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Evacuation in the Snow: Fears of Conflict Drive Mass Exodus from Pakistan’s Tirah Valley

Residents from Tirah valley, who fled a remote mountainous region bordering Afghanistan, gather to get themself registered, in Bara, Khyber District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan A wave of displacement is sweeping through northwest Pakistan as thousands of families flee the Tirah Valley after mosque loudspeakers warned residents of possible upcoming military action. The sudden announcements triggered a rapid and chaotic departure, with many families leaving in the middle of harsh winter conditions. Residents describe a tense atmosphere in the valley, where fears of renewed conflict between security forces and militant groups have been simmering for months. Entire communities have packed their belongings onto trucks, donkeys, and makeshift carts, heading toward safer towns such as Bara and Peshawar. Government officials insist that no military operation has been ordered and attribute the movement of people to seasonal migration patterns. Locals strongly dispute this, sayi...

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Fundraising Halt: Biden's July Donations Take a Dive

 

In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden's fundraising efforts have hit a significant roadblock. Several key fundraisers for Biden's reelection campaign have been put on hold as July donations have seen a sharp decline. 

This sudden drop in financial support has raised concerns among Democratic sources involved in the events. The Biden Victory Fund has also issued a memo instructing a pause in donor calls, signaling a potential shift in campaign strategy. 

Despite these challenges, House Democrats have managed to secure a substantial fundraising haul, indicating a complex financial landscape for the party. The Biden campaign's difficulties come at a critical juncture, with the reelection team bracing for a seismic fundraising hit following a recent debate that has taken a toll on operations. 

The situation has led to a growing apprehension within the party, with some advisers and operatives expressing fears that Biden's fundraising is 'cratering' amid a slowdown in both large and small donor contributions. As the campaign navigates this financial turbulence, the implications for Biden's reelection prospects remain uncertain.

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