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Today's solar eclipse reminds us of the incredible beauty and power of our universe. Take a moment to witness this celestial dance and marvel at the wonders of nature.

Just one flight of a U.S. drone to Kandahar and Mullah Hibatullah Akhund is on the run faster than former Afghan President Ashraf Ghani! The speed of evasion in today's world is truly remarkable.

Excited to unveil my series, 'Teaching Beyond Borders,' in partnership with GeoVisions! Focused on international educators shaping U.S. schools, we celebrate diversity, promote cross-cultural exchange & honor their profound impact on students worldwide.
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Had an amazing time collaborating with an incredible team: James Bell, CEO Alliance Abroad; Robin Lerner, President and CEO Texas International Education Consortium (TIEC); and Jimmy Brazelton, Managing Director of GeoVisions. Together, we're making waves and shaping the future in Austin, Texas.

Discover the hidden tragedy of Afghanistan's Hazara ethnic group, subjected to centuries of persecution. From systemic discrimination to brutal violence, their plight remains largely unnoticed. It's time to shed light on this overlooked genocide.
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The Taliban's so-called 'Islamic justice' in Afghanistan hits a new low as the Minister of Haj imposes a $50 extra fee for the Shia version of Islam. Religious discrimination and exploitation have no place in any society.

The Taliban's systematic persecution of women violates fundamental human rights principles and demands global attention.
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The Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan heralded a dark era for women's rights. With oppressive decrees, they swiftly stripped away freedoms, banning women from gyms, schools, parks, and most jobs.
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As the Taliban tightens its grip on Afghanistan, the persecution of minority communities like the Hazaras intensifies.
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Afghanistan: Hazara women face intersecting forms of discrimination based on ethnicity, religion, gender, and activism.
justsecurity.org/93123/hazara-w…

The alleged involvement of Tajiks in Moscow's deadly attack highlights the enduring threat of Central Asia's jihadist legacy. Tajikistan's efforts against terrorism continue amidst fears of reprisals and rising anti-migrant sentiments.
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The deportation of Afghan refugees from Pakistan will put women and girls at unique risk, as forced returns seriously curtail their rights to education, work, movement, and in some cases, expose them to imminent threat of violence.

The Government of Pakistan must halt all…

India lose 1-2 against Afghanistan in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match

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Taliban vow to start stoning women to death in public for adultery dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1… via Daily Mail Online

UN has flown over $2.9 billion in cash to Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover, diverting US funds. Despite State Dept. assurances, a federal report exposes taxpayer money ending up in a Taliban-controlled bank.
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Afghanistan: The architects of 9/11 are profiting from gold and gem mines in the Taliban-led country.
foreignpolicy.com/2024/03/22/al-…

The Taliban's ban on education for Afghan girls is a grave injustice. Every child deserves the right to learn and grow. Teenage Afghan girls feel 'mentally dead' as they're denied access to education.
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Taliban's threats against freedom of the press are abhorrent. No society can thrive without diverse voices. Suppressing women from journalism training is a grave injustice.

As spring blooms in Afghanistan, another school year begins. Yet, the Taliban's continued refusal to allow females education for over two years now (and 5+ years last time) denies half the population their basic rights.