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On September 17, 2025, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan formalized a Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement during Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's visit to Riyadh. The pact commits both nations to consider any aggression against one as aggression against both, institutionalizing decades of cooperation amid rising regional tensions following Israel's recent strike on Qatar.
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Recent high-level meetings signal improved US-Pakistan relations, driven by shifts in regional alliances and US focus on energy development. Meanwhile, US-India relations face strain over Russia oil purchases and diplomatic disagreements, highlighting a complex geopolitical landscape as global powers recalibrate their alliances.
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US and India held high-level trade discussions in Washington, focusing on tariffs and Russian oil. While both sides aim for a deal by September's end, disagreements over Moscow's oil purchases and tariffs remain. The talks are part of broader strategic ties amid geopolitical tensions, with potential impacts on US-India relations and global energy markets.
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After days of border clashes, Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a ceasefire in Doha, but recent airstrikes by Pakistan in Afghan territory have broken the truce. The violence, linked to militant groups and regional tensions, has resulted in civilian casualties and heightened fears of renewed conflict.
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Senator Rubio emphasizes US efforts to strengthen relations with Pakistan without harming India, amid regional tensions. The US seeks to expand strategic partnerships, including defense and energy deals, as regional dynamics shift following US withdrawal from Afghanistan and evolving Indo-Pak relations.
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On Tuesday, a suicide bomber detonated explosives outside Islamabad's District Judicial Complex, killing at least 12 and injuring over 30. The attack, claimed by a Pakistani Taliban faction, marks the first major assault on civilians in Islamabad in over a decade. Pakistani officials accuse Afghan-based militants and India-backed proxies, escalating tensions with Afghanistan amid ongoing border clashes and failed peace talks.
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Pakistani authorities detained two men suspected of links to the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in connection with a suicide bombing at Islamabad's district court. The attack killed at least 12 and injured over 30. The suspects reportedly received orders via Telegram from a TTP commander based in Afghanistan. The incident highlights ongoing militant threats despite security efforts.
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Pakistan has passed sweeping constitutional amendments that significantly expand military powers, including lifetime immunity for top military leaders and the creation of a new Chief of Defence Forces role. The reforms also establish a Federal Constitutional Court, replacing the Supreme Court for constitutional cases, amid opposition protests and concerns over democratic erosion.