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Category: Middle East

Israel Moves Toward Annexing Occupied West Bank; Global Outrage Over “Blatant Violation” of International Law

Israel’s parliament advances bill to annex occupied West Bank, sparking global condemnation over breach of international law.

October 23, 2025
Diplomacy, Human Rights, Middle East, Pakistan, World

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Commitment to Regional Peace in Gaza Discussions

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia reaffirm peace efforts in Gaza talks, strengthening ties through the new defense pact.

October 23, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East, News, Pakistan

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Meet President Trump at White House

November 18 visit to focus on defense, intelligence, AI, and trade cooperation amid evolving Gulf security dynamics

October 22, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East, News

Doha Peace Won’t Hold Without Taliban Crackdown on TTP, Says Khawaja Asif

Pakistan links Doha ceasefire to Taliban action against TTP; Islamabad says truce depends on verifiable steps by Kabul.

October 21, 2025
Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Middle East, News, Pakistan

Pakistan, Afghan Taliban Delegations Meet in Doha amid Escalating Border Tensions

Pakistan and Afghan Taliban delegations meet in Doha to discuss border security and counter-terrorism amid rising tensions.

October 18, 2025
Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Middle East, News, Pakistan

Trump Hints at Saudi Arabia Joining Abraham Accords; Pakistan Clarifies Its Stance

Trump hints at Saudi Arabia joining Abraham Accords; Pakistan reaffirms its support for Palestine and regional peace.

October 18, 2025
Fact Check, Middle East, News, Pakistan, World

Shehbaz Sharif Attended Gaza Peace Summit, Reaffirmed Pakistan’s Support

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Palestinian cause at the landmark Sharm el-Sheikh peace summit.

October 15, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East, News, Pakistan

World Leaders Sign Gaza Peace Agreement in Sharm el-Sheikh Summit

Trump, Sisi, and Shehbaz Sharif join world leaders in Egypt to sign Gaza Peace Agreement, ending two years of deadly conflict.

October 13, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iran and Oman Call for Calm Amid Pakistan–Afghanistan Border Tensions

Gulf nations express alarm over Pakistan–Afghanistan border clashes, urging restraint to preserve regional peace.

October 12, 2025
Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Middle East, Pakistan

Hamid Mir Draws Backlash for Twisting Pakistan’s Palestine Policy and Quaid-e-Azam’s Vision

Hamid Mir’s remarks on Palestine spark backlash for distorting Jinnah’s stance and Pakistan’s long-held policy.

October 11, 2025
Fact Check, Middle East, News, Pakistan

Kandahar Monopoly and Afghan Dispossession; A System of Force in the Name of Sharia

Afghanistan’s governance under Kandahar control faces criticism over legitimacy, ethnic bias, and restrictions under Sharia rule claims.

April 18, 2026
Editorial, Human Rights

US Blockade Leads to Reclosure of Hormuz Strait, Iran Tightens Control

Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz after US blockade, escalating tensions and tightening control over the strategic waterway.

April 18, 2026
Diplomacy, Middle East, Politics

Rahima Bibi Case- Use of Women in Terrorism and Cross-Border Safe Havens Exposed

Rahima Bibi case reveals use of women in terrorism and exposes cross-border militant safe havens in Afghanistan.

April 18, 2026
News, Pakistan, Security

Islamabad Emerges as Diplomatic Hub as US–Iran Talks Expected on Monday

US and Iran expected to hold high-level talks in Islamabad on Monday, marking a major step toward regional de-escalation.

April 18, 2026
Diplomacy, Middle East, News

Afghanistan- Experts Call Taliban Rule ‘Usurpation,’ Not Sharia Governance

Experts say Taliban rule in Afghanistan is not Islamic governance but a usurped system lacking legitimacy and public consent.

April 18, 2026
Afghanistan, Central Asia, Human Rights, News

UK Parliament Acknowledges Pakistan’s Key Diplomatic Role in De-escalating Regional Tensions

The UK Parliament acknowledges Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts in easing US-Iran tensions and preventing regional escalation, praising its role in promoting peace.

April 18, 2026
Diplomacy, News, World