Islamabad, June 10, 2025 — Today, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb presented Pakistan’s federal budget for the fiscal year 2025–26 in the National Assembly, announcing a total outlay of approximately Rs 17.6 trillion ($62 billion). The budget, slightly below the Rs 18.78 trillion allocated in FY25, reflects a 6.7% reduction amid efforts to impose fiscal discipline under an IMF-supported economic roadmap...
Category: Politics
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Historian Warns that President Trump’s Approach Undermines Resolution of Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Timothy Snyder, an acclaimed historian specializing in Eastern European history at Yale University, has voiced concerns over former U.S. President Donald Trump’s approach to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, suggesting his policies may be undermining attempts to end it. According to Snyder, Trump has emboldened Russian President Vladimir Putin while weakening Ukraine in negotiations. Snyder noted...
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Modi Government Cracks Down on Dissent in Wake of Pakistan Conflict: New York Times
After recent military clashes between India and Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government have undertaken measures that appear to be an attempt at silencing dissident voices. According to The New York Times report, such measures include arresting academics, blocking social media accounts, detaining individuals under stringent laws and arresting activists – raising serious...
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“US Muslim Group Denounces Israeli Aid As ‘PR Stunt’ Amid Gaza Famine Threat
CAIR, the largest Muslim civil rights organization in the U.S., has harshly condemned Israel’s recent decision to allow limited aid trucks into Gaza as “completely insufficient and psychotic PR stunt” which does not address an escalating humanitarian crisis in the region. Cair has expressed this sentiment to Al Jazeera.On May 19, 2025, Israel granted nine...
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U.S. and Iran Fight Over Uranium Enrichment at Oman Nuclear Talks
MUSCAT, Oman — The United States and Iran have opened up talks regarding Iran’s uranium enrichment program for round four of their nuclear negotiations in Oman. Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi will act as mediator, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi leading Iran’s delegation and U.S. Envoy Steve Witkoff leading theirs; JNS.org/Reuters/5 and Politico/8 providing...
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Netanyahu Speaks Out on Why Israel Must Conquer its Enemies, Not Hostage Release
Benjamin Netanyahu has stirred political controversy by declaring that his top priority as prime minister of Israel is defeating its enemies instead of freeing hostages held captive by Hamas or other militant groups. At a late Tuesday security cabinet meeting, Netanyahu declared: “Our paramount objective must be total victory against those who seek our destruction....
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Canada Will Never Cling To Donald Trump’s Threats As Prime Minister Carney Claims Election Victory
Mark Carney, Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister, delivered an assertive victory speech Monday night that signaled to many that Canada will not accede to threats originating elsewhere – a clear reference to recent statements made by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Carney, former governor of both Bank of Canada and Bank of England, led his...
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Israel Demands Any Iran Agreement Should Dismantle Nuclear Program and Address Missile Threats
Israel reiterated its steadfast stance that any new agreement with Iran must fully dismantle Tehran’s nuclear program and deal with the growing threat posed by Iran’s ballistic missile arsenal. Benjamin Netanyahu made it clear on Monday when speaking to reporters that Israel will not support any agreement that does not completely eliminate Iran’s nuclear weapon...
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India Is Citing IIOJK Attack as Justification to Pull Out of Water Treaty with Pakistan: Asif
Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan’s Defence Minister, recently accused India of using a recent terrorist attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) as justification to withdraw unilaterally from the longstanding Indus Waters Treaty – something he warned could have serious regional repercussions. Asif made this argument during a press conference held on Saturday in...
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Full Shutter-Down Strike Paralyzes Murree, Peshawar, Pakpattan and Other Cities across Pakistan
Saturday saw several major cities across Pakistan experience an unprecedented full shutter-down strike, including Murree, Peshawar and Pakpattan. Markets and businesses closed down, leaving streets deserted as traders and citizens took part in an unprecedented protest movement. The strike was initiated by various trader associations and civil society groups as a response to rising inflation,...
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