Author: Farhan Ali

KP CM Sohail Afridi Seeks Court Permission to Meet Imran Khan in Adiala Jail. Afridi Moves Court After Denied Meeting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC), requesting permission to meet PTI founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail.Afridi, elected as CM earlier this week, was denied access to the former prime minister during his visit on Thursday. Imran Khan has been imprisoned since August 2023 in a £190 million corruption case and faces pending trials under the Anti-Terrorism Act linked to the May 9 protests. Afridi Cites Constitutional Responsibility According to Afridi, the meeting…

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Pakistan & Afghanistan in Constructive Dialogue for Peaceful Resolution: FO Pakistan and Afghanistan are holding constructive discussions to address ongoing border tensions. According to the Foreign Office (FO), both sides aim to reach a peaceful and lasting resolution through dialogue and cooperation. Border Clashes and Response During a weekly briefing, FO spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan stated that Pakistan had consistently warned Kabul about the presence of Fitna al-Khawarij within Afghanistan. He expressed concern over the provocative incidents by Taliban forces between October 11 and 15. Pakistan’s forces responded firmly and effectively, neutralizing threats in self-defence. The retaliatory actions targeted armed…

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Four Militants Killed in Failed Suicide Att@ck by Fitna al-Khawarij in North Waziristan Pakistan’s secu-rity forces successfully thwarted a suicide att@ck by the banned group Fitna al-Khawarij (TTP) in North Waziristan on Friday, neutralising four militants before they could breach a military compound. According to official sources, the swift and coordinated response prevented any loss of life or property. Suicide Bomber Rammed Expl0sive-Laden Vehicle into Camp Wall The incident occurred when a suicide bomber rammed an expl0sive-filled vehicle into the perimeter wall of a secu-rity camp in North Waziristan. Following the blast, three armed militants attempted to enter the premises…

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Islamabad ready to work with KP for Pakistan’s interests : PM Shehbaz tells CM SOHAIL Afridi Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Sohail Afridi on becoming Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Chief Minister. He assured that the federal government stands ready to work with KP for Pakistan’s progress. The PM stressed that national unity and coordination between provinces and the Centre are vital for stability. This was their first call since Afridi’s election amid political tension between the PML-N-led Centre and the PTI-led province. Afridi thanked the premier and highlighted KP’s significance as home to 45 million citizens. He requested permission to meet his…

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Pakistan Says ‘Ball in Afghan Taliban’s Court’ for Permanent Ceasefire Pakistan Open to Peace Talks with Afghan Taliban Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s willingness to hold talks with the Taliban regime in Afghanistan under fair and reasonable terms. His remarks came during a federal cabinet meeting on Thursday, where he discussed the ongoing Pakistan-Afghan ceasefire talks and recent border tensions. The premier noted that a temporary 48-hour ceasefire had begun on October 15, following mutual consent between Islamabad and Kabul. He stated that “the ball is now in the Taliban regime’s court” to ensure peace prevails permanently. PM:…

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Pakistan Reaffirms Economic Partnership with Saudi Arabia Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening its economic partnership with Saudi Arabia.He met Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Aljadaan on the sidelines of the IMF–World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington D.C. Both sides reviewed the growing trade and investment ties between the two nations.Aurangzeb sought Saudi support for infrastructure projects and highlighted Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to achieve long-term macroeconomic stability through structural reforms. Focus on Privatization and Strategic Investments During the meeting, Aurangzeb briefed his Saudi counterpart on the privatization process of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) and major airports.He underscored…

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Pakistan and Kazakhstan Begin “Dostarym-V” Joint Exercise at Cherat Pakistan and Kazakhstan have started their joint military exercise “Dostarym-V” at the Special Operations School, Cherat. The event runs from October 13 to 24, 2025, focusing on counter-terror operations and tactical training.The Special Services Group (SSG) of Pakistan and the Special Forces of Kazakhstan are taking part in the exercise. The opening ceremony, held on October 14, 2025, marked the official start of this bilateral event. Both sides emphasized the importance of joint drills in improving interoperability and operational readiness. Enhancing Bilateral Military Cooperation “Dostarym-V” aims to strengthen coordination between the…

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Pakistan Forces Neutralize 34 India-Backed Militants in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Operations Pakistan Forces Eliminate 34 Militants in KP Operations Pakistan’s secu-rity forces neutralized 34 India-backed militants during three intelligence-based operations (IBOs) across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operations took place between October 13 and 15 in North Waziristan, South Waziristan, and Bannu. In North Waziristan’s Spinwam area, troops engaged militants after detecting movement. They eliminated 18 individuals following an intense exchange of fire.Meanwhile, eight militants fell in South Waziristan, and another eight were taken down in Bannu.Security teams now continue sanitization drives to clear leftover threats…

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Security Officer Guarding Polio Team Shot Dead in Nowshera; Vaccination Drive Continues PESHAWAR — A police officer assigned to protect a polio vaccination team was shot dead in Nowshera district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Wednesday. According to police, two unidentified attackers targeted the officer while he was escorting the team. The vaccination workers, however, remained safe. The incident occurred on the third day of Pakistan’s nationwide anti-polio campaign, which aims to immunise over 45 million children under the age of five. The week-long drive, launched on October 13, covers 159 districts and will continue until October 19 across most regions. In…

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Pakistan Announces 48-Hour Ceasefire on Afghan Taliban’s Request  Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban have agreed to a 48-hour temporary ceasefire, following a direct request from the Taliban regime in Kabul, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) announced on Wednesday. According to the official statement, the ceasefire will begin at 6 p.m. this evening. Both sides have mutually consented to halt hostilities for the next two days. “At the request of the Afghan Taliban regime, and with mutual consent, Pakistan and the Taliban have agreed to a temporary ceasefire for 48 hours, effective from 6 p.m.,” the Foreign Office said. During…

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