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Newsroom
India to Acquire 26 Rafale Jets in $7.4B Deal from France
India signs $7.4 billion deal with France for 26 Rafale fighter jets to boost naval defense and modernize military.
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Beyond Boundaries
Iran and Azerbaijan Open New Chapter in Trade, Transport, and Energy Cooperation
Iran and Azerbaijan strengthen ties through new agreements, boosting trade, energy, and transport cooperation.
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Eurasia
ICJ Investigates Israel’s Actions Against UNRWA and International Law Violations in Palestine
ICJ hears case on Israel’s obligations to UN, aid groups, and third states in occupied Palestine amid Gaza crisis.
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Diplomix
Islamabad Briefs Dhaka on India-Pakistan Tensions
Pakistan updates Bangladesh on rising India-Pakistan tensions, Kashmir attack, and bilateral talks during Dhaka meeting.
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Market Muse
Bangladesh Receives Record $21.77 Billion in Remittances for FY25
Remittances boost forex reserves of Bangladesh to $27B, with $21.77B received in FY25 and March hitting a record $3.29B.
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Newsroom
Pakistan Stands Firm to Protect Water Share under IWT
Pakistan vows to protect its water share under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) after India’s unilateral suspension sparks crisis.
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Newsroom
Pakistan Prepared for Any Indian Incursion, Defence Minister Says
Pakistan’s defense minister warns of imminent Indian incursion as global calls for de-escalation intensify.
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Newsroom
Over 89,000 Pakistani Pilgrims to Travel for Hajj Under Government’s Makkah Route Initiative
Pakistan begins 2025 Hajj flights with 442 pilgrims to Madinah under Makkah Route; over 89,000 to travel in total.
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Beyond Boundaries
Pakistan and UAE Sign MoU to Enhance Date Palm Exports and Agricultural Ties
Pakistan aims to boost $50M date palm exports with UAE help; scientist honored for tissue culture innovation.
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Newsroom
Pakistan Forces Kill 71 Terrorists in 3-Day Operation Near Pak-Afghan Border
Pakistan army kills 71 militants in 3 days near Afghan border amid rising regional tensions and cross-border infiltration.
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