The Latest Breaking News from Islamabad

Pakistan only a 'guest' in Balochistan for few more years, says Baloch activist

A Baloch rights activist has announced a global campaign against alleged "terrorism" by Pakistan and China, accusing Beijing of using Islamabad as a "diplomatic gun" over the Indus Waters Treaty. He asserted that China and Pakistan's presence in Balochistan is illegal and that both nations are involved in the "Baloch…

The Times of India · Jul 1

India, Pakistan exchange prisoner lists; New Delhi seeks expediated release of 188 citizens

India and Pakistan have swapped lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen in their custody, a routine exercise under a 2008 agreement. India detailed 439 individuals, while Pakistan provided 250 names. New Delhi urged Islamabad to expedite the return of 188 Indian nationals who have completed their sentences, highlighting ongoing efforts…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Pakistan rejects India's remarks about airstrikes in Afghanistan

Pakistan has rejected India's condemnation of its airstrikes in Afghanistan, which Islamabad claims targeted "terrorist infrastructure." India had labelled the strikes a "blatant act of aggression" and a "direct threat" to regional stability. Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesman accused India of aiding terrorist groups operating from Afghan soil against Pakistan, though…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Pakistani air strikes kill 36 civilians and injure 163 in Afghanistan, says Afghan Govt

The Taliban-cross-border air strikes killed 36 Afghan civilians and injured 163 others across Paktia, Paktika, and Kunar provinces. While Islamabad scrambled to justify the aggression as a retaliatory anti-terror operation, the unilateral assault has thoroughly shattered recent China-mediated bilateral peace understandings.

The Economic Times · Jun 29

Dozens of civilians killed in Pakistani air strikes on Afghanistan, officials say

At least 36 civilians have been killed and more than 160 others injured in Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, officials said. Pakistani forces launched a military operation along the border with Afghanistan overnight to Monday in response to multiple militant attacks across Pakistan.

France 24 · Jun 29

'Look inward': India 'categorically rejects' Pakistan's Karachi violence claims as 'baseless'

India has strongly refuted Pakistan's claims linking it to Saturday's violence in Karachi, labeling the accusations as "baseless." New Delhi urged Islamabad to address its internal issues and dismantle terrorist networks within its own borders. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that Pakistan's allegations are an attempt to divert attention…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

Shoaib Akhtar's brother's funeral attended by LeT terrorist Saifullah Kasuri, Videos spark concern

Senior Lashkar-e-Taiba leaders, including deputy chief Saifullah Kasuri, were reportedly seen at the funeral of former cricketer Shoaib Akhtar's brother in Islamabad. The presence of Kasuri and the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League president, linked to LeT, raises concerns about banned terror groups' visibility and influence in Pakistan. Kasuri has a…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

Lashkar-e-Taiba leaders attend funeral of Shoaib Akhtar's brother in Islamabad: Report

Senior Lashkar-e-Taiba leaders, including deputy chief Saifullah Kasuri, were reportedly seen at the funeral of former cricketer Shoaib Akhtar's brother in Islamabad. The presence of these banned terror group members, alongside the head of LeT's political wing, raises concerns about their continued influence and operational freedom in Pakistan. Kasuri has…

The Times of India · Jun 27

UN agency says plan underway to evacuate 11,000 stranded seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz

A U.N. agency says a plan is underway to evacuate 11,000 stranded seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK · Jun 23

India trashes Pakistan defence minister's remarks on Kashmir

India on Tuesday rejected Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif’s remarks on Jammu and Kashmir, calling them an attempt to divert attention from Islamabad’s internal issues. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Pakistan was trying to “cover-up its own failings” and deflect attention from alleged human rights abuses.

The Economic Times · Jun 23