UN: US, UK, France Block Pakistan-China Bid to Sanction BLA

The United States, United Kingdom, and France have blocked a joint proposal by Pakistan and China to designate the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its suicide unit, the Majeed Brigade, under the UN Security Council’s 1267 Sanctions Regime, citing a lack of evidence connecting the groups to global jihadist networks such as Al-Qaeda or ISIS.

US Profiting from Ukraine Conflict, Claims Trump

President Donald Trump has stated that the United States is financially benefiting from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, contrasting his administration’s strategy with the extensive military aid packages provided under President Joe Biden.

MI6 Launches Dark Web Portal to Recruit Russian Informants

The UK’s Secret Intelligence Service, commonly known as MI6, has launched a new dark web platform called ‘Silent Courier’ aimed at recruiting informants and defectors from hostile foreign nations, with a particular focus on Russia. The initiative, introduced by outgoing MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore during a speech in Istanbul, is designed to allow individuals with access to sensitive intelligence—especially regarding terrorism or foreign espionage—to contact British intelligence securely and anonymously.

Israel’s Gaza Operation Draws Global Outcry Ahead of UN Palestinian State Debate

The Israeli military has warned that it will deploy “unprecedented force” in Gaza City, urging remaining residents to evacuate southward as it shuts down a temporary humanitarian corridor established just two days earlier. The move signals an escalation in Israel's campaign to capture the city, which has been at the center of nearly two years of devastating war.

Trump Ally Larry Ellison Eyes Massive Media Expansion

Billionaire Larry Ellison, founder of Oracle and a prominent supporter of President Donald Trump, is poised to become the most influential media mogul in the United States, according to a New York Times opinion piece published Thursday. Ellison is preparing to acquire significant control over major American media outlets, marking a major shift in the country's media landscape.

India to Keep Buying Russian Oil Amid Renewed US Trade Talks

Despite ongoing trade negotiations with the United States, Indian refiners plan to continue purchasing Russian crude oil to meet growing domestic fuel demand, according to a Bloomberg report published Thursday.

Trump Eyes Return to Bagram Air Base Amid Strategic Push Near China

U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed interest in reclaiming Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan is being viewed by U.S. defense and diplomatic officials as a potential precursor to a major re-engagement in the region — one that could resemble a full-scale re-invasion.

5 Pakistani Soldiers Killed in Targeted IED Attack in Balochistan

Five Pakistani soldiers were killed on Monday when an improvised explosive device (IED) targeted their vehicle in the restive Balochistan province, officials confirmed.

Tens of Thousands Protest in Ankara Against Legal Crackdown on Turkish Opposition

Tens of thousands of people gathered in Turkey’s capital, Ankara, on Sunday to protest a mounting legal crackdown on the country’s main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP). The demonstration came on the eve of a crucial court ruling that could oust the CHP’s leader, Özgür Özel, by invalidating the party’s 2023 congress over alleged procedural irregularities.

Saudi-French Push at UN Puts Palestinian Statehood Back on Global Agenda

In a dramatic shift at the United Nations, an overwhelming majority of member states voted in favor of a Saudi-French declaration backing Palestinian statehood, signaling a renewed momentum for the two-state solution after years of diplomatic deadlock.