Friday, December 19th, 2025
Trump’s Naval Gamble on Venezuela
Qamar Bashir Gunboats, Oil, and the Illusion of Control: Why Trump’s Naval Embargo on Venezuela Risks Repeating History President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a naval embargo on sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers marks one of the most dramatic escalations in U.S.–Latin America relations in decades. Framed as a national-security response to drug trafficking—after the administration classified fentanyl and its precursors as “weapons of mass destruction” through an executive order—the move signals a fundamental shift: from counter-narcotics cooperation to maritime coercion. While officially described as a limited action targeting sanctioned vessels,Read More
39 medals awarded to top graduates at PNEC’s Annual Convocation
KARACHI, DEC 19 /DNA/ – 37th Convocation of Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC) was held at Bahria Auditorium, Karachi. Chief Minister Sindh, Mr. Syed Murad Ali Shah was the Chief Guest for the occasion. A total of 353 graduates were awarded degrees, including 4 PhD, 41 MS, and 308 Bachelor’s graduates. The Chief Guest also awarded 39 medals to outstanding position holders, comprising 7 President’s Gold Medals, 4 Chief of the Naval Staff Gold Medals, 8 Chancellor’s Silver Medals, 18 Rector’s Gold Medals and 2 Quaid-e-Azam Gold Medals. Chief Guest,Read More
PAF Airmen Academy graduates 1,155 trainees in grand passing out parade
RAWALPINDI, DEC 19 /DNA/ – Passing Out Parade of Trainees Entries No 2306, 2406 and 2412 was held today at PAF Airmen Academy, Korangi. President NASTP Advisory Board was the Chief Guest and was received by Air Officer Commanding, PAF Airmen Academy. A total of 1155 trainees from Pakistan Air Force, Pakistan Navy and allied countries successfully completed their training. Addressing the parade, the Chief Guest highlighted PAF’s professionalism, combat readiness and international recognition. He emphasized that the Academy is imparting modern, future-oriented training in line with the vision ofRead More
President Zardari to visit Iraq from Dec 20
ISLAMABAD, DEC 19 /DNA/ – President Asif Ali Zardari will undertake an official visit to the Republic of Iraq from 20 to 24 December 2025, at the invitation of President Dr Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid. The visit aims to further strengthen the longstanding, brotherly relations between Pakistan and Iraq and enhance cooperation across key sectors, including trade, energy and people-to-people exchanges.
Pakistan bowl out Bangladesh for 121 in rain-hit U19 Asia Cup semi-final
DUBAI, DEC 19: Pacer Abdul Subhan took four as Pakistan bowled out Bangladesh for 121 in the rain-affected second semi-final of the Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2025 at The Sevens Stadium in Dubai on Friday. The Green Shirts had won the toss and opted to bowl in the high-stakes fixture, which was reduced to 27 overs per side due to a rain delay. Bangladesh got off to a comparatively decent start as openers, Rifat Beg and Zawad Akbar, put together 24 runs before both perished in quick succession. Following theRead More
Sherry Rehman calls UN Report a ‘diplomatic victory for Pakistan’
ISLAMABAD, Dec 19 (APP/DNA): Senator Sherry Rehman endorsed a UN report, describing it as a diplomatic success for Pakistan and stated that India has failed to respond, warning that Indian-sponsored terrorism could trigger a major conflict in the region. While speaking exclusively to local media, Senator Sherry Rehman hailed the UN report as a significant recognition of Pakistan’s efforts on the international stage. Senator Sherry Rehman said the UN report clearly states that India violated rules through cross-border incursions into Pakistani territory. She emphasized that the report highlighted India’s involvementRead More