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Pakistan Wins IAEA Recognition for Civil Nuclear Energy Progress

IAEA recognises Pakistan as a responsible nuclear state, praising its civil energy progress amid regional tensions.

September 23, 2025
News, Pakistan, Science & Tech, Security, World

Frydnes Under Spotlight in Lobbying Row Over Mahrang Baloch and Nobel Prize

Frydnes and PEN Norway face questions over links to Mahrang Baloch amid Nobel Prize lobbying controversy.

September 23, 2025
Balochistan, Human Rights, Security, World

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.”

September 22, 2025
Diplomacy, Economy, India, Iran, News, Pakistan, World

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

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.

September 22, 2025
Economy, News, Pakistan, World

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.”

September 22, 2025
Afghanistan, History, News, Security, World

Kabul Rejects Trump’s Demand Over Bagram, Cite US Pledge in Doha Agreement

Kabul rejects Trump’s demand for Bagram, reminding US of its Doha pledge to respect Afghanistan’s sovereignty and independence.

September 21, 2025
Afghanistan, Diplomacy, Geopolitics, News, World

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.

September 21, 2025
Afghanistan, Central Asia, Policy Bits, South Asia, World

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.

September 21, 2025
Economy, India, News, World

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.

September 20, 2025
Afghanistan, Diplomacy, News, Pakistan, Security, World

Mutasim Agha Jan Detained in Kandahar as Internal Power Struggles Intensify

Mutasim Agha Jan’s arrest signals deepening rifts within Afghanistan’s ruling movement.

April 17, 2026
Afghanistan, Opinion

Trump Hints at Possible Visit to Islamabad After Iran Deal Progress

Trump hints at visiting Islamabad if Iran deal is reached, praising Pakistan’s key role in US Iran peace talks.

April 17, 2026
Pakistan

PM Shehbaz Sharif Arrives in Turkey for Antalya Diplomacy Forum

PM Shehbaz arrives in Turkey for Antalya Forum, to meet world leaders and present Pakistan’s diplomatic stance.

April 16, 2026
Diplomacy, Pakistan

Pakistan Reaffirms Key Role in US Iran Diplomatic Talks

Pakistan reaffirms its key mediating role in US Iran talks, stressing diplomacy and regional peace efforts.

April 16, 2026
Diplomacy, Iran, Pakistan

Lebanon and Israel Agree to 10 Day Ceasefire Deal

Lebanon and Israel agree to 10 day ceasefire after US mediated talks aimed at reducing regional tensions and conflict escalation.

April 16, 2026
News

RA Agent Arrested in Rawalakot Over Spy Allegations

Police arrest suspected RA agent in Rawalakot for spying and sharing sensitive data through social media networks.

April 16, 2026
News