Tajikistan and Russia are negotiating joint patrolling of the border with Afghanistan after attacks that killed five Chinese citizens. Russia may use helicopters to patrol the 1,344-kilometer border.
At least six people have been killed in an attack by three suicide bombers on the Federal Police headquarters in Peshawar, Pakistan. One militant blew himself up at the gate, while two others were neutralized by security forces.
In Pakistan, 27 people were injured in a suicide bombing near a police vehicle. The group "Jamaat-ul-Ahrar" claimed responsibility for the attack, although the Pakistani "Taliban" denied its involvement.
A suicide bomber detonated explosives near a district court in Islamabad, killing 12 people and injuring 27. The attacker tried to enter the court but fired at a police car.
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to observe a ceasefire after peace talks in Istanbul. The parties plan to meet again on November 6 to agree on a monitoring and verification mechanism.
Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire during talks in Doha, mediated by Qatar and Ankara. The parties plan to hold another meeting to ensure sustained adherence to the ceasefire.
Fierce fighting between Taliban forces and the Pakistani army began along the entire Durand Line on the Afghan-Pakistani border. The Taliban claimed responsibility for deadly attacks that killed 20 security personnel and three civilians.
The presidents of the United States and Russia did not reach a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine after nearly three hours of talks in Alaska. Donald Trump spoke of "great progress" but without specific details, while Vladimir Putin joked about the next meeting in Moscow.
Pakistan's government has nominated Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for his "crucial leadership" in de-escalating the conflict between India and Pakistan. However, India denies US mediation, claiming the ceasefire was achieved through direct talks.
17-year-old TikTok star Sanu Youssef was shot dead in Islamabad. A 22-year-old man who repeatedly tried to contact her was arrested within 20 hours.
India has suspended flights to 32 airports due to escalation with Pakistan. Restrictions affected the states of Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, as well as Gujarat.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister has said that Islamabad will reciprocate if India stops escalatory actions. This comes after a new round of military operations between the countries.
The Prime Minister of Pakistan convened a meeting of the National Command Authority after the start of a military operation against India. Tensions between the two nuclear powers have risen sharply.
India has suspended operations at 32 airports until May 15 due to the aggravation with Pakistan, closing the airspace for Pakistani aircraft until May 23. Pakistan has completely closed its airspace.
India's foreign minister has said that Pakistan is a haven for terrorists. India launched missile strikes to stop planned terrorist attacks.
India Responds to Shelling from Pakistan, Intensifying Search for Militants After Terrorist Attack. Both Countries Terminate Agreements Amid Escalating Tensions.
Thomas B. , a 54-year-old BND worker, was found dead in his apartment in Islamabad after two days of absence. Traces of blood were found on the body, although the official cause of death has not yet been determined.
At a garment factory in Karachi, a security guard wounded two Chinese citizens, one of them in serious condition. The incident follows a series of attacks on Chinese citizens in Pakistan, which has caused concern in Beijing.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was sentenced to 10 years in prison for disclosing state secrets. This happened a few days before the election.
