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Economy & Development
First Time, China Unveils New J-35 Stealth Fighter Jet
DID Press: In a symbolic move showcasing its growing military capabilities, China has publicly unveiled its next-generation stealth fighter jet, the J-35, along with its land-based variant, the J-35A, for the first time. The display marks a significant milestone in…
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Afghanistan
Pakistan Deports Afghanistani Refugees Linked to US Back to Taliban
DID Press: Pakistan has deported Afghanistani refugees who previously worked with U.S. forces and were awaiting resettlement in the United States, back to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, according to Washington Post. The report said the deportees are now living in fear and…
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Government
Hamas, Israel Hold Indirect Talks in Cairo Under Trump Plan
DID Press: As Israeli airstrikes on Gaza Strip ongoing, news sources reported the start of indirect talks between Hamas and Israel in Cairo, mediated by Egypt and overseen by the United States. The main focus of the negotiations is a…
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Afghanistan
Afghanistan to Face Pakistan in Asian Cup Qualifiers
DID Press: In the third round of 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, Afghanistan national football team will face Pakistan. Afghanistan Football Federation announced that national team will play against Pakistan on October 9 and 14 at Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad.…
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Government
Pakistan Responds to Reports on Potential Pasni Port Deal with US
DID Press: A Pakistani security official has dismissed recent reports suggesting that Pasni Port in Baluchistan might be handed over to the United States, describing the idea as purely a commercial proposal with no official military involvement. “Discussions or proposals…
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Afghanistan
Taliban Bans Teacher’s Day Celebrations in Herat, Sparks Widespread Criticism
DID Press: Taliban’s Department of Education in Herat province has officially banned all events, programs, or celebrations of World Teacher’s Day in both public and private schools, according to a formal letter issued by the department. The directive, signed by…
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Afghanistan
Afghanistani Activists and Political Figures in Germany Urge Unity to Save Country
DID Press: Dozens of Afghanistani political, civil, and cultural figures gathered in Detmold, Germany, to stress the need for national unity, political consensus, and a peaceful solution to Afghanistan’s ongoing crisis. The meeting, titled “Inter-Afghanistani Dialogue for Peace and Democracy”,…
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Government
Syria Holds First Post-Assad Parliamentary Elections amid Restrictions
DID Press: Syria held its first parliamentary elections since the fall of Bashar al-Assad on Sunday, October 5, under conditions marked by significant limitations, including the exclusion of Kurdish regions and Suwayda province, a non-direct electoral system, and direct government…
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Economy & Development
Jeffrey Sachs: China being “Punished” for Defying Washington
DID Press: Economist Jeffrey Sachs claimed that China is being targeted by the United States for failing to align its development with Washington’s expectations. Sachs argued that “China was supposed to develop in a way that was obedient to the…
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Afghanistan
Taliban Claims Some Russian Tourists Intelligence Agent
DID Press: Taliban intelligence officials claimed that a significant number of Russian nationals entering Afghanistan under the guise of tourists are, in fact, intelligence operatives. According to sources citing the Taliban’s intelligence agency, recent rise in Russian arrivals has raised…
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