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Burn them? Afghan women’s football team urging players to delete their social media

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As mass evacuations continue from Kabul’s major international airport, the US State Department has declared that it cannot guarantee safe passage for those wanting to flee

The former captain of the Afghan women’s football team has urged players to delete their social media accounts and burn their kits in order to remain safe.

The captain made calls to the team to remove any trace of themselves for their safety

US President Joe Biden has just appeared on an exclusive interview with ABC, pressed by George Stephanopoulos on whether America’s exit could have been better executed.

Cheddar’s Political Director Megan Pratz says Biden is standing firm on his decision, but this isn’t a good look for his Presidency or his legacy.

Now, this all follows two press conferences that have also recently taken place in the US – one by the State Department and the other by the Pentagon.

This admission completely contradicts the advice and opinions of the Pentagon, with Pentagon officials saying the Taliban is continuing to allow “safe passage”.

In a security alert, the US Embassy in Kabul said:

“THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT CANNOT ENSURE SAFE PASSAGE TO THE HAMID KARZAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT”

The State Department has since confirmed that it is liaising with the Taliban in Doha, Qatar… whilst military personnel are “engaging directly with the Taliban to make clear that the U-S expects all American citizens, all third-country nationals and all Afghans who wish to leave to do so safely and without harassment.” 

Meanwhile, during the State Department’s press briefing, the Pentagon assured the public that the Taliban is not in any way interfering with evacuation efforts

This comes as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff admits that the collapse of Afghanistan in just 11 days completely blindsided authorities.

In this same briefing, Defence Secretary Lllyod Austin outlined his three main concerns regarding the situation on the ground when it comes to bringing U-S residents and their allies home.

Firstly, it’s the safety and security of Americans and “the people officials are trying to evacuate”.

Austin says there are currently 4,500 troops on the ground who are ready and equipped “to defend themselves and their operations”.

Secondly, US troops are working tirelessly to ensure Kabul’s main airport remains open for secure and safe passage.

Finally, the Department wants to ramp up evacuation efforts over the coming days “increasing the flow of aircraft and people out of Kabul”.

Around 5,000 people have already been evacuated from Afghanistan since the evacuation efforts began… with the U-S military planning to “increase” this number significantly.

Defence Secretary Austin says the US has an obligation to help those who helped his country.

At the same press briefing, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark Milley saying that American troops are engaged in a risky operation… and they need to remain the nation’s priority.

Whilst security at Kabul’s airport is currently stable… Milley says there are still real threats and personnel are continuing to monitor these…

William is an Executive News Producer at TICKER NEWS, responsible for the production and direction of news bulletins. William is also the presenter of the hourly Weather + Climate segment. With qualifications in Journalism and Law (LLB), William previously worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) before moving to TICKER NEWS. He was also an intern at the Seven Network's 'Sunrise'. A creative-minded individual, William has a passion for broadcast journalism and reporting on global politics and international affairs.

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US–China trade talks are a handshake, not a deal

Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

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Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.


Presidents Trump and Xi extend their tariff truce in an informal meeting, with US cuts and Chinese promises on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX cautions this is unofficial and deeper issues between the two super powers remain.

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Markets cautious as rate cut hopes fade

Central banks ease rate cut hopes amid inflation and wobbling tech stocks; markets adjust to Fed’s new stance.

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Central banks ease rate cut hopes amid inflation and wobbling tech stocks; markets adjust to Fed’s new stance.


Central banks pull back on rate cut expectations as tech stocks wobble and inflation pressures persist. Markets adjust cautiously to the Fed’s new tone.

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Trump and Xi strike temporary trade truce after six years

Trump and Xi establish temporary trade truce, reducing tariffs and enhancing U.S. exports amid lingering economic tensions.

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Trump and Xi establish temporary trade truce, reducing tariffs and enhancing U.S. exports amid lingering economic tensions.


President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have agreed to a temporary trade truce, cutting tariffs and boosting U.S. exports.

Analysts remain cautious, warning deep economic divides still linger.

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