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The terrorism pretext: US-ISIS-Kurdish nexus preserves occupation of Syria
It's getting harder to ignore. The persistent ISIS presence in the Syrian desert only serves US aims to continue its military occupation and support for Kurdish separatism.
Feb 03, 2023
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Afghanistan: between pipelines and ISIS-K, the Americans are still in play
US trained and armed Afghan security forces are joining ISIS-K, which makes the US 'withdrawal' from Afghanistan look more like an American 'repositioning' to keep chaos humming
Nov 10, 2021
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Taliban confirms execution of ISIS-K leader
The revelation comes as ISIS intensifies its attacks in the city of Jalalabad
Sep 26, 2021
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To ‘defeat’ terrorism, Pakistan must counter its entrenched ideology
Part of the solution to Pakistan’s decades-long struggle against terrorism is to confront the embedded mindset behind it.
Jan 18, 2023
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Explosion in Kabul leaves several dead, injured
The explosion took place near the Afghan foreign ministry, where a Chinese delegation was reportedly due to meet with Taliban officials
Jan 11, 2023
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Abandoning Afghanistan is dangerous for its neighbors
Despite the Taliban's many shortcomings, only a unified, multilateral approach to negotiating with and recognizing the Islamic Emirate will safeguard the borders of neighboring states.
Dec 26, 2022
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Attack on religious school in northern Afghanistan, several children killed
Taliban security forces launched an investigation to determine the identities and affiliations of the attackers
Nov 30, 2022
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ISIS members behind last month’s Kabul school bombing killed in sting operation: Taliban
The Taliban says six ISIS fighters, who were involved in a recent suicide bombing on an Afghan educational center, were killed during the operation
Oct 22, 2022
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‘Samarkand Spirit’ to be driven by ‘responsible powers’ Russia and China
The SCO summit of Asian power players delineated a road map for strengthening the multipolar world
Sep 16, 2022
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Explosion at Afghan Mosque kills Taliban cleric, at least 18 civilians
Despite the numerous attacks against the Taliban government, the authorities claim that they have improved national security since their consolidation of power
Sep 02, 2022
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Why China seeks an Iran nuclear deal
Beijing has compelling reasons to prevent the Iran nuclear deal from collapse, and they mainly concern China's need for stability in the Persian Gulf
Aug 04, 2022
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US, Taliban officials meet to discuss release of Afghan reserves
The US seeks to establish a mechanism to allow Afghanistan access to its foreign reserves while restricting the Taliban from its use
Jul 29, 2022
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Afghanistan mosque bombing kills one and injures seven in Kunduz province
The Taliban has pledged to fight terrorism in Afghanistan, particularly the local ISIS affiliate, ISIS-K
Jun 17, 2022
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Were Iran’s Kurdistan strikes aimed at Turkish-Israeli entente?
The missile strikes in Erbil reveal a more assertive Iran in responding to Israel’s provocations. However, could they also be aimed at hampering Turkey and Israel’s recently restored relations?
Apr 11, 2022
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After Kazakhstan, the color revolution era is over
What happened in Kazakhstan increasingly looks like a US-Turkish-British-Israeli-led coup d'etat attempt foiled dramatically by their Eurasian adversaries
Jan 12, 2022
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Explosion kills one, injures three in Kabul
The 17 November explosion marked the third blast of the week in Kabul, with doubt growing over the Taliban's ability to rule Afghanistan
Nov 17, 2021
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Taliban officials announce hundreds of ISIS fighters arrested in Afghanistan
The interim authorities also claim that the armed group "is not considered a threat"
Nov 10, 2021
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Twin blasts rock Jalalabad, Afghanistan
Concerns grow over the increased presence of ISIS fighters in Afghanistan, as the Taliban hopes to attain official international recognition
Nov 07, 2021
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From Panjshir to Baku: Iran’s search for a new hard-power strategy in Eurasia
Iran may be a late comer to Caucasus geopolitics, but it plans to deliver a powerful opening gambit with some new allies in its corner
Nov 03, 2021
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Former US-trained shadow operatives bolstering the ranks of ISIS in Afghanistan: Report
Thousands of Afghan spies and soldiers left behind by Washington have turned to ISIS as the terror group intensifies attacks against the Taliban
Nov 01, 2021
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From Russia, With (Taliban) Love
Asia's powerbrokers dropped an Afghan bombshell in Moscow today: 'the country's reconstruction must be paid for by its military occupiers of 20 years.'
Oct 21, 2021
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Shia mosque bombing in Afghanistan kills 32, injures dozens
The deadly attack is the second to occur against a Shia mosque within a week
Oct 15, 2021
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Eurasia takes shape: How the SCO just flipped the world order
As a rudderless West watched on, the 20th anniversary meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization was laser-focused on two key deliverables: shaping up Afghanistan and kicking off a full-spectrum Eurasian integration.
Sep 22, 2021
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If the Taliban plays smart, Afghanistan can transform West Asia’s Silk Road story
Once the 'proud pearl' of the ancient Silk Road, Afghanistan is today in tatters. But if the Taliban plays smart, the Asian Silk Road can utterly transform the war-torn country's fortunes.
Sep 14, 2021
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Taliban condemns US airstrike on Afghan soil
The Taliban says Washington failed to contact them before launching an airstrike against alleged IS members
Aug 28, 2021
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Blowback: Taliban target US intel’s shadow army
The Kabul Airport bombing shows there are shadowy forces in Afghanistan, willing to disrupt a peaceful transition after US troops leave. But what about US intel's own 'shadow army,' amassed over two decades of occupation? Who are they, and what is their agenda?
Aug 27, 2021
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A least 60 dead following suicide bombing in Kabul’s International Airport – Update
Dozens killed in suicide attack
Aug 26, 2021
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