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Economic Crisis in Herat Leaves Poor Families Unable to Meet Living Needs During Ramadan
Axios: US Attack on Iran May Begin Sooner and More Extensively Than Expected
Pakistan Defense Minister Warns of Airstrikes in Afghanistan if Necessary
Central Asian contact group meets in Astana on Afghanistan security and economic issues
AMSO: Situation of Afghan Journalists in Pakistan and Iran Critical
Afghan Taekwondo Athlete Marzieh Hamidi Receives International Women's Rights Award at Geneva Summit
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