International
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Israeli Minister Smotrich Apologizes to Saudis After Controversial Remarks
Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich apologizes to Saudis over offensive remarks, sparking regional backlash and tensions amid peace process talks.
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Iran Imposes New Restrictions on Afghan Pilgrims Visiting Mashhad
Iran has introduced new restrictions limiting Afghan pilgrims to 14 days in Mashhad, aiming to better manage religious visits and…
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UN Expert Condemns Public Execution by Taliban in Badghis
UN expert condemns Taliban for public execution in Badghis, calling it cruel and urging an end to the death penalty…
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US Sanctions Russian Oil Giants Rosneft and Lukoil Over Ukraine War
The US sanctions Rosneft and Lukoil over Russia's war in Ukraine, in the first direct action under Trump. EU and…
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Taliban Envoy Meets Indonesian Official in Jakarta to Discuss Regional Cooperation
Taliban envoy in Jakarta meets Indonesian official to discuss Durand Line tensions and Kabul-Islamabad agreement amid criticism of Taliban policies.
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Putin Oversees Major Russian Nuclear Drill Amid Rising Tensions with the West
Russia holds major nuclear exercise overseen by Putin, showcasing strategic capabilities as tensions with the West over Ukraine remain high.
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US Contacted Taliban During Border Clashes with Pakistan, Taliban Confirms
The Taliban says US officials contacted them during recent clashes with Pakistan as Qatar-led mediation efforts helped end the week-long…
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Trump Says Allies Ready to Deploy Troops to Gaza if Hamas Rejects Peace Deal
Trump says U.S. allies are ready to send troops to Gaza if Hamas rejects peace. Concerns mount over possible direct…
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Austria Deports First Afghan Migrant Since 2021 Taliban Takeover
Austria has deported an Afghan migrant convicted of serious crimes—the first such case since the Taliban's return to power in…
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UNICEF Distributes Educational Supplies to 1.5 Million Children in Afghanistan
UNICEF, in coordination with the World Bank, begins distributing school supplies to 1.5 million Afghan children amid education restrictions under…