Politics
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Pentagon Restricts Press Access to Press Office
DID Press: US Department of War has barred journalists from entering its press office at the Pentagon, citing a reclassification of the facility as a “sensitive classified information site.” The move, announced by the department, prevents reporters from accessing the…
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UNSC to Vote on Future of UNAMA in Afghanistan
DID Press: United Nations Security Council is set to hold two important meetings on Afghanistan this month, including a vote on the future of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), as the country continues to face deep political, humanitarian,…
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Trump Reportedly Rebukes Netanyahu in Heated Call Over Lebanon Escalation
DID Press: Donald Trump reportedly delivered a sharply critical message to Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call on Monday, warning him over the escalation of Israeli military operations in Lebanon. According to a report by Axios citing two U.S. officials…
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Pakistan, China Coordinate Efforts Against Regional Security Threats
DID Press: Muhammad Sadiq and Yue Xiaoyong have held talks in Islamabad focused on regional security challenges and counterterrorism cooperation. According to Muhammad Sadiq, the meeting was “constructive and productive,” with both sides exchanging views on security developments affecting the…
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Pakistan Says Taliban Warning to TTP Is Not Enough
DID Press: Pakistani officials say a reported warning from the Taliban leadership to the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to halt attacks inside Pakistan is insufficient without concrete and verifiable action, stressing that Islamabad’s security concerns remain unresolved. According to Pakistani sources,…
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Iran Suspends US Talks Amid Dispute Over Lebanon Ceasefire
DID Press: Iran has announced the suspension of its indirect negotiations with the United States, citing continued Israeli military actions in Lebanon and what it describes as violations of a ceasefire agreement. According to statements attributed to sources close to…
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Pakistan, EU Hold Talks on Security Threats and Militant Groups
DID Press: Muhammad Sadiq has said that he met with senior European Union officials to discuss the political and security situation in the region, including threats posed by militant groups. According to his statement, the meeting included discussions with Erik…
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Trump’s “Unfinished Actions” and Their Impact on US Foreign Policy
DID Press: A new analytical note by Maleeha Lodhi, former ambassador of Pakistan to the United States, the United Kingdom, and the United Nations, examines the decision-making style of Donald Trump and its implications for U.S. foreign policy. Lodhi argues…
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Afghan Girls Urge Guterres: Restore Our Right to Education
DID Press: Dozens of Afghan girls have written to António Guterres, calling on the international community to take meaningful action to end restrictions on women’s and girls’ rights, particularly access to education. In their letters, the students said that since…
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Al-Monitor: US–Iran Deal May Reshape Netanyahu’s Political Future
DID Press: The Al-Monitor has reported, citing a close associate of Benjamin Netanyahu, that a potential agreement between Iran and the United States could significantly influence Israel’s political landscape and Netanyahu’s future in office. According to the report, if a…
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