Major minerals deal: Kyiv, Washington reach consensus
Deal is expected to open access to Ukraine’s vast mineral reserves for the US
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US-Pakistani family gives generous gift to Free Speech Campaign
Contribution made by Ansir and Sufia Junaid through Junaid Family Foundation
Trump vs. Macron on Ukraine – Who’s really in charge?
Macron says President Putin violated the peace
US, Russia align in UN resolutions on Ukraine, isolating European allies
Votes come at a time of strained relations between Trump administration and key European allies
Dubai launches new system for easy visa renewals
AI-powered online platform, Salama, enables residents to renew residency permits, visas in minutes
Merz faces difficult path to government after German election win
German conservatives seek a coalition with Social Democrats as far-right AfD and Left Party gain influence in parliament.
Student leaders behind Hasina’s removal to launch political party
Launch is expected to take place at an event on Wednesday
Ramazan 2025 working hours for federal employees announced
Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) issues official circular outlining the revised schedule
Who are British couple arrested by Taliban in Bamiyan?
Exact charges against the couple remain unclear
Hamas suspends Gaza truce talks until Israel releases 620 Palestinian prisoners
Decision comes after Israel delayed the planned release of Palestinian detainees
Trump administration slashes 1,600 USAID jobs amid foreign aid cuts
Move follows earlier decision by administration to halt foreign aid spending
Germany Election 2025: CDU wins, far-right AfD makes historic gains
AfD co-leader Alice Weidel celebrated the historic performance but hinted at future ambitions
US agencies push back against Musk’s ‘weekly report’ ultimatum
Agencies advise employees to seek guidance before responding
Zelenskyy ready to resign for Ukraine’s peace, NATO membership
Zelenskyy’s statement follows criticism from US President Trump
Russia launches war's largest drone attack on Ukraine
Zelenskiy condemns Russia's 'aerial terror', calls for unity among Ukraine's allies
U.S. pressures Ukraine on critical minerals, raises Starlink cutoff threat
Negotiators warn Kyiv of losing Starlink access amid dispute over U.S. demands for Ukraine’s mineral wealth
Germans start voting, polls suggest shift to right
Friedrich Merz’s CDU/CSU bloc eyes power amid coalition challenges, while far-right AfD poised for record gains
Thousands expected at Beirut funeral for martyred Hezbollah's Nasrallah today
Nasrallah martyred on Sept 27 in an Israeli airstrike targeting a bunker in Beirut’s southern suburbs
Govt employees in panic as Musk issues ‘report or resign’ order
It remains unclear on what legal grounds Musk can enforce terminations if employees fail to respond
Hamas warns of ceasefire collapse as Israel holds back prisoner release
Israeli govt was scheduled to free 620 Palestinian detainees on Saturday as part of a hostage exchange deal
Pope Francis' health worsens as he battles double pneumonia
Francis' condition critical after asthma-like respiratory
Eight feared trapped as tunnel collapses behind Srisailam Dam in Telangana
Tunnel had reopened only four days ago before the accident took place
Hamas to free six more Gaza hostages after body of Bibas mother returned
Release comes as Israel confirms the death of Shiri Bibas and continues prisoner exchanges under the ceasefire agreement
Trump sacks top US general CQ Brown in Pentagon overhaul
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is highest-ranking military officer in country
Trump seeks to reshape Asia's energy supplies with US gas
The U.S. seeks Japanese support for a $44 billion Alaska LNG project, aiming to strengthen economic ties
INDIA
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Bomb hoax disrupts over 40 schools in New Delhi
The incident has drawn sharp criticism of the central government’s handling of law and order in Delhi
Modi govt use tear gas as farmers march to New Delhi, key developments
A group of farmers, equipped with protective gear, began their march to Delhi
Farmers plan march to Delhi amid ongoing dispute
Punjab, Haryana farmers prepare to proceed towards national capital
Violence erupts in Manipur: Tensions escalate amid controversial incidents
Govt imposes curfew, internet shutdown following violent confrontations
Ayodhya's Babri Masjid demolition: A eetrospective of December 6, 1992
Examining a pivotal moment in Indian socio-political history
AFGHANISTAN
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Afghanistan's economy in crisis: Taliban rule spurs decline
Economic hardships mount as Taliban support terrorism, trade slumps
Taliban tightens grip on Afghan press freedom
Journalists face increasing threats under Taliban rule
Kabul Airport suicide attack mastermind released by Taliban
New details emerge on ISIS-K terrorist behind tragic 2021 attack
Internal strife in Afghan Taliban amidst mounting challenges
Rift between hard-line and moderate factions exposed in Eid messages
Afghan children face deportation from Iran amid economic hardships
Thousands of Afghan minors deported, highlighting the plight of refugee children
MIDDLE EAST
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Mohammed Al Bashir to lead Syria's transitional govt: Reports
Ex-minister likely to oversee Syria's transition to new leadership, prepare for elections
Drone likely from Yemen strikes central Israel; no injuries reported
IDF confirmed that drone entered Israeli airspace undetected
All Pakistanis in Syria are safe, says Foreign Office
'Pakistan is closely monitoring the developments in Syria'
Syrian rebel forces impose curfew in Damascus after seismic capture of capital
11-Day Campaign Summary: The Fall of Damascus
Trump says Assad is gone, Putin’s Russia no longer interested in protecting him
'I know Vladimir well. This is his time to act. China can help. The World is waiting'
EUROPE
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Overseas Pakistanis Global Foundation honors Pakistan's martyrs in Barcelona
Event follows similar tribute held in New Jersey, USA
French rail network sabotaged by arson attacks ahead of Olympics
National train operator says 800,000 passengers affected, situation will last through weekend
Around 300 flights cancelled in Germany over environmental protests
Police report 7 people damaged airport's perimeter fence, entered premises around 5am
French Left coalition wins most seats in high-stakes elections
France faces daunting prospect of hung parliament, political paralysis
Pakistani students top Erasmus Mundus scholarships for third consecutive year
Successful Pakistani students will soon embark on their educational journeys to various universities across Europe
AMERICAS
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Trump, at zenith of power, moves quickly to 'take over' Washington
Many of Trump's executive orders test the limits of constitutional law
Mohsin Naqvi denies claims of attending anti-China event in US
Naqvi reiterates fight against terrorism is a shared responsibility, not just for Pakistan but for all nations
Gold jumps to near all time-high, set for weekly gain
Safe-haven demand drives gold above $2,770, with market volatility fueled by U.S. trade policy and global central bank meetings
US judge temporarily blocks Trump's order restricting birthright citizenship
Judge issues a temporary restraining order against President Trump’s controversial immigration policy
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Trump signed an executive order seeking to delay by 75 days the enforcement of a ban of popular short-video app TikTok
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