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The 1998 FIFA World Cup, hosted in France, marked a monumental milestone in football history. Paris, as one of the host cities, held a pivotal role in this prestigious tournament.

Running from June 10 to July 12, 1998, it was the 16th edition of the World Cup, featuring matches across various French cities and culminating in the final at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, a Parisian suburb. Thirty-two teams from around the globe vied for football supremacy, with the tournament delivering unforgettable moments, from spectacular goals to gripping matches and surprising upsets.

A defining highlight unfolded during the final match between Brazil and France in Paris. Led by captain Didier Deschamps and star player Zinedine Zidane, the French team showcased an exceptional performance, securing a 3-0 victory over Brazil to clinch their inaugural World Cup title. This historic win ignited jubilant celebrations throughout France, as millions of fans flooded the streets of Paris to revel in their team's triumph.

The Islamic State of Afghanistan was established by the Peshawar Accords on April 26, 1992, with the participation of many Afghan mujahideen parties after the fall of the socialist government. However, its power was limited due to the country's second civil war, which the Taliban won, capturing Kabul in 1996. Consequently, the Islamic State became a government in exile and led the anti-Taliban Northern Alliance. It remained the internationally recognized government of Afghanistan at the United Nations until 2001. After the overthrow of the first Taliban government, the Transitional Islamic State of Afghanistan was created, and an Afghan Interim Administration took control with US and NATO assistance. This transitional state later became the Islamic Republic, which lasted until the Taliban regained power in 2021 following a prolonged insurgency.