Link to my Article: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-says-it-supports-pakistans-right-defend-itself-against-afghan-taliban-2026-02-27/ On February 27, 2026, the United States publicly declared its support for Pakistan’s “right to defend itself” against attacks from Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers after Pakistan said the two neighbouring states were in “open war.” The U.S. State Department described the Afghan Taliban as a “Specially Designated Global Terrorist group,” highlighting Washington’s view of the militants… Read more »
Link to my Article: https://www.reuters.com/world/india/indian-court-throws-out-alleged-corruption-case-against-opposition-leader-2026-02-27/ An Indian court on February 27, 2026, dismissed a high-profile corruption case against opposition leader and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The allegations stemmed from an alleged 2022 liquor licensing policy irregularity that was investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), leading to Kejriwal’s arrest in March 2024 and his release on bail… Read more »
Link to my Article: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/pakistan-afghan-taliban-forces-clash-diplomatic-efforts-intensify-2026-02-28/ Fighting between Pakistani forces and Afghanistan’s Taliban military entered a third consecutive day on February 28, 2026, after Pakistan launched some of its deepest strikes inside Afghan territory in years, hitting Taliban military installations and posts in cities including Kabul and Kandahar. Islamabad says it is responding to cross-border attacks by militants of the Tehreek-e-Taliban… Read more »
Link to article- https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-iran-talks-geneva-trump-military-threat/ Indirect nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran resumed in Geneva under the shadow of President Trump’s threat of military action if no agreement is reached. The negotiations, mediated by Oman, follow heightened tensions, including U.S. participation in Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities in June 2025. Iran described the latest discussions as “serious” and “more… Read more »
Link to article-https://www.cnn.com/2026/02/16/politics/us-iran-military-buildup-pressure The United States is expanding its military presence in the Middle East as nuclear negotiations with Iran continue in Geneva, signaling both pressure and preparation for possible strikes if diplomacy fails. The Pentagon has deployed the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group to the region and is sending the USS Gerald R. Ford, alongside repositioning fighter jets,… Read more »
Link to article-https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgrzwn4yg7jo Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Bangladesh’s prime minister on 17 February after his centre-right Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secured a landslide election victory. The 60-year-old leader heads the influential Zia political dynasty: his father, Ziaur Rahman, founded the BNP and ruled as president until his assassination in 1981, while his mother, Khaleda Zia, served twice as… Read more »
Link to the article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/17/motorcycle-bomb-at-pakistan-police-station-kills-two-wounds-several-report The article reports multiple deadly attacks in northwest Pakistan, including bomb blasts and a gun battle that killed more than a dozen people. In Bajaur district, an explosives-filled vehicle detonated near a security checkpoint, killing 11 security personnel and a child, while injuring several others. Earlier, two people were killed in Bannu when explosives attached… Read more »
Link to the article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/16/india-hosts-ai-impact-summit-drawing-world-leaders-tech-giants The article discusses India hosting the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, bringing together world leaders, technology executives, and policymakers to discuss global artificial intelligence governance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the event, emphasizing India’s growing role in science and technology. Leaders such as French President Emmanuel Macron and Brazilian President Lula, along with executives… Read more »
Link to the article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/2/16/irans-araghchi-arrives-in-geneva-for-second-round-of-nuclear-talks-with-us The article discusses renewed nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States in Geneva aimed at reducing tensions and preventing military conflict. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed hope for a fair agreement but rejected submitting to threats. The talks follow months of heightened tensions, including US military buildup in the region and previous strikes… Read more »
