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US Ends India’s Chabahar Waiver; Pakistan Backs Tehran’s Right to Trade
US ends India’s Chabahar waiver; Pakistan backs Iran’s right to trade, calling Gwadar and Chabahar “sister ports.”
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.
US Fiscal Transparency Report Notes Pakistan’s Progress, Urges Greater Oversight
US Fiscal Transparency Report 2025 notes Pakistan’s progress in audits and budget access, but urges oversight of defence and debt.
Afghan Defence Chief Rejects Trump’s Demand to Hand Over Bagram Airbase
At a Kabul Air Force ceremony, Afghan Defence Chief Reject Trump’s Demand for Bagram, saying Afghanistan’s independence is “non-negotiable.”
Once the largest US hub in Afghanistan, Bagram, less than 800km from China’s Xinjiang border, is now at the center of tensions as Kabul rejects Trump’s demand. [Courtesy: AP].
Kabul rejects Trump’s demand for Bagram, reminding US of its Doha pledge to respect Afghanistan’s sovereignty and independence.
Bagram and the Making of Great Game 3.0
As Trump warns Kabul over Bagram, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the Gulf face fresh risks. The Great Game 3.0 is unfolding across Asia and the Middle East.
Trump Orders $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visas, Sparking Outcry in India and Tech Sector
Trump orders $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, alarming India and tech giants who warn of global talent disruption.
Pakistan Foreign Office Rebukes Khalilzad Over Remarks on TTP Strategy
FO rebukes Khalilzad’s call for talks with TTP, stressing Pakistan’s counterterrorism strategy leaves no room for militancy.
Trump and Starmer Hail 'Renewed' Special Relationship, Sidestep Key Issues
Trump and Starmer hail a "renewed special relationship" at Chequers, sidestepping difficult issues.
PTI to Stage Protest in London as PM Shehbaz Begins UK Visit
PM Shehbaz Begins UK Visit after Saudi pact; PTI protest in London risks overshadowing key security, foreign policy gains
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