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Afghanistan and Pakistan Resume Fragile Peace Talks in Istanbul Amid Border Tensions

  The deadly crisis between Afghanistan and Pakistan left dozens dead in the Taliban-administered nation, including many civilians, women, and children. Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to restart peace negotiations in Istanbul , following a breakdown in earlier talks that failed to produce a resolution. The renewed dialogue, set to formally resume on November 6, comes after a ceasefire brokered by Qatar and Turkey helped de-escalate deadly border clashes that left dozens dead, including civilians. The previous round of talks, held over four days in Istanbul, ended inconclusively earlier this week. Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif confirmed that the decision to return to the negotiating table was made at the urging of Qatar and Turkey, both of which have played key roles in mediating between the two nations. According to sources familiar with the matter, negotiation teams from both countries remain in Istanbul to prevent further violence and maintain the fra...

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Healthy Kids Recipes: Carrot Cookie Bites


Carrot Cookie Bites


Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup shortening
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans



Directions

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the eggs, buttermilk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in the oats, carrots and pecans.
  • Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 6-8 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

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