Sunday, June 29th, 2025
Israeli strikes on south Lebanon kill three: ministry
BEIRUT, LEBANON, JUN 28 (AFP/APP/DNA): Israeli strikes killed three people in southern Lebanon on Saturday despite a ceasefire in force there, authorities said, with Iran-backed Hezbollah suggesting its patience for the “ongoing aggression” was wearing thin. The Lebanese health ministry said an “Israeli enemy” drone strike on a car in Kunin, south Lebanon, killed one man and wounded another person. The Israeli military said the strike “eliminated the terrorist Hassan Muhammad Hammoudi”, who it said was responsible for anti-tank missile attacks on Israeli territory during the recent war. In aRead More
Central Asia offers huge business potential: expert
Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD, JUN 29: /DNA/ – The Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), Islamabad, held a compelling lecture today under its Eminent Speaker Series, featuring renowned academic Dr. Ahmed Ijaz Malik, Associate Professor at the School of Politics and International Relations, Quaid-i-Azam University and PhD from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London. The lecture, titled “Political Economies of Central Asia,” offered a comprehensive and analytical look at the dynamic socio-economic and strategic landscape of Central Asia, with a special focus on Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan,Read More
From Proxy to Open War How Israel-Iran’s shadow conflict ignited the region
Analysis Abdul Waheeh Khan For years, Israel and Iran waged a hidden war—a conflict fought through cyberattacks, covert assassinations, and proxy militias across the Middle East. By 2025, that shadow war erupted into direct confrontation. This was no sudden explosion, but the inevitable result of unchecked strategic ambition, critical miscalculations, and diplomatic failure. Both sides overestimated their deterrence capabilities, pushing boundaries until the line between proxy warfare and open conflict vanished entirely. Israel, emboldened by unconditional Western support, escalated extraterritorial strikes—sabotaging nuclear sites, targeting Iranian personnel, and framing its actionsRead More
The Rise of Daily Islamabad Post: A Beacon of Balanced Journalism in Pakistan
In an era where media polarization and sensationalism often dominate headlines, Daily Islamabad Post has emerged as a trusted source of balanced and credible journalism in Pakistan. Launched in 2020, this English-language daily has quickly gained recognition for its fair reporting, insightful analysis, and wide coverage of national and international affairs. With its strong presence in both print and digital formats, the newspaper has carved a niche for itself among diplomats, policymakers, and the corporate community. A Legacy of Credible Journalism Daily Islamabad Post is part of a well-established mediaRead More
Why designations matter in every career path
Ms. Sabahat Ali In today’s evolving world of work, changing jobs is no longer viewed as a mark of inconsistency — it is increasingly acknowledged as a sign of professional maturity, self-awareness, and strategic career planning. The rigid linear career ladder has transformed into a flexible career lattice, accommodating cross-functional moves, lateral transitions, and cross-sector roles — all indicative of a dynamic and progressive career journey. Beyond the Private Sector: Diverse Career Paths and Designations While job mobility is commonly associated with the private sector, it is important to recognizeRead More