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The article focuses on Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani, who has ties to Al Qaeda terrorist group and the most-wanted militant by the U.S., and his portrayal of himself as a statesman since the U.S. withdrawal in Afghanistan in 2021 and Taliban's return to power. It offers a look into Haqqani's leadership of guerilla operations and insurgencies during the war against the soviets, as well as his works as a politician, as a diplomat, and as a negotiator with the U.S.

The article reports on the Taliban government's release of a manifesto which cites decrees that suppress Afghan women's rights. Topics discussed include the empowerment of vice and virtue police to detain people and destroy their property if they violate the vice and virtue laws, some of restrictions on women including no education beyond 6th grade, no access to public spaces and no leaving the home if not fully covered, and human rights groups' criticism of the vice and virtue regulations.

The article focuses on the volunteer defense force in Hasbayya, Lebanon, which patrols the town to protect it from both Israeli troops and Hezbollah fighters amid the escalating Israel-Hezbollah conflict.

The article reports on the widened campaign of the Israeli military against the Hezbollah militant group by launching airstrikes around Baalbek, Lebanon.

The article focuses on the Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan over the past three years, highlighting the country's worsening human rights situation and the complexities of international diplomacy as nations navigate relations with the Taliban amid ongoing concerns over terrorism.

The article presents the discussion on Pakistan's renewed struggle against polio, which had nearly been eradicated two years ago but has since re-emerged in new areas, including the capital Islamabad and Balochistan. Topics include the resurgence of polio in previously unaffected regions, the detection of the virus in major cities; and the launch of a large-scale vaccination campaign targeting 30 million children under five.

The article focuses on the arrest of at least ten lawmakers from former Prime Minister Imran Khan's political party during a police raid on the Parliament building in Islamabad, marking a significant escalation in Pakistan's ongoing political turmoil.

The article provides details of the Titan submersible before its doomed attempt to visit the sunken Titanic. Information is presented about the passengers including businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman, OceanGate chief executive Stockton Rush, French scientist Paul-Henri Nargeolet and planetary scientist Alan Stern. It shows criticisms of the vessel's design and the earlier expeditions of the Titan in North America.

The article reports on the street mime performers in Islamabad, Pakistan who are suspected to be government informants or spies of the country's intelligence agency. It discuses conspiracy theories about street mimes, intelligence services and surveillance. It states the public frustration with the military's role in politics and attributes the suspicious attitude of the public in Islamabad to political polarization.

The article presents the discussion on violent 24-hour period in Baluchistan Province, Pakistan, where separatist group Baluch Liberation Army launched coordinated attacks, resulting in at least 38 deaths. Topics include the insurgent group's new operation and attacks, suspected intelligence failures; and the broader impact of rising terrorism in Pakistan since the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan.

The article focuses on the widespread internet slowdown in Pakistan, which has severely impacted businesses and individuals, including a software designer who has lost significant income, amid suspicions that the government might be testing a new surveillance system.

The article presents the discussion on celebrations in Kabul marking the anniversary of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Topics include Taliban supporters parading through the city and expressing their commitment to jihad; and shift in Taliban roles since their return to power, the deep division in Afghan society over governance, and the lingering desire among some Taliban fighters for continued jihad.

The article reports on the arrest of retired Lieutenant General Faiz Hameed, former head of the Inter-Services Intelligence agency of Pakistan, by the Pakistani military and the court-martial proceedings he faces on charges of corruption and political meddling.

The article focuses on the escalating public unrest in Pakistan due to soaring electricity prices, rising militant violence, and a general dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the economy and political affairs.

The article discusses Afghanistan's Taliban officials' participation in a United Nations (UN)-led conference in Qatar, marking their first engagement in such talks, amidst controversy over the exclusion of Afghan women from discussions. Topics include international efforts to engage with Afghanistan under Taliban rule, criticism over human rights concerns, and debates within the international community on how to approach the Taliban regime diplomatically.

The article reports on the dominant victory of the candidates from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the party of jailed Prime Minister Imran Khan, in the 2024 parliamentary elections, which is seen as a strong rebuke by voters of the country's powerful generals who ousted Khan in 2022. Also cited are the seats won by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN), which is led by former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

The article discusses that he Taliban have carried out a sweeping military campaign and gained control of much of the country's rural areas; and mentions that the insurgents have overrun nine provincial capitals across the country.

The article focuses on the fatal shooting of three Spanish tourists and one Afghan in central Afghanistan, the first fatal attack on tourists in the country since the Taliban seized power in 2021, highlighting the ongoing security challenges despite Taliban efforts to attract foreign tourists.

The article focuses on the devastating floods in Afghanistan, which have killed over 300 people, destroyed thousands of homes, and displaced thousands more in Baghlan province, with the death toll likely to rise as rescue efforts continue.

The article focuses on the devastating impact of heavy rains in Pakistan and Afghanistan, resulting in over 130 casualties and widespread destruction, with climate change being cited as a potential factor, as authorities brace for more flooding and rainfall.

The article reports on a terrorist attack in Pakistan that killed five Chinese workers, part of a series of attacks threatening China-Pakistan economic ties and highlighting security challenges amid rising militant violence.

The article focuses on the Islamic State's affiliate in Afghanistan, the Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K), which has grown bolder in its attacks, extending beyond Afghanistan's borders and targeting various embassies.

The article reports a suicide bombing in Kandahar, Afghanistan, targeting a bank, killing at least 20 people, including Taliban members, highlighting ongoing security threats post-U.S. withdrawal.

The article focuses on Pakistan's launch of two airstrikes into Afghanistan, resulting in at least eight deaths, amid escalating tensions between the two countries, with Afghan officials condemning the strikes as a violation of Afghan territory and Pakistani officials.

The article focuses on Pakistan's newly elected Parliament approving Shehbaz Sharif as prime minister for his second term, marking the culmination of weeks of upheaval and raising concerns about economic and political challenges that may lead to prolonged turmoil.

The article discusses the increasing support for militant group Hamas in the Israeli-occupied West Bank region in the midst of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Topics explored include the release of prisoners during the temporary cease-fire in the Gaza, the reputation of the Palestinian National Authority in the region compared to the Hamas, and the way the U.S. and other countries consider Hamas as a terrorist organization.

The article reports on the two dozen hostages freed by the militant group Hamas in Gaza, while Israel released 40 imprisoned Palestinians to complete the first prisoner exchange deal during a ceasefire after weeks of war. It considers the ceasefire as an opportunity for Israel and Hamas to better their positions for future battles. It informs about the humanitarian aid provided by the United Nations (UN) to residents in Gaza that included food, medicine, clean water and fuel.

The article reports on the deadly and terrorist attacks and extremist violence staged by militants across Pakistan. It informs about the tensions between the Pakistani government and Taliban officials in Afghanistan, the wave of violence facing Pakistan from the Islamic State Korasan, as well as the extortion schemes and threats on businessmen and local leaders and deployment of informants in the neighborhood and market to identify wealthy targets to extort.

The article offers information on the challenges faced by the transit workers due to the Covid-19 pandemic in the U.S. along with impacts of pandemic on the U.S. Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

The article focuses on the significant challenges to the once-all-powerful military in Pakistan as public discontent and protests against its interference in politics and alleged election rigging are on the rise, leading to a major institutional crisis.

The article focuses on a senior Pakistani official, Liaquat Ali Chatha, confessing to manipulating election results in Punjab Province, raising concerns about the credibility of Pakistan's recent elections and intensifying the ongoing political turmoil in the country.

The article focuses on the agreement between Pakistan's two main political dynasties, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), to form a coalition government, preventing candidates aligned with former Prime Minister Imran Khan from taking power.

The article offers information on the recent political developments in Pakistan, focusing on the rise of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party in the recent election.

The article focuses on the surprising outcome of Pakistan's national election, where former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's party, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (P.M.L.N.), was lagging behind Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (P.T.I.).

The article delves into Pakistan's elections, emphasizing military influence concerns, framing it as a "selection," with former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's party expected to win despite challenges to military authority and discontent among the public.

The article focuses on the growing frustration and shift in sentiment among residents in Pakistan's most populous province, Punjab, blaming the country's military for the economic downturn, inflation, and political unrest, leading to increased polarization and eroding the military's legitimacy.

The article focuses on two separate explosions outside election offices in an insurgency-hit area of Pakistan, killing at least 22 people and injuring several others, highlighting the security challenges as the country approaches national elections.

The article focuses on the significance of Pakistan's Grand Trunk Road in the country's political landscape, highlighting its role as a venue for rallies and protests ahead of national elections. Topics discussed include widespread disillusionment with the political system due to economic crises, military crackdowns on political parties, and the political awakening of the young electorate through social media content.

The article reports on how the Pakistani military is meddling in the general election as reflected in its crackdown of the political party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) which led PTI leader Aamir Mugal to hide in a safe house.

The article focuses on the 10-year prison term handed to former Prime Minister Imran Khan of Pakistan, seen as part of a campaign by the military to sideline a leading critic, the contentious election cycle, military intervention in politics, and widespread crackdown on Khan and his supporters.