Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest arms deal with Saudi Arabia, valued at $142 billion, has drawn sharp criticism from global leaders and analysts, who warn that the agreement could escalate geopolitical tensions. Key Details of the Arms Deal Global Reactions & Concerns Future Outlook While Trump has hailed the deal as a “historic partnership”,…
A senior leader of Pakistan’s ruling PML-N party has claimed that former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif personally supervised the planning of Pakistan’s military response to India during the recent four-day conflict. The statement has sparked controversy, raising questions about civil-military coordination in Pakistan. Key Allegations & Political Fallout India-Pakistan Conflict & Ceasefire Agreement The allegations…
In yet another embarrassing military mishap, a Russian fighter jet dropped a 500kg FAB-500 bomb on Russian soil, missing its intended target in Ukraine by 37 miles. The incident occurred in Belgorod district, near the village of Ivica, where the bomb landed but failed to detonate, avoiding casualties. Key Details of the Incident Russia’s Struggles…
Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has submitted its first investigative report against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, accusing her of crimes against humanity during the July 2024 mass uprising. Key Allegations Against Sheikh Hasina The ICT investigation team has charged Hasina with: Other Officials Named in the Report The ICT report also implicates: Legal Proceedings…
A former Intelligence Bureau (IB) Director strongly countered a CNN reporter’s narrative regarding the Muridke mosque, emphasizing its deep-rooted connections to terrorist activities and its association with Hafiz Saeed, the founder of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Muridke Mosque’s Terror Links The Muridke complex, located 33 km from Lahore, has long been identified as the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba,…
A recent New York Times (NYT) report has revealed that the Trump administration was initially hesitant to intervene in the escalating India-Pakistan conflict but was ultimately drawn in due to fears of a potential nuclear confrontation. US Reluctance Turns to Urgent Intervention The crisis began after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which claimed…
Thousands of demonstrators gathered outside the residence of Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus in Dhaka on May 9, 2025, demanding a ban on the Awami League, the political party of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The protest, led by the newly formed National Citizen’s Party, follows Hasina’s exile in India after her government was toppled…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1 billion loan for Pakistan under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF), despite concerns raised by India regarding fund misuse and economic instability. India, an active IMF member, abstained from voting on the loan, citing Pakistan’s poor track record with IMF programs and the potential risks of debt…
Following the highly coordinated military strikes under Operation Sindoor, India has heightened its security measures across all fronts, particularly in response to potential retaliation from Pakistan. However, experts suggest that India must also closely monitor developments in Bangladesh, given the evolving geopolitical landscape in South Asia. Operation Sindoor: A Strategic Shift India’s largest cross-border anti-terror…
India has formally requested the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to suspend financial aid to Pakistan, citing concerns over cross-border terrorism following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives on April 22. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised the demand during a meeting with ADB President Masato Kanda at the 58th Annual Meeting of the…
