ECONOMY — April 13, 2026
Iran's Acting Ambassador: Over 100,000 Tons of Goods Transported by Rail Between Iran and Afghanistan This Year
Iran's acting ambassador in Kabul, Alireza Bekdeli, stated that over 100,000 tons of goods have been transported by rail between Iran and Afghanistan this year, with smooth operations at Herat's Rozanak station despite war concerns.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hasht-e Subh — corroborated by Khaama Press — 2 min read
Alireza Bekdeli, Iran's acting ambassador in Kabul, announced that more than 100,000 tons of goods have been transferred via railway between Iran and Afghanistan since the beginning of this year.
Bekdeli made the statement during a visit to the Rozanak railway station in Herat province, where he positively evaluated the trade and goods transportation processes between the two countries. He highlighted the station's important role in bilateral trade.
According to Bekdeli, operations at Rozanak are proceeding smoothly despite concerns over the impact of regional conflicts. He noted worries about potential disruptions to trade due to the joint war involving America and Israel against Iran.
Bekdeli expressed hope for an increase in the volume of goods transferred during the month of Thawr. He also acknowledged complaints from Afghan citizens regarding price hikes, which they attribute to the war in Iran and the closure of the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.
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Reliability assessment
Single source provides direct, on-record attribution from named official Alireza Bekdeli (acting Iranian ambassador) with concrete, checkable details including cargo volume (>100,000 tons), location (Rozanak station, Herat), and timing (from start of year). Verifiable fact is 'Bekdeli said this'.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Hasht-e Subh: "joint war of America and Israel against Iran" frames the conflict as targeted aggression against Iran with advocacy phrasing; "many concerns arose about the halt" implies exaggerated fears; citizens "complain" adds emotional advocacy for public hardship.
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Where reports agree
- Alireza Bekdeli made statements on Iran-Afghanistan rail trade during visit to Rozanak station in Herat
- More than 100,000 tons of goods transferred via railway this year
- Trade continues smoothly despite regional war concerns
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Khaama Press
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Economy — Alireza Bekdeli, Rozanak railway station, Herat, Iran-Afghanistan trade
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