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Afghanistan
Iran, Taliban Emphasize Expansion of Economic Cooperation
DID Press: Officials from Iran and Taliban have held talks in Tehran, stressing the need to streamline diplomatic processes, remove existing obstacles, and expand cooperation in economic and cultural fields. In line with ongoing diplomatic engagement between Tehran and Kabul,…
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Analysis
US–Iran Standoff Enters Strategic Deadlock Phase
DID Press: The confrontation between United States and Iran has evolved far beyond conventional military paradigms, increasingly resembling a multidimensional and hybrid strategic rivalry shaped by economic pressure, military signaling, political maneuvering, and information warfare. Analysts argue that this confrontation…
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Afghanistan
Afghan Migrants Undermine Attempts to Fuel Iran–Afghanistan Tensions
DID Press: A new commentary by Seyed Ruhollah Hosseini, cultural adviser of the Iran in Afghanistan, examines the role of Afghan migrants in recent social developments and highlights how their conduct helped reduce tensions and counter divisive narratives. The author…
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Government
US Angered by Iran’s Election to NPT Conference Bureau
DID Press: A diplomatic dispute has intensified at UN following the selection of Iran to the bureau of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty review conference. During the session, regional groups nominated 34 candidates for vice-presidential positions, including Iran. Conference President Duong…
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Analysis
Hilton Hotel Shooting Sparks “Political Staging” Allegations Against Trump
DID Press: A shooting incident at the Hilton Hotel in Washington—venue of a White House press dinner attended by Donald Trump—has triggered widespread speculation and conflicting narratives across US social media. The incident, which occurred shortly after the event began,…
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Government
Pezeshkian: No Negotiations Under Pressure or Threats
DID Press: Masoud Pezeshkian stated in a conversation with Prime Minister of Pakistan that Iran will not enter any imposed negotiations under pressure, threats, or sanctions. Pezeshkian emphasized that as long as hostile actions and operational pressure from United States…
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Government
Trump Envoys Head to Islamabad as Iran Rejects Direct Talks with US
DID Press: Envoys of Donald Trump are traveling to Islamabad to continue consultations on extending a ceasefire, while Iran has reiterated that no direct negotiations with the United States are planned. U.S. officials said Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, two…
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Economy
Record US Precision Munition Use in 40-Day War Raises Readiness Concerns
DID Press: Newly released data indicate that the military of the United States expended an unprecedented volume of precision-guided munitions during a 40-day conflict with the Iran, triggering warnings about long-term deterrence capacity and combat readiness. Military assessments suggest that…
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Government
Iran Rules Out US Meeting During Araghchi Visit to Pakistan
DID Press: Foreign ministry of the Iran has announced that no meeting with the United States is scheduled during the upcoming visit of Abbas Araghchi to Pakistan. According to the ministry, the primary objective of the trip is to hold…
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Analysis
Iran Seizes Control of Negotiation Pace as US Extends Ceasefire
DID Press: On 21 April 2026, US President Donald Trump was reportedly forced to extend the ceasefire with Iran, a move described as more tactical retreat than strategic initiative. Notably, Iran neither dispatched a delegation to Islamabad nor requested an…
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