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Afghanistan
From Explosion to Rumours: A Tense Night in Kabul
DID Press: On Thursday night, Kabul experienced hours of confusion and tension — a night that began with the sound of an explosion and unfolded through a wave of speculation and rumours across social media. The episode highlighted how psychological…
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Khalilzad Warns of Regional Instability after Failed Pakistani Airstrike on Kabul
DID Press: Former U.S. envoy on Afghanistan peace process Zalmay Khalilzad described Pakistan’s recent airstrike on Kabul as a failure, warning that continued tensions will lead to broader instability across the region. Khalilzad wrote on his X social platform that…
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Pakistan Uses ‘Decisive Firepower’ Near Afghanistan Border
DID Press: Pakistan’s military said it has used “decisive firepower” in Ghulam Khan area of North Waziristan in response to movements by what it described as “militant elements” across the border with Afghanistan — a move seen as a sign…
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Airstrike Targets Vehicle in Kabul’s Abdul Haq Square
DID Press: A vehicle was struck in an apparent airstrike in central Kabul on Thursday evening, according to local sources. The incident occurred in Abdul Haq Square and resulted in the vehicle, a Toyota Land Cruiser, being set ablaze. Witnesses…
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Facebook, Instagram Access Disrupted in Kabul and Mazar-e-Sharif
DID Press: Access to Facebook and Instagram was disrupted on Wednesday in Afghanistan’s Kabul and Mazar-e-Sharif cities, said local residents, in what appears to be a widening restriction on social media platforms. Users reported being unable to access the two…
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Kabul Faces Wood and Coal Shortages Ahead of Winter
DID Press: As winter approaches, thousands of families in Kabul are facing growing concerns over heating fuel shortages, with prices for wood and coal soaring and many unable to afford oil or gas. Many households, particularly those unable to purchase…
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Unidentified Drones Over Kabul Spark Speculation on Possible US Military Return
DID Press: Multiple unidentified drones were seen flying over Afghanistan capital on Saturday morning, fueling speculation about renewed foreign military activity as the Taliban government remains silent and nationwide internet blackouts continue for a second consecutive day. Residents in northern…
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Gandapur: Islamabad Agrees to Proposal for Talks with Kabul
DID Press: Ali Amin Gandapur, Chief Minister of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, claimed that the federal government has agreed to his proposal to initiate dialogue with the Taliban authorities in Afghanistan. According to an official statement from the provincial office,…
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Drought and Climate Change Push Kabul Toward Severe Water Crisis
DID Press: Increasing drought and climate fluctuations in Afghanistan have left Kabul facing a severe shortage of water resources. Reports indicate that the city’s groundwater reserves could be completely depleted by 2030, with the impact particularly devastating for low-income neighborhoods.…
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Internet Shutdown Disrupts Afghanistan Airports, Strands Passengers Abroad
DID Press: Afghanistan’s nationwide internet and telecommunications blackout has disrupted airport operations across the country, causing widespread flight delays and leaving Afghan travelers stranded at international airports, including in Dubai. On Tuesday, Afghan passengers at Dubai International Airport reported that…
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