regional security
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Afghanistan
Khalilzad Says Pakistan Chose Force Over Negotiations
DID Press: Former US envoy to Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad has condemned Pakistan’s recent military strikes inside Afghanistan, saying Islamabad once again resorted to force instead of pursuing dialogue to resolve disputes. Khalilzad said Pakistan ignored both international and domestic calls…
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Afghanistan
Taliban Condemn Pakistani Airstrikes as ‘Crime’ and ‘Aggression’
DID Press: Taliban administration has strongly condemned Pakistani airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan, describing the attacks as a “crime,” an act of “aggression,” and a violation of the country’s sovereignty. Zabihullah Mujahid, chief spokesman for the Taliban government, said Pakistani military…
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Afghanistan
Pakistan Airstrikes in Eastern Afghanistan Leave Dozens Dead, Over 100 Injured
DID Press: More than 30 civilians were reportedly killed and over 100 others wounded after Pakistani air and ground operations targeted areas in eastern Afghanistan, according to local sources. While Islamabad says the operation was part of its counterterrorism campaign,…
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Government
India Strengthens Maritime Shield Against China-Pakistan Axis
DID Press: India is accelerating the development of its multi-layered maritime defense network in response to expanding naval cooperation between China and Pakistan, with a growing focus on advanced anti-submarine drones and autonomous surveillance systems. Amid deepening defense collaboration between…
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Afghanistan
UN, SCO Discuss Afghanistan Stability Efforts
DID Press: A senior-level meeting between the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the United Nations has taken place in New York City, focusing on regional cooperation, peace, security, and efforts to stabilize Afghanistan and Central Asia. According to an SCO press…
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Government
Erdogan Says Confronting Zionism Is a Struggle for Turkey’s Survival
DID Press: Recep Tayyip Erdogan has sharply criticized Israel’s policies, saying that confronting Zionism is not merely a political stance but a struggle tied to the security and survival of the Turkish nation. Speaking at a meeting of the Justice…
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Afghanistan
CSTO Says Afghanistan-Linked Security Threats Remain Top Concern in Central Asia
DID Press: The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) has stated that threats originating from armed groups in northern border areas of Afghanistan remain the primary security challenge in Central Asia. Victor Vasiliev, chairman of the CSTO Permanent Council, said during…
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Government
Naim Qassem Hails Iran’s Role and Rejects Disarmament of Resistance
DID Press: Naim Qassem has stated that Iran, despite sustained pressure and Israeli attacks, has become a decisive force in shaping the future of the region, while describing the resistance as the core pillar of Lebanon’s independence. Qassem said Iran’s…
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Government
North Korea Moves to Equip Navy With Nuclear Weapons
DID Press: Kim Jong Un has announced that North Korea has begun equipping its navy with nuclear weapons as part of a broader strategy to strengthen military deterrence and enhance the country’s maritime strike capabilities. State media reported that Kim…
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Government
Lebanese PM Rejects Any Continued Israeli Presence on Lebanese Territory
DID Press: Nawaf Salam has reaffirmed Lebanon’s demand for a full Israeli withdrawal from occupied areas, stressing that Beirut will not accept Israeli forces remaining in “even two occupied points” on Lebanese soil. Speaking about ongoing discussions in Washington, Salam…
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