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Iran proposes the creation of a “Shanghai Regional Security Forum” to address common threats like terrorism and cybercrime. Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has proposed the formation of a Shanghai Regional Security Forum. The proposed forum would involve the defense and intelligence agencies of member countries to address growing shared threats, including terrorism, extremism, organized […]

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The UN Human Rights Office reports 875 Palestinian deaths during food distribution in Gaza over the past six weeks, citing credible sources. The United Nations Human Rights Office reported that at least 875 people have been killed in Gaza’s food distribution points over the last six weeks. Thamin al-Khaitan, spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner […]

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The Central Bank of Afghanistan has raised the weekly withdrawal limit from 150,000 to 350,000 Afghanis, addressing citizens’ needs. The Taliban-controlled Central Bank of Afghanistan has raised the weekly withdrawal limit for citizens from 150,000 to 350,000 Afghanis. This decision aims to better address citizens’ daily needs and improve services, according to the Central Bank. […]

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The Kremlin is carefully evaluating President Trump’s comments on increased U.S. military aid to Ukraine and its implications. Russia has responded to US President Trump’s statements on military aid to Ukraine, with Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov saying the remarks will be carefully assessed. Peskov emphasized that Trump’s comments, particularly about President Putin, are critical and […]

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UNAMA Chief Roza Otunbayeva urges immediate international assistance as Afghanistan faces worsening crisis from mass Afghan returnees deported from Iran. In response to the mass deportation of Afghan migrants from Iran, Roza Otunbayeva, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan and head of UNAMA, has called for immediate international assistance to address the escalating humanitarian […]

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Princeton University will host a conference on August 5 to address challenges, rights, and policy issues facing Afghanistan’s women today. Princeton University has announced an upcoming event focused on the current situation in Afghanistan, particularly the plight of women under the regime. The event is scheduled for August 5 and will feature Adela Raz, the […]

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Amnesty International warns the U.S. against deporting Afghan refugees, saying no one should be forced to return to danger. Amid the looming threat of deportation for thousands of Afghan refugees in the United States, Amnesty International has issued a strong warning, stating that no one should be forced to return to dangerous conditions. In a […]

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An Afghan man was fatally shot by Iranian forces near the border; another Afghan was injured in the same incident. An Afghan national, Abdulmanan Noorzehi, 27, was reportedly shot dead by Iranian military forces near the Iran-Afghanistan border, according to the Iranian human rights outlet Halvash. He was originally from Farah province and had been […]

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Four people lost their lives after a small plane crashed shortly after takeoff at a London airport; investigation underway. A small private aircraft crashed at a London airport on Monday, July 14, killing all four people on board. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff when the aircraft reportedly experienced technical difficulties. British police confirmed the […]

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A tragic fire at a Massachusetts nursing home left nine residents dead and over 30 injured, prompting urgent safety reviews. At least nine people have died and more than 30 others were injured after a fire broke out at a nursing home in Massachusetts, U.S. officials confirmed. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, July 13, […]

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Eleven people are missing after a passenger boat capsized near Indonesia’s Mentawai Islands due to a storm; rescue efforts continue. A tragic maritime accident occurred off the coast of Indonesia’s Mentawai Islands on Monday, July 14, when a passenger boat carrying 18 people, including 10 local government employees, capsized in the stormy waters of western […]

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Nearly two-thirds of the U.S. Justice Department unit tasked with defending Trump-era policies in court have resigned. A Reuters-reviewed list reveals that nearly two-thirds of lawyers from a U.S. Department of Justice unit—tasked with defending Trump-era policies—have either quit or plan to leave. The Federal Programs Branch, which handles legal defense of policies like limiting […]

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Afghan migrants in Iran can now seek help through their embassy to reclaim rental deposits (rahni) amid widespread deportations. Iranian authorities have announced measures to help Afghan migrants recover house deposits (rahni) that landlords have refused to return, especially in the wake of ongoing deportations. Nader Yarahmadi, Director General of the Foreign Nationals and Immigrants […]

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Stranded over 3.5 years in Pakistan, Afghan women with P-1 and P-2 cases plead for urgent U.S. immigration action. The Refugee Rights Watch has raised alarm over the prolonged delays in U.S. immigration processing for Afghan women who fled to Pakistan following the Taliban’s return to power. These women, many of whom hold Priority-1 (P-1) […]

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Thousands of Afghan nationals in the U.S. now face deportation after the official termination of their Temporary Protected Status. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially implemented the revocation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Afghan nationals. The decision, enacted on Monday, July 14, affects over 9,000 Afghans currently residing in […]

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U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg arrives in Kyiv as Trump pledges Patriot missiles and considers sending offensive weapons to Ukraine. U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, arrived in Kyiv on Monday to hold talks on military aid, security cooperation, and sanctions against Russia. Andriy Yermak, head of the Ukrainian presidential administration, said […]

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Ümit Özdağ, Turkish far-right leader, demands immediate deportation of Afghan refugees, calling for their return to home country. As mass deportations of Afghan migrants from Iran continue, Ümit Özdağ, leader of Turkey’s far-right anti-immigration Zafer Party, has called on President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s government to repatriate Afghan and Syrian refugees, citing “national security concerns.” Özdağ […]

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Trump warns that without a Ukraine peace deal within 50 days, he will impose harsh penalties against Russia immediately. U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that if a peace agreement to end the Ukraine war is not reached within the next 50 days, his administration will impose severe trade tariffs on Russia. He made the […]

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30 people killed and over 100 injured in sectarian clashes in Syria’s Suwayda, raising fears of wider unrest. The Syrian Interior Ministry confirmed that recent sectarian clashes in the city of Suwayda have left at least 30 people dead and over 100 wounded. The violence erupted over the weekend and escalated rapidly, prompting nationwide concern. […]

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Nearly 12,000 Afghan migrants face deportation from the U.S. after a federal judge ends their Temporary Protected Status program. In a significant blow to Afghan migrants in the United States, a federal judge in Maryland has ruled to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 12,000 Afghans, leaving them vulnerable to arrest and deportation. The […]

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