HISTORICAL FACTS: 13 | History Defined

Thousands mourn 31 killed in suicide attack on Pakistan mosque as Isis affiliate claims responsibility

Attack occurs as Pakistan’s Western-allied government struggles to contain surge in militant assaults

The Independent UK · Feb 6

India slashes aid to Bangladesh by half amid diplomatic tensions

New Delhi cuts Dhaka funding amid strained ties, while Bhutan remains top aid recipient

The Independent UK · Feb 2

'Feel ashamed begging for money': Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir 'quitely' visited countries to save Pakistan's economy

Pakistan's prime minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed a difficult truth. He and Army Chief Asim Munir sought billions in loans from friendly nations. This was done quietly to bridge the country's external financing gap. Sharif acknowledged the compromises involved in seeking such aid. China was a key supporter. Pakistan has a…

The Times of India · Jan 31

Pakistan sentences journalists, YouTubers and ex-military officers to life over inciting violence

A court in Pakistan’s capital has sentenced seven people to life imprisonment after convicting them of inciting violence

The Independent UK · Jan 2

Pakistan’s premier offers 'complete solidarity' to Saudi Crown Prince after Yemen port strike

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoken to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to express solidarity with the Kingdom following the recent Saudi bombing of Yemen’s port city of Mukalla

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2025

IMF approves $1.2 billion for Pakistan from bailout, citing progress on economic and climate reforms

The International Monetary Fund says it has approved the release of $1.2 billion to Pakistan, giving the cash-strapped country a fresh boost as it works to recover from one of its worst economic crises in years

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2025

Pakistan’s parliament votes to give army chief sweeping new powers

Constitutional amendment puts Field Marshal Asim Munir in command of navy and air force in addition to the army and grants him lifelong immunity from prosecution

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2025

Pakistan opens investigation into Islamabad terror attack

Pakistani ministers attribute deadly suicide attack to Indian state terrorism but India denies claim

The Guardian - UK · Nov 12, 2025

India-Pakistan blame game ignites after deadly blasts expose raw tensions

ANALYSIS: Suicide bombing in Pakistan and car explosion in India kill at least 20 people and heighten tensions between nuclear neighbours. Shweta Sharma writes

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2025

Breakaway Taliban Faction Claims Responsibility for Islamabad Suicide Bombing That Killed 12

A Taliban splinter group claims the Islamabad bombing that killed 12, as Pakistan battles resurgent militancy and tensions with Afghanistan.

International Business Times UK · Nov 12, 2025