regional security
Pentagon Chief Pledges US Technology Support to Counter China's Maritime Aggression in Southeast Asia
Nov 02, 2025 12:16 am CST
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has committed to sharing US technological capabilities with Southeast Asian allies to counter China's increasing "destabilizing actions" in the South China Sea. During meetings in Kuala Lumpur with ASEAN defense ministers and key allies, Hegseth proposed building shared maritime domain awareness systems while emphasizing America's commitment to ensuring regional partners are not alone when facing territorial provocations from Beijing.
Pakistan and Afghanistan Extend Ceasefire After Successful Mediation Talks in Istanbul
Oct 31, 2025 07:32 am CST
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to extend their ceasefire following productive talks in Istanbul mediated by Turkey and Qatar. The agreement includes establishing a monitoring mechanism to maintain peace after recent border clashes that led to airstrikes and closed key trade routes. Both nations will reconvene on November 6 to implement the peace framework along their historically disputed 2,600 km border.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Issues Severe Warning to Taliban: "Will Push Them Back To Caves"
Oct 29, 2025 11:13 pm CST
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has threatened to "completely obliterate" the Afghan Taliban following failed peace talks in Istanbul. The diplomatic crisis escalated after Pakistan admitted to allowing US drone operations from its territory, with Afghanistan warning of "reciprocal action" if its territory is bombed. Despite the breakdown in negotiations, the ceasefire between the two nations remains intact.
Pakistan Defense Minister Issues Severe Threats Against Afghanistan Amid Failed Peace Talks
Oct 29, 2025 11:47 am CST
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has made alarming accusations claiming Afghanistan is acting as India's proxy to spread terrorism in Pakistan. The statement comes after peace talks in Istanbul collapsed, with Asif threatening a response "50 times stronger" if Afghanistan attacks. Tensions escalated when Pakistan admitted to an agreement with the US allowing drone operations from its territory, prompting Afghan negotiators to withdraw from discussions.
Bagram Air Base: The Strategic Pivot in US-Taliban Relations and Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions
Oct 24, 2025 04:25 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis examines how the Bagram Air Base has become a geopolitical focal point, triggering tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The article explores US President Trump's desire to reclaim the base, the strategic implications for regional powers, and the complex web of interests involving Pakistan, the Taliban, resistance groups, and neighboring countries. It provides crucial context on how this military installation represents both a strategic asset and a sovereignty flashpoint with potential to reshape Central Asian power dynamics.
India's Strategic Pivot: Engaging the Taliban Regime Amid Regional Power Dynamics
Oct 19, 2025 03:49 pm CST
India's diplomatic engagement with the Taliban through Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's visit represents a significant strategic shift in South Asian geopolitics. This pragmatic approach prioritizes economic opportunities and regional security over ideological differences, challenging Pakistan's traditional influence in Afghanistan while advancing India's broader Central Asian connectivity goals. The developing relationship signals India's return to the Afghan diplomatic arena with implications for regional power dynamics and security cooperation.
Pakistan Breaks Ceasefire with Fresh Airstrikes in Afghanistan Killing 10 Civilians
Oct 18, 2025 10:09 am CST
Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan's Paktika province, killing at least 10 civilians including 2 children, breaking a 48-hour ceasefire between the two nations. The Taliban has vowed to retaliate as tensions escalate in the region. Pakistan claims the strikes targeted militant groups linked to the Pakistani Taliban (TTP), while Afghanistan denies harboring such groups on its soil.
Pakistan and Afghanistan Agree to 48-Hour Ceasefire Following Deadly Border Clashes
Oct 15, 2025 10:16 pm CST
Pakistan and Afghanistan have implemented a 48-hour ceasefire after intense border clashes resulted in dozens of casualties. The agreement came into effect Wednesday evening as both nations pledge to pursue diplomatic solutions. Pakistan reports killing numerous Afghan forces while denying civilian targeting, while Afghanistan claims to have destroyed Pakistani military positions in retaliation. This escalation occurs amid shifting regional dynamics, including improving India-Afghanistan relations.
India's Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh Represents PM Modi at Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt
Oct 13, 2025 09:52 am CST
Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh has arrived in Cairo as India's representative at the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh. The summit, co-chaired by Egyptian President El-Sisi and US President Trump, aims to finalize a peace agreement ending the Gaza conflict. PM Modi has welcomed the first phase of the peace plan, which includes troop withdrawals, aid crossing openings, and hostage releases.
Taliban-Pakistan Border Conflict Escalates as Afghanistan Accuses Military Faction of Sabotaging Peace
Oct 13, 2025 02:02 am CST
Afghanistan's Taliban government has accused a powerful faction within Pakistan's military of orchestrating hostilities along the Durand Line border, claiming to have killed 58 Pakistani soldiers and captured multiple outposts in retaliatory strikes. Spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid warns of further consequences if airspace violations continue, while alleging Pakistan harbors ISIS-Khorasan operatives despite maintaining openness to dialogue under Islamic law.