14 h. ago CAMEA Bulletin – News from Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (March 13, 2025)

CAMEA Bulletin – News from Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (March 13, 2025)  Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad

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54 h. ago Pakistani and China’s Special Envoys Discuss Afghanistan and Regional Security Concerns

Ambassador Yue Xiaoyong, China’s Special Envoy for Afghanistan, and his delegation were received in Islamabad today, Wednesday, March 12, 2025. The meeting focused on the evolving geopolitical landscape in the region, with a particular emphasis on the rising security concerns related to Afghanistan. Mohammad Sadiq, Pakistani Special envoy for Afghanistan, stated on social media platform […] The post Pakistani and China’s Special Envoys Discuss Afghanistan and Regional Security Concerns appeared first on Khaama Press.

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56 h. ago EU imposes Tariffs on €26 billion of US products in retaliation

Media outlets reported that the European Union responded to the U.S. decision to raise tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 25% by imposing tariffs on over $28 billion worth of U.S. goods. This retaliatory action from the EU was announced on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, and will take effect on April 1, 2025. Meanwhile, […] The post EU imposes Tariffs on €26 billion of US products in retaliation appeared first on Khaama Press.

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61 h. ago Ireland cancels upcoming Cricket series with Afghanistan due to ‘Financial Issues’

The Ireland Cricket Board has announced the cancellation of its upcoming matches with the Afghanistan national cricket team due to financial challenges. Originally, the two teams were set to compete in a Test match, three One-Day Internationals, and three T20 matches. However, on March 11, 2025, the Ireland Cricket Board removed these fixtures from its […] The post Ireland cancels upcoming Cricket series with Afghanistan due to ‘Financial Issues’ appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 d. ago Baloch Separatists kill 20 Pakistani soldiers, take 182 hostages in Railway Attack

Baloch separatists attacked a train in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, killing 20 soldiers and taking 182 hostages, including military personnel, in a violent assault. On March 11, 2025, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), a separatist group seeking Balochistan’s independence, hijacked the Jaffar Express train in Pakistan’s Balochistan province. The train, en route from Quetta to Peshawar […] The post Baloch Separatists kill 20 Pakistani soldiers, take 182 hostages in Railway Attack appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 d. ago Briefing to the United Nations Security Council by the Secretary

Briefing to the United Nations Security Council by the Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Roza Otunbayeva, 10 March 2025  ReliefWeb

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5 d. ago Afghanistan Situation: UNHCR | Assisted Afghan Returnees from Pakistan, Iran and other countries (2 March to 8 March 2025)

Afghanistan Situation: UNHCR | Assisted Afghan Returnees from Pakistan, Iran and other countries (2 March to 8 March 2025)  ReliefWeb

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6 d. ago Pakistan to expel Afghan citizens with ‘Citizenship Cards’ by March 31

The Pakistani government has set a deadline of March 31, 2025, for Afghan Citizen Card ACC” to leave the country, marking a significant step in its immigration policy. This decision has raised concerns among the Afghan community and international organizations, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by refugees in Pakistan. According to a report by Dawn […] The post Pakistan to expel Afghan citizens with ‘Citizenship Cards’ by March 31 appeared first on Khaama Press.

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7 d. ago WHO reports sharp increase in respiratory deaths in Afghanistan

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported an increase in respiratory-related deaths in Afghanistan, stating that 506 people died from respiratory diseases in January 2025. On Tuesday, March 4th, the WHO released a report revealing that the number of respiratory disease cases in Afghanistan in January 2025 increased by 54% compared to December 2024. According […] The post WHO reports sharp increase in respiratory deaths in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago Afghanistan: Suspended/Closed Health Facilities due to the U.S. Government Work

Afghanistan: Suspended/Closed Health Facilities due to the U.S. Government Work-Stop Ban (Update as of 4 March 2025)  ReliefWeb

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8 d. ago DTM Afghanistan: Weekly Flow Monitoring Snapshot (23 February

DTM Afghanistan: Weekly Flow Monitoring Snapshot (23 February - 01 March 2025, Data updated as of 21:00 on 01 March 2025)  ReliefWeb

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8 d. ago Afghanistan: Countrywide Weekly Market Report: Issue 238: Week 1 – March 2025

Afghanistan: Countrywide Weekly Market Report: Issue 238: Week 1 – March 2025  ReliefWeb

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1 week ago Terrorist attacks surge in Pakistan, civilian casualties rise by 175%, report reveals

The Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS) reported an increase in terrorist attacks in the country during February, with civilian casualties rising by 175%. The report, released on Sunday, March 2, 2025, reveals that Pakistan experienced 79 terrorist attacks last month, resulting in the deaths of 55 civilians and 47 security forces. According […] The post Terrorist attacks surge in Pakistan, civilian casualties rise by 175%, report reveals appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago UN Security Council to hold meeting on extension of UNAMA in Afghanistan

The United Nations Security Council is set to hold a meeting later this month to discuss the possible extension of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). According to a recent report from the Security Council published on Sunday, March 2, the upcoming session will take place in March 2025, aimed at evaluating the […] The post UN Security Council to hold meeting on extension of UNAMA in Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago US Secretary of State Marco Rubio signs order to expedite $4 billion military aid to Israel

Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State, signed an order to expedite military aid to Israel. On March 1, 2025, Rubio signed an order under “emergency authority” to speed up the delivery of nearly $4 billion in military assistance to Israel. Rubio stated that this move demonstrates the United States’ continued and unconditional support for […] The post US Secretary of State Marco Rubio signs order to expedite $4 billion military aid to Israel appeared first on Khaama Press.

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3 w. ago Afghanistan Situation: UNHCR | Assisted Afghan Returnees from Pakistan, Iran and other countries (9 February to 15 February 2025)

Afghanistan Situation: UNHCR | Assisted Afghan Returnees from Pakistan, Iran and other countries (9 February to 15 February 2025)  ReliefWeb

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3 w. ago Australia bans foreigners from buying homes amid housing crisis

Australia has announced a two-year ban on foreign investors from purchasing existing homes as part of measures to address the country’s housing crisis. The ban will come into effect from April 1, 2025, and remain in place until March 31, 2027. The primary goal of the ban is to “free up thousands of homes for […] The post Australia bans foreigners from buying homes amid housing crisis appeared first on Khaama Press.

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4 w. ago Pakistan Requests China to Reschedule Debt to Prevent Delays in $7 Billion IMF Program

Pakistan has formally requested China to defer $3.4 billion in debt payments for two years as part of an effort to fulfill a crucial condition for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan program. Failure to secure this debt rescheduling before the upcoming IMF review talks in March 2025 could result in delays to the disbursement […] The post Pakistan Requests China to Reschedule Debt to Prevent Delays in $7 Billion IMF Program appeared first on Khaama Press.

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