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Israel-Iran Conflict: Pakistan Closes Borders, Faces Security and Economic Challenges

Pakistan closed several border crossings with Iran due to the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, impacting trade and travel; hundreds of Pakistanis returned home, and Pakistan's army chief met with the US president amidst growing regional concerns.

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Convicted Groomer Escapes Bail

Kasir Bashir, a member of a seven-man grooming gang convicted of exploiting two girls aged 13-18 between 2001 and 2006, is on the run after absconding while on bail; the gang, mostly Pakistani stallholders from Rochdale's indoor market, subjected the victims to years of sexual abuse, with three othe...

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Pakistan Budget 2024: Promises vs. Reality

Pakistan's 2024 budget, presented by the finance minister, includes promises of increased taxation, reduced burdens on salaried classes, record allocations for education and health, and subsidies on essential goods, but faces criticism for its failure to address persistent poverty and its reliance o...

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Pakistani TikToker Murder Highlights Online Violence Against Women

17-year-old Pakistani TikToker Sana Yousaf was murdered after refusing advances from a man, sparking outrage and highlighting the lack of online safety for women in Pakistan; police arrested a suspect.

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India's Salt Ban: Supply Crisis After Pakistan Trade Halt

India's ban on Pakistani goods, including Himalayan pink salt, following the Pahalgam attack in April, has disrupted decades-long import businesses, resulting in price hikes and potential supply chain disruptions.

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44 Pakistani Migrants Die in Deadly Atlantic Crossing

In January 2025, 44 Pakistani migrants died during a perilous journey from Mauritania to the Canary Islands, highlighting the increasingly sophisticated and deadly smuggling routes bypassing stricter Mediterranean and North African border controls, costing each migrant \$17,000.

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India Denies US Mediation in Pakistan Ceasefire

Following a phone call between Prime Minister Modi and President Trump, Indian diplomat Vikram Misri clarified that the May 10 ceasefire between India and Pakistan was achieved through direct military talks, contradicting Trump's claims of US mediation. This has caused diplomatic friction and public...

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Pakistan Raises Defense Spending by 20% After India Conflict

Pakistan increased its defense budget by over 20 percent to $9 billion following a military confrontation with India in May 2024, raising concerns about its fragile economy and IMF loan conditions.

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Murder of Pakistani TikToker Highlights Online Violence Against Women

17-year-old Pakistani TikToker Sana Yousaf was murdered by a man after refusing his advances; graphic images of her body went viral, sparking outrage and highlighting the lack of online safety for women in Pakistan.

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Pakistan Budget 2025: Income Tax Cuts for Salaried Individuals

The 2025 Pakistani budget introduces reduced income tax rates for salaried individuals, with six income slabs ranging from complete exemption for those earning up to 600,000 rupees annually to significant percentage decreases for higher earners, aiming to provide relief to the salaried class.

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Polo-Playing Drug Lord Sentenced to 16 Years

Muhammed Asif Hafeez, a 66-year-old Pakistani businessman and polo club ambassador, was sentenced to 16 years in prison in New York for conspiring to import millions of doses of heroin and other drugs into the US, after a joint operation between British and American authorities exposed his vast drug...

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Eid al-Adha in Pakistan: A Tale of Two Celebrations

In Pakistan, the Eid al-Adha celebrations feature a stark contrast between the wealthy showcasing expensive sacrificial animals and the poor facing inflated prices for meat, highlighting social inequalities and a shift from religious devotion to consumerism.

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