AMMAN — To further strengthen bilateral defence ties, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Asim Munir met with Jordan’s King Abdullah II at his palace in Amman on December 8. Their meeting, attended by Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah II, focused on deepening cooperation in defense and security sectors between both nations. Business...
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Trump Thanks Qatar for Support of Gaza Truce
Former U.S. President Donald Trump made an unannounced stop in Doha, Qatar on his way to Asia on Tuesday and publicly thanked Qatari officials for helping broker a fragile truce in Gaza. His visit, lasting only hours but garnering worldwide media coverage as the diplomatic negotiations surrounding Israel-Hamas conflict continue unfolding, has garnered global attention....
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Israel Aims Drone Strike at Alleged Hezbollah Member in Southern Lebanon
On October 25, 2025, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted a drone strike in southern Lebanon targeting a vehicle near Harouf in Nabatieh District and killing two individuals while injuring two. IDF identified one of those killed as Abbas Hassan Karki who worked at Hezbollah’s Southern Front Headquarters and is described by them as their logistics...
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Netanyahu Sheds Annexation Bills for West Bank Following U.S. Criticism
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a directive suspending legislative attempts to annexe parts of the West Bank after receiving strong objections from the United States. This decision comes following preliminary Knesset approval of two bills which would extend Israeli sovereignty over parts of the West Bank and Ma’ale Adumim settlement bloc; both were passed...
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India Seemingly Set to Reduce Russian Oil Imports Under New US Sanctions
US sanctions targeting Russia’s two leading oil companies appear to be having far-reaching repercussions across global energy markets, with reports indicating India plans to drastically cut or even stop imports of Russian crude oil altogether. This development highlights Washington’s increasing economic clout and shifting dynamics of international energy flows. On October 22nd 2025, President Donald...
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FM Dar Discusses Gaza Developments with Saudi Counterpart
In a timely diplomatic engagement, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a phone conversation with his Saudi Arabian counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al‑Saud, to review the evolving situation in the Gaza Strip and reaffirm their allied commitment to regional peace and stability.Dawn+1 According to an official statement from Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the two ministers built on...
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Hamas: “Israeli regime must pay cost of rebuilding Gaza Strip”
Hamas has said the Israeli “occupation” must shoulder the cost of rebuilding Gaza after the devastation of years of conflict, a demand that adds a contentious layer to already fraught international discussions about reconstruction funding and post-war governance. Mousa Abu Marzouk, a senior Hamas political official, told Russian media that Israel should be held responsible...
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Israel Continues to Breach Ceasefire with Deadly Attacks Across Gaza
As of October 20, 2025, the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has been severely tested by renewed violence, casting doubt on the prospects for lasting peace in Gaza. Escalation of Hostilities On October 19, Israeli airstrikes targeted multiple sites across Gaza, resulting in at least 45 Palestinian deaths. The Israeli military claimed these strikes...
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South Africa Unveils Nuclear Ambitions in New Energy Plan
South Africa has announced a major step toward expanding its nuclear energy program as part of a new national energy strategy aimed at reducing power shortages and ensuring long-term energy security. The announcement was made by government officials during a press briefing in Pretoria, marking a turning point in the country’s energy policy. Aiming for...
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Pakistan Delegation, Afghan Taliban Arrive in Doha for Talks
A high-level Pakistani delegation and representatives of the Afghan Taliban have arrived in Doha, Qatar, to hold important talks on regional security, border stability, and counterterrorism cooperation. The meeting is being closely watched by the international community as tensions between the two neighbors have grown in recent months. A Crucial Round of Dialogue According to...