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AGT Exposes Taliban-Linked Al-Mirsad for Fabricating ISIS-K Kill Claims
AGT debunks Al-Mirsad’s false ISIS-K kill claims, revealing evidence-based contradictions and regional security concerns.
Pakistan Rejects Afghan Taliban’s ISIS Claims as Tensions Deepen Over Regional Terrorism
Pakistan rejects Afghan Taliban claims of ISIS presence, clarifies the non-traditional “ceasefire” with Afghanistan.
Pakistan’s FO Condemns Drone Attack, Warns of Grave Threat Emanating from Afghanistan
Foreign Office expresses solidarity with China and Tajikistan after armed drone kills three Chinese nationals near the Afghan border.
Uzbekistan Deal Signals Afghanistan’s Trade Pivot Amid Pakistan Border Disruptions
Afghanistan pivots trade to Uzbekistan amid Pakistan border closures; cement, medicines, and exports reshaped.
Former CIA Officer John Kiriakou Alleges Mossad Recruited Afghan Refugees as Informants Inside Iran
Former CIA officer John Kiriakou alleges Mossad recruited vulnerable Afghan refugees in Iran as low-cost informants for covert intelligence.
Tajikistan’s flag with red, white, green stripes and a gold crown, and the white Taliban flag with black Arabic script.
Officials from Tajikistan’s foreign ministry and security institutions meet Afghan counterparts to strengthen political, economic, and security ties
Mirziyoyev Pushes Afghan Integration and Calls for Trans-Afghan Railway Amid Jawzjan Language Row.
Addressing leaders in Tashkent, President Mirziyoyev urged deeper regional engagement with Kabul even as the Taliban dropped Uzbek from Jawzjan University, triggering fresh ethnic tension.
Tajikistan Defence Chief Visits Pakistan to Deepen Military Ties
Colonel General Sobirzoda of Tajikistan meets Field Marshal Asim Munir at GHQ, pledging enhanced collaboration in training and counterterrorism.
Pakistan, Afghanistan Hold Key Talks on Security and Economic Cooperation at Moscow Format Meeting
Pakistan and Afghanistan discuss regional security, trade, and connectivity at the Moscow Format consultations.
Pakistan Responds to Washington Post Claims Over Afghan Deportations
Pakistan rejects claims of TWP, citing decades of support to Afghan immigrants and delays in US resettlement programs.
Noor Wali Mehsud’s religious legitimacy comes under scrutiny after a Karachi seminary disowns him and cancels any certificates linked to the TTP chief.
Islamabad hosts IMCTC’s program from 2–6 Feb 2026 to reintegrate individuals affected by extremism across member states.
Pakistan ranks 136th in CPI 2025, showing steady progress and improved public trust in government institutions.
Critics question Akhtar Mengal’s motives in Balochistan, highlighting personal gains over public concerns and governance.
PSC President Ali Abdullah criticizes double standards in freedom of expression at international forums.
Families in Punjab mourn civilians killed by Balochistan militants, rejecting ethnic blame and emphasizing unity.
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