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Pakistan Assumes Chairmanship of SCO-RATS for 2025–26
Pakistan assumes chair of SCO-RATS for 2025–26, pledging stronger regional counterterrorism cooperation and expanded intelligence sharing.
A new sign at the Pentagon after Trump’s order to rename the Defense Department the “Department of War,” Sept. 5, 2025. [AP/Mike Pesoli].
Pentagon rebranded as “Department of War” after Trump order, reviving title abandoned after World War II
Trump revives Nobel Peace Prize bid, claiming credit for ending wars as he courts global recognition in 2025.
Trump revives Nobel Peace Prize bid, claiming credit for ending wars as he courts global recognition in 2025.
Pakistan-Origin MP Shabana Mahmood, newly appointed Home Secretary, previously served as Justice Secretary and Lord Chancellor. [Courtesy: The Independent].
Pakistan-origin MP Shabana Mahmood becomes UK Home Secretary in Keir Starmer’s cabinet reshuffle.
Global Flotilla Attempts to Breach Gaza Blockade Amid Rising Casualties and Annexation Plans
A global flotilla attempts to breach the Gaza blockade amidst rising casualties and new annexation plans, sparking international tension.
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.
US Congressman Seeks to Halt Pakistan’s IMET Program Amid PTI-Backed Lobbying Push
US lawmaker targets Pakistan’s IMET program after PTI-backed lobbying, sparking debate over foreign pressure on national policy.
Russian Envoy Extends Condolences After Deadly Afghanistan Quake
Russian envoy Zamir Kabulov voices condolences and pledges relief after a 6.0 quake leaves hundreds dead in Afghanistan.
Sweden and Netherlands Call for EU Sanctions on Israel
Sweden and the Netherlands call on the EU to sanction Israel over Gaza famine and suspend trade ties.
Pakistan-Spain Relations Strengthen as Senator Pérez Meets Ishaq Dar
Pakistan-Spain relations deepen as Senator Pérez meets Ishaq Dar in Islamabad.
Afghan journalists in exile face Taliban repression; international support needed to sustain independent media and free expression.
Peshawar FC headquarters attack kills 3, exposes threats from TTP-linked militants and ongoing cross-border terrorism in Pakistan.
FO calls Singh’s statements “delusional,” urges India to respect borders, minority rights, and international law.
UN experts and rights groups intensify calls to release Khurram Parvez, four years into his detention and Kashmir rights crackdown.
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