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Richard Bennett, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on human rights for Afghanistan, is set to visit Canada to discuss the human rights crisis in Afghanistan. From October 20 to November 1, Bennett will meet with Canadian officials, Afghan refugees, and civil society representatives. The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) announced on Friday, […]

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Khalil al-Hayya, the deputy head of Hamas’ political bureau, confirmed that Yahya Sinwar had been killed. Al-Hayya added that the Israeli hostages in Gaza would not be released until Israel’s “aggression” against the Gaza Strip stops and Israeli forces withdraw. Previously, Bassem Naim, a senior Hamas official, indirectly confirmed Yahya Sinwar’s death through a statement. […]

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Smartphone addiction is widespread among Afghans, with many showing signs of nomophobia, the fear and anxiety of being without a mobile phone, according to a study by the UK-based University of Surrey released on Thursday. The study surveyed 754 undergraduate medical students from Kabul University of Medical Sciences, mostly aged 18 to 29. It found […]

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Lebanon’s Hezbollah militant group announced on Friday that it is entering a new phase of escalation in its war against Israel, following the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Iran echoed Hezbollah’s sentiment, stating that Sinwar’s death would strengthen the spirit of resistance. Sinwar, who masterminded the October 7, 2023 attack that led to the […]

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European Union leaders agreed on Thursday to use all available tools, including development aid, trade, diplomatic efforts, and visa policies, to expedite the return of illegal migrants to their home countries. Following the meeting in Brussels on October 17, EU leaders called on the European Commission to “immediately” draft legislation to speed up the return […]

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NATO defense ministers gathered in Brussels to discuss the serious challenges facing the military alliance, including the growing threat of ISIS. On Thursday, the U.S. Defense Secretary warned that ISIS remains a global threat requiring international attention. A decade ago, when the U.S.-led international coalition began operations to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria, the […]

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Mumbai police announced on Thursday that they had foiled a plot to assassinate Bollywood star Salman Khan using smuggled weapons from Pakistan. Police reported that a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang had been arrested and charged with conspiring to kill the actor. A Mumbai official revealed that an individual named Sukha Elias had made […]

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Pakistan has announced strict measures to prevent Afghan nationals from obtaining Pakistani national ID cards and passports. Attaullah Tarar, Pakistan’s Minister of Information, stated that passport applications will be reviewed in three stages. On Thursday, October 17, Tarar informed Pakistan’s National Assembly that advanced scanners and devices will be used to enhance the identity verification […]

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Israeli Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz confirmed on Thursday, October 17, 2024, the death of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas. Earlier, the Israeli army issued a statement reporting the killing of three Hamas militants during an operation in “Tel al-Sultan,” located in the northern part of Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip. The statement mentioned […]

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The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has announced that with support from China, it has provided essential food aid to approximately 250,000 people in Afghanistan over the past month. The aid included 2,000 tons of food items such as flour, wheat, vegetable oil, lentils, chickpeas, and salt. On Thursday, October 17, WFP issued a […]

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A senior Taiwanese security official told Reuters that the government’s assessments of China’s recent military drills around the island suggest that Beijing is preparing its military for a full-scale attack on Taiwan. On Monday, October 14, in response to remarks made by Taiwanese President Ching-te on the country’s National Day, which China called “separatist actions,” […]

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Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate for the U.S. presidential election, defended Joe Biden’s administration in a televised interview with Fox News but clarified that if she wins the election, her administration will not continue Biden’s government. According to Reuters, Harris discussed issues such as Biden’s mental health, her years as vice president, and her previous […]

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Written By: Zahra Rashidi Eggs are not only a delicious and complete meal, but they are also an integral ingredient in the production of many foods. For years, eggs have been recognized as a natural and complete food source. This report delves into the benefits and potential risks of consuming eggs. Many nutritionists consider eggs […]

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Reports indicate that the Iranian government has laid landmines along the route commonly used by Afghan migrants in the Kulgan area of Saravan. According to an insider, Iranian officials not only fired upon the migrants with extreme brutality but also caused fatalities as landmine explosions killed several during their attempt to cross the border. The […]

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Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal issued an arrest warrant for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday, citing her alleged involvement in mass killings during violent protests earlier this year. The protests, which initially started as a student-led movement against public sector job quotas, escalated into one of the deadliest periods of unrest in the country […]

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Lloyd Austin, the U.S. Secretary of Defense, emphasized America’s ongoing support for Israel, adding that the activation of the “TOD” missile defense system on Israeli soil is an example of this support. The U.S. Department of Defense announced on Wednesday, October 16th, that Lloyd Austin met with Yoav Gallant, Israel’s Defense Minister. Austin stressed the […]

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The Afghanistan national volleyball team has departed for Uzbekistan to participate in the Central Asia Championship. Volleyball federation officials said the team left for Tashkent today, Thursday, October 17th. The Central Asia Championship will feature national volleyball teams from Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, the Maldives, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Bhutan. Officials from the volleyball federation […]

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Human Rights Watch officials say recent discussions in the UN General Assembly’s Sixth Committee highlighted the urgent need for a dedicated treaty to address crimes against humanity. They expressly referred to Afghanistan, stating that such a treaty is essential for holding perpetrators accountable. They called for support of a draft resolution currently under consideration by […]

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the country’s army discovered Russian-made weapons during inspections of Hezbollah bases in southern Lebanon. In an interview with Le Figaro, he described the Russian weapons found at Hezbollah’s bases as “advanced.” According to him, “Hezbollah has dug hundreds of tunnels and storage depots in southern Lebanon, and we […]

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Written By: Tabasum Nasiry Several women participating in the 31st Agricultural and Livestock Products Exhibition in Kabul say that holding such exhibitions has provided them with market opportunities and that more attention should be given to this area. The 31st exhibition of agricultural and livestock products was held on Wednesday, October 16, in Badam Bagh, […]

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