With Trump looming, Pakistan braces for foreign policy challenges in 2025
1 day, 6 hours ago

With Trump looming, Pakistan braces for foreign policy challenges in 2025

Al Jazeera  

Analysts predict a tough year, as Islamabad prepares for more US belligerence towards China, the closest Pakistan ally. “Pakistan must skillfully navigate mounting pressure from Beijing for a ‘Joint Security Mechanism’, essentially putting Chinese security personnel on Pakistani territory which, in turn, would make them the target of militants complicating existing security measures,” Faisal told Al Jazeera. Hassan Abbas, professor at the National Defense University in Washington, DC, believes Pakistan must “carefully navigate” its ties with the US amid tensions with China and India. “The asymmetry with India is increasingly stark, and Pakistan has few options to compel India to take it seriously that don’t endanger other Pakistani foreign policy goals,” analyst Clary told Al Jazeera, adding that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has “little ideological interest” in rapprochement with Pakistan and “sees it as impractical during a period of domestic instability” in Pakistan. “It wasn’t that the US liked Pakistan or became best friends, it was just that Pakistan provided a purpose.” Iran The year 2024 turned out to be a cataclysmic year for Iran, as it saw its geopolitical interests in the Middle East suffer heavy losses and Israel even launching direct attacks on its territories on several occasions.

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India hits back at Pakistan Foreign Minister's 'tango' jibe, says 'T' stands for 'terrorism' | Watch
6 days, 6 hours ago

India hits back at Pakistan Foreign Minister's 'tango' jibe, says 'T' stands for 'terrorism' | Watch

India TV News  

New Delhi: Reacting to the recent comments made by Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on the improving ties between the two nuclear-powered nations, India on Friday said "T" stands for terrorism, and not "tango". Pakistan's then foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari visited India in May 2023 to attend an in-person meeting of the foreign ministers of …

As Pakistan, Afghanistan attack each other, what’s next for neighbours?
1 week, 3 days ago

As Pakistan, Afghanistan attack each other, what’s next for neighbours?

Al Jazeera  

Experts say both sides need to reset their approach towards the other — even as mounting tensions have eroded trust between old allies Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban. Pakistani military sources confirmed to Al Jazeera that on Tuesday, Pakistan launched air strikes in Afghanistan’s Paktia province, which borders Pakistan’s tribal district of South Waziristan. However, Afghanistan’s Taliban government, in power …

Pakistan 2024: Troubled ties with neighbours, economic woes and a problem called Khan
1 week, 4 days ago

Pakistan 2024: Troubled ties with neighbours, economic woes and a problem called Khan

Hindustan Times  

Islamabad, Pakistan was haunted by political uncertainty, economic instability, a deteriorating security situation and troubled relations with neighbours in 2024. But what defined the year were not just these perennial ills but the country’s inability to tackle incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan. Pakistan 2024: Troubled ties with neighbours, economic woes and a problem called Khan Amid political turbulence, Pakistan …

Pakistan's new ballistic missile programme an 'emerging threat': US official
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan's new ballistic missile programme an 'emerging threat': US official

India Today  

A senior White House official on Thursday said nuclear-armed Pakistan is developing long-range ballistic missile capabilities that eventually could allow it to strike targets well beyond South Asia, making it an "emerging threat" to the United States. Speaking to the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, Finer said Pakistan has pursued "increasingly sophisticated missile technology, from long-range ballistic missile systems to …

Pakistan has made significant progress in countering terrorist financing, says US State Department report
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Pakistan has made significant progress in countering terrorist financing, says US State Department report

The Hindu  

Pakistan has made substantial progress in countering terrorist financing and addressing regional extremist networks, a US State Department report states while also highlighting significant security challenges, including a sharp rise in terrorist attacks in 2023. Madrassas’ compliance The report notes Pakistan’s continued efforts in countering violent extremism, including operating “deradicalisation” camps in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that provide corrective religious education, vocational …

Pakistan terror attacks go up by 50 per cent: US State Department report flags 'grim' security landscape
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Pakistan terror attacks go up by 50 per cent: US State Department report flags 'grim' security landscape

India TV News  

A US State Department report states that in Pakistan, despite advancements in countering terrorist financing, the security landscape in 2023 remained 'grim'. Concerns regarding Pakistan terrorism continue to exist Noting Pakistan's continued efforts in countering violent extremism, including operating “deradicalisation” camps in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the report says that concerns continue to remain regarding madrassas failing to comply with registration and …

‘Want good ties but Pak must end terror’
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Want good ties but Pak must end terror’

Hindustan Times  

India desires relations “free of terrorism” with Pakistan and hopes that its ties with Bangladesh will “settle down to a mutually beneficial and stable relationship”, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said in Parliament on Friday, as he also cautioned against “point-scoring” over the state of India’s diplomatic relations. Jindal posed a supplementary query on ties with Pakistan after Jaishankar answered …

‘House of Cards’: How Imran Khan’s ‘final call’ deepens uncertainty in Pakistan
1 month, 1 week ago

‘House of Cards’: How Imran Khan’s ‘final call’ deepens uncertainty in Pakistan

Firstpost  

Khan frames his movement as one to restore ‘true democracy’ and ‘justice’ in Pakistan, despite his own contradictions and political alliances The political landscape of Pakistan has been undergoing dramatic shifts in recent years, with the rise of PTI’s populist movements, intense political polarisation, and societal rifts. The political landscape of Pakistan has been undergoing dramatic shifts in recent years, …

Is Pakistan scared of India's defence supremacy?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Is Pakistan scared of India's defence supremacy?

India Today  

In the high-stakes world of military strategy, Pakistan’s relentless pursuit to match India's advancements has become increasingly evident. India’s successful test-flight of its first long-range hypersonic missile last week has intensified speculation about Pakistan’s next move. India’s Hypersonic Breakthrough The test-firing of India’s hypersonic missile has sent ripples across South Asia, with defence analysts warning of a potential arms race …

How return of Donald Trump as POTUS is bad news for Pakistan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How return of Donald Trump as POTUS is bad news for Pakistan

Firstpost  

In Trump’s new strategic geopolitical balance sheet, India is a valuable asset, while Pakistan is a manageable liability The return of Donald Trump as the US president is a bad news for Pakistan, as American strategy shifts uncomfortably and unpredictably fast. In Trump’s new strategic geopolitical balance sheet, India is a valuable asset, while Pakistan is a manageable liability. As …

What a Trump presidency means for India's neighbourhood
2 months ago

What a Trump presidency means for India's neighbourhood

Firstpost  

Beyond the primary players in South Asia, Trump’s previous administration exhibited limited engagement with countries like Sri Lanka, Nepal and the Maldives On his first day back on the diplomatic front, former US President Donald Trump reached out to several world leaders setting a distinct tone by speaking with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. …

Trump 2.0: Will China and Imran Khan test Pakistan ties with the US?
2 months ago

Trump 2.0: Will China and Imran Khan test Pakistan ties with the US?

Al Jazeera  

The former PM’s team hopes that Trump will lean on Pakistan to release him from jail. Islamabad, Pakistan – Amid a flurry of congratulatory messages from political leaders worldwide following his victory in the US presidential election, Donald Trump received a message from an unexpected source: Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan, his “very good friend” who is currently in …

Pakistan at risk of parochialism, says former PM Imran Khan
4 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan at risk of parochialism, says former PM Imran Khan

The Hindu  

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that Pakistan is at risk of parochialism as political instability and terrorism have brought the economy to the verge of collapse. Mr. Khan said the country was facing the risk of parochialism and no one would invest in Pakistan while the country suffered from terrorism, Dawn News reported. Being a federal party, the …

Pakistan terms PM Modi’s remarks as jingoism
5 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan terms PM Modi’s remarks as jingoism

Deccan Chronicle  

Srinagar: Pakistan has rejected the statement made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 25th commemorative ceremony of the Kargil Vijay Diwas, terming it as “belligerent’ and smacking “jingoism.” A statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad late Friday evening said, “Pakistan rejects the Indian Prime Minister’s belligerent remarks made in Drass. Prime Minister Mr. Modi had …

India-Pakistan relations: US says, ‘We will continue to…’
6 months, 1 week ago

India-Pakistan relations: US says, ‘We will continue to…’

Live Mint  

The United States has reiterated its stand on terrorism, saying that it hopes any country on the planet condemns terrorism anywhere. Responding to a question about US relations with India and Pakistan, Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State said: “We would hope that any country on the face of the planet condemns terrorism anywhere.” Vedant …

As Pakistan launches its latest counter-terror operation, Islamabad cannot have double standards while dealing with extremism
6 months, 1 week ago

As Pakistan launches its latest counter-terror operation, Islamabad cannot have double standards while dealing with extremism

Firstpost  

Pakistan cannot continue to nurture those terror groups that operate in its east while targeting those operational in its west Despite earlier operations, the menace of terrorism has persisted, presenting a challenge to Pakistan’s security. As per the annual security report of the Centre for Research and Security Studies, Pakistan “witnessed 1,524 violence-related fatalities and 1,463 injuries from 789 terror …

Pakistan Deputy PM sends 'positive' message to India: 'We want good neighbourly relations...'
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan Deputy PM sends 'positive' message to India: 'We want good neighbourly relations...'

India TV News  

Islamabad: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar sending a “positive message” to India on Tuesday said his country does not believe in “perpetual hostility” and urged the new government in New Delhi to do a “sober reflection” on its future ties with Islamabad. Addressing a seminar at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad, the 74-year-old Pakistan Muslim …

Pak deputy PM Dar says his country doesn’t believe in ‘perpetual hostility’ in message to India
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Pak deputy PM Dar says his country doesn’t believe in ‘perpetual hostility’ in message to India

ABP News  

Islamabad, Jun 25 : Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar sending a “positive message” to India on Tuesday said his country does not believe in “perpetual hostility” and urged the new government in New Delhi to do a “sober reflection” on its future ties with Islamabad. Addressing a seminar at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad, the …

Border stability and cross-border terror solution: Priority areas for Jaishankar in Modi 3.0 govt
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Border stability and cross-border terror solution: Priority areas for Jaishankar in Modi 3.0 govt

Deccan Chronicle  

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on Tuesday outlined distinct approaches to handling relations with China and Pakistan, asserting that India's foreign policy under the third term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi will focus on finding solutions to "border issues" with Beijing and the "years-old cross-border terrorism" with Islamabad.Ahead of assuming charge on Tuesday after being sworn in as the country's …

Pakistan sustained its nuclear programme despite economic turmoil: top U.S. intelligence official tells Congress
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan sustained its nuclear programme despite economic turmoil: top U.S. intelligence official tells Congress

The Hindu  

Pakistan sustained its nuclear modernisation efforts last year despite its economic turmoil as its contentious relationship with India continues to drive its defence policy, the top U.S. intelligence official told Congress. Lt. Gen. Kruse told lawmakers that Pakistan has sought international support, including from the United Nations Security Council, to resolve its dispute with India about Kashmir. “Pakistan has sustained …

India-Pakistan relations could be improved after Lok Sabha elections, hopes Pak Defence Minister
9 months, 1 week ago

India-Pakistan relations could be improved after Lok Sabha elections, hopes Pak Defence Minister

The Hindu  

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has expressed hope for the betterment of ties with India after the general elections in India. Mr. Asif's comments came days after External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Singapore said that Pakistan is sponsoring terrorism almost at an "industry level" and the mood in India now is not to overlook terrorists and it "will not …

Pakistan's defence minister says relations with India can improve after Lok Sabha elections
9 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan's defence minister says relations with India can improve after Lok Sabha elections

India TV News  

Islamabad: Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Sunday exuded hope that thorny relations with India can be improved after the upcoming Lok Sabha elections are held in the neighbouring country. His remarks came after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said Pakistan is sponsoring terrorism at nearly an "industrial level" and India "will not skirt this problem anymore". However, Pakistan's Foreign …

Cash-Strapped Pakistan Turns to India for Help Amid Economic Crisis
9 months, 1 week ago

Cash-Strapped Pakistan Turns to India for Help Amid Economic Crisis

News 18  

Battered Economically and Isolated Globally, Pakistan Hopes for Trade Revival with India Trade between India and Pakistan has been at a near-complete standstill since 2019. Consequently, India stripped Pakistan of its “most favoured nation” status, effectively placing a 200 per cent duty on Pakistani imports. Five years later, a cash-strapped Pakistan has realised it punched way above its weight and …

India, Iran & Afghanistan: How Pakistan’s ‘Bleed Neighbours With Terrorism’ Policy Has Backfired
9 months, 2 weeks ago

India, Iran & Afghanistan: How Pakistan’s ‘Bleed Neighbours With Terrorism’ Policy Has Backfired

Hindustan Times  

India, Iran & Afghanistan: How Pakistan’s ‘Bleed Neighbours With Terrorism’ Policy Has Backfired Pakistan seems to be caught in a disaster of its own making, facing adversaries on three fronts. Months after cross-border tensions with Iran, now Pakistan & its neighbour Afghanistan conducted strikes on each other's territories. Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, had praised the Taliban, hoping …

‘Cousins at war’: Pakistan-Afghan ties strained after cross-border attacks
9 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Cousins at war’: Pakistan-Afghan ties strained after cross-border attacks

Al Jazeera  

Heightened tensions could see a further escalation, warn analysts — and it could strengthen the very armed group that Pakistan wants to target. The official government statement said that the “terrorists” pose a great threat to the country, and alleged that “they have consistently used Afghan territory to launch terror attacks inside Pakistani territory.” “Terrorist groups like TTP are a …

'Pak Remains A Threat': Indian Defence Chief's Straight Talk On China Challenge, LAC Standoff
9 months, 3 weeks ago

'Pak Remains A Threat': Indian Defence Chief's Straight Talk On China Challenge, LAC Standoff

Hindustan Times  

'Pak Remains A Threat': Indian Defence Chief's Straight Talk On China Challenge, LAC Standoff India's Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, spoke on the threats by Pakistan and China at the India Today Conclave 2024 on March 16 in New Delhi. Speaking on the subject of 'Vision National Security: The Challenges Before the Indian Military,' CDS said, "Our immediate …

Syed Ata Hasnain | What India should Expect from Shehbaz Sharif Government
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Syed Ata Hasnain | What India should Expect from Shehbaz Sharif Government

Deccan Chronicle  

With the PDM 2.0 government now embedded in Pakistan and Imran Khan’s vitriolic outbursts against India behind us, can we now expect any improvements in India-Pakistan relations? Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, young and ambitious, may view himself as the messiah who would revenge India for the ignominy that his grandfather faced with the defeat in former East Pakistan and in Shimla …

Pakistan is out of friends and out of money
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan is out of friends and out of money

Hindustan Times  

PAKISTAN’S ELECTION on February 8th featured state-of-the-art avatars and TikTok videos, but the question it poses evokes an old theme. Pakistan’s most popular politician, Imran Khan, a celebrity ex-cricketer turned rabble-rouser, was imprisoned on bogus charges at the army’s behest before the poll, even though he had at one time worked with the generals. China remains Pakistan’s “eternal friend” but …

The real threat to the ‘India as we know it’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The real threat to the ‘India as we know it’

The Hindu  

With the 17th Lok Sabha having ended, the stage is now set for the general election. The spectre of ‘Hindu majoritarianism’, whether intended or not, thus looms large in the minds of sections of the public, alongside a perception that ‘Mandir’ defines the nature of politics in an election year. The Opposition charge sheet includes aspects such as attempts to …

No good choices ahead for Pakistan after elections
10 months, 3 weeks ago

No good choices ahead for Pakistan after elections

Hindustan Times  

Never has there been such a dramatic election in Pakistan, with results being greeted with cheers at one moment and tears in the other as winning candidates found their huge majorities wiped out in the few hours. To this group has been added a bunch of smaller parties like the Pakistan Muslim League headed by the Chaudhrys of Gujrat, a …

India-Pakistan: An inside story with few details
10 months, 4 weeks ago

India-Pakistan: An inside story with few details

Live Mint  

The challenge about writing a book about Pakistan is to find novel ways to tell an old story, even one in which new sub-stories keep sprouting within an apparently unchanging main frame. Bisaria’s term in Islamabad began in September 2017, a year after Jaish-e-Mohammed’s Uri attack and the subsequent “surgical strike” by India, an episode that put paid to all …

People of Pakistan to decide its future leadership: U.S.
11 months ago

People of Pakistan to decide its future leadership: U.S.

The Hindu  

The Joe Biden Administration said on February 9 it is for the people of Pakistan to decide their future leadership as the country voted in its general elections amid allegations of rigging and electoral malpractice. "Millions of Pakistanis went to the polls today to vote and I will reiterate that Pakistan's future leadership is for the Pakistani people to decide, …

Pakistan polls 2024: What you need to know about candidates, key issues and what this election means for the country
11 months ago

Pakistan polls 2024: What you need to know about candidates, key issues and what this election means for the country

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pakistan's 127 million voters get to elect a …

Pakistan votes today amidst polarization, violence, and economic crisis
11 months ago

Pakistan votes today amidst polarization, violence, and economic crisis

Live Mint  

Pakistan is set to vote for the their 12th general elections today. Meanwhile, cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan, founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf and considered one of the most popular leaders in the country, is incarcerated in Adiala jail on multiple charges. Meanwhile, amid escalating political tensions and Pakistan's ongoing economic crisis, Nawaz Sharif aims to articulate his vision for addressing the multifaceted …

In Pakistan, old hopefuls jostle to turn around struggling economy
11 months ago

In Pakistan, old hopefuls jostle to turn around struggling economy

Al Jazeera  

Pakistani voters head to the polls on Thursday amid a deep-seated economic crisis. Inflation, which reached nearly 30 percent in December, has been climbing since the start of last year after Pakistan’s central bank agreed to liberalise its exchange rate as part of a pre-existing IMF programme. “This will lower Pakistan’s current account deficit as goods from abroad will become …

What to read about Pakistan
11 months ago

What to read about Pakistan

The Economist  

A S PAKISTAN HEADS for a parliamentary election on February 8th the country has rarely been in such a mess. In January Pakistan exchanged missile fire with Iran; both sides say they were aiming at militants based in the other’s territory. Hopes that the toppling of Pakistan’s last military dictator—Pervez Musharraf—in 2008 would lead to a steady strengthening of democracy …

Letters to The Editor — January 25, 2024
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Letters to The Editor — January 25, 2024

The Hindu  

Diplomacy, reality check India’s relationships with its neighbours such as Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Myanmar are drifting. The kind of response by the Indian government to the ongoing wars between Russia and Ukraine and Israel and Hamas are not well relished by the so-called western powers. Cavery Palani, Chennai Ayodhya’s future Ayodhya can be made an international peace summit …

China Assures Pakistan of Its Support to Defend Sovereignty After Iran’s Airstrikes
11 months, 2 weeks ago

China Assures Pakistan of Its Support to Defend Sovereignty After Iran’s Airstrikes

News 18  

China has assured Islamabad of its support in defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity even while welcoming on Tuesday the restoration of diplomatic ties between Tehran and Islamabad after their recent air strikes against each other. As China’s Foreign Minister Sun Weidong visited Pakistan on a mediation mission, a statement from Foreign Ministry on Monday said it is maintaining close …

View From India | Regional anarchy
11 months, 2 weeks ago

View From India | Regional anarchy

The Hindu  

It is hard to speak of a war today, amid the many wars the world is witnessing. The Palestinian death toll from the war between Israel and Hamas has soared past 25,000, the Health Ministry in the Gaza Strip said Sunday, while the Israeli government appeared far from achieving its goals of crushing the militant group and freeing more than …

Pakistan sees massive 80% rise in terror attacks in 2023, averaging one attack after every 14 hours
1 year ago

Pakistan sees massive 80% rise in terror attacks in 2023, averaging one attack after every 14 hours

Firstpost  

Pakistan experienced a disconcerting year with an unprecedented surge in terror attacks, according to the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies. In 2023 alone, the country witnessed 645 terror attacks, resulting in 976 deaths and 1,354 injuries – equating to an attack approximately every 14 hours. The Islamabad-based think tank, the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies, emphasized …

View From India | New year, new uncertainties for Indian diplomacy
1 year ago

View From India | New year, new uncertainties for Indian diplomacy

The Hindu  

Best wishes for a happy and peaceful new year to all readers of The View From India — the only newsletter that provides a comprehensive look of the issues that matter in foreign policy from an Indian perspective, and keeps you informed of the most important developments in Indian diplomacy every week. As The Hindu’s Suhasini Haidar writes, domestic policies …

Pakistan's economic development model has failed, it benefits only the elites: World Bank
1 year ago

Pakistan's economic development model has failed, it benefits only the elites: World Bank

Op India  

In the wake of the economic crisis in Pakistan, World Bank Country Director for Pakistan, Najy Benhassine said that Pakistan’s economic development is limited to the elite which resulted in the country lagging behind its fellow countries, Pak Vernacular media reported. The country director of the World Bank said that the focus of energy reform should be financial stability, better …

Kamal Davar | Amidst global churn India, US need a new road to Kabul
1 year ago

Kamal Davar | Amidst global churn India, US need a new road to Kabul

Deccan Chronicle  

A nation projects its diverse strategic interests by a plethora of measures in which carefully conceived diplomatic initiatives play a pre-eminent role. In dealing with its strategically significant neighbour, Afghanistan, otherwise dubbed as "the graveyard of empires", New Delhi’s outreach towards Kabul will require a fresh appraisal considering newer ground realities emerging in that fratricidal violence-driven nation. The ongoing policy …

The Israel-Palestine Conflagration Is a Cautionary Tale for India’s Global Ambitions
1 year, 1 month ago

The Israel-Palestine Conflagration Is a Cautionary Tale for India’s Global Ambitions

The Diplomat  

Claims of a “new Middle East” have been quashed as the “old Middle East” has returned with a vengeance: The devastating October 7 Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel have been followed by unprecedented Israeli attacks on Gaza and the resumption of prolonged Israel-Palestine hostilities. Beyond the Modi government’s unequivocal support for Israel the latest hostilities in the Middle East hold …

India-Pakistan Cricket Politics Heat up Ahead of 2023 ODI World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

India-Pakistan Cricket Politics Heat up Ahead of 2023 ODI World Cup

The Diplomat  

The cricketing world is buzzing with controversy as Pakistan has chosen to establish a government-level committee to look into its participation in the 2023 One Day International World Cup, which will be held in India this October. Jay Shah, secretary of the BCCI and head of the Asian Cricket Council, stated, “A neutral venue for the Asia Cup is not …

Keep an eye on the turbulence in Pak
1 year, 4 months ago

Keep an eye on the turbulence in Pak

Hindustan Times  

With the appointment of first-time senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, as a caretaker premier of Pakistan to oversee the upcoming polls, the government of the neighbouring country has officially transitioned into an interim arrangement that will hold before the national polls likely early next year. The reasons for the new administration — agreed mutually by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Opposition leader …

Over the borderline: on Pakistan and its security situation with Afghanistan
1 year, 5 months ago

Over the borderline: on Pakistan and its security situation with Afghanistan

The Hindu  

The terror attack in Pakistan’s Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa region, which has claimed 54 lives and left over 200 injured, is a grave reminder of the worsening security situation in the country’s border region with Afghanistan. The Pakistan Taliban have distanced themselves from the attack, which targeted a political rally by the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl, a hardline party led by Maulana Fazlur Rehman, a …

Pakistan criticises Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s LoC crossing remarks
1 year, 5 months ago

Pakistan criticises Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s LoC crossing remarks

Live Mint  

Pakistan has criticised Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's remarks that India is ready to cross the Line of Control to maintain its honour and dignity, saying the is a threat to regional peace and stability. Speaking at the Kargil War Memorial in Ladakh's Drass town on the occasion of the 24th Kargil Vijay Diwas on Wednesday, Singh said no compromise will …

What’s next for Pakistan’s political chaos?
1 year, 7 months ago

What’s next for Pakistan’s political chaos?

Al Jazeera  

On Wednesday, May 17 at 19:30 GMT: The dramatic arrest of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has resulted in protests and rioting with thousands arrested and at least 10 people killed in the turmoil. Last week’s unrest is the latest chapter in tense relations between Khan and the country’s powerful army generals. As Pakistan plans to hold elections by …

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