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The Punjab Counterterrorism Department announced the arrest of Amin-ul-Haq, Osama bin Laden’s former assistant and a senior Al-Qaeda leader, in Punjab. In a statement released on Friday, July 19, the department stated: “Amin-ul-Haq was involved in numerous terrorist activities.” Dawn News Pakistan reported that Amin-ul-Haq’s name is listed among the global terrorists by the United […]

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Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, made a surprise visit to southern Gaza and met with Israeli forces. According to the Associated Press, Netanyahu stated that this trip was necessary for Israel to maintain control over the border areas of Gaza with Egypt. The Prime Minister’s office shared images of Netanyahu’s meeting with Israeli […]

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Hundreds of residents from the Bannu district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province staged protests early Friday morning, July 19, against the insecurity in their area. Reports indicate that as protesters attempted to enter a military base in Bannu, army forces fired shots towards them. The call for these protests was initiated by local traders who claim […]

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The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has reported a significant movement of people in and out of Afghanistan during the second quarter of this year. According to the IOM, over 532,000 individuals departed Afghanistan between April and June, while more than 858,000 entered the country during the same period. The reasons for leaving Afghanistan vary, […]

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Donald Trump stated in his speech on the final day of the National Republican Convention that China had taken control of Bagram Air Base. Trump criticized Joe Biden for abandoning Bagram Air Base and leaving behind military equipment worth $85 billion in Afghanistan. He stated that the importance of Bagram is not because of Afghanistan […]

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The Afghanistan Journalists Center (AFJC) reported that seven media outlets have been shut down in the first half of 2024 under Taliban orders. The center also documented 89 violations against journalists and media, including 60 threats and 29 detentions. On Thursday, July 18th, the Afghanistan Journalists Center highlighted the situation of media and journalists during […]

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Amnesty International has urged the German government not to abandon Afghan refugees in Pakistan amidst concerns over their uncertain fate. According to a statement released on Wednesday, July 17th, the organization reported 3,700 Afghan refugees in Islamabad awaiting transfer to Germany. Additionally, 15,000 more individuals in Afghanistan are in contact with the German government. Amnesty […]

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Prisons are expected to serve as correctional facilities for those who have committed crimes. However, in Pakistan, they are often criticized for their treatment of inmates, which some argue is more punitive than reformative. Instead of rehabilitating individuals, Pakistani prisons are often seen as environments that can transform minor offenders into hardened criminals. Journalist Sajjar […]

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In response to India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar’s recent assertions on the foundational role of people-to-people connections in India’s relationship with Afghanistan, many Afghans express skepticism and disappointment, perceiving these claims as lacking substantive support. Jaishankar emphasized India’s commitment to fostering bilateral ties through humanitarian aid, highlighting contributions such as food, essential medicines, and pesticides […]

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China has announced that it has suspended negotiations with the United States over nuclear arms control in protest against the U.S. sale of weapons to Taiwan. On Wednesday, Lin Jian, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, told reporters that recent U.S. arms sales to Taiwan have “seriously jeopardized the political atmosphere for continuing serious […]

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Chinese media reported that a fire in a shopping center in southern China had claimed the lives of 16 individuals. According to Xinhua News Agency, updated on Thursday, 30 people who were trapped were rescued from the scene. Chinese authorities initially announced six casualties immediately after the fire, but shortly thereafter, the death toll from […]

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Over the past decades, Pakistan has faced significant challenges related to radicalization and terrorism. Instances of terror financing, training of militants, and harboring known terrorists have drawn global attention. In response, the international community has imposed various sanctions and anti-money laundering protocols on Pakistan, which has struggled with economic instability due to poor macroeconomic decisions […]

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In a recent study from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, research shows that fathers with first-born daughters demonstrate a stronger commitment to women’s human rights in Afghanistan. The research advises Afghan men to support women and girls to bring about real change in Afghanistan. Conducted by researchers at the Lab for Human Security at the […]

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On the third night of the National Republic Party Convention, families of 13 U.S. soldiers killed during the American withdrawal at Kabul Airport expressed support for Donald Trump. In the suicide bombing on August 26, 2021, at least 169 Afghans and 13 U.S. soldiers were killed. The ISIS-K group claimed responsibility for this deadly suicide […]

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Local officials in Badakhshan province report that five people have died and 13 others were injured as a result of a traffic accident. The Security Command of Badakhshan province stated that the incident occurred on Wednesday, July 17, on the road to Kohistan district in the province, resulting in five fatalities and 13 injuries. According […]

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Karen Decker, a U.S. Embassy official for Afghanistan, expressed solidarity with the recent flood victims in Nangarhar, Laghman, and Panjshir provinces, stating that her country is arranging emergency aid for those affected by the floods. On Wednesday, July 17th, the U.S. Embassy official for Afghanistan posted on social media that they are monitoring the situation […]

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The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation announced the expulsion of over two thousand Afghan migrants from Iran and Pakistan. The ministry stated on Thursday, July 18th, in a newsletter, that a total of 2,243 Afghan migrants were expelled from Iran and Pakistan in one day. According to the ministry’s newsletter, those expelled entered the country […]

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As the 2024 Paris Olympics approaches, French media have reported that nearly a thousand security personnel have been deployed to ensure the security of the opening ceremony along the Seine River, where 10,000 athletes will participate in a parade. The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, scheduled for July 26th of this year, is set […]

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Israeli media have reported that the country’s parliament (Knesset) has passed a resolution rejecting the establishment of a Palestinian state with a majority vote. According to the Israel Times, in a report released early this morning Thursday, July 18th, the resolution was supported by coalition parties of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, right-wing opposition parties, and […]

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Recently, the White House announced that recent tests indicate President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19. The announcement was made on Wednesday, July 17th, through a statement mentioning that Biden abruptly canceled his scheduled speech in Las Vegas, Nevada, following the examinations. Karen Jean Pierre, White House spokesperson, stated that President Biden is experiencing […]

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