Donald Trump claims he stopped a nuclear war between India and Pakistan by threatening 350% tariffs. He said he warned both nations about severe economic consequences, leading to a ceasefire and calls of thanks from both prime ministers.
Gwadar’s Chinese-run port faces scrutiny as meth and cocaine trafficking near Balochistan highlights gaps in customs oversight. Low traffic, opaque processes, and regional unrest raise fears of smuggling opportunities despite “clean” CPEC claims.
A new report says China used Pakistan's 88-hour Operation Sindoor clash with India to test its modern weapons and push its defence sales. Beijing also ran a global disinformation campaign to harm Rafale fighter jet's market, using fake images online.
China expands its Indian Ocean influence subtly through partner navies like Pakistan’s, using Chinese-built ships, training, and tech. This indirect approach embeds strategic control without a direct military footprint.
Maj Gen Sudhakar Jee (Retd) warns that ISI is building “homegrown” and “white-collar” terror networks in India, using hybrid warfare to target the economy, infrastructure and key institutions, especially in Bengal due to its proximity to Bangladesh.
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif was trolled after blaming Afghanistan for the Islamabad suicide blast — only to be corrected by a journalist that the Pakistani Taliban had claimed responsibility. His shocked “Is it?” moment went viral.
Taha Siddiqui, a Pakistani journalist living in exile in Paris, is a strong critic of Pakistan's military. He has claimed on X that the suicide bombers involved in the Delhi and Islamabad blasts were 'assets' of the Pakistan Army.
The Red Fort blast shows white-collar terrorism isn’t new. From Osama, a civil engineer, to Zawahiri, a surgeon, educated professionals have long joined extremist plots.
Deposed Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina condemns the deadly Delhi blast that killed 12, warning against terrorist networks rooted in Pakistan and Bangladesh. She extends condolences to victims and backs PM Modi’s fight against extremism.
PIB warns against Pakistan-backed propaganda claiming the Red Fort blast was a “false-flag.” Following the deadly attack in Delhi, authorities have urged citizens to stay alert and report suspicious messages.
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