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16:35, september 27, 2023

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Qatar to host the first horticultural exhibition

Qatar’s capital, Doha, will host the International Horticultural Exhibition EXPO-2023.

15:09, september 27, 2023

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Kabul denies UNSC members’ concerns about Daesh activities in Afghanistan

The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has once again denied the concerns of the UN Security Council (UNSC) members about Daesh (the Arabic acronym for the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL)

11:37, september 27, 2023

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12th Conference of Ministers of Culture in the Islamic World stresses importance

The 12th Conference of Ministers of Culture in Islamic World kicked off in Qatar’s capital, Doha, on Monday (September 25) under the theme ''Toward renewing cultural action in the

15:35, september 19, 2023

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Many leaders want the annual UN gathering to focus on the climate crisis and their economic difficulties

The BBC says the 140 or so world leaders gathering in New York for their annual assembly have a lot on their plate: Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a global cost of living crisis, a worsening

11:39, september 19, 2023

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World Food Program may withdraw from Afghanistan over budget shortfall

The World Food Program (WFP) has warned that if it does not secure sufficient funding to assist those in need in Afghanistan, it will be forced to halt its operations there.

15:32, september 18, 2023

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India’s government wants to change the country’s name to ‘Bharat’

The Associate Press ( AP ) reported on September 5 that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has replaced the name India with a Sanskrit word in dinner invitations sent to guests

13:53, september 14, 2023

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There are fears that 20,000 have died in Libyan flooding

BBC reports that there are fears that as many as 20,000 people may have died in the flooding that's devastated northern Libya after dams burst during storms.

09:34, september 14, 2023

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China becomes first to formally name new ambassador to Afghanistan under Taliban

China became the first country yesterday to formally name a new ambassador to Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover, after its envoy presented credentials at a ceremony in Kabul.

10:54, september 13, 2023

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Putin urges to prevent the emergence of migrant ghettos in Russia

Russian media reports says Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for a careful approach to the situation with the influx of migrants into the country.

10:05, september 12, 2023

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Morocco earthquake death toll passes 2,800

Media reports say rescuers are searching through rubble and trying to reach isolated communities after a devastating earthquake struck Morocco, killing thousands and leaving more injured or

16:39, september 8, 2023

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One of the largest financial groups in the world will suspend operations with Russia and Belarus

HSBC Group announced plans to stop servicing corporate clients from Russia and Belarus.

08:58, september 8, 2023

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The Kremlin has warned about the consequences of the transfer of Russian assets to Ukraine

Secretary Blinken announced the transfer of Russian assets, blocked in the United States, to support Ukrainian veterans.

11:00, september 7, 2023

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The Ministry of Defense of Russia proposed to put prisoners on military registration

The Ministry plans to call it "special military accounting".

09:40, september 7, 2023

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The UN will stop helping two million Afghans with food due to lack of money

Food aid to two million people in Afghanistan will be cut this month, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) said on Tuesday.

15:12, september 4, 2023

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The Taliban signed a $6.5 billion contract for the development of Afghan deposits

The Ministry of Mining and Oil Industry of "Taliban" signed agreements on the development of seven fields totaling more than $6.5 billion.

09:13, august 24, 2023

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Reuters: Russia received spare parts for aircraft through Tajikistan

At least $1.2 billion worth of aircraft parts flowed to Russian airlines from May last year - when most U.S.

14:23, august 23, 2023

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Will India become the fourth lunar power?

India has a chance to dilute the lunar triumvirate of Moscow, Washington and Beijing.

11:15, august 23, 2023

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UN: Taliban executed more than 200 ex-officials without trial

The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has documented at least 218 extrajudicial executions of former officials and military personnel after the Taliban came to power.

16:37, august 22, 2023

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Water resources policy. Are water conflicts looming over Central Asia?

An ambitious infrastructure project in Afghanistan threatens to escalate water shortages in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.

15:10, august 14, 2023

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Should we recognize the rule of the Taliban?

It has been two years since the Taliban came to power in Afghanistan, but no country has officially recognized their rule.

17:38, august 9, 2023

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Prince Rahim Aga Khan and His Holiness Pope Francis meet in Portugal

Prince Rahim Aga Khan on August 4 met His Holiness Pope Francis in Lisbon, during the Pope’s visit to mark World Youth Day, a week-long religious and cultural event established by the Catholic

11:16, august 4, 2023

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Islamic State terror group confirms death of its leader, names successor

Media reports said yesterday that the Islamic State (IS) terror group has confirmed the death of its leader Abu Hussein al-Husseini al-Quraishi and named Abu Hafs al-Hashimi al-Quraishi as his

10:43, august 2, 2023

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China restricts civilian drone exports, citing Ukraine and concern about military use

Media reports say China on July 31 announced export controls on some drones and drone-related equipment.

11:56, august 1, 2023

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Women from Tajikistan duped into assembling military drones in Russia

Eurasianet reported on July 31 that a pair of investigative journalism outlets has reported on a Russian state-backed program designed to lure young women from developing countries, including

11:53, july 31, 2023

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At least 44 killed and nearly 200 others wounded in suicide attack at Pakistan rally

Media reports, citing Pakistani officials, say an attack on Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam gathering in northwestern Bajaur district killed at least 44 people and wounded nearly 200 others.

11:31, july 28, 2023

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Uzbek national arrested in Moscow for an attempt to smuggle precious stones in his underwear

Customs officers have seized more than 60 pieces of precious stones (diamonds) at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport, according to Russia’s Federal Customs Service.

10:34, july 28, 2023

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Taliban to entrust Afghanistan’s lithium mines to foreign companies, while Tajikistan actively exploring its lithium deposits;

Amu TV reported on July 24 that in a bid to boost revenue, the Taliban has opted to relinquish control of Afghanistan’s lithium mines, which hold considerable value and are deemed one of the

11:23, july 26, 2023

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China’s foreign minister ousted after month-long unexplained absence from public view

Media reports say China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang was dramatically ousted on July 25 after a prolonged absence from public view and replaced by his predecessor in a surprising and highly

11:08, july 26, 2023

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Ban on women's beauty parlors goes into effect on July 25

July 25 was the deadline given by the Ministry of Vice and Virtue of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) for women’s beauty parlors before many of them are closed.

11:02, july 25, 2023

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Qatar to host the first horticultural exhibition

Qatar’s capital, Doha, will host the International Horticultural Exhibition EXPO-2023.

Kabul denies UNSC members’ concerns about Daesh activities in Afghanistan

The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has once again denied the concerns of the UN Security Council (UNSC) members about Daesh (the Arabic acronym for the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL)

12th Conference of Ministers of Culture in the Islamic World stresses importance

The 12th Conference of Ministers of Culture in Islamic World kicked off in Qatar’s capital, Doha, on Monday (September 25) under the theme ''Toward renewing cultural action in the

Many leaders want the annual UN gathering to focus on the climate crisis and their economic difficulties

The BBC says the 140 or so world leaders gathering in New York for their annual assembly have a lot on their plate: Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a global cost of living crisis, a worsening

World Food Program may withdraw from Afghanistan over budget shortfall

The World Food Program (WFP) has warned that if it does not secure sufficient funding to assist those in need in Afghanistan, it will be forced to halt its operations there.

India’s government wants to change the country’s name to ‘Bharat’

The Associate Press ( AP ) reported on September 5 that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has replaced the name India with a Sanskrit word in dinner invitations sent to guests

There are fears that 20,000 have died in Libyan flooding

BBC reports that there are fears that as many as 20,000 people may have died in the flooding that's devastated northern Libya after dams burst during storms.

China becomes first to formally name new ambassador to Afghanistan under Taliban

China became the first country yesterday to formally name a new ambassador to Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover, after its envoy presented credentials at a ceremony in Kabul.

Putin urges to prevent the emergence of migrant ghettos in Russia

Russian media reports says Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for a careful approach to the situation with the influx of migrants into the country.

Morocco earthquake death toll passes 2,800

Media reports say rescuers are searching through rubble and trying to reach isolated communities after a devastating earthquake struck Morocco, killing thousands and leaving more injured or

One of the largest financial groups in the world will suspend operations with Russia and Belarus

HSBC Group announced plans to stop servicing corporate clients from Russia and Belarus.

The Kremlin has warned about the consequences of the transfer of Russian assets to Ukraine

Secretary Blinken announced the transfer of Russian assets, blocked in the United States, to support Ukrainian veterans.

The Ministry of Defense of Russia proposed to put prisoners on military registration

The Ministry plans to call it "special military accounting".

The UN will stop helping two million Afghans with food due to lack of money

Food aid to two million people in Afghanistan will be cut this month, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) said on Tuesday.

The Taliban signed a $6.5 billion contract for the development of Afghan deposits

The Ministry of Mining and Oil Industry of "Taliban" signed agreements on the development of seven fields totaling more than $6.5 billion.

Reuters: Russia received spare parts for aircraft through Tajikistan

At least $1.2 billion worth of aircraft parts flowed to Russian airlines from May last year - when most U.S.

Will India become the fourth lunar power?

India has a chance to dilute the lunar triumvirate of Moscow, Washington and Beijing.

UN: Taliban executed more than 200 ex-officials without trial

The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has documented at least 218 extrajudicial executions of former officials and military personnel after the Taliban came to power.

Water resources policy. Are water conflicts looming over Central Asia?

An ambitious infrastructure project in Afghanistan threatens to escalate water shortages in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.

Should we recognize the rule of the Taliban?

It has been two years since the Taliban came to power in Afghanistan, but no country has officially recognized their rule.

Prince Rahim Aga Khan and His Holiness Pope Francis meet in Portugal

Prince Rahim Aga Khan on August 4 met His Holiness Pope Francis in Lisbon, during the Pope’s visit to mark World Youth Day, a week-long religious and cultural event established by the Catholic

Islamic State terror group confirms death of its leader, names successor

Media reports said yesterday that the Islamic State (IS) terror group has confirmed the death of its leader Abu Hussein al-Husseini al-Quraishi and named Abu Hafs al-Hashimi al-Quraishi as his

China restricts civilian drone exports, citing Ukraine and concern about military use

Media reports say China on July 31 announced export controls on some drones and drone-related equipment.

Women from Tajikistan duped into assembling military drones in Russia

Eurasianet reported on July 31 that a pair of investigative journalism outlets has reported on a Russian state-backed program designed to lure young women from developing countries, including

At least 44 killed and nearly 200 others wounded in suicide attack at Pakistan rally

Media reports, citing Pakistani officials, say an attack on Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam gathering in northwestern Bajaur district killed at least 44 people and wounded nearly 200 others.

Uzbek national arrested in Moscow for an attempt to smuggle precious stones in his underwear

Customs officers have seized more than 60 pieces of precious stones (diamonds) at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport, according to Russia’s Federal Customs Service.

Taliban to entrust Afghanistan’s lithium mines to foreign companies, while Tajikistan actively exploring its lithium deposits;

Amu TV reported on July 24 that in a bid to boost revenue, the Taliban has opted to relinquish control of Afghanistan’s lithium mines, which hold considerable value and are deemed one of the

China’s foreign minister ousted after month-long unexplained absence from public view

Media reports say China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang was dramatically ousted on July 25 after a prolonged absence from public view and replaced by his predecessor in a surprising and highly

Ban on women's beauty parlors goes into effect on July 25

July 25 was the deadline given by the Ministry of Vice and Virtue of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) for women’s beauty parlors before many of them are closed.

Poland plans to form an engineer battalion that will be deployed near the border with Belarus

Poland will form an engineer battalion and deploy it in the city of Augustów near the border with Belarus.