NADRA official, who was invloved in issuance of Pakistani ID cards to Afghans, has been arrested. His bail plea rejected, leading to arrest over alleged issuance of Pakistani ID cards to Afghans. In a jaw-dropping development that has gripped the public’s attention, the request for pre-arrest bail by the Assistant Director of the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) concerning the purported illicit distribution of Pakistani identity cards to Afghan citizens has been turned down by the Special Judge Central of Islamabad. This has resulted in the apprehension of the accused individual, Najibullah, subsequent to the court’s decision on Friday.…
Author: Muhammad Idrees
Iranian Border Guards Detained in Afghanistan have safely Returned to Iran after Diplomatic Talks. Iranian border guards found themselves detained in Afghanistan after inadvertently crossing the border. According to Iranian media, the guards were apprehended by Afghan authorities in Farah province. Eyewitnesses revealed that the guards had mistakenly entered Afghan territory after dawn on Thursday, April 25. The border guards, part of Iran’s South Khorasan province’s security group, had ventured to monitor the border strip at the zero point of the border. However, they inadvertently encountered Taliban forces, leading to their detention. After the guards’ detention, Afghan and Iranian border…
Central Asian Engagement with Afghanistan stands at the forefront of regional diplomacy, with nations holding onto aspirations amidst the shifting sands of American involvement. The echoes of September’s C5+1 summit reverberate as Central Asian neighbors yearn for a deepened American role, envisioning increased humanitarian assistance, amplified trade networks, and fortified counterterrorism efforts. Media conversations with officials hint at the potential for enhanced aid channels via Uzbekistan, signaling a pathway for tangible support to flow into Afghanistan. Additionally, whispers of heightened military assistance from Washington to Central Asian states underscore the quest for bolstered regional connectivity initiatives. While formal diplomatic recognition…
In the ongoing saga of Israel-Iran nuclear tensions, recent events have added a new layer of complexity to an already volatile situation. The exchange of strikes between the two nations has intensified concerns about the potential for nuclear conflict in the Middle East. The recent volley of back-and-forth strikes between Israel and Iran has raised alarm bells around the world. With both nations possessing nuclear capabilities, the stakes have never been higher. Disarmament experts and officials alike are closely monitoring the situation, recognizing the dire consequences of any escalation. The escalation reached a critical point with explosions rocking several sites…
Balochistan’s Natural Resources, a trove of wealth and strategic significance, underscore the province’s resilience and industrious spirit. Balochistan, a region endowed with abundant natural resources and a strategic position, stands as a testament to resilience and hard work. From oil to black pearl, coal to copper, the province boasts a wealth of minerals, totaling over 80 according to the Geological Survey of Pakistan. Yet, amidst these riches, Balochistan remains ensnared in underdevelopment and poverty, with an estimated 60% of its population languishing below the poverty line. Recently, the Pakistani government struck a monumental deal with Saudi Arabia, injecting $1 billion…
In a recent development that underscores the escalating tensions in the Middle East, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian took to social media to express his profound disappointment with the EU’s Sanctions on Iran. Amir-Abdollahian lamented the EU’s hasty decision, characterizing it as an unjustifiable move against Iran merely for exercising its right to self-defense in response to what he termed as “reckless aggression” from Israel. The Iranian diplomat’s remarks come in the wake of the EU foreign ministers’ unanimous agreement to expand sanctions on Iran following its retaliatory military action against Israel earlier this month. Critically, Amir-Abdollahian urged the EU not…
In a significant development, Balochistan’s Chief Minister, Mir Sarfraz Bugti, revealed plans on Tuesday to establish a parliamentary committee aimed at addressing the persistent violence and insurgency plaguing the region. With a sense of urgency, Bugti outlined the committee’s objectives, emphasizing the need for a concerted effort to find lasting solutions to these complex challenges. According to Bugti, the committee’s primary task will be to formulate a consensus roadmap for the government to effectively combat insurgency and terrorism in Balochistan. Additionally, it will seek to engage with dissident groups, offering them an opportunity to renounce violence and participate constructively in…
A new report from the World Bank says Afghanistan’s economy is in big trouble. The report says that Afghanistan’s economy is getting worse. It’s bad news for the people. Last year’s cataclysmic blow to Afghanistan’s gross domestic product (GDP), plummeting by a staggering 26%, has sent shockwaves rippling through the nation’s economic foundation. This precipitous drop not only signifies a severe setback but also casts a dark shadow over the prospects of economic stability for Afghanistan, leaving its future hanging in uncertainty. The repercussions of this economic freefall have been acutely felt, especially by the backbone of Afghanistan’s agrarian society—the…
In a delicate balancing act of diplomacy and military strategy, Israel executed a calculated strike on Iran on Friday, April 19, 2024. Initially planned to be more expansive, the strike was reined in under intense pressure from foreign allies, particularly the United States, Britain, and Germany. Initially, Israeli officials had contemplated a sweeping counterstrike against Iran, targeting multiple military sites, potentially escalating tensions in the region. The prospect of such a significant assault raised fears of a devastating Iranian retaliation, threatening to plunge the Middle East into a full-blown conflict. However, diplomatic intervention, spearheaded by President Biden and other foreign…
Taliban Recognition has been a topic of great concern for USA after their escape from the war-torn country. However, In a resounding declaration, the US State Department reaffirmed that the Taliban’s legitimacy hinges upon the active inclusion of women in both societal and economic realms. Speaking passionately during a press conference, Vedant Patel, the deputy spokesperson for the US Department of State, emphasized that the promotion of equal rights for Afghan women and girls stands as a cornerstone of Washington’s approach to Kabul. A Pivotal Principle Patel underscored, “Ensuring equal rights for Afghan women and girls remains a pivotal tenet…