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International media has reported that the West Bengal state parliament in India, responding to widespread protests over the brutal rape and murder of a female doctor in the state, has approved the death penalty for perpetrators of sexual assault in its latest legislation. CBS News has reported that the West Bengal state parliament passed the […]

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Matthew Miller, spokesperson for the U.S. State Department, has condemned the attack on civilians in Balochistan and stated that Washington stands “shoulder to shoulder” with Pakistan in counterterrorism efforts. Geo News Pakistan reported on Thursday, September 4th, citing Matthew Miller, that the U.S. has declared support for Pakistan in combating terrorism. According to Mr. Miller, […]

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The Iran Human Rights Organization emphasized that executions of Afghan citizens in Iran have increased since the Taliban took power, with 11 Afghan citizens executed in the past month. The organization published a report on Tuesday, September 3rd, stating that Iran executed 100 individuals in August of this year alone. According to the Iran Human […]

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South Korean media reported that Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, has ordered the execution of 30 government officials for their failure to prevent floods and landslides that resulted in the deaths of 4,000 people and displaced tens of thousands at the beginning of summer. South Korean media, citing an anonymous source in […]

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In a sweeping change, the Speaker of the Parliament of Ukraine announced on Thursday that Dmytro Kuleba, the country’s Foreign Minister, along with five other officials, have submitted his resignation. Ruslan Stefanchuk confirmed on social media that he received the resignation of Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, on Thursday, 4th of September. He added that […]

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Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Afghanistan, has described the attack on Darul Aman in Kabul as “shocking” and emphasized that the perpetrators must be brought to justice. In a statement posted on X/Twitter on Tuesday, September 3rd, Bennett declared that nothing can justify such “violence.” The UN Special Rapporteur for […]

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Donald Bloom, the U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan, has discussed the Afghan refugee crisis with Ishaq Dar, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister. Pakistani media reported on Tuesday, September 3rd, citing a statement from the U.S. Embassy, that both sides discussed the 1.7 million undocumented Afghan migrants currently residing in Pakistan. This discussion comes as […]

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The House Foreign Affairs Committee has summoned Antony Blinken, the U.S. Secretary of State, to testify regarding the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Michael McCaul, the committee chairman, has warned Blinken that if he does not appear before the committee on September 19, he could face charges of contempt of Congress. The U.S. State Department has […]

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The United Nations has announced that António Guterres, the organization’s secretary-general, has appointed Georgette Gagnon as the new Political Deputy of UNAMA in Kabul. According to a statement released late Tuesday, September 3rd, Ms. Gagnon has worked for many years in peace, human rights, humanitarian assistance, and development in conflict-affected countries. Georgette Gagnon, a Canadian […]

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Afghanistan’s futsal team will face New Zealand today in their third match of the Continental Cup in Thailand after securing one win and one loss. The Afghanistan Football Federation recently announced that this game will be held on Wednesday, September 4, in Thailand. The national team will face New Zealand. Officials from the federation added […]

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On Tuesday, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland announced the indictment of senior Hamas leaders for their roles in planning, supporting, and executing the deadly October 7 attack in southern Israel. According to the statement, the U.S. Department of Justice has charged Yahya Sinwar, the new Hamas leader, and at least five other senior leaders of […]

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The Nigerian Army reported that at least 37 people were killed in an attack attributed to Boko Haram militants in the northern part of the country. Officials stated that the motorbike-riding militants targeted a local market, opening fire and setting shops and homes ablaze. According to local sources cited by Reuters, several residents are still […]

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The Pentagon responded to the recent ISIS suicide attack in Kabul by stating that the ISIS-Khorasan branch remains a significant threat. General Ryder, a Pentagon spokesperson, told media that Washington will take appropriate measures to address this threat. On Tuesday, ISIS claimed responsibility for a deadly suicide attack targeting employees of the former Attorney General’s […]

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The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) was launched close to 10 years ago, but it is struggling to meet its envisaged expectations. The CPEC is a crucial part of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), but many of its components have been marred by slow implementation, making them infeasible and unviable. Several thermal power, hydroelectric, transport […]

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Ukrainian officials reported that on Tuesday, a Russian missile attack on a military institute in Poltava, Ukraine, resulted in over 50 deaths and 271 injuries. The regional governor stated that 15 more individuals might still be trapped under the rubble of the building. Reuters, referencing social media images of the attack, described several bodies lying […]

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On Tuesday, French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin announced that at least 12 people have died after a boat carrying migrants capsized while crossing from France to the UK in the English Channel. French media reported that rescue operations are ongoing for more than 50 other individuals who were on the boat. The situation remains critical […]

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Thomas West, the U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan, condemned the recent suicide attack by ISIS-K against employees of the Attorney General’s Office. The attack, which occurred the day before, targeted officials working in Kabul and has been widely denounced by international observers. West stated that there is “no justification for attacking innocent people,” emphasizing the […]

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The recent report of the United Nations Security Council highlights internal divisions among its members regarding the approach to the situation in Afghanistan. The September 2024 Monthly Forecast revealed a lack of consensus on how best to support the country and address its complex issues. While there is general agreement on the desire for a […]

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Kuwait defeated Afghanistan’s national futsal team 4-3 on Tuesday afternoon in a match at the continental five-a-side tournament in Bangkok, Thailand. This was Afghanistan’s second match in the tournament. The team’s upcoming match is against New Zealand on Wednesday. Thailand is hosting the continental tournament, which includes teams from Afghanistan, Thailand, Guatemala, New Zealand, and […]

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The Afghanistan Red Crescent Society has announced that it has provided sewing supplies to 50 widowed women upon completing vocational training. Sheikh Shahabuddin Delawar, the head of the Afghanistan Red Crescent, reported the distribution of these aids at the organization’s central nursery on Tuesday, September 3. He urged charities and investors to collaborate with the […]

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