The Latest Breaking News from Syed Asim Munir

US drone maker Powerus signs Pakistan Army MOU, gets initial order

US drone maker Powerus has signed an MoU with the Pakistan Army that includes an initial order for unmanned aerial systems, co-founder Brett Velicovich told Reuters. The value and specific details of the order were not disclosed due to security and confidentiality concerns.

The Economic Times · Sep 17

US unveils expanded sanctions aimed at Iran's 'economic asphyxiation'

The US on Monday announced an expansion of secondary sanctions it hopes will "sever every economic lifeline" ​that sustains ‌Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said at a press conference. The expanded sanctions target Iran's digital assets, technology, gold, aviation and shipping sectors.

France 24 · Aug 24

Rupert Lowe Calls for Immigration Ban on 5 Countries Including Pakistan on Independence Day

As Pakistan celebrates its 79th Independence Day, MP Rupert Lowe proposes banning immigration from Pakistan and other countries, sparking controversy and debate over immigration policies in the UK.

International Business Times UK · Aug 14

Who really runs Pakistan? Trump names Asim Munir, skips Shehbaz Sharif in post on Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump on Monday called on several Muslim-majority nations to sign onto the Abraham Accords as part of efforts to secure a broader peace deal involving Iran. But while listing the leaders he had spoken to, Trump’s post mentioned Pakistan's Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir instead of Prime…

The Times of India · May 25

Iran vows ‘crushing’ response if US returns to war

TEHRAN - Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned on Saturday of a “crushing” response if Washington resumes hostilities, after US media reports raised the prospect of new strikes.

Bangkok Post · May 23

One year after their brief war, how close are India and Pakistan to another conflict?

A year has passed since conflict broke out between India and Pakistan, briefly raising fears of an all-out war between the two nuclear powers.

The Conversation · May 20

'Trust and confidence reposed': Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif thanks Donald Trump for ceasefire extension

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Trump for extending the Iran conflict ceasefire, hoping for lasting peace. Sharif expressed optimism for a 'Peace Deal' in upcoming Islamabad talks, emphasizing Pakistan's continued mediation. Despite the truce extension, uncertainty lingers due to Iran's conditional engagement and the US naval blockade,…

The Times of India · Apr 22

Pakistan and China propose five-part peace plan for Middle East

Foreign ministers Ishaq Dar and Wang Yi met in Beijing as Pakistan pushes for peacemaker role

The Guardian - UK · Mar 31

Pakistan’s parliament votes to give army chief sweeping new powers

Constitutional amendment puts Field Marshal Asim Munir in command of navy and air force in addition to the army and grants him lifelong immunity from prosecution

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2025

Pakistan promotes army chief Asim Munir to field marshal: Why it matters

Pakistan’s government says it’s recognition of his leadership in the India-Pakistan confrontation. Not everyone agrees.

Al Jazeera · May 21, 2025