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Afghanistan
Afghan Artist Takes Fifth Place at Iran’s “Outstanding Woman” Festival
DID Press: Nilofar Hashemzadeh, an Afghan female artist, has secured fifth place in the handicrafts category at Iran’s “Outstanding Woman” Festival, competing among 1,500 participants. Hashemzadeh also received the festival’s third-degree distinction in the handicrafts category, placing her among the…
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Afghanistan
IRGC Official: Iran and Afghanistan Stand Together
DID Press: Brigadier General Iraj Masjedi, deputy coordinator of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds Force, has emphasized the close ties between Iran and Afghanistan and called for expanded bilateral cooperation in economic and cultural fields. Masjedi said Iran and…
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Afghanistan
Afghan Photographers Showcase Iran-Themed Exhibition in Herat
DID Press: A three-day photography exhibition titled “One Sun, A Thousand Flags” has opened at the cultural section of the Iranian Consulate in Herat, featuring works by Afghan photographers and journalists. The opening ceremony was attended by religious scholars, cultural…
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Culture & Arts
Uzbekistan Hosts First Global Islamic Civilization Forum
DID Press: The first International Forum on Islamic Civilization will be held from 7 to 11 July 2026 in the cities of Uzbekistan, including Tashkent, Samarkand, and Termez, bringing together scholars, religious figures, experts, and representatives of institutions from dozens…
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Afghanistan
Beyond Borders: Afghan Migrants and the Memory of Islamic Revolution Leader
DID Press: Political leaders are usually defined within the geographical boundaries of their states, but some figures extend beyond borders due to their religious, cultural, and social influence. Among them, the late leader of the Islamic Revolution continues to hold…
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Afghanistan
Herat Crackdown on Women’s Dress Sparks Religious and Legal Backlash
DID Press: Reports from Afghanistan’s western province of Herat indicate that the current authorities’ morality enforcement department has begun detaining and harassing women wearing hijab styles that do not include the chadari or chador-namaz. The development has triggered strong criticism…
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Afghanistan
Daikundi Hosts 3-Day Book Exhibition for Book Week
DID Press: Department of Information and Culture in Daikundi province, in cooperation with private libraries, has organized a three-day book exhibition in the provincial capital, Nili, to mark Book Week. The exhibition was inaugurated with the participation of young people,…
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Afghanistan
Foreign Visitors Surge at National Museum of Afghanistan in Kabul
DID Press: National Museum of Afghanistan in western Kabul has reported a notable increase in both domestic and international visitors, highlighting renewed interest in the country’s cultural heritage. As Afghanistan marks World Museum Day, the museum organized a special exhibition…
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Analysis
Soleimani: Strategic Architect, Not Just a Battlefield Commander
DID Press: In West Asia’s political and security equations, the name of General Qassem Soleimani signifies far more than a military commander. He became a symbol of leadership that blended battlefield strategy with politics, security, culture, and identity. Understanding his…
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Afghanistan
Afghan Caretaker Government to Rebuild Monument of Timurid Poet After its Destruction
DID Press: Following the destruction of Amir Ali-Shir Nava’i’s – a renowned poet and thinker of the Timurid era – monument in Mazar-i-Sharif city, Afghan Caretaker government pledged to construct a new statue. The destruction, carried out by local Taliban…
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