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Putin holds talks with US Special Envoy Vitkoff

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Putin met with U.S. Special Envoy Vitkoff to discuss potential solutions for the ongoing Ukraine conflict and peace efforts. On April 11, Steve Vitkoff, the U.S. Special Envoy, met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg to discuss potential peaceful solutions to the ongoing war in Ukraine. The meeting took place in the Presidential […]

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UNAMA calls for immediate halt to executions in Afghanistan

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UNAMA has urged the Taliban to immediately stop executions in Afghanistan, calling for a suspension of capital punishment to uphold human rights. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has strongly condemned the recent execution of four individuals by the Taliban, calling it a violation of the fundamental right to life. The agency urged […]

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Washington warns Tehran of Severe Consequences ahead of Direct Nuclear Talks

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The U.S. warns Iran of severe consequences if Trump’s demands are rejected, as both sides prepare for direct nuclear talks. A White House spokesperson announced that direct talks between the United States and Iran regarding Tehran’s nuclear program will take place on Saturday. The discussions are expected to focus on critical points related to Iran’s […]

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UN, Rights Groups Criticize Pakistan’s Afghan Repatriations

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Pakistan has launched a new phase of its repatriation campaign, expelling thousands of Afghan nationals from its territory, a move that has drawn widespread concern from human rights organizations, international agencies, and civil society groups. The latest round of deportations reportedly includes Afghans who have lived in Pakistan for decades, with many holding legal residency […]

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Senator Welch urges US to help Afghan Refugees

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Senator Welch is urging the U.S. government to provide immediate support for Afghan refugees who assisted U.S. forces during conflict. Peter Welch, a U.S. Senator from Vermont, is warning that the United States has abandoned thousands of Afghan refugees who worked alongside the U.S. government during the conflict. On Friday, April 11, he criticized the […]

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China imposing 125% tariffs on US imports amid trade war

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China is announcing 125% tariffs on U.S. imports starting Saturday, escalating tensions as the trade war between the two powers continues. The Chinese Ministry of Finance announced on Friday, April 11, that it will impose new tariffs on U.S. imports, raising the rate to 125 percent. China is imposing 125% tariffs on U.S. imports from […]

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Afghan Woman Honored with Royal Medal in Canada for Community Contributions

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An Afghan-born woman residing in Canada has been recognized with one of the country’s highest honorary distinctions for her outstanding service to the community. The King Charles III Coronation Medal was awarded during a ceremony at Concordia University in Montreal. Nilab Ferooz, who serves as President of the Ismaili Council for Quebec and the Maritimes, […]

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Thousands of Afghans in the U.S. at Risk of Deportation After Losing Legal Protection

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WASHINGTON, April 11 — In a move raising deep concern among Afghan communities in the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has officially ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for citizens of Afghanistan, leaving thousands at risk of deportation in the coming weeks. The decision, announced by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, concludes the protection previously […]

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Terrorism still main obstacle to better ties with Kabul, says Foreign Ministry

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Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry says terrorism remains the main hurdle in improving bilateral ties with Kabul, citing ongoing security concerns and cross-border threats. Shafqat Ali Khan, spokesperson for Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that terrorism remains the primary obstacle to improving bilateral relations with the Taliban-led administration in Afghanistan. His remarks were made during Pakistan’s […]

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192 Afghanistan citizens released from Pakistani prisons

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192 Afghanistan citizens were released from Pakistani prisons and returned home. The Taliban’s Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation has announced that 192 Afghan nationals have been released from various prisons across Pakistan and returned to Afghanistan. The return took place on Thursday, April 10, following their release the day before, according to an official statement […]

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Israel dismisses dozens of Air Force Reservists over Gaza War protest

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Israel has dismissed dozens of Air Force reservists after they signed a letter protesting the ongoing war in Gaza, sparking controversy. Israeli Air Force Chief Tomer Bar has issued orders to dismiss around 90 reservist personnel who signed a protest letter calling for an end to the Gaza war, according to Israeli media reports. The […]

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Tourist Helicopter crash in New York City kills six

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A tourist helicopter crashed into New York’s Hudson River, killing all six onboard, including a Spanish family and the pilot. A tragic helicopter crash occurred in New York City on Thursday afternoon when a Bell 206 model aircraft plunged into the Hudson River, killing all six passengers on board. The crash took place around 3:00 […]

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UN Condemns Taliban’s Public Execution in Afghanistan

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The UN condemned Taliban’s public executions of four individuals in Nimroz, Farah, and Badghis, calling it a clear violation of international law. Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Afghanistan, has strongly condemned the recent execution of four individuals by the Taliban. The executions took place in the provinces […]

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UNICEF provides Health Services to over 20 million people in Afghanistan in 2024

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UNICEF provided essential health services to over 20 million people in Afghanistan, including nearly 10 million children and mothers, during the year 2024. In 2024, UNICEF provided essential health services to more than 20 million people in Afghanistan, half of whom were children, according to its annual report released on Thursday, April 10. These services […]

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Germany to expand deportation plan to Afghanistan under new Government

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Germany’s new government plans to expand deportations to Afghanistan, targeting rejected asylum seekers amid growing political pressure and migration concerns. German media have reported that the country’s future government plans to resume deportation flights to Afghanistan and Syria as part of a tougher immigration policy targeting undocumented migrants and rejected asylum seekers. According to Deutsche […]

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Germany to lengthen citizenship pathway for refugees

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Germany’s new coalition plans to end the fast-track citizenship option, requiring migrants to live five years before applying for nationality. Germany’s incoming coalition government, formed by conservative and social democratic parties, has announced plans to scrap the three-year fast-track citizenship path for migrants. Under the new policy, migrants will be eligible for German citizenship after […]

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EU and China to discuss minimum prices for Chinese Electric Vehicle

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The EU and China agreed to begin talks on setting minimum prices for Chinese electric vehicles to avoid further trade tariffs. The European Commission announced on Thursday that the European Union and China have agreed to begin negotiations over tariffs imposed by the EU on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) last year. The two sides are […]

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Pakistan issues ultimatum to Afghan migrants awaiting Western relocation

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Pakistan has warned Afghan migrants awaiting relocation to Western countries to leave by end of April or face possible deportation. The Interior Ministry of Pakistan has warned that thousands of Afghan nationals, who have applied for resettlement in Western countries, may face deportation if not relocated by the end of April. The warning comes amid […]

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US and Iran to hold direct talks on Saturday

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The U.S. and Iran will hold direct nuclear talks on Saturday, aiming to ease tensions and prevent further escalation. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Thursday that American and Iranian representatives are set to engage in direct talks this Saturday regarding Iran’s nuclear program. The announcement marks a significant diplomatic shift in Washington’s […]

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Freshta Jami sentenced to life in UK for attempting to join ISIS

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Freshta Jami was sentenced to life in the UK for attempting to join ISIS-K and planning terrorist activities in Afghanistan. Freshta Jami, an Afghan woman, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a UK court after being found guilty of attempting to join ISIS-Khorasan in Afghanistan. The court ruled that she posed a serious threat […]

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