Tag: United States
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US Reaffirms Support for Pakistan’s Right to Self-Defence Against Terrorism as UN Reviews Global Counterterrorism Strategy
Key Developments: The United States reaffirmed support for Pakistan’s right to defend itself against terrorist attacks amid renewed tensions with Afghanistan. The UN General Assembly adopted the ninth review of the Global Counterterrorism Strategy despite failing to achieve consensus. Pakistan called for reforms to the UN’s counterterrorism framework while highlighting the evolving nature of global…
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Oil Prices Rise as US-Iran Tensions Escalate and Supply Tightens
Key Developments: Global oil prices rose nearly 1% following fresh U.S. military strikes on Iranian targets and continued concerns over energy supplies. U.S. crude inventories recorded another significant weekly decline, indicating tighter supply conditions. Ongoing tensions involving Iran, the United States, Israel and regional actors continue to create uncertainty in global energy markets. LONDON (Reuters) —…
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Judge Frank Caprio – A Beacon of Humility in a World of Hubris
By Mian Haroon Masood He was one of the kindest, most admired, and deeply humane judges this world has ever known, a true embodiment of compassion, humility, and magnanimity. Rest in peace, the Honourable Judge. In my experience spanning over six decades, I have never encountered a government functionary, judge, or bureaucrat who could…
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US Secretary of State Congratulates Pakistan on 78th Independence Day
WASHINGTON – August 14, 2025: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has congratulated Pakistan on its 78th Independence Day. In his message on the occasion, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the people of Pakistan are celebrating Independence Day. Congratulating the people, Rubio said that the United States appreciates Pakistan’s initiatives on counter-terrorism…
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Former US President Biden diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ Prostate Cancer
Former United States (US) President, Joe Biden, has been diagnosed with an ‘aggressive’ form of prostate cancer, according to reports. Former US President Biden’s cancer diagnoses considered “aggressive” The cancer has metastasized On Sunday, former President Joe Biden’s personal office announced that he had been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer. A statement…
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The Indomitable Churchill
Churchill has proved to be one of the greatest leaders the world has known in recent history. His role during the war times is one which merits all praise as far as the qualities of a statesman is concerned. Not to submit to the aggressor in the most trying times is a quality only a…
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Former US President Jimmy Carter, dead at 100
WASHINGTON: Former President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, winner of the Nobel Peace prize for humanitarian work has passed away in his Georgia home on Sunday, aged 100. According to a statement issued by the White House, a day of mourning will be observed for Carter on January 9, as directed by President Joe…
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Trump Needs a Strategy to End the Ongoing Ukraine War
Sources report that U.S. president-elect Donald Trump recently spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, addressing the Ukraine conflict and urging Putin to avoid escalating the situation. Trump also highlighted the substantial U.S. military presence in Europe as a reminder of American influence in the region. On the battlefield, Russia is reportedly advancing through Ukraine’s western…
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Leadership in Adversity: Trump’s Defiance, Harris’s Grace, and the Spirit of Democracy
Donald Trump stands as one of the most resilient figures in modern political history. Defying entrenched norms and enduring relentless opposition, he faced a barrage of legal challenges and still emerged victorious. Driven by a profound commitment to his nation’s strength and independence, Trump’s tenacity carried him through unprecedented obstacles, earning him unwavering support from…
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United States headed for a possible Government ‘Shutdown’
WASHINGTON: The US government is reportedly on the brink of a fourth shutdown in a decade which means federal funding for many non-essential departments could be suspended. According to BBC reports, Congress is set to miss its Saturday deadline to fund federal agencies in the US, a move that will significantly impact life, from air…