The military’s top brass has reiterated that peace and stability in the region are intrinsically linked to collective restraint, responsibility and respect for sovereignty. The 275th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held here at General Headquarters (GHQ) with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), […]
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Sovereignty, Legal Accountability, & the Myth of the Indispensable Individual!
Recent article in ‘The Independent’, by Eric Lewis, calling for the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, reflects a growing trend of attempting to internationalize domestic legal matters. Such narratives frequently prioritize personality-driven advocacy over institutional stability and the rule of law. Pakistan’s current diplomatic standing is rooted in state-led institutional continuity rather than […]
Pakistan rejects bid to ‘undermine Somalia’s sovereignty’ after Israel’s Somaliland recognition
Pakistan on Saturday rejected Israel’s recognition of the self-declared Republic of Somaliland, terming it an attempt to undermine Somalia’s sovereignty. Israel became the first country to formally recognise Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state on Friday, with Somaliland’s president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, saying his state will join the Abraham Accords. The decision could reshape […]
China defends Venezuela, condemns US economic measures
China has strongly opposed US economic sanctions on Venezuela and the blocking of its oil tankers. Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke with Venezuelan counterpart Ivan Gil, emphasizing that Beijing rejects unilateral coercion. He stressed that countries’ sovereignty and national dignity must be respected. Wang Yi urged the international community to support Venezuela’s stance in defending […]
China warns Japan over Taiwan at UN
China has taken its escalating dispute with Japan over Taiwan to the United Nations, accusing Tokyo of threatening armed intervention. Beijing warned it will defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity under international law. The move marks China’s strongest response yet in the two-week-old diplomatic crisis. The dispute erupted after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said […]
Lebanese President orders Army to resist any Israeli incursion
Lebanese President Michel Aoun has ordered the army to strongly resist any future Israeli incursions in southern Lebanon. He warned the military to remain vigilant after recent attacks. Tensions have risen as Israeli forces repeatedly violated the ceasefire agreement established in November last year. Officials emphasized that Lebanon’s sovereignty must be defended, and any violation […]
India upholds Afghanistan’s sovereignty amid Pakistan tensions
India has reaffirmed its commitment to Afghanistan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal spoke at a press briefing on Thursday. He stressed that India supports Afghanistan’s independent decision-making and territorial control. This statement comes amid rising tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have worsened in recent weeks due to […]
Khawaja Asif: Pakistan prepared to defend borders, even inside Afghanistan
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif warned that any violation of the country’s borders will receive a strong response. He said Pakistan is prepared to act even inside Afghanistan if required. Asif made the remarks amid ongoing tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border and recent clashes involving militant groups. He emphasized that Pakistan will protect its sovereignty […]
PM asks people to come out against biggest assault on Pakistan’s democracy, sovereignty
ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Imran Khan Wednesday said the people of Pakistan must come out, and defend against the latest and the biggest assault on Pakistan’s sovereignty and democracy by a foreign power. “It is the people who must come out & defend against this latest & biggest assault on Pakistan’s sovereignty & democracy by a […]
Gill says Zardari’s PPP is no more in Sindh, but now limited to Larkana
ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Political Communication Dr Shahbaz Gill on Thursday said that ‘morally’ and ‘financially corrupt’ Zardari-like politics revolved around personal interests. Reacting to the statement of Bilawal Bhutto, he said that the performance of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman also dubious like his election as party head. He said […]