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India reopens Wagah-Attari Border for Afghanistan transit trucks after weeks of disruption

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India has reopened the Wagah-Attari Border for Afghanistan transit trucks after weeks of disruption, easing trade and logistics challenges. Following a significant de-escalation in India-Pakistan relations and the implementation of a ceasefire agreement, the Wagah-Attari border has reopened to Afghanistan transit trucks. This vital land route, the only authorized corridor for trade between India and […]

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8 inmates escape from US jail in New Orleans through Toilet Hole

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Eight inmates escaped from a US jail in New Orleans by crawling through a toilet hole, sparking a nationwide manhunt. Eight inmates have escaped from the Orleans Justice Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, by crawling through a hole behind a toilet in their cell. The escape was discovered during a routine headcount on Friday morning, […]

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Taliban Commander killed in Border Clash with Pakistani soldiers in Paktika

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A border commander was killed by gunfire from Pakistani soldiers, following a clash along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. A Taliban border commander was killed in a skirmish with Pakistani border guards along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border in Paktika province. The incident occurred on Friday, May 16, 2025, in the Angur Ada area of Barmal district, near the […]

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US Lawmakers urge Congress to approve 20,000 additional Visas for Afghan allies

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U.S. lawmakers are pushing Congress to approve 20,000 additional Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) for Afghan allies at risk. Representative Jason Crow (D-CO) has called on Congress to allocate 20,000 additional Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) for Afghan nationals who assisted U.S. forces during the Afghanistan conflict. Crow emphasized the moral obligation to protect these individuals, many […]

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Biden’s Secret Afghanistan document sparks new controversy

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Joe Biden admitted keeping a classified Afghanistan document after his vice presidency, claiming it was for historical record and personal perspective. Former President Joe Biden has revealed that he retained a classified document concerning Afghanistan after leaving the vice presidency, intending to preserve it for historical record. The document, reportedly found among his personal books, […]

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Warning to Leave US: Thousands of Afghan Refugees in California receive deportation letters

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Thousands of Afghan refugees in California received urgent deportation letters, sparking fear and confusion amid ongoing immigration policy uncertainties. In recent weeks, thousands of Afghan refugees residing in California have received deportation notices from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These letters demand that recipients leave the United States within seven days, warning that […]

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Salman Rushdie’s attacker Hadi Matar sentenced to 25 years in prison

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Hadi Matar, who attacked author Salman Rushdie in 2022, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for attempted murder. Hadi Matar, the man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie during a 2022 lecture at the Chautauqua Institution in New York, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for attempted murder. The 27-year-old was convicted in […]

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Tajikistan warns of rising insecurity along Afghanistan border

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Tajikistan has warned about increasing insecurity along its border with Afghanistan, urging stronger security measures to address emerging threats. Tajikistan’s National Security Committee Chairman, Saimumin Yatimov, has called for the implementation of new operational methods along the Afghanistan border. He emphasized the need for updated strategies to address the growing threats of international terrorism and […]

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Iran’s Interior Minister calls for deportation of 2 million undocumented migrants

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Iran’s Interior Minister stressed the urgent need to deport around two million undocumented Afghan migrants due to limited national capacity. Iran’s Interior Minister, Eskandar Momeni, has said the country cannot host undocumented Afghan migrants. He stated that those without legal documents must return to Afghanistan. Momeni estimated around two million undocumented Afghans currently live in […]

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Backlash Erupts over Phone Call between Indian Foreign Minister and Amir Khan Muttaqi

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The phone call between India’s Foreign Minister and Amir Khan Muttaqi has sparked widespread backlash, drawing criticism from Afghan activists. A group of Afghan political and civil society activists strongly criticized India on Thursday for initiating direct diplomatic contact with the Taliban, calling it a betrayal of the Afghanistan people. The backlash came after India’s […]

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Trump lifts Syria Sanctions without notifying Israel, prompting regional tensions

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Trump lifted Syria sanctions without informing Israel, causing concern in Tel Aviv and prompting regional tensions, especially over Turkey’s growing influence. According to a report by Axios, the Trump administration did not inform Israel in advance about its decision to lift U.S. sanctions on Syria or about President Trump’s meeting with Syrian transitional government leader […]

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Supreme Court begins review of Trump’s Executive Order on Birthright citizenship

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The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing Trump’s order to limit birthright citizenship, potentially affecting thousands of children born to immigrants. The U.S. Supreme Court has begun reviewing President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship. The decision could affect thousands of newborns annually, as Trump seeks to change the traditional interpretation of the […]

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UN Warns: 500 Health Centers in Afghanistan at Risk of Closure Due to Aid Cuts

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The UN warns that U.S. aid cuts will lead to the closure of 500 health centers in Afghanistan, impacting millions. Andrew Saberton, the Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), warned that a $102 million reduction in U.S. aid would deprive 6.9 million Afghan women and children of essential healthcare services. This budget […]

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Trump says US and Iran are close to reaching Nuclear Deal

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President Trump announced that the U.S. and Iran are nearing a nuclear agreement, aiming to avoid military escalation. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Washington and Tehran are approaching an agreement on Iran’s nuclear program. Speaking in Doha on May 15, Trump expressed hope that a diplomatic solution would prevent military action against Iran’s […]

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Iranian FM: West unable to carry out Military Strikes on Nuclear Sites

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Iran’s Foreign Minister stated that Western powers engage in talks because they lack the capability to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities militarily. Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, recently stated that the primary reason Western nations engage in negotiations with the Islamic Republic is their inability to employ military force against Iran’s nuclear facilities. Speaking on […]

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Crackdown on TikTok users and influencers in Afghanistan intensified, arrested for activities deemed “Unlawful”

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The interim administration has escalated its crackdown on TikTok users and influencers in Afghanistan, arresting individuals for activities deemed “unlawful” by the regime. The Taliban’s Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice has reported the arrest of several social media users accused of engaging in “illicit activities.” Saif Khyber, the ministry’s spokesperson, […]

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CM Bugti Claims Taliban Support Behind Rising Militancy in Balochistan, Pakistan

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Chief Minister, Sardar Sarfraz Bugti claims rising militancy in Balochistan, Pakistan, is fueled by Taliban support, weak governance, and corruption, urging urgent action. Sardar Sarfraz Bugti, the Chief Minister of Balochistan, has highlighted a concerning escalation in insurgent activities within the province, attributing the intensification to support from the Taliban in Afghanistan. In a recent […]

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India’s FM Jaishankar, Amir Khan Muttaqi Talks: Kabul Supports as India Battles Terrorism, False Narratives

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India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar held a conversation with Acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi following the Pahalgam terrorist attack, which killed 26 civilians, mostly Hindu tourists, in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025. In an unprecedented tweet, Dr. Jaishankar publicly appreciated Taliban led Afghanistan administration’s clear condemnation of the Pahalgam […]

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India’s Rajnath Singh doubts Pakistan’s Nuclear Security

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India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh expressed concerns over Pakistan’s ability to securely manage its nuclear weapons, urging international oversight. Rajnath Singh, India’s Defense Minister, has called for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to take responsibility for overseeing Pakistan’s nuclear weapons. Singh referred to Pakistan as a “rogue” nation, expressing concerns over the security of […]

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Cannes Festival opens with a blend of Politics and Cinema

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The Cannes Festival opens with a unique blend of politics and cinema, showcasing global issues alongside artistic expression. The Cannes Film Festival, the most significant global cinematic event, began on Tuesday. From the very first night, two distinct aspects of the festival were on display, making it unique. On one hand, political themes and artistic […]

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