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Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari criticizes Western hypocrisy on nuclear weapons in Oxford Union speech, honoring Benazir Bhutto’s legacy.
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Pakistan reapplies for GSP+ renewal, with approval tied to progress in human rights, environmental, and social commitments.
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COAS General Asim Munir’s UK visit strengthens Pakistan-UK military ties, focusing on modernization and security cooperation.
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Afghan woman Farishta Jami convicted of terrorism offences for planning to join Daesh in Afghanistan with her children.
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Ambassador of Russia to the UN links ISIS-K rise in Afghanistan to leftover U.S. weapons, urging global action against terrorism.
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Modi’s visit to France and the US focuses on AI collaboration, strategic partnerships, defense, and trade talks.
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WHO member states discuss a $400 Million budget cut after Trump’s decision to withdraw US funding from the global health body.
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Iraqi refugee Salwan Momika shot dead in Sweden before court ruling on Quran burning; police arrest five suspects.
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Belarus election: Lukashenko declared winner in disputed vote; Western nations reject results, call for sanctions.