Security Forces Neutralise Three India-Backed Terrorists in Panjgur IBO Pakistan’s security forces achieved another major success in the ongoing counter-terr0r campaign by eliminating three India-sponsored terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Balochistan’s Panjgur district. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the development, reaffirming the state’s resolve to dismantle foreign-backed militant networks. According to ISPR, security forces conducted the IBO on January 25 after receiving credible intelligence about terrorist presence in the area. Troops moved swiftly and engaged the hideout. An intense exchange of fire followed, resulting in the elimination of three militants. Those killed included local commander Farooq alias…
Author: Farhan Ali
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) is stepping into the maritime sector with cutting-edge proposals that could reshape port operations and environmental monitoring along Pakistan’s coastline. The agency has offered to develop artificial intelligence (AI)-based systems to track cargo dwell times, streamline customs procedures, and enhance overall port efficiency through the Artificial Intelligence Maritime Secretariat (AIMS) under the Ministry of Maritime Affairs. During a historic visit to SUPARCO headquarters — the first-ever by a federal Maritime Affairs minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry highlighted the growing role of space-based monitoring systems in safeguarding seas, improving maritime management, and addressing…
For much of the post Cold War era, the security of Muslim-majority countries has depended on outside powers rather than internal alliances. Gulf states relied heavily on the United States, South Asia functioned through bilateral arrangements, and organizations like the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) remained largely political forums with little military coordination. Despite repeated calls for unity, a formal collective defense system in the Muslim world never truly emerged. That long-standing gap makes the Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement (SMDA) signed between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on September 17, 2025, particularly noteworthy. At its core, the SMDA resembles NATO’s Article 5,…
After decades of failed attempts, Pakistan has finally taken a step many governments struggled to achieve: the privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA). For years, PIA symbolized inefficiency, financial losses, and political interference. Now, the government is presenting its sale as a sign of renewed investor confidence and economic reform. In a recent cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, senior ministers described PIA’s privatisation as the beginning of a new investment driven phase for Pakistan. According to the cabinet, both domestic and foreign investors are closely watching the process, seeing it as a test case for broader economic reform. The bidding process itself has…
The JF-17 Thunder is fast emerging as a defining example of cost-effective, combat-proven air power. Far beyond being just an affordable alternative, its Block III variant represents a major leap in aerial capability, combining high maneuverability, advanced electronics, and a documented combat record a combination rarely seen in contemporary 4.5 generation fighters. At the heart of the Block III is a full-authority digital fly by wire system and a high thrust to weight ratio, ensuring agility in both air-to-air dogfights and precision ground-attack missions. According to reports by Al Jazeera and Defense Security Asia, the aircraft bridges the gap between regional jets and more expensive Western fighters,…
Pakistan recently announced its decision to join the ‘Board of Peace’, a US-led initiative chaired by former President Donald Trump aimed at supporting the implementation of a Gaza peace plan under UN Security Council Resolution 2803. The move positions Pakistan alongside over 20 countries, including seven other Muslim-majority states such as Egypt, UAE, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, which have also accepted invitations to participate. The board’s charter is set to be signed on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, with about 60 countries invited and more than 25 confirming participation. According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the decision reflects Islamabad’s ongoing…
Pakistan’s security forces have killed 13 terrorists in two separate intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, underscoring the country’s continued struggle against militant violence despite years of counterterrorism efforts. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Thursday, the operations were carried out between January 13 and 14 in the districts of Bannu and Kurram. The military described those killed as members of “Indian Proxy Fitna-al-Khawarij”, a term used by the state for the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and its affiliated factions. Details of the Operations The ISPR said the first intelligence-based operation was conducted in Bannu district after reports of terrorist presence…
Pakistan has raised serious concerns at the United Nations over India’s unilateral decision to place the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance, warning that the move has triggered an unprecedented crisis for Pakistan’s water security and poses broader risks to regional stability. The issue was highlighted by Ambassador Usman Jadoon, Acting Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, during his address at the Global Water Bankruptcy Policy Roundtable, hosted by the Permanent Mission of Canada and the United Nations University (UNU). Speaking to an international audience of policymakers and experts, Ambassador Jadoon underscored that the Indus Waters Treaty signed…
Maduro Appears in US Court After Capture as Global Reaction Intensifies Deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro arrived in a New York courthouse on Monday for his first US court appearance, just days after his dramatic capture in Caracas during a US military operation. The move has sent shockwaves across Latin America and triggered sharp reactions from global powers. Maduro, 63, now faces US federal narc0trafficking charges alongside his wife, Cilia Flores. His arrival in the United States marks a significant escalation in Washington’s long-running standoff with Venezuela’s leadership. High-Security Transfer to US Court Maduro was escorted under heavy secu-rity to…
Pakistan–China Call for Verifiable Action on Afghan-Based Militancy: Why It Matters for Regional Stability The joint Pakistan–China call for “visible and verifiable” action against terr0rist groups operating from Afghan territory marks a decisive moment in regional diplomacy. Issued after the 7th round of the Pakistan–China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue in Beijing, the communique goes beyond routine statements. It reflects a shared assessment that ambiguity on militancy has outlived its usefulness. From an opinion standpoint, this stance is both timely and necessary. Regional secu-rity cannot rest on assurances alone. It requires measurable outcomes, sustained cooperation, and accountability. Pakistan and China are…