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Trump’s National Security Adviser Michael Waltz: U.S. Forces Will Not Return to Afghanistan

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Michael Waltz, National Security Adviser under President Donald Trump, has confirmed that U.S. troops will not return to Afghanistan. This announcement signals a significant shift in U.S. policy, moving away from the long-standing strategy of maintaining a military presence in the region.  Archived Link   Waltz highlighted the administration’s focus on strengthening intelligence and counterterrorism […]

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Explained: Why earthquakes happen frequently in Afghanistan? 

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Image Credit: AFP Afghanistan’s Badakhshan region experienced a 4.5 magnitude earthquake on Sunday, 22 December 2024. The tremor, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, is one of several recent quakes in the disaster-prone region. Economic Times Archived Link  According to the UNOCHA, over 275,000 people have been affected by earthquakes in Afghanistan in […]

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Explained: Iran’s Intensified Efforts to Deport Afghan Refugees and its Impact

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Image Credit: AFP Afghanistan has faced decades of conflict, leading many Afghans to seek refuge in neighboring countries, including Iran and Pakistan. Iran hosts the most Afghan refugees, with an estimated 4.5 million Afghan refugees living there as per UNHCR. This includes 780,000 registered refugees and an estimated 2.6 million undocumented refugees.  In recent months, […]

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Explained: Recent Developments in India-Afghanistan Ties

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India and Afghanistan have long shared strong cultural, traditional and political ties. However, the India-Afghanistan diplomatic ties have undergone significant transition since the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan in August 2021. India has not officially recognized the Taliban government but has maintained a pragmatic approach to safeguard its interests in the region.  In a […]

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Explainer: Three Years of Taliban Rule in Afghanistan

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The Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan in August 2021 marked a new and uncertain chapter in the country’s history, reshaping its political landscape and creating a new set of challenges. The swift collapse of the Afghan government, following the withdrawal of U.S. and NATO forces, was unexpected and has led to significant changes in […]

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“Diplomatic Standoff: Afghanistan Embassy in India announces permanent closure.”

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India and Afghanistan have nurtured enduring cultural, historical, and traditional bonds over centuries. India’s commitment to Afghanistan extends beyond sentiment, encompassing active participation in diverse developmental endeavors, spanning infrastructure, education, aid, and capacity-building initiatives. However, the landscape shifted significantly with the Taliban’s takeover of Kabul, altering the regional dynamics of South Asia. In May 2023, […]

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