France Recognises Palestinian State at Historic UN Moot: A Turning Point for the Two-State Solution
France’s formal recognition of the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on September 22, 2025, marks a historic shift in international diplomacy. Alongside Monaco, and followed by several European states including Andorra, Belgium, Luxembourg, and San Marino, Paris’ decision reflects a growing global consensus that the Palestinian question can no longer […]
FM Ishaq Dar Reaches New York for UN General Assembly Session Focused on Palestine
The global stage is once again set in New York as world leaders gather for the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), scheduled from September 22 to 26, 2025. Pakistan’s delegation, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has a clear mission: to raise its voice for the resolution of the Palestine and […]
Chaman Border Closed After Deadly Blast: Security, Trade, and Humanitarian Implications
QUETTA – The Chaman border, one of the busiest crossing points between Pakistan and Afghanistan, was shut down following a deadly explosion near a taxi stand in a refugee camp area on Thursday. The blast, described by police sources as a “suicide attack,” has claimed at least six lives while leaving several others injured. Security […]
Pakistan–Saudi Defence Agreement: A Defining Moment For Islamabad and Surprise for India
On 17 September 2025, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a historic defence agreement that is being called a strategic breakthrough for Islamabad and a diplomatic surprise for New Delhi. The pact, which declares that an attack on one state will be treated as an attack on the other, places a binding duty on Pakistan to […]
No ‘Either-Or’ in Pakistan’s Foreign Relations: DG ISPR’s Strategic Message
Pakistan’s evolving foreign policy is once again under the spotlight after the Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt-Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, clarified Islamabad’s stance on global alignments. In a recent interview with a German magazine, aired on Pakistani television, the DG ISPR stated that Pakistan’s relations with major powers like the United […]
Cricket Diplomacy Collapses: India-Pakistan Rivalry Turns Ugly on the Field
Few rivalries in the world capture as much attention as India-Pakistan relations. From wars to nuclear tests to border clashes, the two nations have spent decades at loggerheads. Yet, amidst this hostility, there was always one fragile bridge of connection: cricket diplomacy. Matches between the two sides were more than games; they were opportunities for […]
IHC’s Justice Babar Sattar Orders Removal of PTA Chairman Over ‘Illegal’ Appointment: A Landmark Ruling
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has delivered a groundbreaking verdict that has stirred significant debate in Pakistan’s legal and administrative circles. On Tuesday, Justice Babar Sattar ordered the removal of Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman, retired Major General Hafeezur Rehman, declaring his appointment to the position as “illegal” and without merit. This decision not only […]
Why the Two-State Solution is Dead: Global Shifts and the Rise of the One-State Debate
For more than three decades, the two-state solution has been the cornerstone of international diplomacy in the Israel-Palestine conflict. From the Oslo Accords in the 1990s to repeated calls from the United Nations, the European Union, and the United States, the idea that two independent states—Israel and Palestine—could coexist side by side has dominated peace […]
Shehbaz Sharif’s Crackdown on Illegal River Constructions
The Breaking Point Pakistan is once again reeling from the fury of the monsoon. In August 2025, relentless rains unleashed flash floods that swept away villages, homes, and infrastructure across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Gilgit-Baltistan, and Punjab. The numbers are devastating: more than 700 lives lost nationwide, with over 400 casualties in KP alone. But behind […]
China-Pakistan Relations: A New Chapter in Diplomatic and Economic Cooperation
In August 2025, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to Pakistan marked an important milestone in the ever-strengthening relationship between the two countries. This visit underscored China’s continued commitment to Pakistan as a strategic partner in South Asia, and it highlights the growing importance of bilateral ties in various sectors—especially in terms of economic development, […]
