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In a bold escalation of diplomatic pressure, the United States announced it will deny visas to Palestinian Authority officials, a move signaling growing frustration in Washington as international momentum builds toward recognising Palestinian state. This visa ban emerges just as allies like France, Canada, and Saudi Arabia publicly back statehood for Palestine, fueling tensions with […]

The ongoing crisis around access to toilets in India continues to cast a shadow on the country’s urban development. Despite years of government schemes and awareness drives, the struggle remains very real, especially in rural zones, where more than 70% of the population still lacks basic sanitation. With over 41 million urban residents practicing open […]

In a significant development in international trade relations, the United States and China have reached an agreement to enhance the export of rare earth elements. This move is set to recalibrate the global supply chain for these critical minerals, which are essential in the manufacturing of a wide range of high-tech products. The agreement comes […]

In a major development that has stirred regional security concerns, Pakistan recently announced the arrest of 10 individuals allegedly linked to India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW). This arrest highlights the ongoing tensions between the two neighboring countries and underscores the complex web of espionage and intelligence operations in the South Asian region. Background of […]

In the wake of Iran’s missile strike on the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, the largest American military facility in the region, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stepped in to call for calm. With tensions in the Middle East rapidly spiralling, the prime minister held emergency discussions with Qatar and Saudi Arabia, […]

The United States is pressing China to intervene diplomatically with Iran to prevent the closure or disruption of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime trade route through which a significant portion of the world’s energy supplies flow. This strategic channel has become a focal point of concern as tensions in the Middle East continue […]