In March 2025, an American-made M4A1 rifle surfaced during a brutal train hijacking in Pakistan. The weapon was originally sent to Afghanistan in 2018. It was manufactured in Connecticut and bore the serial number W1004340. This discovery exposed one of the most dangerous consequences of the US military’s disorderly exit from Afghanistan in 2021. That rifle is just one example. Many weapons from the US were handed over to Afghan security forces. Since the fall of Kabul, large quantities of this gear have crossed into Pakistan through unguarded border points. These American arms now equip insurgents, terrorists, and groups that…
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Three soldiers from the Frontier Constabulary (FC) lost their lives in the Mastung blast on Tuesday. The deadly explosion targeted a police truck in Shamsabad, a locality in Balochistan’s troubled Mastung district. More than a dozen others sustained injuries. According to officials, at least 16 FC personnel were hurt. Two of the wounded remain in critical condition. All injured have been moved to Quetta for urgent treatment. In response to the Mastung blast, the Balochistan government has imposed an emergency at Bolan Medical Complex and Civil Hospital Quetta. Ambulances rushed the injured from the scene, while medical teams prepared to…
A high-level US congressional delegation visited Pakistan and met with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir. The delegation included Congressmen Jack Bergman, Thomas Souzzi, and Jonathan Jackson. The discussions centered on Pakistan-US relations, with a strong focus on regional security and defense cooperation. According to a press release by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both sides agreed on the value of ongoing engagement. They stressed the importance of mutual respect, shared democratic values, and aligned strategic interests. The US lawmakers appreciated the efforts of Pakistan’s armed forces in the fight against terrorism. The congressmen also praised Pakistan’s…
PESHAWAR: Under the Kohat Peace Agreement signed on January 1, 2025, a major breakthrough has been made in the Kurram tribal district. Officials confirmed that 979 bunkers have been completely removed over the past two months. These bunkers were built by both rival factions involved in the bloody conflict. According to reliable sources, the next step under the Kohat Peace Agreement is already planned. Authorities are preparing to begin a gradual disarmament process. All sides involved will start handing over their weapons to the government. Meanwhile, the region is seeing a large-scale relief operation. In the past three months, a…
London: In a surprising twist, talks for Imran Khan’s release actually began in November 2024. Long before the American-Pakistani delegation flew to Pakistan in March 2025, confidential meetings took place in Adiala Jail. Imran Khan personally met one of his longtime associates to explore a way forward. Sources close to the matter confirmed that the former prime minister held multiple rounds of discussions inside jail. The meetings were held with a well-known American-Pakistani who has been Khan’s friend and donor for nearly 20 years. This individual frequently visited Khan when he was in power. These secret talks for Imran Khan’s…
Karachi: In a historic moment, record remittances to Pakistan hit $4.1 billion in March 2025. It’s the first time the monthly inflows have crossed the $4 billion mark, according to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). This sharp rise reflects a 37.3% increase compared to March 2024. It also shows a 29.8% jump from February 2025. Never before has Pakistan seen such high monthly inflows from overseas workers. Mustafa Mustansir, Director of Research and Business Development at Taurus Securities Limited, spoke about this growth. He explained that the increase was helped by seasonal factors like Ramadan and Eid. He also…
The CTD operations in Punjab have intensified in recent days. According to official sources, the Counter Terrorism Department carried out 189 intelligence-based raids in several cities. These operations led to the arrest of 10 suspected militants. Among them were two key operatives, Badal Singh and Suraj Singh. They were captured during a targeted operation in Rawalpindi. Explosives and sensitive materials were found in their possession. Both men are said to be residents of Nankana Sahib. The CTD operations in Punjab also extended to cities like Lahore, Gujranwala, Bahawalpur, Jhelum, and Rawalpindi. In addition to these missions, officials confirmed 2,053 combing…
ISLAMABAD – The United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) has firmly denied rumors about the termination of the Fulbright Programme for Pakistani students. In an official statement issued on Friday, USEFP made it clear that the Fulbright Programme remains active. It continues to offer fully funded academic exchange opportunities to Pakistanis. Multiple U.S. government-backed initiatives, including Fulbright, are still available to students from Pakistan. “Participants currently in the United States under the Fulbright scholarship are receiving their financial support without interruption,” the foundation stated. It rejected claims suggesting that the Fulbright education initiative had ended or that Pakistani students…
ISLAMABAD – The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has questioned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) intentions regarding a possible political alliance. This concern follows reports that PTI is reaching out to the establishment while also seeking support from opposition parties. Speaking to the media on Friday, JUI-F Senator Kamran Murtaza said his party has serious reservations. He noted that if PTI wants to build a party alliance with JUI-F, it must clarify its alleged contacts with powerful quarters. Senator Murtaza stated that all political dialogue should take place under the banner of the joint opposition platform. He stressed the need for clarity and understanding…
The U.S. government has officially declared an end to Temporary Protected Status for thousands of Afghans and Cameroonians living in the country. This decision comes as part of a wider immigration overhaul led by former President Donald Trump, who has returned to office following his re-election. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the protected status for Afghan nationals will expire in May 2025. Cameroonian citizens will lose their migration protection by June of the same year. Around 14,600 Afghans and 7,900 Cameroonians are expected to be affected by the change. DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin confirmed the move. She…
