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Pakistan: PAF trainer aircraft crashes near Mardan, both pilots die during training sortie

Quoting a statement issued by the Paksitan military's media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Dawn reported that the aircraft was on a routine training sortie when it crashed. The accident claimed the lives of Flight Lieutenant Muhammad Qasim Abdullah from the PAF and Lieutenant Taha Abbasi from the Pakistan…

The Economic Times

22 military personnel, including 3 officers, killed in PoK helicopter crash: Report

A Pakistan Army Mi-17 helicopter crashed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The incident occurred during take-off near Muzaffarabad. At least 22 military personnel, including three officers, died in the crash. The army confirmed the accident due to a technical fault. Funeral prayers were held for the deceased. This is not the first…

The Economic Times

Pakistan Army Chief, Iran Foreign Minister Araghchi discuss West Asia conflict: Iranian media

Iran and Pakistan discussed West Asia security. Iran's Foreign Minister told the UN chief that US demands hinder peace talks. The US was reportedly preparing for military strikes against Iran. Iran stated its right to peaceful nuclear energy. US Secretary of State consulted NATO allies on Strait of Hormuz navigation.

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Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir leaves for Tehran amidst efforts to end US-Iran war

His second visit to Tehran in little more than a month comes after progress was reported in talks held by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who has been in Iran since Wednesday, with top Iranian leadership, including twice with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to sources.

The Economic Times

US-Iran war: Pak Army chief Munir’s visit to Tehran postponed ‘again’

In an unexpected turn of events, General Asim Munir, the Chief of the Pakistan Army, will not be heading to Tehran as planned for peace talks. This delay stems from Iran's request for more time to reflect on a US proposal linked to nuclear concerns and wider regional tensions.

The Times of India

Imran Khan-linked ‘Cyphergate’ Row hits Pakistan: US' role confirmed in his ouster? Secret cipher says 'All will be forgiven in Washington.'

Imran Khan cipher case: A leaked Pakistani diplomatic cable has resurfaced, reigniting claims of a foreign conspiracy behind Imran Khan's removal. The document suggests US displeasure over Pakistan's neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. It reportedly details a meeting where US official Donald Lu hinted at improved relations if Khan…

The Economic Times

‘Where is your ID?’: Guard nearly stops Pakistan army chief Asim Munir in Munich — Watch

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir was briefly stopped and asked to produce his identity card by security staff at the Munich Security Conference in Germany.

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China can live with Pakistan’s slow progress on Belt and Road Initiative

When US President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir for lunch at the White House Cabinet Room and later in the Oval Office, it is said to have touched a “raw nerve” in New Delhi.

Newslaundry

Trump embraces Pakistan: ‘Tactical romance’ or a new ‘inner circle’?

Trump hosts Pakistan army chief Asim Munir for an unprecedented White House lunch, as the US and Pakistan reset ties.

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Hafta 536: War drums and fake news with India-Pakistan tensions

This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Raman Kirpal, Manisha Pande, Jayashree Arunachalam and Shardool Katyayan are joined by retired Brigadier Kuldip Singh. In this tense news week, we begin by dissecting India’s Operation Sindoor and strikes on terror camps in Pakistan on May 7. “Neither side, particularly India, wants…

Newslaundry

Timing, target, location, message: Baisaran bloodbath is more than a return to old playbooks

A shadowy group called The Resistance Force, described by Indian security officials as a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba, has purportedly claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack. TRF had earlier claimed the ambush on a private bus carrying civilians in Jammu’s Reasi area last June. Following the Reasi attack, a…

Newslaundry

16 Years After 26/11, Key Conspirator Extradited to India, answers remain inconclusive

Tahawwur Rana, key 26/11 plotter and David Headley's aide, has been extradited from the US to India. His interrogation may expose Pakistan's role in the 2008 Mumbai attacks that killed 166. Read more at Dynamite News.

Dynamite News

From Doctor to Terrorist: The unholy Journey of Tahawwur Rana

Tahawwur Rana, a 26/11 conspirator and former Pakistan Army doctor, had an obsession with military uniforms. He wore them during meetings with LeT handlers, including David Headley. Read more at Dynamite News

Dynamite News

Pakistan elections 2024: Is army 'script going' wrong?

It was said to be the "mother of all selections". The 'establishment', read Pakistan army, had planned it all to select the new prime minister. Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan has been kept in jail for many months now. He has been sentenced thrice, with almost over 20 years in…

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Pakistan polls and the certainty of another ‘selected’ PM: What Nawaz return could mean for Indo-Pak ties

Barring an unforeseen development, Pakistan's general elections on February 8 are widely expected to bring Nawaz Sharif back to office for a fourth time in a span of 35 years. Such political longevity is rare in Pakistan, especially as the leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) could never complete…

The Hindu

The cult of operational superiority, from Israel to India

The cult of operational superiority has produced only more intractable insecurity for Israel, more devastating loss for Gazans, and possibly ripples of war across the region

The Times of India

Former Pakistan army chief Bajwa 'wanted me dead': Imran Khan

LAHORE: It seems Imran Khan is in no mood to forget his bitterness against former Pakistan army chief General(retired) Qamar Javed Bajwa. Firing a fresh salvo in the new year, Imran Khan, the former Pakistan PM, has accused ex-army chief General(retired) Qamar Javed Bajwa of trying to get him killed…

Dynamite News

Vijay Diwas: Vice President Dhankhar Remembers Bravery, Sacrifice Of Armed Forces

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday paid tributes to those who lost their lives in the service of the nation on the occasion of Vijay Diwas. Read on for details:

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Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif approves early retirement of Lieutenant General Faiz Hamid, who was shortlisted for the post of army chief: Report

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the early retirement application of Lieutenant General Faiz Hamid, a former ISI chief and one of the six names apparently shortlisted for the post of the Army chief, according to a media report on Friday.

The Times of India

Imran Khan denied permission to land at Parade Ground on Saturday, says party

ISLAMABAD: Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party on Friday said the Islamabad administration has denied permission to the former Prime Minister's helicopter to land at the Parade Ground in the garrison city of Rawalpindi on Saturday to address a protest rally against the Shehbaz Sharif government.

ABC News

Pakistan Army enforces China’s zero-COVID restrictions at Belt and Road Initiative power plant

Chinese state-owned enterprises operating flagship Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure projects are enforcing Beijing's harsh COVID-19 restrictions across Asian and African countries, effectively putting thousands of workers in lockdown and separating them from their families.

Reuters

Pakistan to breach main highway to protect town of Dadu from floods

Authorities in southern Pakistan plan to breach the country's Indus Highway, a key transport link, to allow water to flow and prevent flooding in the town of Dadu, officials said on Sunday.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan army slams ex-PM Imran Khan’s ‘defamatory’ remarks

Military says it is ‘aghast’ after Khan accuses government of trying to appoint a ‘favourite’ as the next army chief.

The Hindu

India-Pakistan ties and the mirror of 2019

There are sound reasons why New Delhi must shift course from the belligerence it once profited from

The Times of India

In a veiled attack, Imran Khan blames Pakistan Army chief for his ouster

LAHORE: In a veiled attack on Pakistan's Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa, former prime minister Imran Khan has alleged that "some elements" in the powerful establishment who indulged in "bad practices" were responsible for his unceremonious ouster from power.

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