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Grand Jirga in Landi Kotal Urges Immediate Reopening of Torkham Border for Trade and Travel
Political leaders, tribal elders, traders, and transporters call on Pakistan and Afghanistan authorities to end the month-long closure of the Torkham crossing, citing severe economic hardship.
Torkham Border Deadlock Deepens as Istanbul Talks Collapse
Trade halted, protests erupt as Pakistan–Afghanistan tensions escalate
Pakistan Positioned as Strategic Trade Hub Between East and West, Says Federal Minister
Ahsan Iqbal highlights the potential of ports and economic zones to boost Pakistan’s economy and regional trade
Indian Students Lured to Russia on Fake Study Visas, Forced to Fight in Ukraine War
Indian students lured to Russia on fake visas, coerced into fighting Ukraine war as BJP govt remains silent on crisis.
US Sanctions Network for Smuggling Iranian Oil, Underscoring Broader Pressure Campaign
US sanctions a network led by an Iraqi national for smuggling Iranian oil, a move to cut off Tehran's funding for destabilizing activities.
Zahir Qadir Arrested in Kenya for U.S. Extradition
Zahir Qadir arrested in Kenya, faces U.S. extradition on drug and weapons charges from New York court. Kenyan police apprehended Qadir at a local hotel. A Nairobi court has approved his continued detention, citing flight risk and serious charges pending abroad.
Mutasim Agha Jan arrested in Kandahar on Hibatullah’s orders, highlighting deep internal divisions within Taliban leadership.
Pakistan’s claims on Fitna al-Khawarij and cross-border networks gain global attention after key militant’s confession and international reports.
Mutasim Agha Jan’s arrest signals deepening rifts within Afghanistan’s ruling movement.
Trump hints at visiting Islamabad if Iran deal is reached, praising Pakistan’s key role in US Iran peace talks.
PM Shehbaz arrives in Turkey for Antalya Forum, to meet world leaders and present Pakistan’s diplomatic stance.
Pakistan reaffirms its key mediating role in US Iran talks, stressing diplomacy and regional peace efforts.
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