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Jaffar Express Tragedy: Known Evils, Unanswered Questions

A hostage crisis, foreign handlers, and state failures—Jaffar Express tragedy raises tough questions for Pakistan and the urgent need for decisive action.

Republican Lawmakers Push Bill to Ban US Student Visas for Chinese Nationals: Report

US Republicans propose a bill to ban Chinese nationals from student visas, citing espionage risks and national security concerns.

Pakistan Foreign Office Dismisses US Travel Ban as ‘Speculative’

Foreign Office dismisses reports of a possible US travel ban on Pakistan, calling them speculative with no official notice.

PNS Aslat Docks in Male’ for Four-Day Diplomatic Visit

Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) Aslat arrives in Male’ for a four-day goodwill visit to strengthen defense and diplomatic ties.

Maldives Tourism Soars to 500,000 Arrivals as Indian Market Declines

Indian market declines sharply in Maldives tourism, risking losses up to $2B despite efforts to boost arrivals.

Afghanistan Signs Contract for Wakhan Road Phase 2 Construction

Afghanistan signs a contract for the 71-km Wakhan road construction, aiming to boost trade ties with China despite challenges.

Pentagon Tasked With Providing ‘Military Options’ To Ensure US Access To Panama Canal, Official Says

Trump administration considers military options for ensuring US access to the Panama Canal amid strategic concerns.

Azerbaijan And Armenia Strike Deal To End Decades-Long Conflict

Armenia and Azerbaijan finalize a draft peace deal, marking a breakthrough in efforts to end decades of conflict.

Russia Retakes Kursk Region Amid US-Ukraine Aid Uncertainty

Offensive of Russia in Kursk region gains ground as Ukraine faces setbacks amid US intel cutoff, European aid efforts, and deep strikes.