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ICRC Warns of Worsening Water Crisis in Afghanistan
Islamic Emirate Reports Civilian Killed, Woman Wounded in Pakistani Fire in Kunar
Qatari Military Helicopter Crashes into Sea During Patrol
Islamic Emirate Member Assumes Control of Afghan Embassy in Berlin, German ARD Reports
Taliban Appoints New Charge d'Affaires at Afghan Embassy in Berlin Without German Approval
Trump Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Iran Over Strait of Hormuz
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ReliableIran's Pezeshkian says Strait of Hormuz open to all but enemies after Trump ultimatum
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the Strait of Hormuz is open to all except enemies, warning the U.S. and Israel against escalation following Donald Trump's ultimatum to reopen the waterway. He stressed Iran's unity and readiness to respond decisively amid rising regional tensions.
ReliableFrench Human Rights Ambassador Urges Afghan Women's Inclusion in Decision-Making
Rom condemned Taliban restrictions on women and urged international support following meetings with Afghan activists.
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ReliablePakistan Army Chief Warns Afghanistan Soil Must Not Be Used Against Pakistan
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir warned that Afghanistan must not be used as a base for attacks against Pakistan and that security forces would act against such threats. The statement comes amid heightened tensions, mutual accusations of cross-border militancy, and recent Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan that Taliban officials say targeted civilians.
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ReliableTaliban Faces Governance Challenges Amid Border Closures, Insurgencies and Economic Pressures
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ReliableAfghani Increases 9.93% Against US Dollar in Solar Year 1404, Central Bank Reports
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ReliableFinancial Times Editorial Highlights World's Inattention to Afghanistan Amid Taliban-Pakistan Tensions
A Financial Times editorial criticizes global inattention to Afghanistan nearly five years after the Taliban's takeover, citing curbs on women, soured Pakistan ties, cross-border strikes and terrorism risks. It urges US pressure on Pakistan, incentives for the Taliban and potential Chinese mediation to avert regional instability.
Monitoring Report Highlights Use of American Prisoners as Political Pressure
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