Iran’s Jomhouri-e Eslami newspaper has accused the Taliban of fighting a silent war against Iran. It cautioned that Tehran’s current approach to the group could damage the country’s long-term interests, putting fresh scrutiny on Iran Taliban relations. The criticism appeared in an editorial published on Wednesday, 7 October, in which the paper sharply condemned Tehran’s policy toward the Taliban. Editorial Challenges Tehran’s Stance on the Taliban The editorial noted that since the Taliban regained power in Afghanistan in 2021, some Iranian politicians and officials had tried to justify the group’s rule. Some had even praised it for ending the 20-year…
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WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Pakistan have struck a staff-level agreement on the latest reviews of the country’s economic programme. If the Fund’s Executive Board signs off, Pakistan could receive about $1.21 billion in new financing, the lender said in an official statement. The deal covers the fourth review of Pakistan’s 37-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the third review of its 28-month Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The IMF announced the outcome on Wednesday. What Pakistan Stands to Receive Once the Board approves, Pakistan will be able to draw roughly $1 billion under the EFF and $210…
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres met Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on 7 October 2026. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the meeting in an official statement. What Guterres and Asim Munir Discussed The two leaders covered matters of mutual interest, the current regional security situation and the role of the United Nations in supporting international peace and security. They also traded views on regional stability, the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and terrorism originating from…
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has launched a sharp attack on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, accusing it of staying disengaged from the province’s security crisis. In a statement posted on X, the minister said the provincial leadership is focused on a political march while militants strike the people of KP. According to the minister, terrorists killed five innocent people in Dera Ismail Khan on October 6. Two of the victims were customs officials. Asif said that in the aftermath, the provincial cabinet, including the Chief Minister, remained absorbed in what he called a failed long march. He…
Around 190 rooms in Peshawar University hostels are being occupied illegally, according to reports. The rooms are held by leaders of several student organizations, and many of them are no longer students at the university, Khyber News reported. Among the groups named is the Insaf Students Federation (ISF), which is backed by the PTI provincial government. Occupants Reportedly Not Paying Rent Sources say the student leaders living in these rooms are not paying any rent for them. The claim comes from unnamed sources and has not been independently confirmed. Room Shortage Hits Newly Admitted Students The occupation has created a…
Resistance against Taliban rule is gaining momentum in Afghanistan, with armed groups reportedly carrying out a series of quick attacks in different regions. The groups say the pressure is steadily eroding the authority of the Taliban government. The claims below were made by the groups themselves and have not been independently verified. Kandahar Attack: Taliban Morals Official Targeted The Afghanistan United Front said it carried out a targeted operation in Khakrez district of Kandahar, killing Abdul Rahman, a Taliban official responsible for enforcing the group’s Promotion of Virtue rules. According to the front, he was involved in mistreating civilians, beating…
Centuries-old pine nut forests in Angoor Adda, part of Tehsil Birmal in Lower South Waziristan, are being cut down without restraint. Residents say the illegal felling has put these valuable woodlands at serious risk. According to a Khyber News report, the trees are far more than scenery for people living in the area. Chilgoza, the edible pine nut harvested from these forests, is one of the main sources of work and income for local families. Why the Pine Nut Forests Matter to Locals Beyond their economic value, the forests help keep the air in the region clean. They also play…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has called a meeting of the provincial cabinet today, with the PTI long march toward Islamabad now in its fourth day. Afridi will preside over the session. Sources said the cabinet is expected to take up matters related to the provincial government. The agenda is due to be circulated this morning. PTI Convoy Reaches Mattani Near Peshawar The PTI convoy under Afridi’s leadership arrived at Mattani, on the outskirts of Peshawar, late on Tuesday after setting out from Kohat. From there, it is expected to move toward Khyber before continuing to Peshawar, as the…
Pakistani security forces have killed 18 militants in a series of operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan, security sources said on Wednesday. The sources described the dead as India-backed terrorists. The raids targeted two groups. In KP, forces acted against Fitna al-Khawarij under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision, while in Balochistan the target was Fitna al-Hindustan. North Waziristan Operation Leaves 13 Militants Dead In KP, forces struck militant hideouts in North Waziristan district and nearby areas. Thirteen militants were killed, according to the sources. Mastung Operation Targets Fitna al-Hindustan In a separate action in Balochistan’s Mastung district, security forces killed five…
Four Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) personnel and a police constable were martyred in separate attacks in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, police said on Tuesday. Another policeman was wounded. The DI Khan firing incidents came on a day of fresh violence across the province. Armed Men Attack FBR Personnel Near Abhaya Bridge District Police Officer (DPO) Ziauddin Ahmed said unidentified armed men opened fire on the FBR personnel near Abhaya Bridge. The bodies of the slain officials were later taken to the District Headquarters Hospital. Police Van Targeted on Bannu Road In a separate incident, gunmen fired on a…
