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Friedrich Merz was elected Germany’s Chancellor after winning 325 votes in a second-round Bundestag vote on May 6. In a decisive second round of voting, the German Bundestag has elected Friedrich Merz, the leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), as the new Chancellor of Germany. The vote took place on Tuesday, May 6, following […]

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Donald Trump will visit Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar next week to boost economic cooperation and Gulf-US strategic partnerships. U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he will visit Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar next week. This marks his first official foreign trip since returning to office. According to Axios, citing one U.S. […]

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Former UN official Shashi Tharoor says Pakistan’s influence over the Taliban has sharply declined, turning Afghanistan into a strategic quagmire. Shashi Tharoor, former Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, has remarked on the declining influence Pakistan holds over the Taliban, a shift that has led to increasing tensions between the two entities. In his recent […]

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The New York Times wins a Pulitzer Prize for its report on the U.S. defeat and failures in Afghanistan. The winners of the prestigious 2025 Pulitzer Prizes have been announced on Monday, May 5th, with two awards given to reports from The New York Times and The New Yorker on the failures of the U.S. […]

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The UN reports that recent floods in Badakhshan have severely affected farmers and livestock owners, causing significant damage. Recent floods in the districts of Jurm and Baharak in Badakhshan province have inflicted significant financial damage on local farmers and herders, according to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). In a statement issued on […]

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Afghanistan exported over $15 million worth of carpets in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, the U.S., Germany, India, and the UAE. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has announced that Afghanistan exported carpets worth over $15.2 million in the year 2024. The ministry reported that a total of 6,632 metric tons of Afghan carpets were shipped […]

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A Chinese company plans to invest $50 million in Afghanistan to build a vehicle manufacturing plant, creating thousands of jobs. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce of the interim administrtaion has announced a major investment in the country’s automotive sector. A Chinese investor plans to invest $50 million to establish a vehicle manufacturing plant in […]

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The EU emphasized the importance of medical education access for Afghan women on International Midwives Day, aiming to improve healthcare. On May 5, the European Union marked the International Day of the Midwife by emphasizing the critical role of Afghan midwives in reducing maternal and infant mortality. The EU highlighted that empowering midwives strengthens Afghanistan’s […]

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Israel launched airstrikes in Yemen with 20 fighter jets after a Houthi missile hit Ben Gurion Airport, injuring civilians. On May 5, 2025, Israel conducted a series of airstrikes targeting Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen’s Hodeidah province. The operation was in response to a ballistic missile attack by the Iran-aligned Houthi rebels on Israel’s Ben Gurion […]

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India plans civilian defense drills to prepare for potential airstrikes, enhancing readiness amid rising tensions with Pakistan. As tensions rise between India and Pakistan, New Delhi has ordered states and territories across India to conduct civilian defense drills. This move aims to test defensive mechanisms for civilians in case of a potential airstrike. The Indian […]

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A U.S. court blocks Trump’s bid to end protections for 400,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. A U.S. federal court has rejected a Trump administration attempt to end temporary protected status (TPS) for approximately 400,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. The ruling was delivered on Monday, May 5, ordering the Department […]

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Pakistan’s Defence Minister warned that India could launch a military strike along the Line of Control at any moment, urging preparedness. As tensions escalate between India and Pakistan, Pakistan’s Defense Minister, Khawaja Mohammad Asif, has warned that an Indian military strike along the Line of Control (LoC) could occur at any moment. In a press […]

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Over 100 Afghan citizens were released from Pakistani prisons after being detained for up to 15 days, returning to Afghanistan. In the ongoing crackdown on Afghan migrants in Pakistan, the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriates of the Interim Government of Afghanistan announced the release of 104 Afghan detainees from Pakistani prisons. The Ministry reported on […]

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Israel’s war cabinet approves a controversial plan to fully control Gaza, escalating military actions and drawing international condemnation. Israel’s war cabinet has approved a controversial plan to fully seize control of the Gaza Strip, escalating military operations in a move that has sparked widespread reactions both regionally and internationally. According to Reuters, on Monday, May […]

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The UK Embassy highlights Afghanistan’s alarming maternal death rate, urging urgent action to improve healthcare and support midwifery education. On the occasion of International Day of the Midwife, the British Embassy in Afghanistan raised alarm over the country’s dire maternal health crisis, stating that Afghanistan has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the […]

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Recent India-Pakistan tensions have severely disrupted Afghanistan’s trade, stranding containers and causing major financial losses for Afghan exporters. Recent tensions between India and Pakistan have once again impacted Afghanistan’s fragile economy, creating serious challenges for the country’s most lucrative export market. The Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment (ACCI) has announced that over 2,000 containers […]

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Over 3,500 children in Gaza face starvation, with many more at risk, as the humanitarian crisis worsens under siege. Authorities in Gaza have reported that over 3,500 children under the age of five are at risk of death from starvation, while hundreds of thousands of other children are facing famine and death. The ongoing conflict […]

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Trump has imposed a 100% tariff on foreign-made films, aiming to revitalize the U.S. film industry and protect Hollywood. In a controversial move, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on all films produced outside the United States. The decision, revealed on Sunday, May 4, aims to revive the struggling American film industry, which […]

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On International Midwives Day, the EU praised Afghan midwives for their commitment amid growing challenges and restrictions on women’s healthcare and education. On the occasion of International Day of the Midwife, observed annually on May 5, the European Union Delegation in Afghanistan has expressed deep appreciation for the dedication and contributions of Afghan midwives. In […]

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New Zealand plans to invest $2 billion in new military helicopters as part of its defense strategy amid global tensions. New Zealand has announced a $2 billion NZD investment to replace its aging naval helicopters, a decision to be included in the upcoming national budget. The country’s defense officials highlighted the increasing global tensions as […]

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