Financial Times Praises Field Marshal Asim Munir as a Key Strategic Leader in a Changing Global Order The global geopolitical landscape is undergoing rapid and often unpredictable transformation. As traditional alliances face strain and major powers recalibrate their foreign policies, middle powers are increasingly required to act with agility, balance, and strategic foresight. In this evolving environment, leadership plays a decisive role. Against this backdrop, the British newspaper Financial Times has highlighted Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, as one of the most effective strategic leaders to emerge during this…
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Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi Sentenced to 17 Years in Toshakhana-2 Case Special Court Verdict on Toshakhana-2 Case A special court in Rawalpindi has sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, to 17 years’ imprisonment each in the Toshakhana-2 case. The verdict was announced by Special Judge Central Shahrukh Arjumand after 80 hearings conducted at Adiala Jail. Both convicts were also fined Rs16.4 million. Under the judgment, Imran and Bushra received 10 years each under Sections 34 and 409 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC), along with an additional seven-year term each under Section 5 of…
US Thanks Pakistan for Considering Role in Gaza Stabilisation Force Washington Welcomes Pakistan’s Openness on Gaza Stabilisation The United States has expressed gratitude to Pakistan for its openness to considering participation in a proposed International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington appreciated Pakistan’s willingness to engage in discussions, describing Islamabad as a key potential partner in future peace and stabilisation efforts. Speaking at a press conference in Washington, Rubio clarified that while Pakistan has not yet made a formal commitment, its readiness to consider joining the initiative was viewed positively by US officials.…
Pakistan Issues Demarche to Afghan Taliban After Soldiers Martyred in North Waziristan Pakistan Condemns Deadly Cross-Border terr0rist att@ck Pakistan has issued a strong diplomatic demarche to the Afghan Taliban regime following a deadly terr0rist att@ck on a Pakistan Army camp in North Waziristan that resulted in the martyrdom of four soldiers. The Foreign Office (FO) expressed grave concern over the continued presence and facilitation of banned groups operating from Afghan soil. According to an official statement, the demarche was conveyed after the Afghan deputy head of mission was summoned to the Foreign Office. Pakistan strongly protested the use of Afghan…
ATC Sentences Yasmin Rashid, Other PTI Leaders to 10 Years in May 9 Case Shah Mehmood Qureshi Acquitted in GOR-1 Gate Violence Case An anti-terr0rism court (ATC) in Lahore has sentenced senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Dr Yasmin Rashid and several other party figures to 10 years of imprisonment in a case related to the May 9, 2023 unrest. The verdict was announced inside Kot Lakhpat Jail, marking another significant development in the series of prosecutions stemming from the nationwide violence that followed the arrest of PTI founder Imran Khan. At the same time, the court acquitted former foreign minister…
GB Election Commission Postpones General Elections Amid Severe Weather The Gilgit Baltistan Election Commission on Thursday announced the postponement of general elections in the region, citing severe weather conditions that could hinder the electoral process. The decision was announced by Gilgit Baltistan Chief Election Commissioner Raja Shahbaz Khan following an all-parties conference (APC) convened to assess the feasibility of holding elections under prevailing climatic conditions. Decision After All-Parties Conference Addressing participants at the APC, the chief election commissioner said the decision to delay the polls was taken in line with the majority opinion of political parties. He noted that worsening…
IHC Orders Removal of Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri Over Invalid Law Degree The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday ordered the removal of Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri from his position, ruling that he was not legally eligible for appointment as a high court judge due to holding an invalid Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. The verdict was delivered by a two-member bench headed by IHC Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar and comprising Justice Azam Khan. The bench concluded that Justice Jahangiri did not possess a valid LLB degree at the time of his judicial appointment, rendering the appointment unlawful under constitutional…
Introduction Pakistan has issued a nationwide health advisory as influenza cases rise during the winter season. The National Institute of Health (NIH) warned of a potential surge linked to the H3N2 influenza strain, including a newly identified genetic subclade often referred to as “super flu.” The advisory urges provincial health departments to enhance preparedness, strengthen prevention measures, and promote vaccination, particularly for high-risk groups. Officials cautioned that while influenza often begins mildly, it can turn severe in vulnerable populations. Rising Influenza Cases Across Pakistan According to the NIH, Pakistan has recorded a noticeable increase in influenza-like illness (ILI) and severe…
Introduction Indian authorities have confirmed that one of the suspects involved in the deadly Bondi att@ck in Australia was originally from Hyderabad. The disclosure follows a detailed background verification conducted after the December 14 incident, which left at least 16 people dead. The case has drawn international attention due to its cross-border dimensions and alleged extremist motivations. Officials from India, Australia, and the Philippines are now coordinating as investigations continue into the suspect’s background, travel history, and possible ideological influences. Background of the Suspect According to Indian government officials, Sajid Akram, aged 50, was a resident of Tolichowki in Hyderabad…
Pakistan Reaffirms Zero Tolerance for Terr0rism on 11th Anniversary of APS Peshawar Tragedy Focus Keyphrase: SEO Title: Meta Description: Introduction Pakistan is observing the 11th anniversary of the Army Public School (APS) Peshawar tragedy, one of the darkest chapters in the nation’s history. On December 16, 2014, 147 innocent students and teachers lost their lives in a brutal terr0rist att@ck. National leaders, including President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, have reaffirmed the country’s unwavering resolve to eliminate terr0rism and honour the memory of the martyrs. Remembering the APS Tragedy The APS att@ck claimed the lives of 122 students and…