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Thursday, January 1, 2026

Khaleda Zia Dies at 80: Bangladesh’s First Woman Prime Minister and a Political Era Ends

From historic leadership to political exile, Khaleda Zia’s life mirrored Bangladesh’s turbulent democratic journey.

Iran Launches Three Observation Satellites via Russian Soyuz, Raising Strategic Concerns

Iran says the mission is civilian, but experts warn satellite launches may advance missile technology and surveillance capabilities

Rajab Butt Beaten Inside Karachi Court Over Alleged ‘Derogatory Remarks’

YouTuber Rajab Butt was allegedly assaulted by lawyers inside a Karachi court during a hearing on his bail plea in a case related to controversial remarks, leaving him injured with a bloodied mouth and torn shirt.

India asks neighbor to protect minorities

India has urged Bangladesh’s interim government to protect minorities amid the escalating unrest in Dhaka following the killing of a political activist.

Ahsan Iqbal’s Live Interview Briefly Interrupted as Voice Says “Shut This Down”

Ahsan Iqbal briefly dropped off a live TV interview when his video link cut and a voice was heard saying “shut this down,”

Türkiye’s MIT Captures Senior ISIS Figure in Afghanistan-Pakistan Border

Türkiye’s intelligence agency MIT has captured Mehmet Goren, a senior ISIS figure tasked with planning suicide attacks across multiple regions, and brought him to Türkiye.

Arif Habib Wins Rs135bn Bid to Acquire PIA in Pakistan’s Biggest Privatisation Deal

Arif Habib’s consortium won the auction for Pakistan International Airlines with a Rs135 billion bid, marking Pakistan’s biggest privatisation move in nearly two decades after a competitive bidding round with Lucky Cement.

Libyan army chief killed in plane crash

The Libyan army’s chief of staff, General Muhammad Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, has been killed in a plane crash in Türkiye, officials have confirmed. A private jet carrying al-Haddad and other senior Libyan military officials went down late on Tuesday southwest of Ankara.

Iran Conducts Missile Drills Amid Rising Tensions with Israel

Iran’s Official Stance – Tehran claims drills are defensive; images of missiles disputed by sources.

Washington Times: Pakistan Emerges as Central Pillar of US & Trump’s South Asia Strategy

The Washington Times declares 2025 a historic turning point in Pakistan–U.S. relations, citing a major shift in Washington’s strategy as President Donald Trump elevates Pakistan’s regional and strategic importance following the May conflict with India.

Pakistan Strikes $4.6 Billion Arms Deal With Libya, Defying UN Embargo

Pakistan has finalised a multibillion-dollar defence deal with Libya’s eastern-based Libyan National Army, covering fighter jets, trainers, and joint military cooperation—despite a long-standing UN arms embargo

Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow

A Russian general was killed Monday morning after an explosive device detonated underneath his car in southern Moscow, investigators said.
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