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Trump Weighs Pakistan-Afghanistan Mediation, Cites Strong Ties with Islamabad
US President Donald Trump comments on possible intervention in Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions, praising Pakistan's leadership amid cross-border strikes.
Trump Praises Pakistan Amid Escalating Conflict with Afghanistan
US President Donald Trump praises Pakistan's leadership as tensions escalate with Afghanistan over retaliatory airstrikes and drone attacks.
Pakistan Bans All Drones Nationwide After Afghan Airstrikes Escalate Tensions
Pakistan enforces nationwide drone ban following retaliatory airstrikes from Afghanistan, escalating border tensions and regional conflict fears.
Humanist Warns Blasphemy Laws Enable Coercion, Threaten Global Rights
Dina Perla Portnaar warns blasphemy laws in Asia are mechanisms for coercion and persecution, a pattern that could spread to Europe.
Blasphemy Laws Shield Political Power, Not Faith, Says UN Representative
UN representative Simin Fahandej argues blasphemy laws silence minorities and protect political power, not religious belief.
UN Event Condemns Blasphemy Laws as Tools of Persecution Against Minorities
A UN side event highlights how blasphemy laws in Asia are used to persecute religious minorities, criminalize identity, and undermine human rights.
UN Urges Calm as Afghanistan-Pakistan Border Clashes Escalate with Airstrikes
UN officials call for urgent dialogue as Afghanistan and Pakistan exchange deadly airstrikes, with reports of significant military and civilian casualties.
26 Million Pakistani Kids Out of School Despite Better Facilities, Report Reveals
A govt report shows 26.2M Pakistani children, including 13.4M girls, are out of school despite infrastructure gains. Minister calls it a "waste of human capital."
26.2 Million Pakistani Children Out of School, Report Reveals Funding Crisis
A new govt report shows 26.2M children, including 3.4M girls, are out of school in Pakistan as education funding weakens and household costs soar.
Japan Hits Back at China's "Militarism" Criticism Over Defence Policy Shift
Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi counters China's propaganda claims, citing Chinese arms exports as a key security threat driving Tokyo's policy changes.
Afghan MP in Exile: Women & Children Bear Brunt of Regional Conflict
Exiled Afghan MP Mariam Solaimankhil warns women and children pay the heaviest price in Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict, alleging civilian targeting.
Afghan MP Slams Pakistan's "Terror Business," Calls It Regional "Cancer"
Exiled Afghan MP Mariam Solaimankhil accuses Pakistan of profiting from terrorism, creating Taliban, and being a "cancer" in the region amid border clashes.
Pakistan Urged to Free Academic Junaid Hafeez After 13-Year Blasphemy Ordeal
Human Rights Watch calls for Pakistan to release academic Junaid Hafeez, imprisoned for 13 years on blasphemy charges, citing unfair trial and rights abuses.
UN Condemns Taliban's "Graveyard for Human Rights" in Afghanistan
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk condemns new Taliban decree expanding violence against women & children, calling Afghanistan a "graveyard for human rights."
Kim Jong-un Declares Own Era at Party Congress, Consolidates Long-Term Power
North Korea's Kim Jong-un uses party congress to declare his own era, reshuffle leadership, and solidify long-term control, says Seoul's assessment.
South Korea's Foreign Currency Deposits Drop First Time in 3 Months
Foreign currency deposits in South Korea fell in January as corporate holdings declined. Euro and yuan deposits dropped while dollar and yen rose.
Taiwan Tracks Chinese Military Surge: 8 Aircraft, 6 Vessels Near Territory
Taiwan's defense ministry reports 8 PLA aircraft and 6 naval vessels operating near its territory, with most aircraft crossing the median line.
Nepal Jolted by 3.3 Magnitude Earthquake at Shallow Depth
A mild 3.3 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal at a shallow depth of 5 km. Learn about the risks of shallow tremors and seismic zones.
Taliban Claims Capture of 19 Pakistani Outposts, 55 Soldiers Killed
Taliban-led Afghan forces claim capture of 19 Pakistani outposts and 55 soldiers killed in retaliatory border operation along the Durand Line.
Bangladesh Army Shakes Up High Command in Second Major Reshuffle
Major reshuffle in Bangladesh Army high command sees transfers of Lieutenant Generals and Major Generals to new posts, including QMG, NDC, and DGFI roles.
Park Chan-wook Makes History as First South Korean Cannes Jury President
Acclaimed director Park Chan-wook will lead the Cannes jury, becoming the first South Korean to hold the role in the festival's 79-year history.
UNEP Exposes $30 to $1 Funding Imbalance Harming Nature, Urges Reform
UNEP's Dechen Tsering reveals a 30:1 funding imbalance against nature, calling for urgent financial reform to meet global climate and restoration targets.
Pakistan Imposes Section 144 in South Waziristan Amid Rising Security Threats
Pakistan enforces Section 144 curfew in South Waziristan districts, restricting movement and closing markets due to rising terrorist activities.
Lee Jae Myung Vows to Normalize Ties with North Korea Despite Kim's Rejection
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung reaffirms commitment to improve ties and build trust with North Korea, despite Pyongyang's dismissal of dialogue overtures.
Canada Aims to Be India's Stable Critical Minerals & Energy Partner
Canada positions itself as a stable partner for India's critical mineral and energy needs, aiming to boost trade and finalize a Free Trade Agreement.