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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington wants a deeper strategic relationship with Pakistan expanding cooperation beyond counterterrorism into trade, economy and regional stability. — FILE/THE WHITE HOUSE

Trump praises Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir in address to US generals

US President Donald Trump, in an address to American generals, praised Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir for recognising his role in stopping a potential Pakistan–India war and saving millions of lives. Trump called the praise an honour, referenced the downing of seven planes, and said trade pressure was used to defuse the crisis.

Trump says Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir praised him for averting a potential war with India and saving millions of lives. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
Washington’s move is expected to further isolate the organisation internationally and strengthen Pakistan’s counter-insurgency narrative. — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
Absent from the PIB’s own press release were kill counts, with no reference to the “six Pakistani jets” figure reported by Reuters and other outlets, weapon system disclosures, with no mention of the S-400’s role or the unprecedented long-range kill, and target details, with no reference to F-16s or surveillance aircraft, either airborne or on the ground. — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

ऑपरेशन सिंदूर पर भारत की आधिकारिक प्रेस विज्ञप्ति ने पाकिस्तानी विमान मार गिराने के दावे को मिटा दिया

एपी सिंह की प्रेस कॉन्फ्रेंस की भारत की आधिकारिक प्रेस विज्ञप्ति में नष्ट किए गए विमानों, उनके प्रकार या स्रोत का कोई उल्लेख नहीं है, S-400 की भूमिका और रिकॉर्ड तोड़ हमले के सभी संदर्भ हटा दिए गए हैं, और युद्धक्षेत्र के दावों को वायु शक्ति पर एक शुद्ध किए गए विवरण से बदल दिया गया है — ऐसी चुप्पी जो पाकिस्तान के खंडन को बिना चुनौती दिए छोड़ देती है।

Absent from the PIB’s own press release were kill counts, with no reference to the “six Pakistani jets” figure reported by Reuters and other outlets, weapon system disclosures, with no mention of the S-400’s role or the unprecedented long-range kill, and target details, with no reference to F-16s or surveillance aircraft, either airborne or on the ground. — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
With just weeks left until the Asia Cup begins, debate continues to intensify over whether sports can or should be separated from geopolitics. — Arvind Yadav/Hindustan Times via Getty Images
In Doha, the GCC stands behind Qatar’s sovereignty and demands an end to regional bloodshed. — FILE

No radiation detected in Gulf after US strikes on Iran, says Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission has confirmed a lack of radioactive effects or radiation risk after US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites including Fordow as regional authorities move quickly to reassure the public and downplay environmental fallout concerns.

The coordinated responses from Gulf and regional nuclear authorities appear aimed at calming fears of radiological contamination. — FILE

Shockwaves across capitals as world responds to US strikes on Iran

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has described the US' military action as “a direct threat to international peace and security.” In a rare and forceful statement, he said, “This is a dangerous escalation in a region already on the edge.”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu celebrated the US decision, calling it a “bold move” that would “change history.” — FILE
The advisory cautions that the US government’s ability to provide emergency services in India—especially in rural or remote regions—is limited. — FILE
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