United front: Dawn
Internal unity is essential to face the challenges confronting Pakistan.
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In the shadows of terrorism
Any potential India-Pakistan conflict is undesirable both for Nepal and the region.
Pakistan army says 3 Pakistanis killed, 12 injured in late-night Indian strikes; downs 2 Indian jets in retaliation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the “cowardly attack”, stating that Pakistan “reserves the right to respond forcefully to this warlike act imposed by India."
Press freedom in South Asia faces steep decline
Between 2024 and 2025, at least 250 violations of media rights were recorded in the region. A total of 69 journalists were jailed or detained, while 20 lost their lives in the…
Indian PM Modi holds high-level security meetings amid rising tensions with Pakistan
The series of high-level consultations is seen as critical amid growing conjecture about the strategic response India may be planning, in line with the country’s declared…
Japan, China accuse each other of airspace ‘violation’ near disputed islands
The islands in the East China Sea – known as the Diaoyu in China and Senkaku in Japan – are administered by Tokyo but claimed by Beijing and are a frequent hotspot in…
Afghanistan fears negative impacts of Pakistan-India tensions on Kabul, region
During the discussion, officials pointed out the closure of the Attari-Wagah border, emphasising that the decision would affect Afghan traders.
Vietnam wishes to cooperate with Sri Lanka in socio-economic development
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka emphasised the longstanding, close and supportive relationship between Vietnam and Sri Lanka throughout history.
Malaysia to push for greater ASEAN-BRICS cooperation at foreign ministers’ meeting
This comes with the aim of regional and economic cooperation, says Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan.
Pahalgam attack: Dawn
In the aftermath of Tuesday’s militant attack on tourists in India-held Kashmir’s Pahalgam area, South Asia once again stands on a knife’s edge.