Ukraine has carried out one of its most ambitious drone strikes since the start of the war, targeting four Russian air bases deep inside Russian territory and inflicting what Ukrainian sources describe as heavy losses on Russia’s strategic bomber fleet. The operation, reportedly conducted by Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) under the code-name “Pavutyna” (“Web”), struck […]
A serious political and military storm is brewing in India after former Indian Army officer and prominent defence analyst Pravin Sawhney publicly called for the resignation of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan and the appointment of new top military leadership, alongside a change in political direction under the Modi government. Sawhney’s remarks
Pakistan’s Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, warned on Saturday that unresolved conflicts in South Asia remain volatile and could spiral out of control without credible mechanisms for crisis management and de-escalation. Speaking at the prestigious Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, General Mirza said that the Asia-Pacific region has become the geopolitical
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to upgrade their diplomatic representation to the level of ambassadors, marking a cautious but notable step toward normalising bilateral relations. The agreement was confirmed during a phone call between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Afghanistan’s acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, according to a statement
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A previously unknown militant organisation calling itself Tehreek-e-Taliban Kashmir (TTK) has surfaced, issuing a statement that pledges opposition to both India and Pakistan, and declaring its mission to seek “complete independence” for all of Kashmir under an Islamic system. The statement was released by a spokesperson identifying himself as Mufti Mahmood Butt Sopore, and named
In a major counter-terrorism breakthrough, Pakistan’s premier intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), in close coordination with Turkish intelligence, successfully captured a top figure of the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), Abu Yasir Al-Turki — real name Özgür Altun — near Pakistan’s western border. The operation was conducted following an actionable tip-off shared by Turkish
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In a worrying escalation of militant extortion tactics, a Rescue 1122 building under construction in Bannu was destroyed in a bombing allegedly carried out by the banned terrorist group TTP (Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan), also referred to as Fitna al-Khawarij. The attack came after the group reportedly demanded a percentage cut from the contractor—who refused to comply.
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In a strong show of unity against extremist violence, the people of North Waziristan have reaffirmed their support for Pakistan’s security forces in the fight against the Fitna al-Khawarij (the banned TTP). A significant jirga (tribal council) was held today in Tehsil Mir Ali, bringing together the local Brigade Commander, Assistant Commissioner, tribal elders, and
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In two successful operations against khawarij, Pakistani security forces have eliminated two key members of the outlawed extremist group commonly referred to as “Fitna al-Khawarij.” The first incident took place in the Angoor Adda area of South Waziristan, where a fierce exchange of fire broke out between security personnel and khawarij. During the clash, a
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In a welcome development for cross-border trade, Pakistani authorities have extended the validity of Temporary Admission Documents (TAD) for freight vehicles transporting import and export goods via the Pak-Afghan Torkham border. According to official sources, the relaxation will now remain in effect until July 1, allowing cargo vehicles to operate under the temporary documentation
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