Weaponization of Narratives: The India-Israel Playbook
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Weaponization of narratives shape global perceptions; India excels in soft power, while Israel aims to adopt its strategy.
Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Dialogue With Afghanistan
![Pakistan desires dialogue with Afghanistan to resolve issues, including TTP sanctuaries and regional security concerns. [Image via Dawn]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/130809384c46f10.webp)
Pakistan desires dialogue with Afghanistan to resolve issues, including TTP sanctuaries and regional security concerns.
Warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant: Justice, Politics, or Selective Action?

The ICC’s arrest warrants for Netanyahu and other Israeli as well as Hamas leaders raise critical questions about international justice, political motivations, and the prospects for accountability in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
Arrest Warrants Issued for Netanyahu, Gallant and Deif
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ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif over alleged war crimes during Israel-Hamas conflict.
Independent Palestinian state only ‘avenue toward peace’: PM Shehbaz
![Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirms Pakistan's support for an independent Palestinian state at the Arab-Islamic summit in Riyadh. [Image via Arab News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/4543905-1813004297.webp)
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirms Pakistan’s support for an independent Palestinian state at the Arab-Islamic summit in Riyadh.
Netanyahu Claims that Alliance with Trump Stands United on Iran
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Netanyahu claims a strong alliance with Trump, asserting unified support on Iran policy and Middle East strategy challenges.
Israeli strikes on Lebanon kill 40 people around Baalbek

Israeli strikes on Baalbek and Beirut kill dozens as conflict with Hezbollah escalates; diplomatic efforts remain stalled.
Israel, Ukraine Respond to ‘Victory’ of Donald Trump

Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir, and Zelensky congratulate Donald Trump on his predicted victory in the US 2024 election amid global reactions.
October 7th Hamas Attack on Israel – Just or Unjust War?
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Was the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel just? Hamas claims it was in response to Israeli atrocities, while Israel deems it antisemitism.