New regional axis? Bangladesh FM says can join bloc excluding India; backs Pakistan’s proposal December 11, 2025 at 01:54AM

Bangladesh's foreign affairs adviser stated it's strategically possible for Dhaka to join a regional grouping with Pakistan, excluding India, following Islamabad's signals for a trilateral initiative with China. He also noted progress on lifting US sanctions on RAB and dismissed the likelihood of further sanctions on Bangladeshi leaders.

US–Pak arms deal: Trump admin clears sale of advanced tech for F-16 jets to Sharif govt December 10, 2025 at 09:01PM

The US has greenlit a significant $686 million arms deal for Pakistan, including advanced technology and support for F-16 fighter. This move aims to enhance Pakistan's counterterrorism capabilities and interoperability with US forces. The approval follows a recent $93 million US arms sale to India, featuring Javelin missiles and Excalibur rounds, bolstering its defense against regional threats.

Pakistan ex-ISI chief jailed: Faiz Hameed convicted after court martial; handed 14 years in prison December 10, 2025 at 11:31PM

Former ISI director general Lt Gen (retd) Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to 14 years in prison by a Pakistani military court. The court-martial found him guilty of political interference, misuse of authority, and violating the official secrets act. This rare conviction of a high-ranking former military official signals the military leadership's stance against political involvement by officers.