Pakistan
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Maria Sultan Remarks Spark Debate Over Psychological Warfare in Region
DID Press: Recent comments by Pakistani strategic analyst Maria Sultan regarding the possible “loss of Afghanistan’s geography” have triggered wide debate across Afghan and regional political circles, with many observers viewing the remarks not merely as a personal assessment, but…
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Pakistan Warns of Stronger Response to Any Indian Aggression
DID Press: Khawaja Asif warned that Pakistan will deliver a stronger response to any future aggression by India, following what he described as a swift and decisive reaction by Pakistani forces in a recent confrontation. Speaking at the launch of…
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US to Close Peshawar Consulate Over Security Concerns
DID Press: US Department of State has announced the gradual closure of its consulate in Peshawar, citing security concerns and resource management priorities. According to the statement, diplomatic engagement with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will be transferred to the US Embassy in…
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Pakistan Trade Deficit Surges Past $4B in April 2026
DID Press: Official data shows Pakistan’s trade deficit widened sharply in April 2026, crossing the $4 billion mark and reaching its highest level in 46 months. According to the latest figures on Pakistan’s external trade, the deficit rose by around…
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Elder-Led Diplomacy Stalls Amid Military Escalation on Afghan-Pak Border
DID Press: A recent gathering of tribal elders from Afghanistan’s Kunar province and Pakistan’s Bajaur district in the Nawe Pass border area has once again highlighted a recurring feature of the region’s political landscape: reliance on traditional mediation mechanisms to…
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Religious Scholar Killed in Armed Attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
DID Press: Pakistani police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have confirmed that Sheikh Muhammad Idris Turangzai, a prominent religious scholar linked to the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam party, was killed in an armed attack in the Charsadda district. According to police officials, the incident…
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Tribal Elders Agree Ceasefire Along Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Areas
DID Press: Tribal elders from border regions in Pakistan and Afghanistan have reportedly reached an agreement on a ceasefire following several days of cross-border clashes and casualties. According to reports, tribal leaders in Bajaur District announced on Monday that an…
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Pakistan Accuses India of Proxy War via Taliban
DID Press: Pakistan’s defense minister has accused India of waging a proxy war through Taliban-linked actors, alleging efforts to destabilize the country’s internal security. Khawaja Asif said in an interview with a private TV channel that India is using Taliban…
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TTP Turns to Drone Warfare, Reshaping Conflict Dynamics
DID Press: A surge in drone-based attacks in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province signals a major evolution in the operational doctrine of Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), marking a shift from traditional suicide bombings and guerrilla tactics toward remote, technology-driven warfare. According to…
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Afghanistan National Football Team to Compete in Maldives Intl Tournament
DID Press: The Afghanistan Football Federation has announced that the national team will participate in an international football tournament hosted by the Maldives. According to the federation, the competition will be held from 1 to 11 June of the current…
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