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Russia Temporarily Lifts Ban on Taliban

On April 17, 2024, Russia's Supreme Court temporarily lifted its ban on the Taliban, a decision following President Putin's decree removing them from the list of terrorist organizations, driven by geopolitical considerations despite potential domestic and international risks.

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Russia Lifts Taliban Ban Amidst Growing International Engagement

Russia's Supreme Court lifted the ban on the Taliban on April 17th, 2024, following a presidential decree, amidst a broader trend of increased international engagement with the group due to Afghanistan's geopolitical importance.

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Afghan Carpet Exports Boom Amidst Women's Economic Hardship

In Kabul, Afghanistan, the Taliban's ban on girls' education and women's employment has forced many women into low-paying carpet weaving jobs, while carpet exports are booming, reaching \$8.7 million in the first half of 2024.

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Trump Administration Ends TPS for Thousands of Afghans and Cameroonians

The Trump administration ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 21,000 Afghans and Cameroonians, despite ongoing risks in their home countries, citing a USCIS review concluding conditions no longer meet statutory requirements for TPS designation.

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USAID Cancels \$1.3 Billion in Humanitarian Aid Programs

Over the weekend, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) canceled at least 42 humanitarian aid programs globally, totaling at least \$1.3 billion in funding, impacting various countries, including Syria, Afghanistan, and Yemen; some cancellations were later reversed.

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Trump Administration Ends TPS for Thousands of Afghans and Cameroonians

The Trump administration ended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for roughly 14,600 Afghans and 7,900 Cameroonians, despite ongoing conflicts and human rights abuses in their home countries, prompting criticism from refugee groups and lawmakers.

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Russia Removes Taliban from Terrorist List

The Russian Supreme Court removed the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations, overturning a 2003 ban following a 2022 law allowing courts to suspend such designations; this move is seen as a diplomatic victory for the Taliban and facilitates increased engagement with Russia.

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Russia Lifts Ban on Taliban

On April 17, 2025, Russia's Supreme Court lifted its ban on the Taliban, a decision following months of official statements signaling a change in policy towards the group that now controls Afghanistan. This move aims to facilitate legitimate engagement and cooperation on issues such as water managem...

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Six British Army Clerks Convicted of Fraud

Six British Army military clerks at Regent's Park Barracks in London were convicted of money laundering and conspiracy to commit fraud after submitting false expense claims; one defendant used the funds for luxury goods and cosmetic surgery, while others were involved in a conspiracy.

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US Orders 14,600 Afghan Refugees to Leave Within Seven Days

The US government is ordering approximately 14,600 Afghan refugees with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to leave the country within seven days, citing Afghanistan's failure to meet legal requirements due to Taliban rule; this follows a similar order for Cameroonian refugees and has sparked widespre...

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US Aid Cut Leaves Millions of Afghans Facing Starvation

The US halting aid to Afghanistan will cause the World Food Programme to reduce aid to only 8 million of the 15 million Afghans facing food insecurity; 3.1 million Afghans are at the brink of famine, according to the UN.

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US to End Temporary Protected Status for Afghan Refugees

The Department of Homeland Security will end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 9,000 Afghans on May 20, 2025, potentially leading to their deportation, despite concerns about the ongoing conflict and risks for those who aided the U.S. military.

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