Dealing with the Taliban – Newspaper
WHEN the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan over three years ago, Pakistan’s policymakers assumed this would help to guarantee the stability of the country’s western border. That has long been a strategic compulsion given Pakistan’s troubled relations with India on its eastern flank. But the assumption about securing the border with Afghanistan under Taliban […]
Anything goes – Newspaper – DAWN.COM
IT seems that the dark days of the freewheeling internet have returned. Two of the largest global social media companies have already abandoned important efforts and initiatives aimed at moderating speech on their platforms in a sign of their capitulation to alt-right mega-influencers and their war on ‘woke media’. The backsliding seems to have started […]
Cyprus orders probe into Pakistani man’s murder – World
NICOSIA: Cyprus’ chief prosecutor appointed an independent investigator on Sunday to oversee a criminal probe into the killing of a Pakistani man in police shooting. Pakistan’s Foreign Office told Dawn that the ambassador to Cyprus, based in Beirut, was in touch with Cypriot officials over the matter. The move comes a day after authorities said […]
US lawmaker looks to scrap Pakistan’s ‘non-Nato ally’ status – World
WASHINGTON: Congressman Andy Biggs, a far-right Republican from Arizona known for his hard-line positions, has reintroduced legislation to revoke Pakistan’s status as a major non-Nato ally (MNNA), a designation the country has held since 2004. However, the legislation focuses on action against the Haqqani Network, which the US State Department designated as a foreign terrorist […]
Khabib Nurmagomedov removed from Frontier Airlines flight: Fans question racial bias
Khabib Nurmagomedov, former UFC lightweight champion, has found himself at the center of a social media storm following his removal from a Frontier Airlines flight. The incident, which unfolded at Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International Airport, has prompted heated discussions online, with many questioning whether racial or national bias played a role. The video of […]
Nine terrorists killed in North Waziristan shoot-outs – Newspaper
PESHAWAR: Nine terrorists were killed in two encounters with security forces in North Waziristan district on Sunday, the military’s media wing said. The terrorists, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), were killed during intelligence-based operations (IBO). Security forces effectively engaged the terrorists’ hideout killing six of them while two others […]
Jack Smith resigns after leading Trump prosecutions
Listen to article US Special Counsel Jack Smith has resigned from the Justice Department, ending his role in prosecuting former President Donald Trump on federal charges related to his 2020 election defeat and mishandling of classified documents. Smith, a former war crimes prosecutor, notified US District Judge Aileen Cannon of his resignation in a court filing on Saturday. The […]
Commanders, Eagles, Bills secure NFL Playoff wins; Divisional Round matchups announced
The Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles, and Buffalo Bills advanced in the NFL playoffs on Sunday with crucial victories that set the stage for exciting Divisional Round matchups next week. The Commanders edged past the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in a thrilling finish, thanks to rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels and a game-winning 37-yard field goal by […]
Australia announces squad, Cummins’ participation uncertain
Listen to article Australia on Monday announced its 15-man squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which will be held in Pakistan and the UAE. While Pat Cummins is named the captain, his participation is uncertain due to ongoing ankle issues, as confirmed by Cricket Australia (CA) chief selector George Bailey. The squad features three notable changes following […]
Indian yatris visit Sadhu Bela
SUKKUR: A delegation of Hindu yatris from India, led by Sant Yudhishtarlal, visited the historic Sadhu Belo Temple in Sukkur, where they performed puja and prayed for global development, prosperity, and regional peace. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Hindu Panchayat chief Ishwar Lal, Deputy Mayor Arshad Mughal, and other local dignitaries upon their arrival […]