Important News
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UN says solar power is a practical solution for Afghanistan’s villages
UNDP says solar power could help bring electricity to rural Afghanistan, support services, jobs and reduce dependence on imports.
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Razavi Khorasan Urges More Education and Health Aid for Migrants
Razavi Khorasan calls for more international aid for migrant education and healthcare as Afghan migrant numbers rise in Mashhad.
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Afghanistan Still Not Invited to Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Bishkek
Afghanistan has not yet received a formal invitation to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, officials and observers say.
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Afghanistan Wins Leadership Seat and Hosting Rights in Asian Cricket Council
Afghanistan secures a leadership seat and hosting rights in the Asian Cricket Council after approval at its annual meeting in…
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Damascus Court Sentences Former Syrian Mufti to Life in Prison
Damascus court sentences former Syrian mufti Ahmed Hassoun to life in prison over civil war and crimes against humanity charges.
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Reuters Says Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Spoke by Phone with Trump Before Tehran Visit
Reuters says Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir called Donald Trump before traveling to Tehran for talks with Iranian officials.
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Iran says rail freight transfers with Afghanistan have risen sharply
Iran says rail freight with Afghanistan has surged to 130,000 tons a month, with further growth expected by next year.
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Family Goes Missing in Helmand Sand Dunes, Highlighting Dangers of Southern Routes
A family went missing in Helmand's Bahramcha dunes, highlighting the dangers of travel through southern Afghanistan's remote desert routes.
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UN Mission Urges Livelihood Support After Poppy Ban in Badakhshan
UNAMA says Badakhshan’s poppy ban has deepened economic hardship and calls for more investment in alternative livelihoods.
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Iran says Chabahar-Zاهدan railway will open new transit route for Afghanistan
Iran says the Chabahar-Zاهدan railway will open a new transit route for Afghanistan and boost regional trade links.