Qatar warns of consequences if Taliban is isolated

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3 years ago

September 1, 2021

Qatar’s foreign minister has sent a stark warning about the consequences the world could face if nations don’t engage with the Taliban

The foreign minister of Qatar has warned that isolating the Taliban militant group could lead to further instability in the region of Afghanistan.

The minister sent the warning, urging nations to engage with the movement to address security and socioeconomic concerns in Afghanistan.

“If we are starting to put conditions and stopping this engagement, we are going to leave a vacuum, and the question is, who is going to fill this vacuum?,”
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said in Doha on Tuesday,

The US-allied Gulf Arab state has emerged as a key part to the Taliban, having hosted the group’s political office since 2013.

No country has recognised the Taliban militant group as the ‘new government of Afghanistan’ after their capture of Kabul on August 15.

Many Western states have urged the group to form an inclusive government and to respect human rights – including the rights of women.

The Qatari foreign minister also warned the Taliban against any rise of “terrorism” after the US withdrawal and called for an inclusive government

“It is our role to always urge them (the Taliban) to have an expanded government that includes all parties and not to exclude any party” the foreign minister said.

Taliban members celebrated with gunfire in the many hours after the last US forces departed Kabul.

Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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9 hours ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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May 17, 2024

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An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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U.S. home prices surge 47%

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19 hours ago

May 17, 2024

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American home prices are rising at faster pace now than in the last 20-years.

A recent analysis reveals a jaw dropping surge in the cost of American homes.

Since the start of 2020, U.S. home prices have surged 47% easily outstripping the gains seen in recent decades.

On top of that, home price growth so far this decade is on the verge of surpassing all the growth seen in the 2000s.

Many experts believe this decade’s housing market frenzy was ignited by a perfect storm — the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggering an unprecedented rush among buyers.

Tom Hutchens, the Executive Vice President of Production at Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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