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Syrian and Israeli Officials Hold Talks in Paris with U.S. Mediation

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Syrian and Israeli officials met in Paris with U.S. mediation to discuss reviving the 1974 ceasefire and reducing tensions in southern Syria amid ongoing clashes. Syria’s state news agency has reported that Foreign Minister Asad al-Shibani met an Israeli delegation in Paris on Tuesday to discuss regional stability and southern Syria. Israeli Channel 12 earlier […]

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U.S. and Europe to Work Out Ukraine Post-War Security Guarantees

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The U.S. and European allies will draft post-war security guarantees for Ukraine, exploring options from European troop deployments under U.S. command to potential American air support. Following Donald Trump’s pledge to help safeguard Ukraine if the war with Russia ends, U.S. and European military officials have begun drafting post-war security options. According to officials, the […]

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White House Launches Official TikTok Account Despite Uncertainty

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The White House has launched an official TikTok account despite looming U.S. ban deadlines, highlighting the platform’s influence while national security concerns remain unresolved. The White House has launched an official TikTok account even as the app’s future in the United States remains uncertain due to ongoing legal and security debates. Its first post, a […]

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Elon Musk Abandons Plans for New Political Party

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Elon Musk has abandoned plans to form a new political party, telling allies he will focus on his companies and avoid antagonizing powerful Republicans. Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla, has stepped back from his previously floated idea of forming a new political party in the United States. The Wall Street Journal reported on […]

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India Will Ban Online Money Gaming Industry

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India will ban online money gaming under a draft bill, aiming to curb addiction and financial harm despite strong investor interest in the rapidly growing industry. India is considering sweeping legislation to ban online games involving money, a move that could disrupt a booming sector projected to be worth $3.6 billion by 2029. Reuters reported […]

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India and China to Resume Direct Flights After Four-Year Suspension

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India and China have agreed to restart direct flights, suspended since 2020, alongside border trade reopening and visa easing, marking a significant step toward normalizing strained ties. India and China have agreed to resume direct flights between the two countries and reopen border trade at three designated Himalayan passes, marking a significant step in resetting […]

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76 Returning Migrants from Iran Killed in Herat Highway Crash

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A road accident on the Herat–Islam Qala highway killed 76 returning migrants from Iran, including children, after their vehicle collided with a truck and motorcycle. A deadly traffic accident in Herat province has left at least 76 people dead, making it one of the most catastrophic road incidents in Afghanistan in recent years. The crash […]

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U.S. Lawmakers Push Enduring Welcome Act to Support Stranded Afghan Allies

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The U.S. Congress has introduced the bipartisan Enduring Welcome Act, aiming to restore Afghan relocation efforts, reunite families, and honor commitments to war allies left behind. A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced the Enduring Welcome Act, a bill designed to reestablish America’s commitments to Afghan allies left behind after the Trump administration dismantled the […]

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U.S. Issues Travel Warning for Citizens on Afghanistan

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The U.S. State Department has strongly advised citizens against traveling to Afghanistan, citing a heightened risk of arbitrary detention. The U.S. Department of State has issued a strong advisory urging American citizens to avoid traveling to Afghanistan, citing heightened risks to their safety and security. In a statement released on Tuesday, August 19, the Consular […]

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UNICEF and WHO to Launch Polio Vaccination Campaign in Afghanistan

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UNICEF and WHO will launch a new polio vaccination campaign in Afghanistan this month, aiming to deliver one million doses to children under five amid rising cases. UNICEF, in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), has launched a fresh polio vaccination campaign in Afghanistan amid growing concerns about rising infections. In a joint statement […]

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Egypt Declares Palestinian Displacement from Gaza a Red Line, Citing National Security

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Egypt’s foreign minister said the forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza is a “red line,” stressing Cairo will not permit threats to its sovereignty or security. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has declared that the forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza is a “red line,” stressing that Cairo will not allow its national security or […]

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US Revokes Over 6,000 Student Visas Under Trump

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The Trump administration revoked over 6,000 foreign student visas, citing overstays, crimes, and security concerns, sparking criticism that the policy harms academic freedom and America’s global reputation. A senior US State Department official has confirmed that the Trump administration has revoked visas for thousands of foreign students, citing immigration violations, criminal offenses, and, in some […]

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UN: Record 383 Aid Workers Killed in 2024

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The United Nations has announced that at least 383 humanitarian workers have been killed worldwide since the start of 2024, marking what it called a “shocking record.” In a report released on Tuesday, August 19, to mark World Humanitarian Day, the UN urged greater protection for civilians and aid staff in conflict zones. The report […]

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Pakistan Declares Safe Zones, Bars Undocumented Migrants

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Pakistan has declared Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Murree, and Haripur as safe zones, barring undocumented migrants, tightening visa enforcement, and banning SIM issuance and property transactions without legal status. Pakistani authorities have announced that several major cities will be designated as “safe zones,” where undocumented migrants will be barred from residence or settlement. The decision was […]

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Israeli Strikes Kill Dozens in Gaza as Hamas Endorses Ceasefire Proposal

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Israeli strikes on Gaza shelters killed dozens, even as Hamas approved a 60-day ceasefire plan. Over 62,000 Gazans have died since the war began. Israeli strikes on shelters for displaced families in Gaza killed at least eight people in Khan Younis and four more in Deir al-Balah, hospital officials confirmed. Al Jazeera reported on Tuesday, […]

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Germany Seeks Return of Afghans Deported by Pakistan

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Germany has urged Pakistan to allow the return of Afghan refugees deported under Berlin’s resettlement program, stressing their right to continue visa processing and protection. Germany’s Foreign Ministry has confirmed that more than 200 Afghans, previously accepted under its refugee program, have been deported by Pakistan back to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. On Monday, August 18, Foreign […]

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30 Afghan Female Students Will Be Relocated from Qatar to Canada

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Thirty Afghan female students stranded in Qatar will be relocated to Canada, as the University of Regina and a rights group secure funding to support their continued education. The University of Regina, in partnership with a Canadian human rights organization, is working to secure funding to bring 30 Afghan female students from Qatar to Canada. […]

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46 Afghans Among 800 Executed in Iran in less than Eight Months

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In less than eight months, Iran has executed 46 Afghan nationals amid a surge in executions, raising concerns over due process, human rights, and growing international criticism. A human rights organization reported on Monday, August 18, that Iran has carried out at least 800 executions in less than eight months of 2025, averaging around 100 […]

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Pakistan Records Two New Polio Cases, Total Reaches 21 in 2025

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Pakistan has recorded two new polio cases, raising the total to 21 in 2025, as health officials stress repeated vaccination remains vital against the incurable disease. Pakistani media have reported two new confirmed cases of polio, bringing the total number of infections in the country this year to 21. According to health officials, the new […]

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Trump Says Russia Will Give Security Guarantees to Ukraine

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Donald Trump said Russia has agreed to provide security guarantees to Ukraine, calling it an important step as discussions continue on ceasefire prospects and long-term peace efforts. Security guarantees for Ukraine dominated U.S. President Donald Trump’s meeting with European leaders at the White House on Monday. Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin had taken a […]

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