Just past midnight, the world watched with bated breath as news broke that the United States had launched airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The targets,
In a revealing parallel that stretches from the hardened nuclear bunkers of Fordow to the fictionalized precision of India’s so-called “Operation Sindoor,” the militarization of
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Pakistan shoots down Indian quadcopter along LoC amid rising Kashmir tensions and threats of military escalation.
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Pakistan army kills 71 militants in 3 days near Afghan border amid rising regional tensions and cross-border infiltration.
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Israel strikes Hezbollah target in Beirut’s southern suburbs, escalating tensions despite ceasefire agreement.
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Pakistan kills 16 TTP terrorists in major CTD, police, and military operations in Mianwali and Waziristan regions.
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BBC reports that half a million US weapons obtained by the IEA in Afghanistan are unaccounted for, raising concerns over smuggling.
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IED blast targets Balochistan Constabulary in Mastung, kills 3 policemen, injures 16; leaders vow to fight terrorism.
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Israeli strike hits Gaza’s last active hospital, halting operations amid ceasefire talks; hundreds of patients evacuated.
Eight Pakistani laborers from Bahawalpur shot dead in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan; BNA claims responsibility.