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Monday, September 22, 2025

Trump and Xi Hold Phone Call, Signal Progress on TikTok Deal

Trump says he and Xi approved a TikTok deal in a phone call, but Beijing’s account leaves the outcome uncertain.

Trump, Erdogan to revive U.S.–Turkey relations with F-35 talks

U.S. President Donald Trump will host Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the White House on September 25 to discuss major trade and defense deals. Talks are expected to cover Boeing aircraft sales, a new F-16 package, and the revival of F-35 negotiations, signaling a possible reset in U.S.–Turkey relations after years of strain.

President Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee rocks U.S. tech sector

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing a $100,000 application fee on H-1B visas. The move could affect Indian professionals, who make up nearly 70% of H-1B holders.

Saudi Arabia & Pakistan Defense Pact Brings China in? Editor GVS Talks to Gen. Tariq

Dr Moeed Pirzada, CEO and Editor of Global Village Space, sat down with General (Retd.) Tariq Khan for an in-depth discussion on the Pakistan–Saudi Arabia mutual defense pact, its secretive nature, possible Chinese involvement, and what it means for regional security dynamics and U.S. influence in the Middle East.

Saudi Arabia-Pakistan Defense Pact Doesn’t Offer A Nuclear Umbrella?

The Saudi-Pakistan defence pact has stirred speculation about a possible nuclear umbrella for Riyadh. While vague wording from Saudi officials has fueled ambiguity, defence experts stress that Pakistan’s nuclear doctrine remains India-focused. So what does the pact imply?

US, Saudi Arabia Hold Largest-Ever Counter-Drone Exercise in the Middle East

The United States and Saudi Arabia concluded the Middle East’s largest counter-drone exercise this week, integrating advanced radars, sensors, and weapons to defeat drone swarms.

Mission Noor: Pakistani Police Confused, How to Defeat a Novel Idea?

A viral campaign urging Pakistanis to recite the Azan from their rooftops, Mission Noor blends faith with political defiance, challenging the government and military in unprecedented ways.

Imran Khan calls for nationwide protest on September 27th

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, speaking through his sister Aleema Khan outside Adiala Jail, has called for nationwide protests on September 27, 2025, declaring it a defining moment in Pakistan’s political resistance as he remains defiant despite imprisonment and ongoing cases.

Boeing, Honeywell sued by Air India crash victim families

The families of four passengers have sued Boeing and Honeywell over the June 12 Air India 787 crash, claiming faulty fuel switches caused the disaster that killed 260 people. The case, filed in Delaware, highlights questions of manufacturer accountability, regulatory oversight, and aviation safety standards.

Pakistan: Advocate Imaan Mazari Fights Against an Abusive Judge or the System?

Advocate Imaan Mazari’s battle with Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Sarfaraz Dogar has escalated into a test of whether Pakistan’s judiciary can confront misogyny, abuse of power, and systemic bias against women seeking justice.

EU struggles under China’s rare-earth monoply amid production delays

European factories face slowdowns as China restricts rare-earth exports, threatening car, chip, and defense production.

Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav slammed for breaching ICC rules

India’s win over Pakistan in Dubai sparks controversy as skipper Suryakumar Yadav refuses handshakes and dedicates victory to Pahalgam victims and armed forces, raising potential ICC Code of Conduct concerns.