Opinion
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Taliban Shifts from Cautious Neighborly Relations to Strategic Alliance with the US
The Taliban is moving from cautious dealings with neighbors to a deeper alliance with the US, impacting its regional relationships…
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Assassination in Central Tehran: When the Shadow of the Taliban Crosses the Border
Three Afghan generals were assassinated in Tehran in a suspected Taliban attack, highlighting transnational security threats for Iran and Afghanistan.
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Insecurity of the Dead Under Taliban Rule Sparks Concern in Darulaman
In Darulaman, dozens have been detained over a burial in a century-old cemetery, raising concerns about security for both the…
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Serajuddin Haqqani’s Calculated Show of Power in Kandahar Signals Strong Intra-Taliban Rivalry
Serajuddin Haqqani's visit to Kandahar highlights ongoing power struggles within the Taliban and hints at Western strategies for Afghanistan's governance.
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Navigating the AI Challenge: Growing Distrust in Online Videos and Images
With AI making hyper-realistic fakes, online videos and images are harder to trust—raising concerns over truth, evidence, and public awareness.
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Taliban Faces Strategic Deadlock Amid Regional Diplomatic Push
The Taliban risks regional isolation after rejecting Iran-led peace efforts and facing concerns over terrorism threats under its rule.
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Taliban Sees Iran as an Inevitable Neighbor, Not a Strategic Partner
Taliban avoids Iran-hosted talks, signaling cautious ties. Iran is viewed as a neighbor, not a strategic partner, in Taliban's foreign…
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Taliban Boycotts Tehran Summit, Citing Strategic and Ideological Divides with Iran
Taliban skips Tehran summit, signaling tactical ties and deep ideological and strategic rift with Iran amid pressure from the U.S.…
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Taliban Clerics Issue Fatwa Against Cross-Border Fighting Amid Tensions with Pakistan
Taliban clerics issue fatwa banning cross-border conflict, signaling de-escalation in tensions between Kabul and Islamabad amid regional power dynamics.
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Taliban Executes Alleged Killer Using 13-Year-Old Survivor in Public Spectacle
Taliban forces 13-year-old boy to execute alleged killer in public, sparking global outrage over child rights and deteriorating human rights…