UN to Cut Global Peacekeeping Forces by 25% Due to Funding Shortfall

Senior U.N. officials confirmed Wednesday that the United Nations will reduce peacekeeper deployments by about 25% across nine missions worldwide in the coming months, citing severe financial constraints and uncertainty over future U.S. funding.

Indian-American Paul Kapur Confirmed as U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs

Despite the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, the Senate has confirmed Indian-American academic and policy expert S. Paul Kapur as the new Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs in a single en bloc vote. Kapur was among 107 nominees approved by the Senate on Tuesday.

Japan on Brink of Historic Change as Takaichi Wins Ruling Party Leadership

Japan is on the verge of appointing its first female prime minister after former Economic Security Minister Sanae Takaichi secured the leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). The leadership election took place on Saturday, following Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s earlier resignation announcement aimed at preventing internal division within the party.

Deadly Unrest Grips Pakistan-Administered Kashmir as Protests Enter Fifth Day

The unrest, now in its fifth consecutive day, has left at least 12 civilians dead and more than 200 injured, many of them critically with gunshot wounds. Violence has spread from Muzaffarabad, the regional capital, to Rawalakot, Neelum Valley, Kotli, and Dadyal, despite heavy security presence and strict curbs on communication.

How the UAE Assembled a Military Ring to Dominate the Gulf of Aden

Satellite imagery analyzed by Middle East Eye reveals that the United Arab Emirates has significantly expanded its network of military and intelligence bases, stretching from the Socotra Islands in the Indian Ocean to the coastlines of Somalia and Yemen. This growing ring of strategic control—located near one of the world’s busiest maritime routes—has rapidly intensified following the 7 October Hamas-led attacks on Israel and the subsequent war in Gaza. The UAE’s key allies, including Israel and the United States, have reportedly been involved in the establishment and expansion of these bases.

Sparking Accusations of Historic Betrayal Eight Muslim Nations Endorse Trump’s Gaza Plan

Jewish communities have been deeply worried for a long time. From Hollywood to the international sports world, calls to boycott Israel are growing louder. Among young people across the globe, Israel has become the most hated state. Even in the United States — a stronghold of Jewish life — the younger generation is turning away from Israel.

EU Leaders Should 'Sleep Well,' Not Fear Russia, Says Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Western claims that Moscow poses a threat to NATO member states, labeling them a “nonsense mantra” repeated by European Union leaders. Speaking during his annual address at the Valdai Discussion Club in Sochi on Thursday, Putin said such assertions were either rooted in incompetence or used deliberately to mislead the public.

Trump Unveils Roadmap for Peace in Gaza

US President Donald Trump has announced a new peace initiative aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza, urging an immediate ceasefire and presenting a comprehensive framework for the territory’s future governance.

Balochistan's Critical Role in the New Global Order and Its Fight for Autonomy

We are witnessing a profound shift in the global power structure. The unipolar world order that emerged after the Cold War—dominated by the United States—is gradually transforming into a multipolar landscape. At the forefront of this transition stands China, whose growing economic and strategic influence is reshaping regions across Asia and Africa. Through its ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), China has established a vast network of infrastructure projects and trade routes, from Pakistan’s Gwadar Port in Balochistan to key markets across the African continent. This expansion is not only altering global trade flows but also directly challenging U.S. dominance, prompting Washington to reassess its alliances and strategies to retain its global leadership.

Balochistan CM Alleges Afghan Nationals Behind Recent Attacks

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti stated in a press conference that while Afghanistan is a neighboring and friendly country to Pakistan, some individuals involved in the recent attacks in Pakistan were Afghan nationals.