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Afghanistan
Taliban Morality Police Detain at Least 10 Veiled Women in Herat
DID Press: Witnesses in Herat say Taliban morality police detained at least 10 women on Saturday despite the women wearing full Islamic coverings, including prayer cloaks and face veils, in the latest phase of a crackdown that has drawn domestic…
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Central Asia–Afghanistan Expert Meeting Held on Sidelines of Termez Dialogue
DID Press: A high-level Central Asia–Afghanistan expert meeting was held on the sidelines of the Termez Dialogue on regional connectivity, bringing together prominent policymakers and analysts to discuss Afghanistan’s role in strengthening regional integration. According to the Afghanistan Center for…
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Afghan Chamber Chief Begins 4-Nation Tour to Attract Investment
DID Press: Head of Afghanistan’s Chamber of Commerce and Investment has begun an official tour of Uzbekistan, India, Kyrgyzstan and China aimed at attracting investment, expanding private-sector ties and creating new opportunities for Afghan businesses. According to a statement issued…
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Taliban Leader Chairs Cabinet Meeting in Kandahar
DID Press: Hibatullah Akhundzada chaired a meeting of the Taliban cabinet in Kandahar, where he called for governance in accordance with Islamic principles, the promotion of justice, and improved public services. According to a statement issued by the Taliban administration,…
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Recent Rains Boost Hydropower Generation in Afghanistan
DID Press: Afghanistan’s national power utility has announced that recent rainfall has significantly increased water levels in the country’s hydropower reservoirs, leading to a notable rise in electricity generation. According to Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat, the recent precipitation has substantially…
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Rail Cargo Volumes Triple Year-on-Year, Taliban Ministry Says
DID Press: Taliban-run Ministry of Public Works says more than one million tons of petroleum and non-petroleum goods were transported through Afghanistan’s railway network during the month of April–May 2026, marking a significant increase in freight activity. According to the…
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Taliban Seeks Expanded Global Ties and Formal Recognition
DID Press: Suhail Shaheen has renewed calls for the international community to formally recognize the Taliban-led administration, arguing that the movement is seeking broader diplomatic and economic engagement based on what it described as mutual respect and cooperation. In recent…
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Herat Governor Travels to Kabul for Talks on Infrastructure and Trade Projects
DID Press: Islam Jar has traveled to Kabul for official talks with senior Taliban officials focused on infrastructure development, economic projects, and trade expansion, according to a statement from the Herat provincial office. The governor’s office said on Saturday that…
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EU Steps Up Talks With Taliban to Facilitate Afghan Deportations
DID Press: European Union is advancing preparations for talks with the Taliban aimed at increasing the deportation of Afghan asylum seekers, a move that has intensified human rights concerns across Europe despite Brussels’ continued position of non-recognition of the group.…
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BBC Journalist Warns Conditions for Afghan Women Are Worsening
DID Press: Lyse Doucet has warned that restrictions on women in Afghanistan have worsened in recent years, describing their situation as “a stain on the world’s conscience.” According to The Guardian, Doucet made the remarks after receiving a prestigious women’s…
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