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US Vice President JD Vance has said Russia has made “significant concessions” in ongoing discussions over a possible peace settlement in Ukraine, though he cautioned that the conflict remains far from resolution. Speaking on NBC’s Meet the Press, Vance said Russian President Vladimir Putin has for the first time acknowledged Ukraine’s need for security guarantees to prevent future aggression. “I think the Russians have made significant concessions to President Trump for the first time in three and a half years of this conflict,” he said. According to Vance, Moscow has backed away from its early demand to install a pro-Russian government…

China’s plan to build the world’s largest hydropower dam in Tibet has triggered alarm in India, where officials fear the project could slash water flows by up to 85% during the dry season, threatening millions downstream. The Yarlung Zangbo river, which originates in Tibet’s Angsi Glacier and flows into India as the Siang and Brahmaputra, sustains more than 100 million people across China, India and Bangladesh. Beijing announced in December that construction had begun on a $170 billion mega-dam in a border county before the river enters India. Delhi’s internal analysis, seen by Reuters, warns that China could divert up…

France has summoned the US ambassador Charles Kushner after he accused the French government of failing to combat anti-Semitism and of fueling extremism through its stance on Israel and Palestine. The French Foreign Ministry called his allegations “unacceptable” and warned that they crossed diplomatic boundaries. Kushner’s claims spark diplomatic backlash In an open letter published in The Wall Street Journal, Kushner accused Paris of emboldening extremists by criticizing Israel and moving toward recognizing a Palestinian state. “Anti-Zionism is anti-Semitism – plain and simple,” he wrote, adding that France’s policies endangered Jewish life in the country. The comments quickly drew anger from…

Section 144 has been enforced for one day in the Birmal tehsil of South Waziristan Lower due to security concerns and the movement of forces in the area. According to a notification issued by the Home Department, the restriction will be in effect from 6 am to 7 pm on Monday. All forms of movement will be prohibited during this period. All markets, including Raghzai Bazaar, will remain closed. Travel has also been banned on the Angoor Adda, Zam China, Khamrang, Raghzai and Sholam to Wana routes. Travel will only be allowed in emergency situations, and that too with prior…

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)’s political committee has announced its candidates for two constituencies in Punjab ahead of the upcoming by-elections. According to a statement released following a meeting of the committee, Ain Ahmad will contest from NA-66 (Wazirabad), while Munazza Fatima will represent the party in PP-87 (Mianwali). Both candidates are being supported by the PTI. The party is expected to finalise candidates for the remaining seats shortly. A decision on the by-elections will also be presented to the party’s founder in the coming days. The committee condemned the arrest of Aleema Khan’s sons during the meeting. According to the…

Israeli strikes hit the Yemeni capital Sanaa on Sunday in retaliation for Houthi missiles fired towards Israel, with Houthi media saying the attack killed at least two people and injured five. The strikes are the latest in over a year of direct attacks and counterstrikes between Israel and Houthi militants in Yemen, part of a spillover from the war in Gaza. “The strikes were conducted in response to repeated attacks by the Houthi terrorist regime against the State of Israel and its civilians, including the launching of surface-to-surface missiles and UAVs toward Israeli territory in recent days,” the military said…

Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh and Cameron Green smashed blistering hundreds as Australia steamrollered South Africa by 276 runs in the final one-day international in Mackay on Sunday. South Africa had already clinched the series, which they won 2-1 after Australia claimed the T20 series between the sides, and the 50-overs world champions were left playing for pride in the last match. A 250-run opening partnership between player-of-the-match Head (142) and Marsh (100), and an incendiary hundred by Green powered Australia to a mammoth 431-2. The hosts hit 18 sixes as they posted their second-highest total in ODIs – behind their…

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi termed the Pakistan Army as a pillar of national stability and a firm guardian of China–Pakistan friendship and cooperation. The statement followed a high-level meeting between Wang Yi and Field Marshal Asim Munir, according to a statement from China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Wang Yi expressed confidence in the Pakistan Army’s consistent support for the leadership consensus shared by both countries. He said that in times of uncertainty, strengthening China–Pakistan relations serves the cause of regional peace and stability. He added that China has always placed Pakistan as a diplomatic priority in its neighbourhood policy.…

Pakistani actress Asma Abbas’s WhatsApp account has been hacked. The matter came to light on Sunday when her sister, veteran actress Bushra Ansari, shared a screenshot on Instagram. The image showed that an individual had used Asma Abbas’s name to request a loan of one million rupees from a man named Ibrahim. In her post, Bushra Ansari warned followers against trusting such messages. Separately, Asma Abbas released a video on Instagram, informing the public that messages had been sent from her number to request money. Asma Abbas revealed that the breach occurred after she received a phone call regarding the…

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a meeting with Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, where the two sides discussed regional security, counterterrorism, and matters of mutual interest. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the strategic partnership and enhancing coordination at regional and international forums. The Chinese foreign minister assured Beijing’s continued support for Pakistan’s sovereignty and development. Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed gratitude to China for its consistent support. The ISPR added that both sides also reiterated their shared resolve to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.