Social platform X suspended a newly created account associated with Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, after it posted messages in Hebrew, as reported by international media. The account, created on Sunday, carried a standard Islamic greeting in Hebrew as its first message. However, early Monday, it was deactivated with a note citing a violation of X’s policies. Elon Musk’s platform did not provide additional clarification on the nature of the breach. This action follows intensified tensions between Iran and Israel, with Khamenei referring to Israel’s recent strikes and cautioning against misjudgments of Iran’s power and determination. While Khamenei’s team…
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TEHRAN: Iran’s government intends to raise its military budget by around 200%, according to government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani, as reported by state media on Tuesday. This substantial defense budget hike follows a series of retaliatory attacks between Iran and Israel in recent months. The proposed increase is part of a budget plan submitted by Iran’s government to parliament for approval. “A considerable raise that amounts to 200% has been witnessed in the country’s defense budget,” Mohajerani stated, without providing additional details. At least 55 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on Beit Lahiya. For months, Iran and Israel have engaged in…
GAZA CITY: Israeli forces stormed Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza on Friday, detaining approximately 100 people, including male medical staff, as they conducted a raid lasting until Saturday. Gaza’s health ministry and hospital officials condemned the incursion, describing it as a serious escalation in the ongoing crisis impacting health services. The ministry stated that Israeli forces damaged parts of the hospital during the operation, which has already been heavily strained by ongoing airstrikes and shortages of essential supplies. Video footage, though not independently verified, circulated over the weekend, showing extensive damage to the hospital compound. Medical workers reported that…
ISLAMABAD: On his first day as Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahya Afridi swiftly handled 30 cases in the Supreme Court, completing hearings within an hour and 15 minutes, from 9:30 am to 10:45 am. Of the 30 cases, Chief Justice Afridi adjourned six until later in the morning, at 11:30 am, citing various reasons, and completed hearings for the remaining 24 cases. The cases were heard alongside Justice Shahid Bilal in Bench No. 1. Following the morning hearings, Chief Justice Afridi attended his first full court session at 1 pm, focusing on judges’ concerns and broader judicial matters. Justice…
Rawalpindi, 25 October 2024 – The Pakistan-Russia Joint Exercise Druzhba-VII, a key counter-terrorism training event, concluded today at the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Pabbi. The two-week-long exercise, which began on October 13, 2024, included Pakistan Army Special Forces and a 54-member contingent from the Russian Army. Read More: Justice Shah’s Letter Condemns CJ Isa’s Leadership Approach Lieutenant General Fayyaz Hussain Shah, HI (M), Inspector General Training & Evaluation (IGT&E), was the Chief Guest at the ceremony, joined by Russian Ambassador Albert P. Khorev. The exercise showcased rigorous professional standards and aimed to enhance tactical interoperability, reinforce counter-terrorism techniques, and…
An Anti-Terrorism Court in Islamabad has granted bail to Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan, detained since October 4th on charges of inciting violence against police and state institutions. Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain granted their release on Rs20,000 surety bonds in connection with two cases filed at Kohsar Police Station. Read More: Justice Shah’s Letter Condemns CJ Isa’s Leadership Approach The bail application, opposed by Prosecutor Raja Naveed, was ultimately accepted by the court, and an order was issued for their immediate release. Initially, the hearing was set for October 19th, but both ATC judges were on leave, causing a delay in…
Justice Mansoor Ali Shah of the Supreme Court has raised concerns regarding Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s judicial conduct and leadership style, citing these issues as reasons for his absence from the recent Full Court Reference. In his letter to the Registrar, Justice Shah argued that CJ Isa failed to foster judicial harmony and accused him of being indifferent to external pressures on the judiciary. Justice Shah compared the current situation to his decision to skip former CJ Saqib Nisar’s reference due to overreach but noted that his current concerns were “more troubling.” He urged that his letter be officially…
In a meeting with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa students, educators, and civil society members at Garrison Cadet College, Kohat, DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry provided a detailed briefing on Pakistan’s security challenges. Addressing threats on both borders, he discussed the army’s proactive measures, including recent operations against Khawarij forces. He encouraged the audience, especially students, to recognize and counter negative propaganda on social media and underscored the Pakhtun community’s role in promoting stability. In appreciation, attendees expressed solidarity with the army, commending its sacrifices for national peace. Many participants shared that the session deepened their understanding of Fifth Generation Warfare,…
Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts face a daunting challenge as foreign-sourced arms fuel cross-border attacks. Advanced weaponry, originally intended for Afghan defense, now falls into the hands of militants targeting Pakistan. Fitnah-ul-Khawarij and affiliated groups infiltrate through the Pak-Afghan border, intensifying regional tensions. Recent Counter-Terrorism Successes Bajaur District Success (October 23/24, 2024) An intelligence-led operation led to the elimination of nine Khawarij insurgents, including notorious ringleader Syed Muhammad Qureshi. Arms seized, including M4 rifles and AK-47s, emphasize the foreign-sourced threat. Waziristan Clashes (September 19/20, 2024) Twelve extremists were neutralized in two encounters, with SKS rifles and RPD machine guns recovered, alluding to…
In a major success for Pakistan’s security forces, a significant operation in Bajaur district on October 24, 2024, resulted in the elimination of nine key Khawarij, including Syed Muhammad Qureshi Ustad, a ringleader of Fitna-ul-Khawarij. This intelligence-based operation led to a fierce exchange of fire, with security forces neutralizing individuals involved in several attacks targeting both security personnel and civilians. A large cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was recovered during the operation, marking another step in the ongoing efforts under Operation Azam-e-Taqwat to eradicate terrorism. The operation aligns with the collective resolve of the Pakistani people and security forces…