Diplomacy
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Afghanistan
Kabul to Host Informal Afghanistan–Pakistan Dialogue
DID Press: A new round of informal talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan is expected to take place in Kabul, according to informed sources, as part of ongoing efforts to manage tensions and improve political and security coordination. The sources said…
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Economy
US to Release $12B in Frozen Iranian Assets Within 60 Days
DID Press: A non-official draft of the so-called “Islamabad Understanding Framework” suggests that one of the central points in recent talks between Iran and the United States involves the unfreezing of Iranian financial assets, according to Iranian state media. Based…
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Government
Trump Signals Progress on Iran Deal Amid Fresh Uncertainty
DID Press: New remarks by Donald Trump have placed negotiations between Iran and United States back in the spotlight, highlighting both signs of progress and continuing uncertainty over a potential agreement. In an interview with Fox News, Trump said Washington…
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Afghanistan
Russia-Taliban Rapprochement Seen as Opportunity for India, Challenge for Pakistan
DID Press: Deepening ties between Russia and the Taliban could reshape regional dynamics, creating new opportunities for India while potentially undermining Pakistan’s traditional influence in Afghanistan, according to analysts. In an analysis, the The Times of India argued that India,…
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Afghanistan
Taliban Says Military Cooperation With Russia Set to Begin
DID Press: Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid announced that the implementation of a military cooperation agreement between the Taliban and Russia is expected to begin in the near future following his return from an international security meeting in Moscow. Speaking at Kabul…
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Government
China: Gaza Bombing Undermines Moral Standing of Israel’s Supporters
DID Press: China has sharply criticized the ongoing Israeli military operations in Gaza Strip, saying the continued bombardment not only destroys homes and infrastructure but also erodes the moral credibility of those defending Israel’s actions. In remarks attributed to a…
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Economy & Development
China, Pakistan Boost Security and Economic Cooperation Under CPEC 2.0
DID Press: China and Pakistan have announced a new broad consensus to deepen their “all-weather strategic cooperative partnership,” following the official visit of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Beijing. According to a joint statement, the two sides agreed to…
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Afghanistan
Taliban Defense Minister Arrives in Moscow for International Security Conference
DID Press: Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid has arrived in Moscow at the invitation of the Russian Federation to participate in an international security conference focused on regional threats and security cooperation. The conference brings together senior military, security, and political officials…
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Development
Tehran Says Progress in Talks With US, but Agreement Not Imminent
DID Press: Iran has confirmed progress in negotiations with United States, while stressing that a final agreement is not close due to what it describes as inconsistent U.S. positions and past unpredictability. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said that…
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Government
China Praises Pakistan’s Role in Middle East Peace Efforts
DID Press: China has commended Pakistan for its role in supporting peace efforts in the Middle East during a high-level meeting in Beijing between the two countries’ leaders. Shehbaz Sharif met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss…
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