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European Parliament Hosts Military Groups Opposing TalibanDeveloping

European Parliament Hosts Military Groups Opposing Taliban

The European Parliament is hosting military groups opposing the Taliban, marking a shift from prior focuses on humanitarian aid and women's rights, according to sources. The EU maintains a policy of limited engagement with the Taliban without recognition.

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Russia to Continue Support for UN Drug Prevention Efforts in Afghanistan and Central AsiaReliable

Russia to Continue Support for UN Drug Prevention Efforts in Afghanistan and Central Asia

Russia pledged continued cooperation with UNODC on preventing drug use among youth in Afghanistan, Central Asia, and neighboring countries. Deputy Foreign Minister Dmitry Lyubinsky attended a UN session highlighting digital prevention efforts.

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Over 15,000 Foreign Citizens Receive Work Permits in Afghanistan in Past Four YearsReliable

Over 15,000 Foreign Citizens Receive Work Permits in Afghanistan in Past Four Years

Afghanistan's Ministry of Labor reports over 15,000 foreign workers, mainly from China, Turkey and Iran, have received one-year work permits in the past four years. Factory workers and managers in Kabul highlight the value of foreign expertise in technical roles and skill transfer.

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India denies Pakistan's claim of role in Taliban-Pakistan tensionsReliable

India denies Pakistan's claim of role in Taliban-Pakistan tensions

India's foreign ministry spokesperson denied Pakistan's accusations of Indian involvement in Taliban-Pakistan border tensions, calling them baseless amid ongoing clashes and mutual casualty claims.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi Criticizes UNESCO's Silence on Bombing of Historical SitesReliable

Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi Criticizes UNESCO's Silence on Bombing of Historical Sites

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi condemned UNESCO for not responding to Israel's alleged bombing of Iranian historical sites, including UNESCO-listed monuments. He made the remarks on X amid escalating tensions.

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Afghanistan's National Buzkashi Team to Participate in Kazakhstan Tournament; Cricket Board Announces Series Postponement, Leadership ChangeReliable

Afghanistan's National Buzkashi Team to Participate in Kazakhstan Tournament; Cricket Board Announces Series Postponement, Leadership Change

Afghanistan's Buzkashi team will compete in Kazakhstan's Kokpar tournament after a nine-year gap. The cricket board postponed the Sri Lanka series and appointed Ibrahim Zadran as T20 captain replacing Rashid Khan.

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Rising US-Iran Tensions Raise Fears of Wider War and Risks to India's Oil Imports

Khaama Press reports fears that US attacks on Iran and Middle East tensions could disrupt oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, threatening India's imports and risking wider war, including nuclear escalation.

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Hasht-e Subh Analyzes Trump's Approach to US-Israel Conflict with IranUnverified

Hasht-e Subh Analyzes Trump's Approach to US-Israel Conflict with Iran

Hasht-e Subh commentary highlights the implications of a US-Israel war with Iran for Afghan migrants and regime parallels, criticizing Trump's inconsistent strategy and historical US failures in the region.

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