Iran Masses Forces on Afghan Border Amid Tense Standoff
The Iran backed by as many as 70 000 Revolutionary Guards and volunteers lines the Afghanistan border with possible 200 000 more on the way The move follows Taliban contempt for Iran and escalates regional strain as Tehran warns against external threats while Afghanistan’s insurgent group gains power from Pakistan and Saudi support.
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Taliban Frees Iranian Prisoners Amid Iran Border Tensions
Taliban authorities release five Iranian prisoners as a goodwill gesture to ease tensions with Iran which has massed troops on the border. Iran had demanded action after diplomats and fighters were seized in Mazar-e-Sharif, with Tehran citing threats to national security and Shiite communities.
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Iran’s Khatami to present new image at UN address
Iranian President Mohammad Khatami will address the United Nations to showcase Iran’s new moderate image and call for international dialogue. Back home reforms face hard‑line resistance as critics warn of war while U.S. relations remain strained and no Clinton meeting is planned.
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