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West Asia Turmoil, Afghan War Push Pakistan Economy to Brink

Pakistan’s woes deepen with conflict in Afghanistan and battles with the TTP and BLA, straining both its military and economy….reports Asian Lite News Pakistan has been severely affected by the Middle East

March 16, 2026

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India Thanks Armenia for Evacuation of 550 Nationals from Iran

EAM Jaishankar’s statement comes amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which erupted following US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28…reports Asian Lite News External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Monday

March 16, 2026

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ECO FAWN Society Flags Pahalgam Terror Attack at UN Council

The Rights organisation pressed for stronger global response to terrorism and accountability for attacks on civilians….reports Asian Lite News A civil society organisation has called for stronger global action against terrorism during

March 16, 2026

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Congo Heads to Polls as 3 Million Prepare to Vote

A total of seven candidates are in the running, including incumbent President Denis Sassou N’Guesso….reports Asian Lite News Over three million registered voters in Congo will cast their ballots on Sunday in

March 16, 2026

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Dubai Airport Halts Flights After Drone Hits Fuel Tank

The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority said travellers are advised to contact their respective airlines for the latest updates regarding their flights….reports Asian Lite News Dubai Airport on Monday announced to temporarily suspend

March 16, 2026

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Zelensky Warns Iran War May Divert Ukraine Aid

Zelensky said Kyiv faces growing risks if the conflict in West Asia continues….reports Asian Lite News Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that the conflict with Iran could divert global attention and

March 16, 2026

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Iran not seeking ceasefire, ready for prolonged fight: FM

Araghchi rejected claims that Iran has sought an end to hostilities..reports Asian Lite News Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi clarified that Iran isn’t seeking a ceasefire or negotiations with the US.

March 15, 2026

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Somalia warns against any Israeli base plans

Somalia has warned that its territory cannot be used for foreign military operations following reports that Israel may seek to establish a base in the breakaway region of Somaliland ..reports Asian Lite

March 15, 2026

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France returns a sacred drum looted from Ivory Coast

France has returned a sacred talking drum looted during the colonial period to Ivory Coast, marking the first such restitution between the two countries and part of a broader push by European

March 15, 2026

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Africa Policymakers Warn Iran Oil Shock

African policymakers have warned that a sharp rise in oil prices linked to the conflict in Iran could complicate monetary policy and threaten the continent’s fragile economic recovery…reports Asian Lite news African

March 15, 2026

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