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US and Pakistan deepen military ties with joint counterterrorism drills

US and Pakistani soldiers concluded Exercise Inspired Gambit this week, focusing on infantry coordination and counterterrorism tactics in a sign of sustained defence engagement between the two countries.

Jaecoo J5 HEV launched in Pakistan at a Corolla Altis price

Nexgen has released a Hybrid SUV at Corolla Altis money, pricing the locally-assembled Jaecoo J5 HEV from 67 million PKR ex-factory (tax-inclusive), rising to 77 million PKR for the Premium trim, with these introductory rates valid until 10 March 2026.

شاید هرگز مانند امروز: ترامپ از معترضان ایران حمایت کرد

دونالد ترامپ اعلام کرد ایران شاید مانند هر زمان دیگری به آزادی نزدیک شده باشد و از آمادگی آمریکا برای کمک سخن گفت، در حالی که اعتراضات ضدحکومتی با وجود سرکوب شدید، خشونت مرگبار و قطع سراسری اینترنت در سراسر کشور ادامه دارد۔

“Perhaps like never before”: Trump backs Iranian protesters as unrest deepens

US President Donald Trump has backed Iran’s protest movement, saying the country is “looking at freedom” as unrest spreads despite a deadly crackdown and internet blackout.

پاکستان اور امریکا کے مابین 13ویں مشترکہ فوجی مشقوں انسپائرڈ گیمبٹ 2026 کا آغاز ہو گیا

پاکستان اور امریکا کے مابین تیرہویں مشترکہ فوجی مشقوں انسپائرڈ گیمبٹ 2026 کا آغاز ہو گیا جن کا مقصد کاونٹر ٹیررازم میں تجربات کے تبادلہ، حربی طریقہ کار اور مؤثر انسدادِ دہشتگردی آپریشنز کی ٹیکنیک کو بہتر بنانا ہے۔

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India’s playbook for dissent has run out of pages

A Chief Justice called unemployed youth cockroaches. An exam sat by 22 lakh students was leaked, and some of them killed themselves. India's government waited, then delegitimised, then used force, then blamed Pakistan. Each step has failed.

Security forces launch Mastung operation, 15 terrorists killed

Security forces launched Operation Al Azm in Mastung's Tehsil Khad Kucha, killing 15 terrorists and wounding 12, according to security sources. Eight suspects were detained, one hideout destroyed and a large cache of weapons seized. No casualties were reported among security forces.

Pakistan backs Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks on Red Sea oil tankers

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers and reaffirmed Pakistan's full support for the Kingdom during a call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Both leaders pledged closer cooperation to protect regional stability and vital maritime trade routes.

وزیراعظم شہباز شریف کا سعودی ولی عہد سے رابطہ، سعودی آئل ٹینکرز پر حوثی حملوں کی شدید مذمت

وزیراعظم شہباز شریف کا سعودی ولی عہد محمد بن سلمان سے ٹیلیفونک رابطہ۔ بحیرۂ احمر میں سعودی آئل ٹینکرز پر حوثی حملوں کی شدید مذمت، پاکستان کا سعودی عرب کے ساتھ مکمل یکجہتی کا اعادہ۔ فیلڈ مارشل سید عاصم منیر اور پوری پاکستانی قوم اس نازک وقت میں سعودی قیادت اور برادر عوام کے ساتھ مضبوطی سے کھڑے ہیں۔

Pakistan requests $10bn US exchange stabilisation facility, Reuters

Pakistan has formally requested a rare $10 billion exchange stabilisation facility from the United States, according to Reuters. The proposed arrangement could strengthen the country's foreign exchange reserves, support the rupee and mark a significant step forward in bilateral economic relations.

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