Politics

Faiz Hameed charged under military court martial

Former ISI chief Faiz Hameed formally charged with political misconduct, misuse of authority, and violating the Official Secrets Act. Allegations include engaging in political activities, abusing power, and links to the May 9 unrest

A file photo is shown of former ISI chief Faiz Hameed. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
Le Pen topples Barnier as Macron struggles to maintain control. — LUDOVIC MARIN/POOL/AFP via Getty Images

South Korea declares martial law amid unrest

President Yoon's martial law declaration disrupts South Korea’s democracy, sparking economic instability, political protests, and global concern over governance and security.

An illustration is shown of South Korea's capital Seoul night under martial law with soldiers, armoured vehicles, neon signs, and Namsan Tower skyline. ORIGINAL/THE THURSDAY TIMES
Pakistan’s inflation rate has declined to just 4.9%, showing avid signs of economic stability. — ORIGINAL/THE THURSDAY TIMES
An illustration is shown of a BRICS meeting. — ORIGINAL/THE THURSDAY TIMES
Australia bans social media for kids under 16, setting a global precedent in tech regulation. — WILLIAM WEST/AFP via Getty Images
A montage is shown of incarcerated former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan (L), General (R) Qamar Javed Bajwa, the former COAS of Pakistan (C), and the former Pakistani first lady (R). — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
ICC issues historic warrants for Israeli leaders over Gaza war crimes. — Amos Ben-Gershom (GPO) / Handout / Anadolu Agency via Getty Images

Canadian MP demands urgent action on Imran Khan’s detention

Michael Kram, an MP in Canada's House of Commons, has demanded action on Imran Khan’s imprisonment, urging Canada’s High Commissioner in Islamabad to assess his condition and advocating for diplomatic efforts to secure his release.

Michael Kram is a Conservative MP in the House of Commons of Canada highlighting Imran Khan’s detention. — Alex Ramadan/Bloomberg via Getty Images
Dhaka University reopens admissions to Pakistan, rekindling cross-border educational cooperation in South Asia. — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
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