Pakistan’s Strategic Dilemma in the Iran War
As the war centered on Iran expands across the Middle East, Islamabad faces growing pressure to choose between maintaining neutrality, Read more…
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From Uprising to Ballot: How Bangladesh’s Youth Are Reshaping Power
As Bangladesh heads toward pivotal elections, a student-led uprising, shifting alliances, and youth-driven politics are redefining power at home and Read more…
Qatar Confirms Mediation as Trump Predicts Gaza Ceasefire Within a Week
Qatar has confirmed it is actively mediating efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, as United States President Donald Trump Read more…
BREAKING NEWS: Russia Officially Recognises Taliban Government in Afghanistan
The Russian Foreign Ministry announced it had accepted the credentials of Afghanistan’s new ambassador, officially acknowledging the Islamic Emirate of Read more…
Why Israel’s Strike on Doha is Different — and What It Means for the Region
For the First Time, Israel Targets Qatar — a U.S. Ally and Key Mediator — Triggering One of the Most Read more…
Pakistan, Iran pledge to boost trade to $10bn, condemn Israeli actions in Gaza
The visit of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian marks the most senior-level engagement between Iran and Pakistan since the 12-day Israel–Iran Read more…
Afghanistan Cancels Landmark Oil Deal with Chinese Firm: What Went Wrong?
June 18, 2025WEB REPORT In early 2023, Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government signed what was hailed as a groundbreaking oil extraction agreement Read more…
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Pakistan’s Strategic Dilemma in the Iran War
As the war centered on Iran expands across the Middle East, Islamabad faces growing pressure to choose between maintaining neutrality, Read more…
ANALYSIS: Western Allies Re-engage China as Ties With Washington Strain
Trade disputes with the United States and strategic uncertainty are pushing close US partners to cautiously reset relations with Beijing Read more…
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’: A Parallel Order While Gaza Burns
Any serious evaluation of Donald Trump’s newly announced “Board of Peace” must begin with an uncomfortable truth: while Israel has been killing thousands of innocent Palestinian children and unarmed civilians in Gaza, much of the international system has either looked away or failed to act decisively.
Explained: Could Jamaat-e-Islami Rule Bangladesh Next?
For the first time in its chequered history, the Islamic party has a credible chance of leading a governing alliance. Read more…