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Pakistan, Afghan Taliban set to hold next round of talks in Istanbul today
After last month’s deadly clashes along the Pak-Afghan border, both sides reconvene in Istanbul under Turkish mediation to address cross-border terrorism and ceasefire monitoring mechanisms.
Next Round of Pakistan-Afghanistan Talks to Begin Tomorrow in Istanbul
According to diplomatic sources, the Istanbul talks will be hosted by Türkiye’s intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin and will focus on border tensions, counterterrorism, and confidence-building measures between the two neighbors.
Information Minister Atta Tarar and Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry address the presser in Islamabad on November 1, 2025. [Screengrab]
Indian Agency Coerced Pakistani Fishermen for Espionage, Says Tarar
Afghanistan’s Education on the Brink as Millions of Children Are Denied the Classroom
UNICEF and UNESCO report warns more than 90 % of ten-year-olds cannot read a simple text, and nearly four million girls could lose access to education by 2030.
Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia Agree on Joint Health Cooperation and Anti-Drug Efforts
At a trilateral meeting in Saudi Arabia, health ministers from the three nations pledged collaboration on disease prevention, anti-narcotics measures, and improving healthcare standards across the region.
Sheikh Hasina Warns of Election Boycott if Awami League Barred from Polls
Election Commission suspended Awami League’s registration in May, citing national security concerns and ongoing war crimes investigations.
General Sahir Strengthens “Iron Brotherhood” with Bangladesh
General Sahir Shamshad Mirza’s visit underscores expanding defence, trade, and connectivity cooperation between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
The Petronas Twin Towers illuminated Kuala Lumpur’s skyline tonight in red, blue, and white to mark the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, held from October 26–28 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). [Courtesy: BERNAMA (2025)].
Modi’s choice to join the ASEAN and East Asia Summits virtually signaled a recalibration of India’s foreign policy priorities amid global realignments.
Pakistan’s pilots blended instinct, AI, and precision to outmatch rivals, setting new standards in aerial warfare. [PAF, F-16, Wikimedia Commons].
May’s air battle marked Pakistan’s ascent, where instinct met AI precision to reshape modern warfare’s blueprint.
TTP Claims Attack on South Waziristan Checkpost; Republic TV Exposes India’s Hand
TTP claims attack on South Waziristan checkpost; India’s Republic TV report sparks questions on cross-border links.
Afghan Ambassador Suhail Shaheen blames ISI for linking the US attack to IEA, but facts on TTP and border security challenge his claim.
Egyptian Foreign Minister H.E. Dr. Badr Ahmed Mohamed Abdelatty arrives in Islamabad for talks to deepen Pakistan-Egypt ties.
Operation Cleanup was halted on Qatar’s request, which offered mediation, says Deputy PM & Foreign Minister in a major disclosure.
Sri Lanka requests global assistance as Cyclone Ditwah kills 123, leaves 130 missing, and destroys thousands of homes across the island.
The Taliban betray Pashtunwali by sheltering TTP militants while Pakistan, upholding Melmastia, exposes Kabul’s selective cultural use.
Bella Hadid and Pedro Pascal to host a benefit concert in LA to raise funds for Palestine and Sudan relief efforts.
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