SHO, 3 TLP Protesters Killed Amid Questions Over Timing of TLP Protest
A police SHO and three TLP protesters were killed in Muridke clashes, sparking debate over the timing and purpose of the Gaza protest.
Amid Opposition, Government Outcry, Sohail Khan Afridi Becomes KP CM
In a dramatic assembly session marked by opposition outcry and legal controversy, Sohail Khan Afridi secured 90 votes to become the new Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In his victory speech, Afridi thanked Pakistan’s most powerful establishment-social media.
What Gaza needs: Billions required for recovery from Israel’s devastation
Experts estimate $50 - $70B needed for reconstruction of Gaza, Will Middle Eastern countries help?
When Poverty Becomes a Prison: The Cruel Normalisation of Child Labour in Pakistan
In Pakistan, millions of children — mostly girls — work as domestic helpers in middle-class homes, enduring long hours, meagre pay, and frequent abuse despite laws banning child labour.
Hamas Rejects Participation in Gaza Peace Deal Signing, Citing Concerns Over Plan
Hamas announced it will not attend the signing of the US-brokered Gaza peace deal in Egypt, citing reservations over parts of President Trump’s plan
Trump Says He’s “Good at Making Peace” Amid Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions
US President Donald Trump offered to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan after deadly border clashes, claiming he was “good at making peace.”
Field Marshal Asim Munir’s Dangerous Game: Ethnic Blaming, Fear, and the Risk to Pakistan’s Unity
The author observes that Field Marshal Asim Munir’s leadership reflects a growing focus on internal security, where political dissent and ethnic issues are increasingly viewed through a security lens. This trend, the author notes, may contribute to Pakistan’s ongoing governance challenges.
Seven Policemen Martyred as Militants Live-Stream Attack on DI Khan Police Training Center
Militants launched a deadly late-night assault on a police training center in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, ramming an explosive-laden truck into the main gate.
India Upgrades Ties with Taliban, to Reopen Embassy in Kabul for First Time Since 2021
During Taliban FM Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit to India, New Delhi announced plans to reopen its Kabul embassy. How will it impact the already deteriorating Pak-Afghan relations?
Afghanistan Warns Pakistan On PAF Strikes: ‘Learn from the Fate of the US, NATO, and Soviets
Amid claims of PAF airstrikes on Kabul, Afghanistan’s foreign minister issues a sharp warning to Pakistan — reminding it of the fate met by the US, NATO, and the Soviet Union on Afghan soil.
Trusting Trump: Why Hamas gambled on giving up Gaza hostages
Hamas has harshly criticized Donald Trump, calling him a racist and a "recipe for chaos" with an absurd vision for Gaza. Yet, a remarkable phone call last month convinced the group he might enforce a peace deal with Israel, even if they released all hostages.
New Chapter in U.S.-Qatar Relations: Air Force Partnership Takes Off in Idaho
The U.S. has approved Qatar’s construction of an air force facility at Idaho’s Mountain Home Air Base to host F-15 jets and pilots, strengthening defense cooperation between the two nations