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Afghan migrants return from Iran amid growing concerns over forced deportations and humanitarian strain (Source: Reuters)

UNHCR flags undignified deportations of Afghans from Iran, warns of regional instability

Jul 17, 2025

UNHCR's Arafat Jamal told Tolo News that Afghan migrants are being deported from Iran without dignity, while international aid is shrinking. He warned of instability if global focus shifts away. Over 1.3 million Afghans have returned in 2025, straining Afghanistan's fragile support systems, the UN said.

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Trump administration fires Epstein prosecutor Maurene Comey, sparking questions over timing

Jul 17, 2025

The sudden dismissal has raised concerns due to Comey's involvement in cases that have gained renewed attention among Trump supporters in recent weeks.
Pakistani women at work, as ILO highlights a 25% gender pay gap in the country (Source: Reuters)

Pakistan: ILO report flags 25 per cent gender pay gap, highlights barriers to women's economic participation

Jul 17, 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces coalition uncertainty after the ultra-Orthodox Shas party quits cabinet over military draft exemptions (Source: Reuters)

Netanyahu faces major blow as Shas quits cabinet over military draft exemption for ultra-orthodox students

Jul 17, 2025

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"Urban resilience drills" conducted in central Taiwan. (Photo credit/@Focus_Taiwan)

Taiwan: Air raid alerts, disater relief drills continue as Taipei simulates China invasion scenarios

Jul 17, 2025

The civil defence drills are part of Taiwan's broader annual 10-day Han Kuang military drills, which began on...
U.S. Embassy warns visa holders that crimes like assault, theft, or burglary can lead to visa revocation and deportation (Source: Reuters)

US Embassy in India warns visa holders of revocation, future ineligibility over crimes

Jul 17, 2025

The U.S. Embassy in India warned that crimes like assault, theft, or burglary in the U.S. can lead...
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Bangladesh: 4 killed in Gopalganj as NCP rally triggers violent clashes with Awami League supporters; curfew imposed

Jul 17, 2025

At least four people were killed and dozens injured in violent clashes between law enforcement personnel and Awami...
US President Donald Trump and Bahrain's Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa (Image/Reuters)

"Very close to a deal with India...we're in negotiation: US President Trump

Jul 17, 2025
US President Donald Trump (Source: Reuters)

Trump says Coca-Cola agreed to use "Real Cane Sugar" in US

Jul 17, 2025
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China hikes military incursions around Taiwan

Jul 17, 2025
Consul General of Israel to India in Mumbai, Kobbi Shoshani (Image/ANI)

"If all big countries do not denounce terrorist activities, it will continue": Israeli Consul General backs Jaishankar's remarks at SCO

Jul 17, 2025
US President Donald Trump (Photo/Reuters)

Trump claims he does not need support of 'weaklings' demanding information on Epstein

Jul 17, 2025
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Theft, assault in US may lead to revocation of visas: Embassy states

Jul 17, 2025
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New details in Air India crash probe shift focus to plane's captain, Reuters reports citing WSJ

Jul 17, 2025
US President Donald Trump at the bill signing ceremony (Image: X@WhiteHouse)

Trump believes China will start imposing death sentences for fentanyl trafficking

Jul 16, 2025
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav (Image/ANI)

"Interesting to know what MP highlights in tourism, film industry ": Spanish Film Commission President on meeting with CM Mohan Yadav

Jul 16, 2025
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Earthquake of magnitude 7.3 rattles Alaska, tsunami warning issued

Jul 16, 2025
US President Donald Trump and Bahrain's Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa (Image/Reuters)

"Very close to a deal with India...we're in negotiation: US President Trump

Jul 16, 2025
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Earthquake of magnitude 3.7 strikes Myanmar

Jul 16, 2025