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Category: Middle East

Palestine Recognition Crosses 160 States with France and European Backing

France and six European states recognise Palestine, joining the UK, Canada, Australia and Portugal as global support surpasses 160.

September 24, 2025
Diplomacy, Human Rights, Middle East, News, Pakistan, World

European Countries Lead New Wave of Palestinian Recognition

France, Belgium, and others join the global movement to recognize a Palestinian state, intensifying diplomatic pressure on Israel amid the Gaza war.

September 23, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East, News, World

Recognition as a New Path to Peace

A wave of global support for Palestinian statehood is challenging the traditional two-state solution approach and pressuring world leaders.

September 23, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East, Policy Bits

Syria’s President al-Shara’a Arrives in New York for First UNGA Visit Since 1967

Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara’a arrives in New York for UNGA, the first Syrian head of state to attend since 1967.

September 22, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East, News, World

Pakistan Joins Arab Monetary Fund’s Buna Platform to Boost Digital Payments

Pakistan joins Buna platform to boost digital payments, speed up remittances, and strengthen ties with Gulf nations.

September 21, 2025
Diaspora, Economy, Middle East, News, Pakistan

Turkey and Egypt Announce Landmark Joint Naval Exercise in Eastern Mediterranean

Turkey and Egypt hold their first joint naval drills in 13 years, signalling a new era of military cooperation in the eastern Mediterranean.

September 19, 2025
Middle East, News

The New Power Equation: “Joint Deterrence” and the Pakistan-Saudi Pact

A new defense pact between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia formalizes a "joint deterrence" alliance, reshaping power dynamics in the Middle East.

September 18, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East, Security

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Seal Historic Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, Vowing Joint Deterrence

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia sign a Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, pledging joint deterrence and stronger regional security ties

September 17, 2025
Diplomacy, Middle East, News, Pakistan, Security

Pakistan Urges UNSC to Act as Yemen Crisis Deepens Amid Israeli Strikes

Pakistan urges UNSC to act on Yemen, condemning Israel and presenting four key points for peace and relief.

September 17, 2025
Human Rights, Middle East, News, World

UN Rights Probe Alleges Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza

UN rights probe alleges Israel is committing genocide in Gaza; the report cites killing and starvation, which Israel calls "fake" and "Hamas falsehoods."

September 17, 2025
Human Rights, Middle East, News

Mullah Mutasim Arrest Raises Questions Over Taliban Unity

Mullah Mutasim’s arrest raises questions over Taliban unity amid reports of internal political tensions and leadership divisions.

April 17, 2026
Afghanistan, Politics, Security, South Asia

Islamic University President Praises Pakistan Leadership

Islamic University president praises Pakistan’s leadership and peace efforts, highlighting PM and Army Chief roles.

April 17, 2026
Education, Pakistan

Taliban Governance Gaps Exposed in Barikot-Kamdesh Reopening

Tribal jirga between Nuristan, Kunar, and Chitral elders reopened the Barikot–Kamdesh route, ending a two-month closure

April 17, 2026
Afghanistan, Editorial

Gas Pipeline Explosion at Hattar Industrial Estate 8 Dead, Including Women and Children

A gas pipeline explosion at Hattar Industrial Estate caused a massive fire, killing eight people including women and children in Haripur.

April 17, 2026
News, Pakistan

Islamabad Talks- US and Iran Near Historic Deal, Reuters Claims

US and Iran move closer to a historic agreement as Islamabad talks enter the final stage, with Pakistan playing a key mediation role.

April 17, 2026
Diplomacy, Middle East, News, Pakistan

Taliban Regime–Fitna al-Khawarij Nexus Exposed: Key Militant’s Shocking Revelations

Arrest of key militant Aamir Sohail exposes alleged Taliban–Khawarij links and cross-border terror networks targeting Pakistan.

April 17, 2026
Afghanistan, Security, South Asia