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The Future of the Russia-Ukraine war after U.S. mediation
The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has been one of the most devastating conflicts in modern history, with thousands of lives lost and millions displaced. The United States, under President Donald Trump, recently attempted to mediate peace talks between the two nations, but the results have been mixed. While Trump initially claimed that negotiations would begin “immediately” following his call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin has since downplayed expectations, stating that the process will be complex and without a fixed deadline. The U.S. mediation efforts have sparkedRead More
Trump’s Golden Dome Plan: A bold vision or an expensive gamble?
U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled an ambitious missile defense initiative known as the Golden Dome, a project aimed at shielding the United States from aerial threats, including ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic missiles. With an estimated cost of $175 billion, the plan seeks to integrate land, sea, and space-based technologies to create a multi-layered defense system2. While Trump has touted the project as a game-changer in national security, critics argue that it may be too costly and technologically unrealistic. The Golden Dome plan echoes Ronald Reagan’s Strategic Defense Initiative (SDI),Read More
Strengthening Brotherhood: Pakistan and Azerbaijan Focus on Energy & Economic Partnerships
ISLAMABAD, MAY 22 (DNA):Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik was called on by the Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, H.E Khazar Farhadov, at the Ministry of Petroleum today. The discussions centered on strengthening bilateral relations particularly in the energy sector and exploring new avenues for economic cooperation. Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik expressed gratitude for Azerbaijan’s steadfast support to Pakistan in recent conflict with India, reaffirming the deep-rooted brotherly ties between the two nations. He underscored that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif greatly values the Azerbaijan’s solidarity with Pakistan. Azerbaijan hasRead More
Romanian Ambassador during Sialkot visit discusses to enhance ties with officials
ISLAMABAD, May 22 (APP/DNA):Romania Ambassador to Pakistan Dr. Dan Stoenescu, on Thursday visited Sialkot and met Deputy Commissioner Saba Asghar Ali, Deputy Commissioner and discussed to enhance cooperation and mutual understanding between Romania and Pakistan in region. The officials discussed potential areas of collaboration and explored ways to foster stronger ties between the two nations. The visit was attended by key members of the Pakistan-Romania Business Council (PRBC), including Sohail Shamim Firpo, Chairman, Atif Farooqi, Advisor and COO, and Ahmad Ikram Lone, President of the North Chapter. The meeting markedRead More
Oman, Iraq discuss strengthening judicial ties
MUSCAT, MAY 22 (ONA/APP/DNA):Oman and Iraq explored ways to boost judicial cooperation during a meeting between top legal officials in Muscat on Wednesday. Sayyid Mohammed bin Sultan Al Busaidi, Deputy Chairman of Oman’s Supreme Judicial Council, welcomed Judge Dr. Faiq Zaidan, head of Iraq’s Supreme Judicial Council, and his delegation. The talks focused on sharing expertise, improving court systems, and speeding up legal processes. Both sides discussed modernizing court procedures, enhancing judicial training, and using technology to streamline justice services. The Iraqi delegation also learned about Oman’s progress in digitalRead More
US justifies sending migrants to South Sudan
WASHINGTON, MAY 22 (AFP/APP/DNA):The US government on Wednesday justified its decision to deport a group of migrants, several of them Asian, to impoverished South Sudan — now in the throes of internal conflict — but suggested it was not their last stop. Department of Homeland Security spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin slammed a federal judge in Boston for suspending the expulsion, accusing him of “trying to force the United States to bring back these uniquely barbaric monsters.” The judge on Tuesday ordered the government to “maintain custody… of class members currently beingRead More