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Pakistan blinks on Houthis, walks back Saudi defence warning within 24 hours

Pakistan has clarified that there are no current discussions about military responses related to the Mecca defense pact, following recent warnings from its defense minister. The agreement aims to enhance deterrence and defense cooperation among the involved nations, becoming active only if the Yemen conflict spreads to Saudi Arabia. Additionally,…

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India condemns Houthi attack in Saudi as 'unacceptable', says strikes threaten navigational freedom in Bab-el-Mandeb

India has condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's sovereign territory. These strikes targeted civilian and economic facilities, which is unacceptable. The attacks threatened regional security and stability, undermining vital navigation routes. The Houthi strikes on energy facilities wounded over seventy people. This incident highlights the risk of the Iran…

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'Attack on one is attack on all': Pakistan warns Houthis, invokes Mecca defence pact

Pakistan warned Tuesday that its newly formed defence alliance with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye could be activated if the conflict in Yemen spills into Saudi territory, saying there should be “no ambiguity” that an attack on any one of the three members would be treated as an attack on all.

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Pakistan warns Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia could activate joint defence pact

Pakistan stated the Makkah Defence Alliance would activate if any member faced an attack. This pact involves Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye, forming a collective defense. The warning follows recent Houthi missile and drone strikes targeting Saudi cities and infrastructure. Pakistan affirmed its commitment to honor the alliance's terms and…

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Iran prepares for prolonged war as US talks over Hormuz remain stalled

Iran is reshaping its military posture with new appointments and an offensive doctrine. US-Iran talks remain deadlocked over the Strait of Hormuz and potential agreements. President Trump claims total control over the vital waterway, which Iran disputes. Fighting has eased after nearly six months, but peace efforts have stalled. Pakistan…

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Pakistan sees US-Iran deal close as Hormuz standoff drags on, Trump toughens stance

Pakistan's defense minister indicated a potential US-Iran arrangement regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices reacted to these conflicting statements about ongoing negotiations. US President Donald Trump toughened his stance on reparations and future talks. Regional incidents and attacks on energy infrastructure continue to tighten markets. The effective closure of…

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Stock Index Futures Gain as Oil Retreats on U.S.-Iran Deal Hopes

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.19%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.31% this morning as sentiment improved after Pakistan signaled that the U.S. and Iran were nearing a deal.

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From 'enemies' to 'patriotic brothers': Pakistan changes stance on PoK protesters ahead of polls

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s led PML-N appears to be softening its position towards protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), with a senior government adviser now describing the vast majority of demonstrators as “patriotic” and saying the party will soon engage with them.

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'Shouldn't be exclusive club': Pak minister seeks Nato-like Islamic military alliance

Pakistan's defense minister has put forth an innovative concept for an Islamic military coalition, reminiscent of NATO's structure. This initiative follows a newly established defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Turkey, ensuring collective protection against external attacks. By leveraging Saudi wealth, Turkish defense technology, and Pakistan's military prowess, the agreement…

The Times of India

‘Cockroaches’ and crackdowns: Can Pakistan’s Gen Z storm the barricades?

Just look at what is happening in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. People have taken to the streets over bread-and-butter issues and local election grievances. At least 40 protesters have died this week alone. To add insult to injury, Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif has described these protesters as “enemies” like India and…

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PoK on the boil: Polls, a deadly crackdown by Pakistani forces and a region in turmoil

Pakistan's legislative assembly elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) are taking place under an unprecedented security blanket, with thousands of police, paramilitary personnel and around 2,100 army troops deployed across the region. But rather than projecting stability, the polls have been overshadowed by weeks of protests, allegations of rigging,…

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'They're enemies like India': Pakistan minister Khawaja Asif justifies killing of over 30 protesters in PoK

"I put the protesters of PojK in the same category as India and consider them as enemies," Khawaja Asif said when asked about the protest that intensified on Monday leading to the killing of over 30 protestors. Moreover, the Amnesty International USA called the Pakistani crackdown on protestors as "disturbing"…

The Times of India

'Do not need validation': PoK 'PM' mocks Pak defence minister over 'not proper Kashmiris' remark

The "Prime Minister" of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, Faizal Mumtaz Rathore, has strongly criticized Pakistan's Defence Minister Khwaja Asif for questioning the Kashmiri identity of residents in Rawalkot and Mirpur. Rathore accused Asif of creating divisions and urged him to apologize for his remarks, rather than blaming local governance. This dispute unfolds…

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India trashes Pakistan defence minister's remarks on Kashmir

India on Tuesday rejected Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif’s remarks on Jammu and Kashmir, calling them an attempt to divert attention from Islamabad’s internal issues. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Pakistan was trying to “cover-up its own failings” and deflect attention from alleged human rights abuses.

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Pakistan's Biggest Fear? India's Water Strategy

A river that has flowed peacefully for centuries is suddenly at the center of one of South Asia's most dangerous disputes. Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a stark warning, saying Pakistan could go to war if it believes India's actions threaten its water security. The statement comes amid…

The Economic Times

'Part of our national security': Pakistan threatens war against India over Indus Water Treaty

Pakistan's Defence Minister has issued a stark warning to India, threatening war if its water security is jeopardized. This comes as Pakistan grapples with a severe water crisis, exacerbated by India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. New Delhi's indication of potentially halting Indus water flow by 2028 has heightened…

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'The moment we ... ' : Pakistan defence minister issues war threat to India over Indus Water Treaty

Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif has issued a warning to India, saying Islamabad could resort to military action if its water security comes under threat. His remarks come as Pakistan grapples with a worsening water crisis, more than a year after New Delhi suspended the long-standing Indus Waters Treaty in…

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'Beginning of sedition ... ’: Khawaja Asif’s big warning to PoK protesters, cites Quran

Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif issued a sharp warning to protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), describing the ongoing agitation as the “beginning of sedition” and invoking both constitutional and religious arguments as authorities intensify their crackdown on the movement.

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Muslim Nations Reportedly Dismiss Trump's Demands To Link Abraham Accords To Iran Deal

Officials from several Arab and Muslim-majority countries privately dismissed Trump's proposal to join the Abraham Accords as part of negotiations tied to ending the Iran conflict.

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'Not acceptable to us': Pakistan gives Donald Trump’s Abraham Accords pitch a blunt thumbs down

Pakistan has firmly rejected joining the Abraham Accords, with Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stating it contradicts fundamental ideologies. Islamabad's long-standing stance is clear: no recognition of Israel without a Palestinian state. This comes as former US President Donald Trump urged several Muslim-majority nations to normalize ties with Israel, linking it…

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Pakistan is shaping up an idea that can worry India

Pakistan is pushing a proposed “Islamic NATO” with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey and Pakistan, aiming to build a regional defence bloc that reduces reliance on external powers. If it takes shape, it could reshape West Asian security dynamics and add fresh strategic concerns for India, particularly due to Pakistan’s central…

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Pakistani Defense Minister Deletes Post Calling Israel a 'Curse For Humanity' After Backlash Over Role In Ceasefire Talks

Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif deleted a social media publication saying Israel is "evil and a curse for humanity" after receiving backlash, including from the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Is China prime guarantor of Iran-US truce? How Beijing may hold the key to lasting deal

NEW DELHI: As efforts intensify to stabilise a shaky ceasefire between Iran and the United States, a new dimension has come into focus: China’s behind-the-scenes diplomacy. While Pakistan has positioned itself as the venue for talks, officials and analysts suggest Beijing’s role may ultimately prove decisive in determining whether the…

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US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan: Is it happening? Lebanon hurdle puts fragile truce at risk

Pakistan is hosting crucial indirect US-Iran talks to stabilize a ceasefire, but Iran's participation hinges on halting Israeli strikes in Lebanon. While Islamabad ramps up security, Tehran denies sending a delegation, citing the Lebanon conflict as a key obstacle.

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Pakistan vs Israel: Khawaja Asif deletes 'curse on humanity' post after sharp response ahead of US-Iran peace talks

A row erupted between Israel and Pakistan after Islamabad defence Minister Khawaja Asif posted remarks targeting Israel for its military op in Lebanon, which he later deleted amid strong backlash.

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