Female Genital Mutilation Remains Widespread Among Pakistan's Dawoodi Bohra Community
In Pakistan, 75–85% of Dawoodi Bohra women experience female genital mutilation (FGM), a clandestine practice inflicting lasting physical and psychological trauma, despite lacking legal prohibition and facing resistance from community leaders.
Female Genital Mutilation Remains Widespread Among Pakistan's Dawoodi Bohra Community
In Pakistan, 75–85% of Dawoodi Bohra women experience female genital mutilation (FGM), a clandestine practice inflicting lasting physical and psychological trauma, despite lacking legal prohibition and facing resistance from community leaders.
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Pakistan-Bangladesh Rapprochement Raises Security Concerns for India
Following a student-led movement that ousted Sheikh Hasina's government, Bangladesh's new interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, has pursued closer ties with Pakistan, including establishing direct sea links and joint military exercises. This has caused concern in India due to security implications in its ...
Pakistan-Bangladesh Rapprochement Raises Security Concerns for India
Following a student-led movement that ousted Sheikh Hasina's government, Bangladesh's new interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, has pursued closer ties with Pakistan, including establishing direct sea links and joint military exercises. This has caused concern in India due to security implications in its ...
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Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes escalate, resulting in civilian casualties
Cross-border fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan claimed the lives of at least one Pakistani security personnel and dozens of Afghan civilians after Pakistan launched airstrikes in Paktia province targeting TTP hideouts following a December 21 attack that killed 16 Pakistani soldiers; the Afgh...
Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes escalate, resulting in civilian casualties
Cross-border fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan claimed the lives of at least one Pakistani security personnel and dozens of Afghan civilians after Pakistan launched airstrikes in Paktia province targeting TTP hideouts following a December 21 attack that killed 16 Pakistani soldiers; the Afgh...
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32% Bias Score
60 Civilians Jailed in Pakistan for Pro-Khan Unrest
A Pakistani military court sentenced 60 civilians to 2-10 years in prison for participating in May 9, 2023, pro-Imran Khan protests, including Khan's nephew, sparking international criticism over the lack of transparency in military tribunals.
60 Civilians Jailed in Pakistan for Pro-Khan Unrest
A Pakistani military court sentenced 60 civilians to 2-10 years in prison for participating in May 9, 2023, pro-Imran Khan protests, including Khan's nephew, sparking international criticism over the lack of transparency in military tribunals.
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44% Bias Score
Pakistani Airstrikes Kill 46 in Afghanistan; Taliban Vow Retaliation
Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan's Paktika province on December 24, 2023, killed 46 Afghan civilians, prompting the Taliban government to vow retaliation, citing a violation of their sovereignty and escalating tensions between the two countries.
Pakistani Airstrikes Kill 46 in Afghanistan; Taliban Vow Retaliation
Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan's Paktika province on December 24, 2023, killed 46 Afghan civilians, prompting the Taliban government to vow retaliation, citing a violation of their sovereignty and escalating tensions between the two countries.
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U.S., U.K. Condemn Pakistan's Military Court Convictions of Civilians
On Monday, the U.S. and U.K. condemned Pakistan's military courts' sentencing of 25 civilians to 2-10 years for involvement in May 9, 2023 riots following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, citing concerns about due process and judicial independence.
U.S., U.K. Condemn Pakistan's Military Court Convictions of Civilians
On Monday, the U.S. and U.K. condemned Pakistan's military courts' sentencing of 25 civilians to 2-10 years for involvement in May 9, 2023 riots following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, citing concerns about due process and judicial independence.
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40% Bias Score
Pakistan: A Year of Violence, Economic Uncertainty, and Censorship
In 2024, Pakistan faced its deadliest year in a decade due to 444 terror attacks killing 685 security personnel and nearly 1,000 civilians; despite securing a $7 billion IMF bailout and curbing inflation, over 700,000 people emigrated legally amid political instability following the 2022 ouster of I...
Pakistan: A Year of Violence, Economic Uncertainty, and Censorship
In 2024, Pakistan faced its deadliest year in a decade due to 444 terror attacks killing 685 security personnel and nearly 1,000 civilians; despite securing a $7 billion IMF bailout and curbing inflation, over 700,000 people emigrated legally amid political instability following the 2022 ouster of I...
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Pakistan Eliminates Trachoma, Joining 20 Other Countries
Pakistan eradicated trachoma, a disease causing blindness, in 2024, becoming the 21st country to achieve this milestone through a campaign involving mass antibiotic treatments, surgeries, and improved sanitation.
Pakistan Eliminates Trachoma, Joining 20 Other Countries
Pakistan eradicated trachoma, a disease causing blindness, in 2024, becoming the 21st country to achieve this milestone through a campaign involving mass antibiotic treatments, surgeries, and improved sanitation.
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Afghanistan Launches Retaliatory Attacks on Pakistan After Airstrikes
In retaliation for Pakistani airstrikes that killed civilians, the Afghan Taliban launched attacks on "several points" beyond the Durand Line, a disputed border with Pakistan, escalating tensions between the two nations.
Afghanistan Launches Retaliatory Attacks on Pakistan After Airstrikes
In retaliation for Pakistani airstrikes that killed civilians, the Afghan Taliban launched attacks on "several points" beyond the Durand Line, a disputed border with Pakistan, escalating tensions between the two nations.
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Pakistan Airstrikes in Afghanistan Further Strain Relations
Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) hideouts on Tuesday night, killing civilians according to Afghanistan, further straining already tense relations between the two countries after a recent TTP attack in Pakistan that left 16 soldiers dead.
Pakistan Airstrikes in Afghanistan Further Strain Relations
Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) hideouts on Tuesday night, killing civilians according to Afghanistan, further straining already tense relations between the two countries after a recent TTP attack in Pakistan that left 16 soldiers dead.
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Pakistani Airstrikes Kill 46 in Afghanistan, Raising Tensions
Pakistani airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan killed 46 civilians, mostly women and children, prompting condemnation and a retaliation promise from the Taliban government, while Pakistan claims the operation targeted insurgents; rising tensions between the two countries.
Pakistani Airstrikes Kill 46 in Afghanistan, Raising Tensions
Pakistani airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan killed 46 civilians, mostly women and children, prompting condemnation and a retaliation promise from the Taliban government, while Pakistan claims the operation targeted insurgents; rising tensions between the two countries.
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32% Bias Score
25 Convicted in Pakistan Military Court for Post-Khan Arrest Protests
A Pakistani military court sentenced 25 people to 2-10 years in prison for participating in violent protests that followed the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in May 2023, sparking criticism from human rights groups and Khan's party.
25 Convicted in Pakistan Military Court for Post-Khan Arrest Protests
A Pakistani military court sentenced 25 people to 2-10 years in prison for participating in violent protests that followed the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in May 2023, sparking criticism from human rights groups and Khan's party.
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40% Bias Score