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Pakistan Launches Major Security Operation in Balochistan as Militancy Surges, India Blame Raises Regional Tensions

Pakistan’s military says it has killed over 200 militants in a sweeping operation across Balochistan following deadly separatist attacks, as Islamabad accuses India of backing the violence—claims New Delhi strongly denies.

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia Deepen Defense Ties as KAAN Stealth Fighter Gains Global Praise

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced a major expansion of Türkiye–Saudi Arabia defense industry cooperation, highlighting joint investment in the KAAN stealth fighter, new renewable energy projects, and strengthened regional diplomacy with Saudi Arabia and Egypt.

Iran and US set for talks in Oman over nuclear program after Tehran shaken by nationwide protests

Iran and the United States stood poised Friday to hold negotiations in Oman at least over Tehran’s nuclear program after a chaotic week that initially saw plans for regional countries to take part in talks in Turkey.

Epstein fallout triggers resignations, probes

Jeffrey Epstein cultivated a global network of politicians, top business executives, academics and celebrities, many of whom have been severely tainted by association with the convicted sex offender.

Basant Returns to Lahore After 25 Years as Punjab Lifts Ban With Strict Safety Measures

Basant returned to Lahore after 25 years as the Punjab government lifted the long-standing ban, allowing the festival under strict safety regulations.

‘They handcuffed and blindfolded us’ – Palestinian returnee to Gaza

Palestinians returning to Gaza via the Rafah border crossing have said they face major challenges and intimidation from occupying Israeli forces.

Imran Khan’s Son Alleges Pakistan Blocking Visas to Visit Jailed PTI Founder

Imran Khan’s son Kasim has accused Pakistani authorities of deliberately blocking visas for him and his brother, preventing them from visiting the jailed PTI founder. The claims come amid renewed concern over Imran Khan’s health and detention conditions.

Pakistan Moves to Open Benghazi Consulate as Defence Ties With Libya’s East Deepen

Pakistan is in discussions to open a consulate in Benghazi, eastern Libya, according to sources, as Libyan National Army chief Khalifa Haftar holds high-level meetings in Islamabad.

PSL 11 Broadcast Rights Sold Worldwide, India Left Out

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has sold the international broadcasting rights for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, while withholding media rights for the Indian market.

Testimony from Senate Briefing on Pakistani Transnational Repression: Presentation by Maria Kari

In testimony before U.S. lawmakers, Maria Kari detailed how Pakistan’s military and intelligence services are carrying out transnational repression against journalists, activists, and political opponents living in the United States and abroad.

Trump meets with Colombia’s Petro after diplomatic row over cartels

US President Donald Trump held talks with Colombian President Gustavo Petro in the White House on Tuesday, just weeks after the leaders traded insults over drug trafficking and an American military raid in Venezuela.

The last US-Russian nuclear pact is about to expire, ending a half-century of arms control

The last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States is set to expire Thursday, removing any caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century.

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia Forge Strategic Partnership on Syria, Gaza, Energy and Regional Stability

Türkiye and Saudi Arabia have pledged to elevate bilateral relations to a strategic level following high-level talks in Riyadh between President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Son of late dictator Gadhafi is killed in Libya

Seif al-Islam Gadhafi, the son and one-time heir apparent of Libya’s late dictator Moammar Gadhafi, was killed in the northern African country, Libyan officials said Tuesday.

US shoots down Iranian drone that ‘aggressively’ approached an aircraft carrier, military says

The shootdown occurred within hours of Iranian forces harassing a U.S.-flagged and U.S.-crewed merchant vessel that was sailing in the Strait of Hormuz, the American military said.

Senate Briefing: Pakistan: Ongoing Political Repression – Transnational Repression, Human Rights Violations, and Political Prisoners

Amnesty International USA warned U.S. lawmakers of an escalating crackdown on freedom of expression, judicial independence, and rule of law in Pakistan, including the targeting of journalists, activists, and critics living abroad.

After Australia, Spain to ban social media platforms for children under 16

Spain will ban social media platforms for children under the age of 16 and platforms will be required to implement age verification systems, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Tuesday at the World Government Summit in Dubai.

Epstein Files Show Imran Khan Referred to as ‘Lion of London Society’ in Diplomatic Emails

Declassified emails in the latest Epstein files reveal that Imran Khan was discussed in diplomatic circles as early as 2013, years before he became Pakistan’s prime minister.

Iran Signals Openness to US Talks as Nuclear Tensions and Regional Stakes Remain High

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has instructed his foreign minister to pursue negotiations with the United States, marking Tehran’s clearest signal yet that talks may resume despite heightened nuclear tensions and regional uncertainty.

Saudi Arabia Recalibrates Vision 2030, Scales Back Mega Projects Amid Fiscal Pressure

Riyadh shifts focus from headline-grabbing megacities to AI, logistics, mining, and tourism to attract foreign investment.

Clintons agree to testify in House Epstein investigation ahead of contempt of Congress vote

Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton agreed late Monday to testify in a House investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but the Republican leading the probe said an agreement had not yet been finalized.

Netflix to livestream BTS comeback concert in K-pop mega event

Streaming giant Netflix said Tuesday it will livestream BTS's comeback concert to around 190 countries in what could be the largest live K-pop event to date as the megastars return from military service.

Iran president says talks with US to proceed within ‘national interests’

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed on Tuesday that he had ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, after his counterpart Donald Trump threatened "bad things" if no deal was reached.

Trump Strikes High-Stakes Trade Deal With India, Cuts Tariffs to 18% as New Delhi Agrees to Halt Russian Oil

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a sweeping trade agreement with India that cuts U.S. tariffs on Indian goods to 18% from 50% in return for New Delhi halting purchases of Russian oil and lowering trade barriers.

Askari Privilege and the Making of a Hopeless, Lawless, and Sacrilegious Society

The author argues that Pakistan’s military privilege is not merely institutional but civilizational—reshaping infrastructure, politics, faith, and daily life to normalize inequality, suppress dissent, and extract wealth at the expense of civilian society.

World Bank President Ajay Banga Visits Gurdwara Panja Sahib, Highlights Interfaith Harmony in Pakistan

World Bank President Ajay Pal Singh Banga visited Gurdwara Sri Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, offering prayers and sharing langar, as Pakistan highlights religious harmony and discusses long-term economic cooperation with the World Bank.

Israel reopens Gaza’s Rafah border crossing to Egypt, with limits

Israel reopened the border between Gaza and Egypt on Monday for people on foot, a move that would allow Palestinians to leave the enclave and let back in those who want to return after fleeing Israel’s war in the enclave.

Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, a first for a Spanish-language album

Bad Bunny won album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his critically-acclaimed “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” closing out a surprising and history-making night. It is the first time a Spanish-language album has taken home the top prize.

From Elon Musk to the former Prince Andrew, a who’s who of powerful people named in Epstein files

From tech titans to Wall Street power brokers and foreign dignitaries, a who’s who of powerful men make appearances in the huge trove of documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations of Jeffrey Epstein.

Security Forces Eliminate 22 More Militants in Balochistan, Death Toll Reaches 177

Balochistan CM Sarfraz Bugti said the violence requires a military response, rejecting talks with the banned BLA and stressing that operations are being carried out with care to avoid civilian harm.