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Taliban Bans Smartphones for Government Workers

Updated 2026-07-10 11:25 UTC 1 source Negative

The Taliban has banned smartphones for government workers and extended the ban to healthcare and educational facilities. The move is causing concern among ordinary citizens.

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A newly announced ban on smartphones for government workers, police and military personnel is spilling over into healthcare and educational facilities. Ordinary citizens worry they'll be next.
2026-07-10 11:12 UTC
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