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The Once Booming Drug Town Going Bust Under Taliban Rule

The Taliban, after years of reliance on opium trade for funding, has successfully eradicated poppy cultivation in Afghanistan in a short period.
The shift from a drug economy to a drug-free landscape marks a significant change in Taliban governance and control over the territory.

Pope says he was almost assassinated in 2021 but British intelligence foiled plot

Pope Francis revealed he narrowly escaped a double suicide bombing during his 2021 Iraq trip, thwarted by intelligence and local police.

For Those Who Know They Have Not Done Enough To Stop Israel's War on Gaza

The author grapples with guilt over the ongoing tragedy and injustice faced by Palestinians amidst war, challenging the audience to reflect on their conscience.

Middle East: Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire begins DW 11/27/2024

The cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah signals a potential end to over a year of deadly conflict.

One Year On, Israel's Hostage Families Vow to Keep Fighting as War Escalates

Hostage families are demanding a cease-fire deal, emphasizing the urgency of bringing loved ones home amid a divisive war in Gaza.

Germany: New BSW party in kingmaker position in east DW 09/03/2024

The BSW's rise reflects voter discontent with established parties, positioning it as a potential kingmaker in German state politics.

As a war historian I was pessimistic about human nature. Writing the history of the mind has changed me | Paul Ham

War is not inevitable; there is hope for a future free of violence through evolving human beliefs.
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