UN at a crossroads: Time for a woman — or Muslim — secretary-general
Member States have encouraged nominating a woman while also underscoring the importance of regional diversity.
Anwar Iqbal
US approves $686 million F-16 technology sale to Pakistan, highlighting interoperability and fleet modernisation
The package is valued at $686 million and includes Link–16 systems, cryptographic equipment, avionics updates, training, and comprehensive logistical support.
Equipment, weapons left behind by US in Afghanistan now form core of Taliban’s security apparatus: watchdog
The human cost was far greater, the report says. Tens of thousands of Afghans and more than 2,450 US service members were killed, only for the Taliban regime to be restored —…
South Asian states weigh prospects as US, India mull trade deal
US and Indian officials have signaled that their agreement is expected to be concluded by the end of November, clearing the way for bilateral trade between the two countries to…
Muslim, South Asian voters to shape outcome of key elections in New York, Virginia
Mamdani, aged 34, stands poised to become not only the youngest mayor in more than a century but also the city’s first Muslim and South Asian leader.
US President Trump hosts Pakistan PM Shehbaz, army chief Munir at Oval Office
Radio Pakistan reported earlier that the two were “expected to discuss matters of mutual interest as well as regional and global situation”.
US tariff on Indian rice opens market for Pakistan
Pakistan’s basmati rice exports have witnessed steady growth in recent years. According to the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP), the country exported approximately…
US makes deal to tap Pakistan’s oil reserves
The announcement, posted on Mr Trump's Truth Social account, did not specify whether the two countries have also reached an agreement on tariffs.
Pakistan warns UN of escalating terror threat from Afghanistan
The warning came amid a surge in terrorist violence in Pakistan in recent weeks.
US President Trump says ‘honoured’ to meet Pakistan army chief Munir; Iran discussed in talks
The meeting marked the first time a US president has hosted Pakistan’s army chief at the White House unaccompanied by senior civilian officials.