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Human Rights Crisis in Afghanistan: Women Restricted, Press Silenced
DID Press: Afghanistan continues to face a severe human rights crisis, with restrictions on women’s rights, freedom of expression, and legal protections, drawing international concern. Women and Girls: Taliban policies continue to bar girls above sixth grade from attending school,…
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Australia Welcomes Unity of Afghan Anti-Taliban Parties
DID Press: Australia’s special representative for Afghanistan has welcomed the announcement of a unified coalition among Afghan political parties and movements opposing the Taliban, describing it as a positive step toward national sovereignty, democratic governance, and the protection of human…
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Iran: Inclusive Gov’t Essential for Lasting Peace in Afghanistan
DID Press: Iran’s permanent representative to the United Nations stressed that establishing an inclusive government in Afghanistan is crucial to preventing renewed conflict and ensuring regional stability. Speaking at a UN Security Council session on the situation in Afghanistan, Amir…
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Haqqani: Major Threats Managed Despite Limited Resources
DID Press: Taliban Interior Minister, Sirajuddin Haqqani, said that despite limited resources, the country’s special forces have successfully managed significant security threats while remaining ready to make any sacrifice for national defense. Speaking at a graduation ceremony for a group…
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Afghanistan Turned into Safe Haven for Terrorists, Warns Pakistan
DID Press: Pakistan’s permanent representative to the UN warned that nearly 6,000 fighters of Tehrik‑i‑Taliban Pakistan (TTP) are operating from Afghan territory, describing Afghanistan as a safe haven for terrorists and a serious threat to regional security. Speaking on Wednesday,…
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Trump Calls CNN Directors “Corrupt,” Says Network Should Be Sold
DID Press: US President Donald Trump called for the sale of CNN, describing its current directors as “corrupt” and “incompetent.” His remarks come amid Warner Bros. Discovery’s proposed merger with Netflix and an acquisition offer from Paramount. Speaking to reporters…
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Taliban Fatwa Targets Armed Groups, Signals Border Control Effort
DID Press: Taliban government issued a fatwa declaring the use of Afghanistan territory for operations against other countries as “forbidden,” signaling a dual message: asserting its responsibility for territorial integrity domestically, while showing the international community and neighboring states that…
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Trump to Fracture US‑EU Alliance, Warns Pope
DID Press: Leader of the world’s Catholics warned U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies may seriously undermine the long-standing alliance between Europe and the United States. Pope Leo XIV made the remarks in an address that has attracted wide international attention,…
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Taliban Envoy, UK Special Rep Discuss Consular Services for Afghans in London
DID Press: Mohammad Suhail Shaheen discussed bilateral matters and consular services for Afghan nationals in London with Richard Lenzi, UK’s special representative for Afghanistan, Taliban envoy said in a statement. Shaheen, currently based in Doha, disclosed the meeting took place…
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UN Warns Afghanistan on Brink of Humanitarian Collapse
DID Press: UN warned the UN Security Council that Afghanistan is approaching a full-scale humanitarian collapse, citing escalating restrictions on women, rising displacement and hunger, and a sharp decline in international funding. According to the UN’s latest assessment, nearly half…
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