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Pakistan Follows Up on China Meeting with Afghanistan, Emphasizes Doha CommitmentsReliable

Pakistan Follows Up on China Meeting with Afghanistan, Emphasizes Doha Commitments

Pakistan is following up on its recent talks with Afghanistan in China by emphasizing security guarantees and Doha commitments. Political figures and experts highlight dialogue as essential for reducing tensions and enhancing bilateral ties.

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Three Arrested Following Attempted Arson Attack on Iran International Media Building in LondonReliable

Three Arrested Following Attempted Arson Attack on Iran International Media Building in London

British police arrested a 16-year-old boy and two men aged 19 and 21 after an attempted arson attack on the Iran International media building in London that caused no injuries or major damage. The incident is not currently being treated as terrorism, though counter-terrorism officers are involved due to similarities with recent attacks and investigations continue.

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Increase in Herat Province's Gas Share in the TAPI ProjectReliable

Increase in Herat Province's Gas Share in the TAPI Project

The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has announced that Herat province's gas share in the TAPI project has increased from 500 million to 4.3 billion cubic meters. The change is expected to reduce energy costs by 15-25 percent, generate savings and jobs, with the first phase in the province due to finish by the end of 2026.

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Turkish Foreign Minister Meets Syrian President Ahead of Antalya Diplomacy ForumReliable

Turkish Foreign Minister Meets Syrian President Ahead of Antalya Diplomacy Forum

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Antalya ahead of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum hosted by Turkey under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The event brings together world leaders to discuss global politics, regional issues, and diplomatic solutions to conflicts with a focus on the Middle East.

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Russia Reports Significant Increase in Goods Transit via Afghanistan Route Due to Iran RestrictionsReliable

Russia Reports Significant Increase in Goods Transit via Afghanistan Route Due to Iran Restrictions

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin reports a significant increase in goods transit via the North-South corridor, including through Afghanistan and Central Asia, due to disruptions in Iran from last year's attacks. Development of the corridor continues as planned.

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Iranian Official Says Global Registration File for Traditional Windmills to Be Pursued Jointly with AfghanistanReliable

Iranian Official Says Global Registration File for Traditional Windmills to Be Pursued Jointly with Afghanistan

An Iranian official says a UNESCO file for the global registration of traditional windmills found in Iran and Afghanistan is nearing completion after six to seven years of work and is set for joint submission. The nomination could strengthen cultural ties between the two countries similar to the shared registration of Nowruz.

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Qatar Welcomes Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire as Important Step to Reduce TensionsReliable

Qatar Welcomes Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire as Important Step to Reduce Tensions

Qatar's foreign ministry welcomed the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, urging full implementation and appreciating mediation by Donald Trump. Iran also welcomed the truce, with analysts saying it could build confidence if sustained diplomacy prevails.

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UN Report Shows Afghanistan's Trade Deficit Rose to 9.56 Billion Dollars in 2024Reliable

UN Report Shows Afghanistan's Trade Deficit Rose to 9.56 Billion Dollars in 2024

A UN report indicates Afghanistan's trade deficit grew from 6.72 billion dollars in 2023 to 9.56 billion dollars in 2024, citing declining aid and other economic challenges as risks for increased poverty and instability.

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Afghanistan Moving Toward Self-Sufficiency in Bottle ProductionReliable

Afghanistan Moving Toward Self-Sufficiency in Bottle Production

Afghanistan is advancing toward self-sufficiency in bottle production, with officials predicting full self-sufficiency by the end of the year, an increase in the number of factories to 20 and expanded exports to Gulf and European countries under the Islamic Emirate.

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