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Cops repulse terror strikes on two checkpoints

by Muhammad Irfan Mughal in Dawn, November 6th, 2023• No let-up in attacks on security personnel in D.I. Khan; two injured• Gunfight continued for over an hour before assailants fled• Militants failed to demoralise cops, says RPO DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Though significant casualties were averted, militants again struck security personnel in Dera Ismail Khan — their fourth such attack within 48 hours in the district which has increasingly become vulnerable to assaults. Three provinces —…

Mullah Baradar heads to Iran

report in Khaama Press online, Nov 4, 2023A high-level delegation from the de facto administration of Afghanistan, under the leadership of Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, embarked on a significant diplomatic mission to Iran on Saturday. The official statement from Baradar’s office highlights the primary agenda of the delegation’s trip, which revolves around engaging in discussions with Iranian officials. The topics on the table include a broad spectrum of issues…

Pakistan to close Spin Boldak border with Afghanistan, sparking concerns

By Fidel Rahmati in Khaama Press Online, October 26, 2023Pakistan has decided to close the Spin Boldak border, Afghanistan, effectively limiting the movement of residents from both sides of the border. Until now, people from both sides could freely travel across the border without requiring visas. This move has prompted significant reactions and concerns within Pakistan and beyond its borders, giving rise to discussions about the potential consequences. The closure of the Spin Boldak border…

Youth at risk – cyberbullying epidemic grips Pakistan

report in Daily Times, Oct 12, 2023In today’s fame-driven world, where one’s worth is often measured by their social media followers, Pakistan has emerged as a prominent player with over 72 million internet users. However, this growing access to free social media platforms has brought about significant concerns regarding e-security. Pakistan ranks as the 5th largest mobile phone market in Asia. Internet regulation falls under the jurisdiction of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and the…

Nine Journalists arrested in past 10 days: Reporters Without Borders

By Fidel Rahmati in Khaama Press online, August 17, 2023Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has brought to light a worrying surge in the detention of journalists in Afghanistan following the takeover of the country by the Taliban. Within the past 10 days, nine journalists have been arrested by the Taliban, causing significant concern among media organizations globally. The organization revealed on Wednesday that 12 journalists are currently being held in detention without any apparent reasons given.…

Security Forces Seize Weapons and Ammunition in Afghanistan’s Paktika

By Fidel Rahmati in Khaama Press online, June 26, 2023According to a statement released by the General Directorate of Intelligence (GDI) on Monday, Afghan security forces in the country’s eastern Paktika province have confiscated significant weapons and ammunition. The confiscated weapons and ammunition, according to the statement, include thousands of bullets and explosive devices, 35 rocket shells, four mines, 14 hand grenades, and some other unlawfully preserved munitions. They were found during operations in the…