Afghanistan: A Unique Identity in the Heart of Asia Afghanistan, a landlocked country nestled in South-Central Asia, is indeed unique in that it is the only nation whose name starts with the letter "A" and does not conclude with "A." This distinction not only highlights Afghanistan's geographical and linguistic identity but also reflects its rich historical tapestry. The name "Afghanistan" translates to "Land of the Afghans," with "Afghan" originally referring to the Pashtun people, who are one

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