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Lukashenko wins re-election as Belarus President

3 months ago

The Belarusian Election Commission has declared Alexander Lukashenko the winner of the presidential election for the seventh consecutive term. According to the Associated Press, the Central Election Commission of Belarus announced early Monday, January 27, that Lukashenko secured nearly 87% of the votes in the presidential election. Reports indicate that the other four candidates in […]

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UNHCR calls on Tajikistan to stop deporting Afghan refugees

3 months ago

The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has called on Tajikistan to halt the deportation of Afghan refugees, urging Dushanbe to immediately cease this practice. The request follows Tajikistan’s deportation of dozens of Afghan refugees last month. UNHCR stated that at least 80 Afghan refugees were forcibly returned to Afghanistan in December 2024. UNHCR noted […]

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Abbas Stanikzai denies rift with Taliban leadership, cites health leave

3 months ago

Following reports of Abbas Stanikzai leaving Afghanistan before being arrested on orders from Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, Stanikzai has stated that he has no disagreements with the Taliban leader and that he left for rest due to health reasons. In his statement on Monday, the Taliban’s Deputy Foreign Minister claimed that he had contracted an […]

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Afghanistan’s Central Bank to auction $27 million amid rising Dollar rates

3 months ago

Following the rise in the value of the U.S. dollar against the Afghanistan’s currency, the Central bank, under Taliban administration, has announced the auction of $27 million. The bank stated in a press release on Tuesday, January 28 that this amount will be introduced into the market on Wednesday to stabilize the exchange rate. The […]

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German opposition Leader calls for deportation of 40,000 Refugees

3 months ago

Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU), accused Chancellor Olaf Scholz of “delaying” deportations and pointed out that five months have passed since the last deportation flight to Afghanistan. Merz, who is a strong contender in the upcoming elections, stated that 40,000 asylum seekers in Germany are eligible for deportation. He referred to […]

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WFP Warns: 15 million Afghans face hunger amid aid cuts

3 months ago

The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that a reduction in international aid has left the organization unable to assist half of the 15 million people in Afghanistan who are in dire need of food. Hsiao-Wei Lee, the head of the WFP, stated on Monday, January 27, that millions of Afghans, especially women and children, […]

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DeepSeek’s Rise: A wake-up call for American Tech Dominance, says President Trump

3 months ago

The launch of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI technology, coincided with a significant drop in the stock value of American tech companies. U.S. President Donald Trump described this development as a “wake-up call” for American industries. Despite the competitive threat posed by DeepSeek, Trump described the innovation as a positive step and an opportunity for U.S. […]

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Iran confirms purchase of Russian Su-35 Fighter Jets

3 months ago

A senior commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed that the country has purchased Russian Su-35 fighter jets, amid growing Western concerns over Tehran’s military cooperation with Moscow. This marks the first official acknowledgment from an Iranian official regarding the acquisition of these advanced jets. However, in an interview with the Iranian […]

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Gas truck explosion kills 6, injures 31 in Pakistan

3 months ago

International media reports indicate that a gas truck explosion in eastern Punjab has resulted in the deaths of six people and injuries to at least 31 others. According to Reuters, the incident occurred on Monday, January 27 in the Multan region of Pakistan following a gas tank explosion. Muhammad Bilal, a rescue official, stated that […]

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China’s DeepSeek buzz sparks $1.2 trillion Tech stock drop, challenging US AI giants

3 months ago

Nvidia and other major U.S. tech firms saw a sharp drop on Monday, January 27, amid AI competitiveness concerns. Chinese startup DeepSeek challenged U.S. leadership, leading to an 11% drop in Nvidia’s stock—its worst since March 2020, according to reports. The market decline also affected other AI-related stocks. Micron and Arm Holdings fell by over […]

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China urges mutual understanding in ties with India, says foreign minister

3 months ago

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the need for China and India to work together, explore substantive measures, and commit to mutual understanding during his meeting with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in Beijing on Monday, according to a report by Reuters. The discussion comes as both nations seek to build on recent efforts to […]

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Explosion kills one child, injures five in Paktia, Afghanistan

3 months ago

Local officials in Paktia province report that a child was killed and five others were injured following the explosion of an unexploded rocket shell left from past wars. Muneeb Zadran, spokesperson for the Taliban police in Paktia, stated that the incident occurred on Sunday in the Gol Ghundi area of Zazi Aryub district when children […]

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Addressing Global Challenges in Systemic Misconduct and Governance

3 months ago

Around the world, incidents involving legal and regulatory challenges have increasingly drawn attention to systemic issues within governance, migration, and institutional accountability. Recent events in 2025 exemplify this trend, with over 220 individuals deported from countries such as the United States, China, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia. Notably, a significant proportion of these individuals were identified […]

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Taliban deny approval for female students’ scholarship to Pakistan

3 months ago

Reports have surfaced suggesting that Afghanistan’s girls might be allowed to pursue higher education in Pakistan, provided they are accompanied by a male guardian. However, Afghanistan’s Ministry of Higher Education has denied such claims. Hafiz Ziaullah Hashimi, spokesperson for the ministry, stated on Monday, January 27 that the reports about a conditional agreement with Pakistan […]

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Colombia agrees to deportation flights after Trump’s Tariff threats

3 months ago

Colombia backed down from a potential trade war with the U.S. after President Trump threatened tariffs and visa restrictions for rejecting U.S. military planes carrying deported migrants. President Gustavo Petro initially responded with retaliatory tariffs and refused to accept migrants unless they were treated with dignity and respect. However, the government later agreed to Trump’s […]

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Indian Sikh family accused of using Afghan identity to enter UK, court case delayed to 2026

3 months ago

According to the British newspaper Daily Mail, the court hearing for an Indian Sikh family accused of identity fraud at Heathrow Airport in London will not take place until 2026. The family is facing charges of identity falsification and violating UK immigration laws. Following their claim, the UK government relocated the Sikh family to a […]

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Rising Dollar value sparks concerns over food prices in Afghanistan

3 months ago

With the increasing value of the U.S. dollar against the Afghanistan’s currency, many citizens have expressed concerns about its impact on food prices and have called on the authorities to take serious action. Azizullah, a Kabul resident, told Khaama Press that he is worried about the rising cost of food in the country. He stated, […]

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Israeli Army kills over 20 in Lebanon, one in Gaza amid Ceasefire Deal

3 months ago

According to international media reports, the Israeli army has shot and killed more than 20 people who were returning to their homes in Lebanon and Gaza under ceasefire agreements. The Associated Press reported that under two ceasefire agreements between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, as well as Hamas in Gaza, hundreds of people were supposed […]

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Afghanistan’s Futsal star Omid Qanbari joins Iraq’s Al-Jaish Club

3 months ago

Officials from the Futsal Committee of the Afghanistan Football Federation have announced that national futsal player Omid Qanbari has joined the Iraqi club Al-Jaish. The federation revealed on Monday, January 27 that Qanbari attracted interest from international clubs following his impressive performance in the 2024 Futsal World Cup held in Uzbekistan. According to the federation, […]

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