Society
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Karbala as a Universal Symbol of Justice in Christian Thought (Part 2/4)
DID Press: The participation of some non-Muslims in Arbaeen pilgrimage and visits to the shrine of Imam Hussein in Karbala has been linked by several Christian scholars and interfaith thinkers to broader themes of justice, sacrifice and human dignity shared…
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US Court Orders Faster Family Reunification for Afghan Refugees
DID Press: A federal court in the United States has ordered the State Department to expedite travel documents for family members of several Afghan refugees who supported US forces in Afghanistan, requiring action within 15 days and directing officials not…
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Bus Crash in Zabul Leaves 49 Injured
DID Press: A passenger bus overturned after veering off the road in Bakorzo area of Qalat city, the capital of Zabul province, leaving 49 people injured, local health officials said. Mirois Afghan, head of Zabul’s Public Health Department, said all…
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Afghanistan’s Second Consecutive Defeat in Continental Futsal Championship
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national futsal team suffered a second consecutive defeat at the Continental Futsal Championship 2026, losing 2–1 to Vietnam despite a competitive performance in their second match of the tournament. Afghanistan fought hard throughout the game but failed…
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US to Close Five Diplomatic Missions Abroad
DID Press: United States has informed Congress of its decision to close five diplomatic missions overseas as part of a broader effort to streamline its global diplomatic footprint, according to sources cited by Reuters. The planned closures include US diplomatic…
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Ariana: Indian Permit Delays Disrupt Kabul–Delhi Flights
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national carrier, Ariana Afghan Airlines, says no Afghan airline has yet obtained new authorization from Indian aviation authorities to operate flights to India, resulting in disruptions on the Kabul–Delhi route. In a statement, Ariana said several of…
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Pakistan, China Reaffirm Cooperation Against Militant Threats from Afghanistan
DID Press: Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation to address security threats emanating from Afghanistan, with a particular focus on militant groups that both countries regard as regional security concerns. Mohammad Sadiq said he met…
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Afghan Opposition Leaders: Taliban Faces Resistance at Home, Abroad
DID Press: Two prominent Afghan opposition figures have argued that the Taliban is facing mounting challenges from both domestic resistance and international scrutiny, warning against efforts to normalize relations with the group. In an interview with a foreign media outlet,…
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Taliban Review Hazara-Owned Townships Amid Fears of Property Seizures
DID Press: A Taliban commission tasked with recovering allegedly usurped land has begun reviewing residential townships belonging to Hazara and Shia communities, according to sources at the Taliban’s Ministry of Justice, raising concerns over possible large-scale property seizures in several…
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Turkmenistan Reports Progress on TAPI Pipeline, Expands Gas Field Development Plans
DID Press: Turkmenistan says work on the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline is advancing, as authorities review progress on the strategic regional energy project alongside new priorities for expanding the country’s oil and gas sector. According to a statement from the…
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