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The Taliban banned Afghan women from working for NGOs; Islamic State-Khorasan killed a key Taliban security official; and U.S.-trained Afghan soldiers say they are ready to join Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Regional authorities in Turkmenistan have banned companies and residents from holding New Year’s parties. Restaurants and bars, meanwhile, had their business hours shortened as soon as the festive season kicked off. Officials in the isolated and repressive nation have not offered an explanation.
A Chinese genetic-research company is under investigation across the European Union and was blacklisted by the United States for its suspected links to the Chinese military. But Belgrade is deepening its partnership with the controversial entity through new agreements and a production center.
Hundreds of Afghan men are publicly voicing their opposition to the Taliban's decision to ban women from universities. The rare show of support from men in the deeply patriarchal society speaks volumes about public discontent with the Taliban's draconian steps against women and girls.
For years, Vladimir Putin's government has waged war against dissent at home -- efforts that have been significantly stepped up since the Kremlin launched its massive invasion of Ukraine in February. But some Russians are using social media to fight against propaganda and fear.