Category : Foreign Policy


Mahrang Baloch Life Sentence for FC Soldier Death

Mahrang Baloch and Sibghatullah Shahji were sentenced to life imprisonment by an anti-terrorism court in Quetta for the death of a Frontier Corps personnel during a violent protest in Gwadar in 2024.

Myanmar military killed over 700 civilians: UN report

A UN report says Myanmar's military killed at least 702 civilians, including 224 women and 153 children, during the six-month election period from August to January, with air strikes causing the most destruction.

Rubio to Visit Gulf States for Iran Deal Talks

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain to discuss the US-Iran memorandum, Strait of Hormuz security, and regional stability amid Gulf concerns.

US Authorizes Iranian Oil Sales in Peace Deal

The US Treasury issued a 60-day license for Iranian oil production and sale, part of a framework agreement with Iran that includes IAEA inspections and Strait of Hormuz transit commitments.

Belgium Visas Taliban for EU Migration Meeting

Belgium issued five visas to a Taliban delegation for a one-day EU meeting on migration in Brussels, the first EU-hosted meeting since the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan five years ago.

Israeli Strike Kills Teen on Way to School in Gaza

An Israeli airstrike killed 16-year-old Raghad Hassan Ashour as she walked to her 11th-grade exam in Gaza City. Relatives and medics confirm the incident, with the military claiming it targeted a Hamas militant.

China Praises Pakistan’s Role in De-escalation

Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong commended Pakistan for its successful de-escalation role and reaffirmed support for its mediation in regional peace. Deputy PM Ishaq Dar shared updates on Bürgenstock talks and Cairo meeting.

US, UN Warn of Imminent Mass Atrocities in Sudan

The US warned on Monday that mass atrocities could be imminent in Sudan as RSF forces encircle El-Obeid, echoing UN fears of a repeat of the 2025 El-Fasher assault that bore hallmarks of genocide.

US Authorizes Iranian Oil Sales, Eases Sanctions

The US has authorized Iranian oil sales through August 21, easing decades-old sanctions as part of a framework toward a final peace deal with Tehran, which committed to nuclear inspections and free transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

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