On Saturday, the Fata Qaumi Jirga, a tribal council, orchestrated a fervent demonstration against FATA integration with KP. The demonstrators, equipped with banners and placards adorned with dissenting slogans, passionately voiced their opposition to the merger. Khan’s Resolute Address: Grievances and Resistance Bismillah Khan is serving as the president of the Fata Qaumi Jirga. He took center stage to articulate the group’s steadfast resistance to the merger. This is the stance they have maintained since the inception of the proposal. Khan expressed a prevailing sentiment within the tribal community. He asserted that the government, under the guise of integration, had…
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On Friday, Ikhtiar Wali, the spokesperson for the PML-N in KP, issued a call for the provincial government to transcend political differences and adopt a collaborative approach with the federal government to advance development goals in the region. Highlighting the interdependence of KP on the federal framework, Wali underscored the necessity of embracing a reconciliatory policy with the Center. He said this help to effectively address the multifaceted issues prevalent within the province. He also argued that a confrontational stance would not serve to resolve the genuine problems faced by the masses. The spokesperson advocated for a more cooperative and…
International Women’s Day serves as a poignant moment for Afghan women to raise their voices and appeal to the Taliban for the complete assurance of their rights. In the face of significant obstacles, women and girls in Afghanistan find themselves unable to work or pursue education, sparking a collective call for change. Wajiha, a 22-year-old Afghan woman, envisions attending a university exclusively for women and desires the freedom to work independently. On this International Women’s Day, she joins others in urging the Islamic Emirate to dismantle restrictions on women. She wants women to be granted the fundamental rights to study,…
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir conducted a significant visit to Awaran district in Balochistan. He received comprehensive briefings on the current security situation and the Pakistan Army’s efforts toward socio-economic development and agricultural facilities in the region. During his visit, General Munir interacted with local elders, farmers, and the families of martyrs, offering reassurance of the army’s unwavering commitment to their security and well-being. He also paid tribute to the sacrifices made by the martyrs, recognizing their invaluable contributions. In his engagements with the community leaders and agriculturalists of Awaran, Gen Munir stressed the pivotal role of…
By: Fatima Saleem The region comprising East Asia, South Asia, the Western Pacific, and the Indian Ocean hosts more than half of the world’s population, nearly two-thirds of the world’s economy, and seven of the world’s largest militaries. Seeing the region as the epicenter of global geopolitics, the US launched its Indo-Pacific Strategy (IPS) in February 2022, intending to “firmly anchor” the region. Rekindling the spirit of previous administrations, the strategy is premised on the principles of: The rebranding of the region from Asia-Pacific (APAC) to Indo-Pacific shows that it remains central to Washington’s foreign policy and is part of…
Issues surrounding gender and sexuality have always been considered taboo in ultra-conservative Afghanistan, and this has only worsened since the Taliban regained control of the country in 2021. Some members of the LGBTQ community deemed the Taliban’s return too dangerous and fled to neighbouring Pakistan along with countless other Afghan refugees. Afghan transgender people escape Taliban persecution only to find “a worse situation” as refugees in Pakistan.In late 2023, Pakistan initiated a controversial program to deport Afghan refugees without proper documentation, further heightening concerns for LGBTQ refugees like Laila Khan and Jannat, two young transgender women who spoke with CBS…
An explosion rocked Taliban military base located close to the airport in Faizabad. It is the principal city of Badakhshan province in northeastern Afghanistan. Fortunately, the blast did not result in any casualties, as confirmed by Badakhshan police spokesman Ehsanullah Kamgar on Tuesday. The incident involved a roadside improvised explosive device (IED) that detonated in the vicinity of the military base. Ehsanullah Kamgar informed AFP that, despite the explosion, there were no reported fatalities or injuries. Authorities are leaning towards the belief that the IED might not be a recent occurrence. However, it may rather be a remnant from the…
Gwadar Airport suffered an abrupt shut down for a period of four days due to heavy rains, snowfall, and adverse weather conditions affecting various parts of the country. This has led to the cancellation of eight flights originating from Islamabad Airport. Flight Operations Disruption Due to the flood situation, flight operations at Gwadar Airport have been temporarily suspended. An official notice informed the airlines about the closure. The cancellation list includes flights PK 601, 602, 605, and 606 from Islamabad to Gilgit, as well as PK 451 and 452 from Islamabad to Skardu, and PK 325 and 326 from Islamabad…
Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund, the Prime Minister of the Islamic Emirate, recently expressed strong criticism against the global violation of human rights, particularly citing the plight of the Palestinian people. The Taliban and Palestinians have a bond of mutual liking, reflected in the very fact that Hamas appreciated the Kabul takeover by Taliban. Global Human Rights Critique: Palestinian Plight In a recent coordination meeting at the Arg, Prime Minister Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund strongly criticized the global violation of human rights, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by the Palestinian people. He condemned what he perceives as clear oppression against…
Heavy snowfall, rains and landslides have brought life to a standstill in Gilgit-Baltistan, many parts of Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with the Karakoram Highway and other thoroughfares rendered impassable due to landslides and flash floods. Adverse weather has led to the cancellation of PIA flights between Islamabad and the cities of Gilgit and Skardu. Heavy rains and snowfall continued to affect large areas of KP for a second day on Saturday. At least 22 people died, and 25 others injured. Similarly, rains have caused significant damage in the Gwadar and Kech districts of Makran. Many houses have collapsed, leaving numerous…