Indian forces have launched one of their biggest crackdowns in recent years, detaining more than 3,000 people across India-administered Kashmir after the killing of a police officer in Anantnag.
Critics, including political leaders and human rights organisations, say the mass arrests, house raids and demolitions amount to collective punishment of civilians
Insha Malik was 14-years-old when shotgun pellets fired by Indian forces blinded her in Kashmir.
Years later, she is speaking out against a Bollywood film she says downplays the devastating impact of pellet guns.
I am honoured to announce that the historic ‘Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding’ has been electronically signed today between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Memorandum has been signed by honourable Presidents of both the countries and also endorsed by me as the mediator. The signing of this agreement at the highest level of the respective governments demonstrates the commitment of both sides to a diplomatic resolution of the conflict. Islamabad MoU shall enter into force with immediate effect and as a first step, Islamic Republic of Iran will instantly reopen the Strait of Hormuz and the United States of America will immediately lift the naval blockade.
I offer my heartfelt congratulations and sincere appreciation to the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump whose steadfast commitment to diplomacy and preference for peaceful resolution have once again helped end a conflict that could have led to devastating consequences for the region and beyond. I also commend the dedication and tireless efforts of the United States negotiating team, including J.D. Vance, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, for their invaluable contributions to this achievement.
I express my profound respect and appreciation to His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Islamic Republic of Iran and President Masoud Pezeshkian for their wisdom, foresight and statesmanship in embracing the cause of peace. I also wish to recognize the efforts of the Iranian negotiating team, including Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Abbas Araghchi and Eskandar Momeni, whose patience, perseverance and commitment to constructive engagement were instrumental in bringing this agreement to fruition.
I would especially like to acknowledge the sincere efforts and constructive engagement of the leadership of the State of Qatar in helping reach this point. I also highly commend the leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Türkiye and the Arab Republic of Egypt for their indispensable role and invaluable contributions in this regard.
I would also like to make special mention of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, whose tireless efforts, selfless dedication and instrumental role were critical in facilitating this breakthrough and advancing the cause of peace and regional stability.
May this Memorandum of Understanding serve as an enduring foundation for greater understanding, mutual respect and shared prosperity for the complete region.
@realDonaldTrump@JDVance@SecRubio@SteveWitkoff@SEPeaceMissions@drpezeshkian@mb_ghalibaf@araghchi
Following intensive talks, we are pleased to announce that the Peace Deal between the United States of America and Islamic Republic of Iran has been REACHED. Both sides have declared the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon.
The official signing ceremony will be on Friday, 19 June in Switzerland.
We would like to thank the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran for their commitment to finding a diplomatic solution to the conflict. We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our brothers in this mediation effort, the great leadership of State of Qatar, for their support in reaching this agreement. I would also especially thank the visionary leadership of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Republic of Türkiye for their immense contributions in this regard.
With the agreement now in place, mediators will facilitate a series of meetings this week. These pre-implementation discussions will lay the foundation for the technical talks and the official signing ceremony.
@realDonaldTrump@JDVance@SecRubio@SteveWitkoff@SEPeaceMissions@drpezeshkian@mb_ghalibaf@araghchi
BIG NEWS: A landmark moment for Pakistan football! 🇵🇰⚽
Pakistan has officially confirmed its participation in the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup and will travel to Indonesia from September 21 to October 6 after receiving an invitation from FIFA.
The tournament will see Pakistan take on India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, marking the nation's first-ever appearance in a FIFA-sanctioned tournament outside the qualification pathway.
Amid ongoing intense mediation efforts by Pakistan, we are fully aware of incessant misinformation campaign being waged by those who want to sabotage the peace deal. Setting aside the noise, we can confirm that a final, agreed upon text of the peace deal has been reached and Pakistan is now working closely with both sides to finalize the next steps. Peace has never been this close as it is now.
@realDonaldTrump@JDVance@SecRubio@SteveWitkoff@SEPeaceMissions@drpezeshkian@araghchi
The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding has never been closer. Pending its finalization, the media should refrain from entering speculation about its content.
In line with our responsible and transparent approach, all details will be shared with the public in due course.
Tensions are rising on the India-Bangladesh border as Dhaka accuses India of forcing thousands over. New Delhi says it’s deporting illegal migrants.
Al Jazeera’s @tanvirbengal reports.
میرے گھریلو ملازم کے گاؤں میں ٹرانسفارمر کل جل گیا۔ لیسکو کے ایک پرانے مہربان ceo کو فون کیا کے کسی کو فون کریں اور مہربانی فرمائیں ۔ ملازمین نے ٹرانسفارمر مرمت کردیا اور 80000روپے لیے اور مرمت کردیا۔ گاؤں والوں نے چندہ جمع کرکے لیسکو کے ملازمین کو ادا کردیا۔ رسید کسی نے نہیں دی۔ باقی آپ اندازہ لگا سکتے ھیں ۔ یہ حال ھے کہ ایک سابق بجلی کا وزیر سفارشی ھو اور موجودہ کابینہ کا رکن بھی ھو اسکی سفارش پہ بھی واردات سے گریز نہیں کیا جاتا۔ عام صارف کا کیا حال ھو گا۔ رقم کی باقاعدہ ادائیگی ھوئ ھے ۔ لیسکو رسید سے انکاری ھے
آج کل کے ٹیکنالوجی کے دور میں لیسکو کے مسائل - -
ھم بحثیت قوم قبائلی سوچ سے نکلنے اور "سسٹم" بنانے کے سخت خلاف ہیں
کبھی فوج کو گالیاں دیتے رہینگے اور کبھی سیاستدانوں و بیوروکریسی کو۔۔۔!
میرے گھریلو ملازم کے گاؤں میں ٹرانسفارمر کل جل گیا۔ لیسکو کے ایک پرانے مہربان ceo کو فون کیا کے کسی کو فون کریں اور مہربانی فرمائیں ۔ ملازمین نے ٹرانسفارمر مرمت کردیا اور 80000روپے لیے اور مرمت کردیا۔ گاؤں والوں نے چندہ جمع کرکے لیسکو کے ملازمین کو ادا کردیا۔ رسید کسی نے نہیں دی۔ باقی آپ اندازہ لگا سکتے ھیں ۔ یہ حال ھے کہ ایک سابق بجلی کا وزیر سفارشی ھو اور موجودہ کابینہ کا رکن بھی ھو اسکی سفارش پہ بھی واردات سے گریز نہیں کیا جاتا۔ عام صارف کا کیا حال ھو گا۔ رقم کی باقاعدہ ادائیگی ھوئ ھے ۔ لیسکو رسید سے انکاری ھے
@wasimakramlive اللّٰہ سبحان و تعالٰی اپنی پاک بارگاہ الٰہی کے اندر آپ کی اور تمام حجاج کرام کی حاضری قبول مقبول و منظور فرمائے آمین ثم آمین یارب العالمین
یہ پھول مجھے کوئی وراثت میں ملے ہیں
تم نے میرا کانٹوں بھرا بستر نہیں دیکھا
جیسے خوبصورت اشعار کے خالق بشیر بدر صاحب آج ہم میں نہیں رہے۔ اللہ تعالیٰ ان کی اگلی منزل آسان فرمائے۔ آمین۔