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When War Theories Go Viral
Zaryab Zaib A short video, reportedly circulating on Chinese social media, has stirred a familiar mix of fascination and scepticism in strategic circles. In it, a Chinese individual appears to explain how Iran could use mobile infrared-based defence systems to detect and potentially target advanced stealth aircraft such as the F-35 Lightning II. The narration is technical, confident, and presented as if offering a tactical workaround to one of modern warfare’s most prized capabilities: stealth. At first glance, such content seems to signal an unusual phenomenon private citizens sharing sensitiveRead More
President Zardari felicitates President of Vietnam
ISLAMABAD, Apr 10: President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday extended warm congratulations to President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, To Lam, on his election, noting that the unanimous vote of the National Assembly reflects the trust and confidence reposed in his leadership. In his letter, the President expressed confidence that, under President To Lam’s stewardship, Viet Nam would continue to achieve greater progress and prosperity. Referring to Pakistan–Viet Nam relations, the President said that the two countries enjoy cordial and friendly ties based on mutual trust and goodwill. HeRead More
Khamenei says Iran does not want war but ‘criminal agressors’ won’t go unpunished
TEHRAN: Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in his latest written message that his nation did not want war with the United States and Israel, but would protect its rights as a nation, state television reported Thursday. “We did not seek war and we do not want it,” he said in the message read out on state TV, weeks after his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was martyred on February 28, the first day of the war. “But we will not renounce our legitimate rights under any circumstances, and inRead More
Pakistan offers visa on arrival for delegates attending Islamabad talks
ISLAMABAD, Apr 10: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday announced that Pakistan will provide visa-on-arrival facilities to delegates coming to Islamabad for the upcoming talks. “Pakistan welcomes all delegates including journalists from participating nations, traveling in relation to Islamabad Talks 2026”, the deputy prime minister said in a post on X. To this end, he said all airlines are requested to permit boarding to all such individuals without Visa. “Immigration authorities in Pakistan will issue them Visa on Arrival,” he added.
Pakistan hosts 8th UNODC anti-trafficking experts meeting
KARACHI, APR 10 /DNA/ – The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office for Pakistan in collaboration with Pakistan Customs and Anti Narcotics Force hosted the 8th Expert-Level Meeting of the Inter-Regional Network of Customs Authorities and Port Control Units (IREN) in Karachi, marking a significant milestone under the Global Passenger and Cargo Control Programme (PCCP). The four-day meeting is focusing on enhancing intelligence-sharing, improving risk-based targeting, addressing evolving trafficking threats, and further finetuning of the practical interregional collaboration. It brought together international experts, customs officials, andRead More
A Test of Global Order and Pakistan’s Resolve
By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal There was a time when the world, weary of war and ruin, gathered under one roof and formed the United Nations. The purpose was simple and noble. Nations would no longer rush to war without restraint. Disputes would be brought to a common forum. Wisdom would prevail over impulse. Peace would be guarded by collective will. This institution was not created to serve the designs of a few powerful states. It was not meant to grant license to those who imagine threats and then move toRead More