US, Saudis attack ‘Iran-backed groups’ in Iraq, threatening to intensify conflict

The US and Saudi Arabia launched strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq on Wednesday, saying they were responsible for drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities, prompting Iran to warn that blaming it for such attacks was a "major miscalculation".

Maryam Nawaz Tells PPP to Accept AJK Poll Defeat, Rejects Bilawal’s Rigging Allegations

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz rejected PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari’s allegations of rigging in the first phase of the AJK elections, urging the PPP to accept its defeat and respect the public mandate.

India summons Meta official after Modi video blocked

India has reportedly summoned a top Meta official over the company’s removal of a video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the country’s youth, which sparked an angry backlash against the social media giant.

Somali pirates hijack fuel tanker

Somali pirates have hijacked the Tanzanian-flagged fuel and chemical tanker MT Asana off the coast of Yemen, a local news agency reported on Monday.

Pakistan-administered Kashmir goes to the polls despite protests

Polls opened on Monday in parts of Pakistan-administered Kashmir where voting for the local legislature will take place in three rounds with heavy security following protests demanding electoral reforms.

India’s Modi announces reforms following student protests

India set up a task force to suggest exam reforms a day after student protests over an exam paper leak led to the ouster of the federal education minister.

The World’s Convenient Blindness to Pakistan’s Military State

Understanding the Limited International Focus on Pakistan’s Political Developments: Media Attention, Geopolitical Interests, Democratic Challenges, and Human Rights Issues

Trump Thanks King of Morocco After Major Highway Named in His Honour

The route stretches from Tiznit to Dakhla in Western Sahara, underscoring growing US-Morocco ties and highlighting Rabat’s strategic partnership with Washington over the disputed territory.

Pakistan Warns Houthi Rebels Against Maritime Attacks, Declares Threats to Ships a “Red Line”

Islamabad also pledged support for Saudi Arabia after Houthi threats to block the Bab el-Mandab waterway, a key global shipping route linking the Red Sea and Indian Ocean.

Indian youth protesters call for nationwide rallies as Modi govt imposes tough curbs

India’s youth protesters called for nationwide demonstrations on Friday even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government urged them to join talks, while shutting metro stations and mobile internet services and curtailing business in central Delhi.

US-Saudi nuke deal depends on recognizing Israel – White House

A landmark US-Saudi nuclear agreement will only proceed if Riyadh joins the Abraham Accords and establishes diplomatic relations with Israel, the White House said on Thursday

US announces civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia

The United States on Wednesday announced a landmark deal with Saudi Arabia that would establish a civilian nuclear program in the Gulf country, with Washington insisting the agreement includes nonproliferation safeguards.