X on…
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UN: $2.5B Spent on Afghan Refugee Assistance in 2025
DID Press: UN has announced that its agencies spent USD 2.5 billion in 2025 to support Afghan refugees and returnees. The funds were provided at a time when the large-scale return of refugees has intensified economic and social pressures inside…
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UK Warned to Brace for Severe Climate Scenarios
DID Press: Scientists in the United Kingdom have warned that the country must prepare for extreme outcomes of the climate crisis — including temperature increases of up to four degrees Celsius, sea-level rises approaching two meters, and even abrupt cooling…
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2025 in Review: Key Events Shaping Afghanistan and World
DID Press: A special report reviews the defining developments of 2025, a year marked by geopolitical tension, economic uncertainty, climate shocks and ongoing conflicts that influenced millions of lives worldwide, including in Afghanistan. Afghanistan — key developments Security and internal…
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Torkham Reopens, Pakistan–Afghanistan Trade Resumes
DID Press: Reports indicate that commercial activity at the Torkham border crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan has resumed, bringing relief to traders and transport companies following recent disruptions. According to Pakistan’s Samaa TV, citing border officials, the initial phase includes…
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Russia Deploys ‘Orshonik’ Hypersonic Missiles to Belarus in Signal to EU
DID Press: Russia released images showing the deployment of its “Orshonik” hypersonic missile system in Belarus, signaling a boost to offensive capabilities near Europe’s borders. Analysts say the move could significantly shorten the time required for Russian strategic weapons to…
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Taliban Claims Diplomatic Gains and Broad Domestic Programs in 2025
DID Press: Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson of Taliban authorities, says Afghanistan achieved “significant diplomatic progress” in 2025, including expanded international engagement and recognition from Russia. Speaking on Wednesday, Mujahid said senior Taliban officials — including deputy prime ministers and cabinet ministers…
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KAbul: 2.8M Migrants Returned, Social Support Programs Expanded
DID Press: Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson of Taliban authorities, says more than 2.8 million Afghanistan citizens and migrants returned to the country over the past year from various states. The returns were “managed” in a way that allowed most families to…
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Riyadh–Abu Dhabi Rift Widens Over Yemen Strategy
DID Press: Lebanese analyst Khalil Nasrallah says Saudi Arabia is determined to retain primary oversight of the Yemen file in Riyadh — not Abu Dhabi. The United Arab Emirates’ recent backing of the Southern Transitional Council (STC) to assert control…
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Trade Suspension Hits Afghanistan Harder than Pakistan
DID Press: Pakistan’s Dawn newspaper reports that the suspension of trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan for more than two and a half months has placed significant economic pressure on Kabul, with Afghanistan’s export losses estimated to be several times greater…
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