100 days of solitude: Hunger, strife and despair in Parachinar
Sporadic violence stemming from Kurram's complex issues has brought life for its 800,000 people to a standstill.
Conflict/War
Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire deal designed to end 15-month Gaza war, official says
The accord outlines a six-week initial ceasefire with the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip, where tens of thousands have been killed. Hostages taken by…
Malaysia, UK optimistic about securing swift settlement for Gaza, says PM Anwar
PM Anwar’s criticism of Western countries’ lack of action against Israel’s atrocities in Gaza has garnered support from prominent figures across various fields globally.
Military strongly reacts to Indian army chief calling Pakistan ‘epicentre of terrorism’
Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations said that “instead of trying to conjure up a non-existent terror infrastructure in Pakistan, it would be wise not to indulge in…
Nepal continues diplomatic push to secure release of student held captive by Hamas
Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba has urged countries in contact with Hamas and mediating for a ceasefire to make further efforts for Bipin Joshi’s release following reports that…
At least 300 North Korean soldiers killed fighting for Russia, says South Korean intelligence services
North Korea is believed to have sent about 11,000 soldiers to help Russia in its war since October last year.
China’s ‘monster’ coast guard ship back in West Philippine Sea
According to Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela, they have observed that Chinese patrols have come as close as 111 km (60 nautical miles) off Luzon’s…
Myanmar military air strike kills dozens in Rakhine village, UN says
The junta hit Kyauk Ni Maw village of Yanbye township on the afternoon of Jan 8, destroying around 500 homes and killing more than 40 people, according to the National Unity…
North Korean soldiers believed they were sent to Russia for training, not war: South Korean intelligence agency
According to the National Intelligence Service, the North Korean soldiers were captured by Ukrainian military forces in the Kursk region of western Russia on Thursday, Jan. 9, and…
Discussion underway on repatriation of Palestinian refugees in Malaysia
On Aug 16 last year, Malaysia flew in 127 Palestinians to the country for medical treatment. The group included 41 persons injured as a result of Israel’s attacks on Gaza.