Society
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Christians in Ras Baalbek: “Vatican Prayed, Hezbollah Shed Blood for Us”
DID Press: A Telegraph report from the Christian village of Ras Baalbek in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley highlights the deepening ties between the local Catholic community and Hezbollah. Faced with threats from Salafi groups and ISIS, villagers describe a growing convergence…
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UN Report: Urban Women in Afghanistan Face Widening Gender Inequality
DID Press: A new report by UN-Habitat reveals that rapid urbanization in Afghanistan has not reduced gender disparities; instead, informal urban settlements show a dramatic increase in inequality. Based on data collected between 2023 and 2025 from cities including Kabul,…
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Pakistan Ranked World’s Most Polluted Country in 2025
DID Press: The annual IQAir report reveals that Pakistan recorded the highest concentration of airborne particulate matter in 2025, earning the dubious distinction of being the most polluted country in the world. Out of 143 countries analyzed, only 13 met…
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Top Economist Warns Iran Pressure May Push US Economy Back Decades
DID Press: Simon Johnson has warned that recent developments in the Strait of Hormuz are creating a form of “reverse sanctions” against the United States, putting significant pressure on its economy and citizens. In his analysis, Johnson stressed that if…
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Bloomberg: USS Gerald R. Ford Faces Deep Operational Challenges
DID Press: Bloomberg reports that the USS Gerald R. Ford, the newest and most advanced aircraft carrier in the US Navy, is confronting a range of serious operational problems far beyond the recent laundry-room fire. According to the report, the…
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Sanders: Americans Face Economic Strain, Don’t Support War with Iran
DID Press: Bernie Sanders criticized the US government’s military policies, emphasizing that economic pressures are the top concern for Americans. Speaking to CNN, Sanders stated he will “under no circumstances” support the administration’s request for roughly $200 billion in funding…
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Fuel Panic in India: Long Queues Spark Police Deployment
DID Press: Police in India have been deployed to manage long queues and crowding at fuel stations, as citizens rush to secure gasoline amid fears of potential shortages. The surge in demand follows escalating conflict in the Middle East, with…
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Tehran Source Calls US Messages “Deceptive” Amid Rising Military Tensions
DID Press: A politically informed source in Tehran said recent messages from the United States proposing negotiations with the Iran are part of a “deceptive plan,” adding that Iranian authorities have little trust in Washington’s intentions. The source claimed the…
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Tashkent Hosts “Made in Afghanistan 2026” Expo to Boost Regional Trade
DID Press: Tashkent is hosting the international “Made in Afghanistan – Tashkent 2026” exhibition from March 25 to 28, a major trade event bringing together around 120 Afghan business representatives aimed at strengthening economic and commercial ties between Afghanistan and…
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Pakistani and Afghan Clerics Call for Truce Extension Until Eid al-Adha
DID Press: A group of religious scholars from Pakistan and Afghanistan has jointly called for extending the temporary ceasefire declared during Eid al-Fitr until Eid al-Adha, aiming to ensure a peaceful environment for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage season. The request…
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