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Afghan women’s rights activists are facing deportation from Pakistan, along with hundreds of thousands of Afghans living there. The activists risk imprisonment or death if they return to life under the Taliban in Afghanistan. Afghans have sought refuge in Pakistan for years, but the government says they cannot remain there indefinitely. As international resettlement programs shut down and Pakistan accelerates removals, where can Afghans go? In this episode: Liliana Harrington, Senior Campaigner for Avaaz Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili and Chloe K. Li, with Melanie Marich, Remas Alhawari, Kisaa Zehra, Phillip Lanos, Spencer Cline, and our guest host Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Noor Wazwaz. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Instagram, X, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

Pakistan under fire for its mass deportation plans. Islamabad says about three million Afghan refugees and migrants must leave the country this year. It's cited security concerns but are they founded? And what future awaits those deportees in Afghanistan? In this episode: Waleed Karyab, Human Rights Activist. Horia Mosadiq, Executive Director, Conflict Analysis Network. Imtiaz Gul, Executive Director, Center for Research and Security Studies. Host: James Bays Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

The year 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of China's Digital Silk Road, which has become an increasingly crucial component of Xi Jinping's flagship foreign policy project: the Belt and Road Initiative. Over the past decade, China has massively expanded its digital infrastructure investment across the globe. Accompanying the investment has been the diffusion of China's digital governance norms and standards in recipient states. Countries in the Indo-Pacific have been at the forefront of this stretching Chinese digital influence landscape. The conflation between digital development cooperation and digital governance norms adoption has far-reaching implications that need to be better understood and addressed. To discuss the issue, Michael Caster joins host Bonnie Glaser. Caster is the Head of Global China Programmeat ARTICLE 19, an NGO that advances freedom of opinion and expression. His organization has published two reports examining China's Digital Silk Road. Timestamps[00:00] Start[01:30] Understanding China's Digital Silk Road [05:57] China's Digital Governance Norms[10:16] China's Digital Footprints Abroad[16:07] Attractiveness of Chinese Digital Solutions[18:56] Role of High-Tech Companies in Digital Governance[21:44] Assessing the Effectiveness of China's Digital Governance[23:14] State-Driven Surveillance and Censorship[27:39] China's BeiDou Navigation System [31:09] How should governments respond to these normative shifts? 

Azaz Syed comes back on The Pakistan Experience to discuss the Opposition Conference, Mahrang Baloch, Imran Khan, PTI, Protests, Youtube, Journalism, Media Accountability, PECA and Anti-Establishment Sentiment in Pakistan.Azaz Syed is an Islamabad based Pakistani journalist and author of , "The Secrets of Pakistan's War on Al.Qaeda,". He is an award winning reporter and the host of the popular Youtube show 'Talk Shock'The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Introduction1:00 Opposition Conference3:10 Mahrang Baloch,Imran Khan and Manzoor Pashteen7:30 Kya PTI mai sab assets hain?9:28 Protests all over Pakistan11:34 Nawaz Sharif and Narendra Modi18:00 Rajiv Gandhi and Media being the Establishment mouthpiece23:00 Interview with Chairman Nadra25:30 How Azaz Syed finds out information32:30 Media Accountability39:30 System chalta hua nahee nazar araha48:30 Anti Establishment voting in Pakistan51:00 Audience Questions

Nuclear weapons have changed the nature of modern warfare and exerted a profound impact on international politics. The Cold War logic of nuclear deterrence maintains that nuclear-armed states will not attack one another because of fear of massive retaliation, or mutually assured destruction. By this logic, nuclear weapons promote stability and can prevent war.At the same time, however, nuclear weapons created a new dilemma. That is: “How can a state achieve its political objectives through military force without triggering a catastrophic nuclear exchange?”This is a dilemma faced by all countries, especially nuclear powers. States have responded differently to this dilemma. What is China's answer to this strategic dilemma? What has Beijing been doing to gain strategic leverage? How should we evaluate the success of China's approach so far?These issues are the subject of a new book titled Under the Nuclear Shadow: China's Information Age Weapons in International Security. The author, Fiona Cunningham, joins host Bonnie Glaser for this episode. Fiona is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Pennsylvania. She is also a Faculty Fellow at Perry World House and affiliated with the Center for the Study of Contemporary China and the Christopher H. Browne Center for International Politics at the University of Pennsylvania. Timestamps[00:00] Start[01:59] How do countries cope with the limited war dilemma?[04:00] China's Approach of Strategic Substitution[07:24] Adoption of this Third Approach[11:23] Utilizing Information-Age Weapons[15:49] From Brinksmanship to Calibrated Escalation[21:21] Understanding China's No First Use Posture[26:27] Following China's Model [30:42] An American Response

Uzair talks to Arifa Noor about the mood in Islamabad after the Jaffer Express terror attack in Balochistan. We discussed the failures of Pakistan's Balochistan policy, why political elites have continued to cede space to the military on key topics, and the decline in parliament's standing over the years. Arifa Noor is a journalist at Dawn and host of the TV show Newswise. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:50 Jaffer Express fallout 13:10 PPP pushes back against canal projects 23:10 PTI and an opposition alliance 31:30 Media blackouts and conspiracy theories

In today's episode we discuss the Opposition conference in Islamabad, Maulana Abdul Aziz threatening the state, the blast in Dar-ul-uloom Haqqaniya, Protests in Sindh, Full page ads by Maryam Nawaz, Donald Trump vs Zelensky, Russia's strategy for Ukraine and Pakistan's performance in the Champions Trophy.Uzair Younus and Shehzad Ghias do the round up of this week's news in our new show 'This Week in Pakistan. Chapters:0:00 Islamabad kee hawayain3:15 Opposition Conference8:30 Global Threats10:30 Maulana Abdul Aziz threatens the State14:00 Blast on Dar-ul-uloom Haqqaniya18:00 Protests in Sindh22:32 COAS Lectures Students25:00 Full page ads by Maryam Nawaz28:30 Trump vs Zelensky42:00 Pakistan's performance in the Champions Trophy43:50 Babar Azam debateThe Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

À l'occasion de la Journée internationale des droits des femmes, ce samedi 8 mars 2025, coup de projecteur sur le Pakistan. Selon un récent rapport d'une ONG locale, le taux national de condamnation pour viols et crimes d'honneur n'est que de 0,5%. Un chiffre choquant qui révèle les profondes lacunes du système judiciaire pakistanais lorsqu'il s'agit de rendre justice aux femmes victimes de violences. Les violences domestiques sont peu recensées, mais chaque semaine les médias locaux relaient de nombreuses affaires de viols, de crimes d'honneur, de violences domestiques et d'enlèvements à travers le pays. Parmi les initiatives mises en place il y a quelques années par les autorités pour soutenir les victimes, des postes de police au personnel exclusivement féminin. Reportage dans le commissariat pour femmes et entièrement féminin d'Islamabad.  De notre correspondante à Islamabad, Le commissariat 100% féminin d'Islamabad, au Pakistan, est niché derrière des murs bleu pastel surmontés de fils barbelés. Dans l'un des bureaux ce jour-là, une femme d'une trentaine d'années au visage caché derrière un masque médical, un voile rose sur les cheveux. « Oui madame, qu'est-ce qui vous amène ? », demande la policière. « Mon mari se comporte mal avec moi », répond la femme. « Que fait-il ? » « Il trouve toujours des raisons pour se disputer avec moi, il m'accuse de le tromper. » « Vous a-t-il déjà violentée ? » « Oui, plusieurs fois. » « Quand cela s'est produit dernièrement ? » « Il y a deux, trois jours. » « Voulez-vous déposer plainte, on devra alors faire votre examen médical ? » « Oui. » C'est la première fois que cette femme, mariée depuis cinq ans, mère d'un petit garçon âgé d'un an, sans emploi, franchit le pas du poste de police. « J'ai hésité avant de venir parce que j'ai peur que ma famille, que les gens posent ensuite des questions sur ce qu'il se passe et que cela m'amène des problèmes. » Après quelques minutes de conversation, elle revient sur sa décision de porter plainte : « Je veux que madame la policière parle à mon mari. Bien sûr, c'est mon époux, s'il change je ne porterai pas plainte contre lui. » À écouter aussiLes policières, héroïnes au PakistanCe revirement n'étonne pas la chef de ce poste de police, Misbah Shahbaz. Une cinquantaine de femmes se présentent chaque semaine. Dans 70% des cas, il s'agit de violences domestiques. « Il y a souvent des cas de violences répétées. Nous essayons alors vraiment de convaincre la femme pour qu'elle dépose une plainte. Mais le fait est que les femmes préfèrent généralement régler les choses à l'amiable, souvent parce qu'elles ont des enfants, à cause de la société et des normes sociales aussi. Et puis n'oublions pas le poids du traumatisme qu'elles ont après avoir subi des violences. Et puis il y a aussi les familles qui s'en mêlent. Les familles qui leur disent : “pardonne-lui, on va lui parler, on va le raisonner, il ne recommencera pas.” Dans ces conditions-là, c'est très compliqué de les convaincre de porter plainte. » Le poste de police 100% féminin est sans conteste un argument majeur pour inciter les femmes à signaler les violences et les abus dont elles sont victimes, mais la société patriarcale et conservatrice les maintiennent encore largement dans le silence. À lire aussiLa militante Malala Yousafzai de retour au Pakistan pour un sommet sur l'éducation des filles

À l'occasion de la Journée internationale des droits des femmes, ce samedi 8 mars 2025, coup de projecteur sur le Pakistan. Selon un récent rapport d'une ONG locale, le taux national de condamnation pour viols et crimes d'honneur n'est que de 0,5%. Un chiffre choquant qui révèle les profondes lacunes du système judiciaire pakistanais lorsqu'il s'agit de rendre justice aux femmes victimes de violences. Les violences domestiques sont peu recensées, mais chaque semaine les médias locaux relaient de nombreuses affaires de viols, de crimes d'honneur, de violences domestiques et d'enlèvements à travers le pays. Parmi les initiatives mises en place il y a quelques années par les autorités pour soutenir les victimes, des postes de police au personnel exclusivement féminin. Reportage dans le commissariat pour femmes et entièrement féminin d'Islamabad.  De notre correspondante à Islamabad, Le commissariat 100% féminin d'Islamabad, au Pakistan, est niché derrière des murs bleu pastel surmontés de fils barbelés. Dans l'un des bureaux ce jour-là, une femme d'une trentaine d'années au visage caché derrière un masque médical, un voile rose sur les cheveux. « Oui madame, qu'est-ce qui vous amène ? », demande la policière. « Mon mari se comporte mal avec moi », répond la femme. « Que fait-il ? » « Il trouve toujours des raisons pour se disputer avec moi, il m'accuse de le tromper. » « Vous a-t-il déjà violentée ? » « Oui, plusieurs fois. » « Quand cela s'est produit dernièrement ? » « Il y a deux, trois jours. » « Voulez-vous déposer plainte, on devra alors faire votre examen médical ? » « Oui. » C'est la première fois que cette femme, mariée depuis cinq ans, mère d'un petit garçon âgé d'un an, sans emploi, franchit le pas du poste de police. « J'ai hésité avant de venir parce que j'ai peur que ma famille, que les gens posent ensuite des questions sur ce qu'il se passe et que cela m'amène des problèmes. » Après quelques minutes de conversation, elle revient sur sa décision de porter plainte : « Je veux que madame la policière parle à mon mari. Bien sûr, c'est mon époux, s'il change je ne porterai pas plainte contre lui. » À écouter aussiLes policières, héroïnes au PakistanCe revirement n'étonne pas la chef de ce poste de police, Misbah Shahbaz. Une cinquantaine de femmes se présentent chaque semaine. Dans 70% des cas, il s'agit de violences domestiques. « Il y a souvent des cas de violences répétées. Nous essayons alors vraiment de convaincre la femme pour qu'elle dépose une plainte. Mais le fait est que les femmes préfèrent généralement régler les choses à l'amiable, souvent parce qu'elles ont des enfants, à cause de la société et des normes sociales aussi. Et puis n'oublions pas le poids du traumatisme qu'elles ont après avoir subi des violences. Et puis il y a aussi les familles qui s'en mêlent. Les familles qui leur disent : “pardonne-lui, on va lui parler, on va le raisonner, il ne recommencera pas.” Dans ces conditions-là, c'est très compliqué de les convaincre de porter plainte. » Le poste de police 100% féminin est sans conteste un argument majeur pour inciter les femmes à signaler les violences et les abus dont elles sont victimes, mais la société patriarcale et conservatrice les maintiennent encore largement dans le silence. À lire aussiLa militante Malala Yousafzai de retour au Pakistan pour un sommet sur l'éducation des filles

Illustrators Samya Arif and Sana Nasir come on TPE to discuss the world of design, illustration, art, Indus Valley School, Feminism, Social Media and AI.Sana Nasir is an international award winning Illustrator and a record label Art Director. Sana's work is rooted in illustration told through local folklore, mythology and fantasy that she uniquely incorporates into the field of music, event and festival design as well as activism. Amongst her recent achievements Sana created the visual identity for the global event series, Boiler Room for itʼs historic debut in Pakistan and was part of the team that received the coveted British Council New Perspectives Grant in 2022 for which she was invited to speak at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. Nasirʼs talk ʻDesign in the Name of Loveʼ was debuted at the National Digital Design Conference (ND2C) in 2018 and her talk, ʻCulture Alt Deleteʼ was featured on Islamabadʼs first PechaKucha 20x20. Her work is inspired from folklore and mythology combined with technology and pop-culture and has been acclaimed and featured on platforms such as World Illustration Awards, Communication Arts Awards, Vice, Pen America, Oxford University Press, Border Movement and several local publications including Herald magazine.Sana currently lives and works between Karachi and Kathmandu as an illustrator and multi-disciplinary artist and as Art Director at an ethical record label that she and her partner co-run called Cape Monze Records.sananasir.coSamya Arif is a Pakistani visual artist, illustrator, and graphic designer whose work has been featured internationally. Her artistry is focused on female perspectives and observations of social and cultural paradigms, often exploring the themes of women and the spaces they inhabit.After earning her degree in Communication Design from the Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture, Samya has built a diverse portfolio that includes creating visuals for publications, editorials, book covers, and film posters. Additionally, she has been actively involved as an artist, designer, and DJ in Karachi's budding underground electronic and indie music scene.She has been featured in several prestigious publications such as The New York Times, BBC, Vice, CBC, The Fader, and Pitchfork. Samya has also collaborated on a variety of international projects, such as the Mumbai-based Taxi Fabric, for which her designs were featured in the music video of the British band Coldplay. Her client list includes Penguin Books, HarperCollins, Al Jazeera, the US Embassy in Nepal, British Council, NPR, and Google. Her illustrations were regularly published in Pakistan's renowned, now defunct Herald magazine.Samya's work has been exhibited in numerous countries, including Pakistan, India, UAE, England, US, Belgium, and Spain. She currently resides and works in Karachi, Pakistan and serves as a part-time professor at her alma mater.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceChapters:0:00 Introduction2:00 Difference between Graphic Design and Illustration8:30 Indus Valley10:00 Choosing Design and Love for Music13:30 Is it innate or can you learn Art?16:00 Parents and living as Artists20:00 Herald27:30 Do you care about what people think?30:30 Paving the way and Woke Culture33:00 Being trolled online35:00 Saying something through Art40:00 Progress across Generations43:00 Feminism of our mothers48:00 Putting yourself in your Art51:30 Creative Process and Finding yourself55:00 Would you rather be in your 20s?57:00 Delusion is a super power1:02:00 The world of Social Media1:10:30 Watermelon symbol and the Power of an Image1:17:00 Local Context is very important1:25:00 Making your own art1:30:40 What is Pakistani culture and Getting inspired1:39:40 AI and Art1:58:40 Audience Questions

China's Tiangong space station is expected to welcome its first foreign visitor—a Pakistani astronaut who will likely become the first from the nation to fly in outer space, according to a heavyweight cooperation agreement.根据一项重量级合作协议，中国天宫空间站将迎来首位外国访客——一名巴基斯坦航天员，其很可能成为该国首位进入太空的人。The agreement, signed by the China Manned Space Agency and Pakistan's Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission at a ceremony in Islamabad on Friday, covers the bilateral efforts to select and train Pakistani astronauts and then send some of them to China's Tiangong space station, which has been in orbit for nearly four years.2月28日，中国载人航天工程办公室与巴基斯坦太空与高层大气研究委员会在伊斯兰堡举行仪式，正式签署《关于选拔、训练巴基斯坦航天员并参与中国空间站飞行任务的合作协议》，双方将共同努力，选拔训练巴基斯坦航天员，并将其中部分航天员送往已在轨运行近四年的中国天宫空间站。Its signing, witnessed by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, marks the first time for China to help a foreign nation select and train astronauts, and also the first time for Tiangong to expect a non-Chinese visitor, the agency said in a news release.中国载人航天工程办公室发布新闻称，巴基斯坦总理夏巴兹·谢里夫见证了协议签署，这标志着中国首次帮助外国选拔训练航天员，天宫空间站将迎来首位外籍航天员造访。It said the two sides will spend about one year to complete the selection process and then send the Pakistani candidates to China to receive comprehensive and systematic training. It did not mention whether the selection has begun or when it will start.新闻指出，双方将利用一年左右的时间完成选拔工作，巴基斯坦航天员将在中国接受全方位的系统训练。但选拔工作是否已经开始或何时开始尚未公布。After the Pakistani trainees are ready, one of them will be chosen as the first foreign crew member to fly with Chinese astronauts toward Tiangong space station and spend a short-term stay inside the colossal spacecraft, currently orbiting Earth at about 400 kilometers above the ground, the agency noted.中国载人航天工程办公室表示，在巴基斯坦受训人员准备就绪后，将选择其中一人作为首位外籍航天员，与中国航天员一道进入天宫空间站短期驻留。目前天宫空间站在距地面约400公里的近地轨道运行。Until now, the highest altitude any Pakistani citizen has ever achieved is about 87.4 km, which was reached by female polar adventurer and artist Namira Salim during a 55-minute suborbital journey arranged by British-American aerospace company Virgin Galactic on Oct 6, 2023.迄今为止，巴基斯坦公民到达的最高高度约为87.4公里，这一纪录由巴基斯坦女性极地探险家和艺术家纳米拉·萨利姆创造。2023年10月6日，她在英美航空航天公司维珍银河的安排下进行了55分钟的亚轨道飞行。It is commonly recognized that the Karman line, at an altitude of 100 km above sea level, is the start of outer space and the threshold for orbital flight.国际上普遍认为，位于海拔100公里处的卡门线是外太空与地球大气层的分界线，也是进入轨道飞行的最低高度。The signing of the cooperation agreement has created fresh opportunities and set a model for more developing countries to engage in international manned space collaboration. It is expected to inspire nations worldwide to join hands in exploring the mysteries of the universe and collectively forging a new chapter in advancing shared interests for the benefit of all humanity, according to the release.据新闻表示，这次合作协议的签订，为更多发展中国家参加国际载人航天合作提供了新机遇和范例，将激励更多国家携手探索宇宙奥秘，共同在造福全人类的道路上书写新的篇章。Since the launch of Tiangong's first component in April 2021, Chinese space officials have floated the idea of selecting and sending foreigners to the space station.自2021年4月天宫空间站首个组件发射后，中国航天官员就提出了选拔派遣外国航天员进入空间站的想法。Key project leaders such as Yang Liwei, the first Chinese astronaut in space and now a deputy chief planner of the country's manned spaceflights—and Lin Xiqiang, deputy head of the China Manned Space Agency—have said several times that China is open to international cooperation on its space station.中国首位航天员、中国载人航天工程副总设计师杨利伟和中国载人航天工程办公室副主任林西强等关键项目负责人多次表示，中国对空间站国际合作持开放态度。Chen Shanguang, another senior official in the country's manned space program, said in February 2023 that "multiple countries have told China that they hope to send their astronauts to Tiangong".2023年2月，中国载人航天工程高级官员陈善广表示，“已有多个国家向中国表示希望派遣航天员入驻天宫”。Pang Zhihao, an expert on space exploration technology and a renowned writer on spaceflight, said that the Pakistani trainees will need to undergo a series of stringent training and tests before qualifying themselves for actual spaceflight.空间探测技术专家、著名航天作家庞之浩表示，巴基斯坦受训人员在具备实际飞行资格前，需经历一系列严格训练和测试。"Of course, the first and foremost lesson they need to take is the Chinese language. The language to be spoken inside a Chinese station is naturally Chinese. Second, though they must have had good physical and psychological qualities, they still need to train very hard to make their body and mind perfectly prepared for a space mission. This is especially important if some of the Pakistani trainees were not selected from among pilots. They must learn how to eat, drink, sleep and deal with personal hygiene in microgravity, which poses a huge challenge to anyone flying into space," Pang said.庞之浩说：“当然，他们首先需要上中文课。在中国空间站内自然要说中文。其次，尽管他们必须具备良好的身心素质，但仍需刻苦训练，全身心为太空任务做好充分准备。这对部分非飞行员出身的巴基斯坦受训人员尤为重要。他们必须学会如何在微重力环境下进食、饮水、睡觉、处理个人卫生，这对任何进入太空的人来说都是巨大挑战。”After arriving at the space station, the selected Pakistani astronaut will likely carry out at least one scientific experiment designed by Pakistani researchers, according to the expert.据专家介绍，入选的巴基斯坦航天员抵达空间站后，将可能开展至少一项由巴基斯坦研究人员设计的科学实验。Another Chinese spaceflight expert who wished to remain anonymous said that the new agreement is a very good example for space cooperation between developing countries and for South-South cooperation.另一位不愿透露姓名的中国航天专家表示，这项新协议为发展中国家进行航天合作以及南南合作提供了很好的范例。"It will effectively boost Pakistan's social development and help it become an emerging force in the international space arena," he said.他说：“这将有效促进巴基斯坦的社会发展，助力其成为国际航天领域的新兴力量。”stringentadj.严格的，苛刻的

28 Feb 2025. It came during a visit to Islamabad by Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince. Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD gave some background and context on economic ties. Plus, we speak to the company helping UAE businesses accept payments in crypto. And, we look at the economics of investing in racehorses – with a tokenisation twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Uzair talks to Dr. Qamar Cheema about Pakistan's foreign policy priorities, including relations with Afghanistan and the United States. We also talked about whether Donald Trump will intervene in Pakistan's affairs to help release Imran Khan. Dr. Qamar Cheema is Executive Director of the Sanober Institute, a think tank based in Islamabad. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 2:00 Afghanistan relations 18:20 Trump releasing Khan? 26:10 Pakistan-Iran relations 31:05 Erdogan's trip to Pakistan 37:20 Chinese disappointment

Hamas willing to move ahead with Gaza deal "The Palestinian resistance group Hamas has signalled that a crisis threatening to unravel the Gaza ceasefire deal could be avoided despite uncertainty over the number of hostages due to be released on Saturday and disagreements over aid supplies. Hamas said it did not want the deal to collapse, though it rejected what it called the ""language of threats and intimidation"" from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump." Erdogan, Sharif pledge stronger Türkiye-Pakistan ties in Islamabad "Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding economic cooperation. Turkish President said during a joint news conference in Islamabad that the two countries agree to increase efforts to reach the target of $5 billion in trade volume. Erdogan underscored the importance of private-sector collaboration, encouraging Turkish investors to expand their activities in Pakistan." Trump offers F-35 jets, trade deal to India in talks with Modi "US President Donald Trump has offered to sell state-of-the-art fighter jets to India as he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to ramp up trade, rekindling a bond that defies the new US administration's punitive approach to much of the world. Trump, who hours before meeting Modi complained about Indian tariffs, agreed with Modi that the two countries would work together on a trade deal." Trump wants denuclearisation talks with Russia's Putin and China's Xi "US President Donald Trump has said he wants to hold talks with Russia and China on a mutual reduction in military spending, with a possible summit for the countries' leaders. Outlining his vision for a shake-up in the world order, Trump also said he would ""love"" to have Russia back in the G7, from which it was suspended in 2014 after Moscow annexed Ukraine's Crimea peninsula. Trump also said he would consider a summit with Putin and China's Xi Jinping when things calm down." US inks plans for 'reciprocal tariffs' "US President Donald Trump has inked plans for sweeping ""reciprocal tariffs"" hitting both allies and competitors, in a dramatic escalation of an international trade war that economists warn could fuel inflation at home. Speaking in the Oval Office on Trump said he had decided to impose the reciprocal duties, telling reporters that US allies were often ""worse than enemies"" on trade issues. ""We had a very unfair system to us,"" Trump said in the Oval Office."

As Narendra Modi becomes the fourth head of state to visit the White House during Donald Trump’s second term, Maya Sharma and Natasha Lindstaedt discuss the tensions that lie beneath the bonhomie. Then: Turkey’s president goes to Pakistan and the Munich Security Conference begins. Also on the programme: could K-Pop be South Korea’s secret weapon against Trump’s trade war? Plus: we speak with Rainer Stampfer, president of global operations at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

durée : 00:09:34 - Journal de 18h - La prix Nobel de la paix, Malala, s'est exprimée dans le cadre d'une Conférence internationale sur l'éducation des filles dans les communautés musulmanes qui se tenait à Islamabad au Pakistan.

durée : 00:09:34 - Journal de 18h - La prix Nobel de la paix, Malala, s'est exprimée dans le cadre d'une Conférence internationale sur l'éducation des filles dans les communautés musulmanes qui se tenait à Islamabad au Pakistan.

(0:00) Intro(0:12) Vape/Cigarette peena?(0:37) Value of Arabic language (Urdu aur Hindi zuban ki ehmiyat)(4:01) Hindu doctor k alfaaz(5:03) Saudia/Muscat mn Mufti sb ka tajzia(5:49) Agar

*) 'Nowhere is safe, no one is spared' in Gaza — MSF report A new report by Doctors Without Borders, titled "Gaza: Life in a Death Trap," has called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza to save lives and ensure the flow of humanitarian aid. The organisation has also demanded an end to Israel's targeted and indiscriminate attacks on civilians and called on its allies to act swiftly to protect Palestinian lives and uphold international law. Highlighting the devastating impact of repeated Israeli military attacks on Palestinian civilians over the past 14 months, MSF has said people in Gaza are struggling to survive apocalyptic conditions, but nowhere is safe, no one is spared, and there is no exit from this shattered enclave. *) Israeli strikes on Gaza shelters kill at least 20 Palestinians At least 20 Palestinians have been killed and over 30 others wounded in Israeli air strikes on two schools sheltering displaced people and a house in Gaza, yesterday evening. Most of the victims were women and children in the attack that targeted the Dar al-Arqam and Shaaban al-Rayes schools and a house in the Tuffah neighbourhood. The attack has caused massive destruction in the two schools and nearby residential buildings. Israel has systematically targeted civilian facilities, including schools, hospitals, and places of worship, in its ongoing offensive on Gaza. *) Türkiye urges swift, decisive action to tackle Sudan crisis at UN meeting Türkiye's permanent representative to the UN has urged the international community to take swift action to address the escalating conflict and humanitarian crisis in Sudan. Speaking at the Security Council Ahmet Yildiz highlighted the dire situation in Sudan, where "over 11 million people are displaced and hundreds of thousands have lost their lives." The conflict has also led to the destruction of vital infrastructure, including health facilities. Türkiye reiterated its commitment to Sudan's "unity, territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence from outside interference." *) Pakistan developing missiles that could hit US — White House official A senior White House official has claimed that Pakistan is developing long-range ballistic missile capabilities that eventually could allow it to strike targets outside of South Asia, including in the United States. In his stunning revelation about the one time close US partner, Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer claimed Islamabad's conduct raised "real questions" about the aims of its ballistic missile programme. Finer told the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace audience that candidly, it's hard for us to see Pakistan's actions as anything other than an emerging threat to the United States. *) UNGA seeks ICJ opinion on Israel's obligations to aid Palestinians The UN General Assembly has overwhelmingly approved a resolution asking the International Court of Justice to assess Israel's obligations to assist Palestinians, amid accusations the Israeli government systematically hinders Gaza aid. The UN's full membership voted to request an ICJ advisory opinion, which, though not binding, can heighten pressure on countries. Norway brought the resolution seeking an advisory opinion from the UN's top court, which was co-sponsored by Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, among others. It won backing from 137 countries, 12 of which objected, and 22 abstained.

What the International Media gets wrong about Imran Khan - PTI Protests in Islamabad - #TPE Chapters: 0:00 International Media does not understand Imran Khan 3:00 The '100 bodies' disinformation campaign by PTI 9:45 Contextualizing the Protests 17:10 History of "peaceful protests" by PTI 24:30 Is Imran Khan innocent? - The cases against Imran Khan 29:10 Mehdi Hasan, Donald Trump and Imran Khan 33:20 The Cypher Lie 36:05 Imran Khan is not Anti-Establishment 40:00 Imran Khan's falling out with the MIlitary 46:00 I am not defending the Military Establishment The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperience To support the channel: Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912 Patreon.com/thepakistanexperience And Please stay in touch: https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1 https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperience https://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperience The podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikh Facebook.com/Shehzadghias/ Twitter.com/shehzad89 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

Mel Harrison is an amazing author whose story will inspire and uplift you. Don't miss this special episode as we dive  into “overcoming adversity as an author” After graduating from the University of Maryland with a degree in Economics, Mel Harrison joined the US Department of State Foreign Service, spending the majority of his career in the Diplomatic Security Service. Over the next 28 years, he served in American embassies as either a Special Agent/Regional Security officer or Economic Officer in Saigon, Quito, Rome, London (twice), Islamabad, and Seoul. While in Islamabad, as the Senior Regional Security Officer, he won both the State Department Award for Valor, and its worldwide Regional Security Officer of the Year Award. Following government retirement, Mel spent ten years in corporate security and consulting work with assignments often taking him throughout Latin America and the Middle East. Mel met his wife, Irene, while both served in Quito. Irene, a Foreign Service Management Specialist, and Mel married in Rome, beginning their lifelong love of travel and all things Italian. They now reside in Florida. Mel can be contacted at melharrison.author@gmail.com

Pour cet épisode, Sur Le Fil vous emmène au Pakistan. Dans ce pays musulman où les mariages arrangés sont la norme, une petite révolution est en cours. Des jeunes, filles et garçons, choisissent de ne pas faire appel aux services d'une marieuse, mais de s'inscrire sur des sites de rencontres, dans l'espoir de trouver l'amour de leur vie.Ce qui est encore rare dans un Pakistan conservateur : moins de 20% des unions sont des mariages d'amour selon une enquête récente. Mais les marieuses contre-attaquent, au nom d'une tradition qui existe depuis des siècles.Elles aussi ont recours à la technologie, et s'appuient sur le conservatisme d'une société qui voit ces applis d'un mauvais œil. Sur le terrain, à Islamabad et Lahore, Shrouq Tarik et Daniel de Carteret, journalistes au bureau de l'AFP à Islamabad.Réalisation: Emmanuelle BaillonSur le Fil est le podcast quotidien de l'AFP. Vous avez des commentaires ? Ecrivez-nous à podcast@afp.com. Vous pouvez aussi nous envoyer une note vocale par Whatsapp au + 33 6 79 77 38 45. Si vous aimez, abonnez-vous, parlez de nous autour de vous et laissez-nous plein d'étoiles sur votre plateforme de podcasts préférée pour mieux faire connaître notre programme ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

China's push to revise the international security order entered a new phase with the launch of the Global Security Initiative (GSI) in April 2022. A few months after Xi Jinping proposed GSI, host Bonnie Glaser did a podcast episode with Manoj Kewalramani to discuss the drivers behind GSI and analyze the initial statements outlining its content. More than 2 ½ years have elapsed since then, and scholars have begun to investigate how China is implementing GSI in various regions around the world. A new report from the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) examines how GSI is being operationalized and received in two priority regions of Chinese foreign policy: mainland Southeast Asia and Central Asia. The study draws on field research in both regions. The report is titled “China's Global Security Initiative Takes Shape in Southeast and Central Asia.” The report has three authors: Bates Gill, Carla Freeman and Alison McFarland. Bonnie Glaser is joined by Bates Gill for this episode to discuss the report's findings. Bates is a senior fellow with the National Bureau of Asian Research, a Senior Associate Fellow with the Royal United Services Institute, and associated with USIP.Timestamps[00:00] Start[01:53] Objectives of China's Global Security Initiative [04:22] GSI as an Additive or a Replacement[07:21] Fieldwork in Southeast and Central Asia[12:06] Concerns about China's Intentions and Influence[15:24] GSI Initiatives and Sources of Funding[19:58] GSI and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation[23:55] Moscow's View of GSI [29:27] Implications of GSI for the United States

Parachinar, Islamabad, PTI and Pakistan's Morality Crisis - Why nobody talks about Parachinar? #TPE The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperience To support the channel: Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912 Patreon.com/thepakistanexperience And Please stay in touch: https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1 https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperience https://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperience The podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikh Facebook.com/Shehzadghias/ Twitter.com/shehzad89 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

On this Moats, George Galloway says 'Wake up to who is cutting off heads in Aleppo!' Who gave them the knives they're sharpening and the fancy new uniforms? Featuring an Indian waiter from Cardiff. Democracy is being drowned in blood in Islamabad. Imran Khan, world's most famous political prisoner. Or casualty? He's being held incommunicado in a rat-infested cell. Will Imran Khan, Pakistan's elected prime minister, live long enough to face the trumped-up charges? Lawyer Muhammad Azhar Siddique gives the update.Jimmy Dore, dispatches from the frontline, returns to Moats to take on the liberals as he gives his take on the state of America today and the Lebanon ceasefire.Muhammad Azhar Siddique: Advocate for the Supreme Court of Pakistan, Human Rights Activist LawyerJimmy Dore: Comedian, Political Commentator, Podcaster and Host of The Jimmy Dore Show- Twitter: https://twitter.com/jimmy_doreFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JimmyDoreShowInstagram: https://instagram.com/thejimmydoreshowRumble: https://rumble.com/v27ginq-paul-pelosi-body-cam-footage-is-nuts.htmlTelegram: https://t.me/JimmyDoreChannelYouTube: https://youtube.com/@thejimmydoreshow Become a MOATS Graduate at https://plus.acast.com/s/moatswithgorgegalloway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PTI's Final Call Failed - Protesters Shot at in Islamabad - PTI vs The Establishment - What happend? #TPE Daily The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperience To support the channel: Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912 Patreon.com/thepakistanexperience And Please stay in touch: https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1 https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperience https://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperience The podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikh Facebook.com/Shehzadghias/ Twitter.com/shehzad89 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join Chapters: 0:00 Why I am making this video 3:00 PTI Youthtubers create an alternate reality 9:50 PTI's Strategy and The State's strategy 15:10 PTI's history 22:09 Truth of Youtubers 24:25 How Revolutions happen 27:00 PTI's Protests, Parachinar and PTI in KP 32:17 PTI creating Chaos 37:03 PTI supporters only care about Khan 39:00 Poor people die on both sides 49:00 PTI doesn't support Baloch and Sindh causes 52:00 How change will come in Pakistan 54:00 Conclusion

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma.Today is the 29th of November and here are this week's headlines.The Lok Sabha passed a resolution on Thursday to extend the tenure of the Joint Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill till the last day of the Budget session next year. Jagdambika Pal, Chairman of the Joint Committee, moved a motion stating, “That this House do extend time for the presentation of the Report of the Joint Committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, up to the last day of the Budget Session, 2025.” The Lok Sabha approved the motion with a voice vote. The Centre had referred the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, tabled on 8th of August, to the Committee to scrutinise the Bill following the Opposition's objections. The panel's tenure was set to conclude on November 29.  Meanwhile, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde resigned on Tuesday, marking the end of the 14th Assembly's term. Shinde, along with deputy CMs Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar, met Governor C P Radhakrishnan at Raj Bhawan. As caretaker CM, Shinde will oversee the formation of a new government. The BJP-led Mahayuti coalition won a clear mandate in the Assembly elections, securing 230 out of 288 seats. Ajit Pawar was also elected leader of the NCP, setting the stage for key decisions in the coming days.India expressed deep concern over the arrest of Hindu leader Krishna Das Prabhu in Bangladesh on Tuesday. Prabhu, a prominent member of ISKCON, was detained at Dhaka airport, facing charges of sedition after leading a rally in Chattogram. He's accused of disrespecting Bangladesh's national flag. India urged the Bangladeshi government to ensure the safety of Hindus and all minorities in the country, calling for Prabhu's immediate release.A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon took effect, following an agreement brokered by the US and France. Hamas expressed support for Lebanon's efforts to protect its people and hopes for a broader deal to end the Gaza war. While international peace efforts remain stalled, Lebanon's military is preparing to deploy in the south to help maintain the ceasefire, urging residents near the border to stay away until the Israeli military retreats. This marks a tentative step toward reducing tensions in the region.Meanwhile, in Pakistan, violent protests erupted on Tuesday after supporters of jailed former PM Imran Khan clashed with security forces. Six people were killed, including four paramilitary personnel, and over 100 injured. The protests, calling for Khan's release, spiraled out of control, prompting the government to deploy the army in Islamabad. With 'shoot at sight' orders in place, the nationwide demonstrations, led by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf supporters, have challenged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government, showing no signs of abating.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express.

La decisione di non ricandidarsi della sindaca di Parigi, la legge per vietare i social ai minori di 16 anni in Australia e la fine delle proteste e Islamabad

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:     We'll start things off in the Middle East, where in a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire deal that negotiators hope will bring a permanent end to the conflict after more than a year of fighting. Later, the Kremlin is engaged in another scheme to lure foreigners into fighting in the war in Ukraine, this time partnering with the Iranian-backed Houthis to traffic Yemeni citizens into Russia.  Plus, Pakistan is teetering on the brink, as deadly clashes between police and supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan engulf the capital city of Islamabad. In our 'Back of the Brief' segment, we're getting a preview of just how nasty the struggle over illegal migrants may become, as Trump's incoming ‘Border Czar' threatens to jail Denver's mayor if he attempts to defy federal efforts to mount a mass deportation program. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.     Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Blackout Coffee: https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Moats, George Galloway gives his take on the mass murder in Islamabad and the hired killers in uniform supporting the Pakistan oligarchs from the wanted page of Police Gazette. Plus Zelensky told to call up the young."If I glorified Hezbollah I'd be arrested, but Israel hasn't captured a single Lebanese village. Is the Israel army planning to assassinate Netanyahu? It's amazing they haven't yet killed Imran Khan. And Madame Pompadour and classroom frolics with little Macron"The Pakistan junta is scared of what Trump may do. After the Islamabad massacre they're washing the streets and stealing the bodies to conceal the numbers and evidence. And love for the Pakistan army is replaced by hate says Major Adil Raja. Plus Ghadi Francis returns to Moats to answer is it a ceasefire or pause in Lebanon?Adil Raja: Retired Pakistan Army Major turned journalist and whistle blower. Currently living in exile at the UK.- Twitter: https://twitter.com/soldierspeaks-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soldierspeaks18-Instagram: https://instagram.com/soldierspeaks18-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoldierSpeaks-Telegram: https://t.me/SoldierSpeakGhadi Francis: Journalist, Author & War Correspondent- Twitter: https://x.com/ghadifrancis- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghadifrancis Become a MOATS Graduate at https://plus.acast.com/s/moatswithgorgegalloway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 27th of November and here are the headlines.Parliamentary ProtestsThe proceedings in both Houses of Parliament were adjourned after Opposition MPs raised slogans demanding discussions on issues like the Adani bribery case, Sambhal violence, and rising crime in Delhi. In the Rajya Sabha, Chairman Jagdeep Dhankar rejected 18 notices for a joint parliamentary probe into the Adani bribery charges and other matters. As protests escalated, MPs began shouting slogans, leading to the adjournment. Meanwhile, a parliamentary committee on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill will meet today to review suggestions, but Opposition members are asking for more time to finish their work.Adani Group's ClarificationAdani Green Energy (AGEL) clarified that neither Chairman Gautam Adani, his nephew Sagar Adani, nor Managing Director Vneet Jaain have been charged under the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). The statement comes after reports suggested charges against the trio. Senior lawyer Mukul Rohatgi also confirmed that neither Gautam nor Sagar Adani face charges in the serious counts of the US prosecutors' five-count indictment. AGEL's clarification aims to clear any confusion about the involvement of its top executives in alleged violations.Delhi Air Quality UpdateDelhi's air quality remains in the “very poor” category with an AQI of 301, improving slightly from Monday's 392. Areas like Mundka and Bawana recorded the worst levels. Due to the pollution, schools in Delhi switched to a hybrid model with both in-person and online classes, as mandated by the Supreme Court. The temperature dipped to 11.6°C, and visibility at the airport was reduced to 1,600 meters. Authorities have forecast a mainly clear day ahead, though pollution concerns persist.Lebanon-Israel CeasefireA ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon took effect, following an agreement brokered by the US and France. Hamas expressed support for Lebanon's efforts to protect its people and hopes for a broader deal to end the Gaza war. While international peace efforts remain stalled, Lebanon's military is preparing to deploy in the south to help maintain the ceasefire, urging residents near the border to stay away until the Israeli military retreats. This marks a tentative step toward reducing tensions in the region.Pakistan Protest UpdatePakistan's Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, led by former PM Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi, called off a planned sit-in protest in Islamabad. The decision came after violent clashes between security forces and protesters. The PTI had attempted to march towards the D-Chowk, but security forces used tear gas to disperse them. PTI leaders, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Ali Amin Gandapur, urged protesters to return home, citing a temporary pause in the movement.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express.

*) Ceasefire in Israel's war on Lebanon takes effect The ceasefire in Israel's war on Lebanon has begun as a region on edge wonders whether it will hold. The truce began at 0200 GMT on Wednesday, hours after Israel carried out its most intense wave of air strikes in capital Beirut since the start of its war in the region in October 2023. There were signs of apparent celebration in Beirut and no reported violations shortly after ceasefire took effect. *) US to lead new ‘push' for Gaza ceasefire with Türkiye, others US President Joe Biden has said the United States would lead a fresh effort to secure a truce in Gaza, as he welcomed a ceasefire to end hostilities between Israel and Lebanon. The US president said Hamas, now, has a “choice to make”. He said “their only way out is to release the hostages, including American citizens, which they hold, and, in the process, bring an end to the fighting”. Biden said the US will make another push with Türkiye, Egypt, Qatar and Israel among others to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza. *) Pakistani authorities begin crackdown against Imran Khan's supporters The party of Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has announced it is calling off its protest after security forces launched a massive operation to dislodge Khan's supporters who had stormed the capital Islamabad to demand his release. This comes after thousands of Khan supporters, defying government warnings, broke through a barrier of shipping containers blocking off Islamabad and entered a high-security zone, where they clashed with security forces, facing tear gas shelling, mass detentions and live gunfire. Tension has been high in Islamabad since Sunday when Khan's supporters began a “long march” to demand the former premier's release. *) Russia expels UK diplomat over spying in a fresh diplomatic spat Russia has expelled a British diplomat it accused of spying, telling London it would not tolerate “undeclared” intelligence officers operating on its territory, accusations that have ignited a fresh diplomatic feud with London. Britain has rejected the claims one of its embassy employees was a spy, the latest in a string of espionage allegations that come with relations between the two countries running at an all-time low. The spat comes a week after Ukraine was given permission to start firing UK-supplied long-range missiles at Russia — drawing scorn and threats of direct military retaliation from President Vladimir Putin. *) Impressed by KAAN, US keen to make F-35 sales to Türkiye — Yasar Guler The US has revised its position on the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Türkiye after witnessing Ankara's progress with its domestically developed KAAN fighter jet, Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler said. When the Americans saw that we could build and fly the KAAN, the Turkish defence minister said, they changed their minds a bit about the F-35. Guler, however, added that no progress has yet been made and insisted on reclaiming Türkiye's production share and maintaining its request to acquire F-35s

Các cuộc biểu tình nổ ra ở Islamabad, khi những người ủng hộ cựu Thủ tướng Imran Khan đang bị giam giữ phá vỡ các rào chắn, dẫn đến các cuộc đụng độ khiến sáu người thiệt mạng, hàng chục người bị thương và làm gia tăng tình trạng bất ổn chính trị ở Pakistan.

Protests erupted in Islamabad as supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan breached barricades, leading to clashes that killed six people, injured dozens, and intensified Pakistan's political turmoil.

Security forces in Islamabad have clashed with thousands of protestors demanding the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. The army has been deployed to central parts of the Pakistani capital.

Mexico's president has warned US President-elect Donald Trump against plans to slap large tariffs on the United States' three largest trading partners: Mexico, Canada and China. Also, Interpol's affiliate, Afripol, which is a union of African law enforcement agencies, has arrested more than a thousand suspected cybercriminals of various stripes in a continent-wide dragnet. And, thousands of supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan have flooded Pakistan's capital Islamabad demanding his release. Plus, Italy plans to start the construction of a suspension bridge connecting mainland Italy to Sicily in 2025, an idea that's been centuries in the making.Listen to today's Music Heard on Air.We are able to bring you human-centered journalism because listeners like you support our independent newsroom. Keep The World going strong and donate today!

Supporters of Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, take to the streets of Islamabad to demand his release. Elsewhere, Italy's controversial deal with Albania over asylum seekers lands leader Georgia Meloni in hot water; in Tbilisi, the first session of the newly elected parliament sparks protests; and we're in Cambodia to report on the conference of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. Plus: why US retailers have extended Black Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss tensions in Pakistan as Imran Khan's supporters reach Islamabad and demand his release. Then: Russia calls on the US to help rebuild Afghanistan as Moscow seeks stronger ties with the Taliban. Plus: we reflect on Angela Merkel's legacy and the release of her autobiography, ‘Freedom: Memoirs 1954-2021'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain.Today is the 26th of November and here are the headlines.75 Years of the Indian ConstitutionOn Tuesday, President Droupadi Murmu and Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar marked 75 years of the Indian Constitution's adoption. President Murmu quoted Dr Rajendra Prasad, highlighting that the Constitution's success depends on how it's implemented. Vice-President Dhankhar reminded Parliamentarians of Dr B R Ambedkar's warning to prioritize the nation over party interests. Murmu praised the Constituent Assembly's efforts, noting how its deliberations shaped India's unity. She acknowledged key figures like Dr Prasad, Ambedkar, and B N Rau, calling the Constitution the country's 'holiest text.'India's Concern Over Arrest in BangladeshIndia expressed deep concern over the arrest of Hindu leader Krishna Das Prabhu in Bangladesh on Tuesday. Prabhu, a prominent member of ISKCON and the Bangladesh Sammilito Sanatan Jagaran Jote group, was detained at Dhaka airport, facing charges of sedition after leading a rally in Chattogram. He's accused of disrespecting Bangladesh's national flag. India urged the Bangladeshi government to ensure the safety of Hindus and all minorities in the country, calling for Prabhu's immediate release.Maharashtra Government ResignationMaharashtra CM Eknath Shinde resigned on Tuesday, marking the end of the 14th Assembly's term. Shinde, along with deputy CMs Fadnavis and Pawar, met Governor C P Radhakrishnan at Raj Bhawan. As caretaker CM, Shinde will oversee the formation of a new government. The BJP-led Mahayuti coalition won a clear mandate in the Assembly elections, securing 230 out of 288 seats. Ajit Pawar was also elected leader of the NCP, setting the stage for key decisions in the coming days.Violent Protests in PakistanIn Pakistan, violent protests erupted on Tuesday after supporters of jailed former PM Imran Khan clashed with security forces. Six people were killed, including four paramilitary personnel, and over 100 injured. The protests, calling for Khan's release, spiraled out of control, prompting the government to deploy the army in Islamabad. With 'shoot at sight' orders in place, the nationwide demonstrations, led by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf supporters, have challenged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government, showing no signs of abating.World Chess Championship: Game 2In the World Chess Championship, Gukesh and Ding Liren faced off in Game 2 on Tuesday after Ding claimed victory in the first game. Gukesh, playing with black pieces, started strong in the first game but faltered in the middle, ultimately resigning after 42 moves. Ding now leads 1-0 in this best-of-14 series. In Game 2, Gukesh faces a 30-minute time disadvantage as Ding picks up the pace, leaving his chair for strategic consultations. The race to 7.5 points continues.This was the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Imran Khan supporters have breached a lockdown in the Pakistani capital Islamabad.

*) Imran Khan supporters enter Islamabad in a major show of force Thousands of protesters defied tear gas and roadblocks to demand the release of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan in Islamabad. Police fired rubber bullets and tear gas at demonstrators clashing near the city's western entry. The cricketer-turned-politician has been jailed since August 2023, facing a procession of legal accusations ranging from illegal marriage to graft and inciting riots. *) Lebanon lawmaker says ceasefire deal with Israel close A ceasefire deal between Lebanon and Israel could be announced within 36 hours, according to a Lebanese parliamentarian. Negotiations are reportedly in advanced stages, with optimism for a positive outcome. Israel's security cabinet is set to meet to approve the deal. *) NATO chief meets Turkish President Erdogan Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Ankara for key talks. Their discussions tackled global security challenges, including the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. Rutte highlighted Türkiye's crucial role in NATO, praising its military strength and contributions to regional security. *) Scores of Somalis die as two boats drift for weeks off Madagascar Madagascar has rescued 48 Somali nationals from two boats found drifting off its coast, officials say. At least 22 others from the same group tragically died at sea. Fishermen discovered the survivors and brought them to Nosy Be island. The boats, carrying 70 people in total, suffered engine failures and were left stranded. *) Elon Musk says drones must replace jets, calls them future of warfare Elon Musk lashed out at modern fighter jets, saying drones are the future of air combat. He called manned jets like the F-35 obsolete, warning they only put pilots at risk. Musk criticised those still building these jets, labeling them "idiots," and shared a video of hundreds of drones in formation.

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Un acuerdo de alto el fuego en Líbano parece poder convertirse en realidad mañana martes si el gabinete de seguridad del primer ministro israelí Benjamin Netanyahu da su visto bueno al plan, a la propuesta.Según datos de Naciones Unidas, 736 millones de mujeres han sido víctimas de violencia física o sexual por parte de su pareja en todo el mundo. Vamos a hablar de ello. Vamos a estar en Italia porque el Movimiento 5 Estrellas le ha dado la espalda a su fundador. También hablaremos de la situación que vive Islamabad, la capital de Pakistán, escenario de enfrentamientos entre la policía y los partidarios del exprimer ministro Imran Khan. Escuchar audio

Pakistan's capital Islamabad is in lockdown for a second day as tens-of-thousands of protesters demand former Prime Minister, Imran Khan, be released from jail. Correspondent Hira Mustafa spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

O caso do episódio 133 se passou em Islamabad, capital do Paquistão. E essa história comoveu não só o país, mas todo mundo que teve contato com os detalhes brutais do crime. A jovem, Noor Mukadam, de 27 anos, mal sabia que sairia em todos os veículos de mídia paquistaneses, mas pelo motivo errado... Hosts: @mari.host e @rob.host Editor: @ovitovitovito Quer aparecer em um episódio do Fábrica? Só enviar um áudio por direct pra gente no Instagram @podcastfabricadecrimes =] Só publicamos com a sua autorização! Fontes: Human Rights Watch. Relatório Mundial 2024. Disponível aqui. World Population Review. Pakistan. Disponível aqui.  BBC. Paquistão: perfil da nação muçulmana nascida da divisão da Índia. Disponível aqui. YouTube. Untold story of Noor Mukadam and Zahir Jaffer. Disponível aqui. The National Frontier. All You Need to Know About Zahir Jaffer and Noor Muqaddam. Disponível aqui. Gazeta do Povo. Europeus contra o véu islâmico. Disponível aqui.  Geo TV. Noor Mukadam Murder - A Timeline of Events. Disponível aqui. 

From the BBC World Service: Leaders and officials from India, Pakistan, China and other countries in the region will meet in Islamabad during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit to discuss how to boost their security, cooperation and economic ties. Then, competition from China and tariffs on Chinese-made cars take centerstage at the Paris Motor Show. And as some content becomes unavailable on streaming platforms, should we just buy more physical media?

From the BBC World Service: Leaders and officials from India, Pakistan, China and other countries in the region will meet in Islamabad during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit to discuss how to boost their security, cooperation and economic ties. Then, competition from China and tariffs on Chinese-made cars take centerstage at the Paris Motor Show. And as some content becomes unavailable on streaming platforms, should we just buy more physical media?

Chinese Premier Li Qiang is in Pakistan this week to get ties with its South Asian neighbor back on track after a series of terrorist attacks this year. The latest incident occurred earlier this month near the airport in the southern port city of Karachi when separatist militants with the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) killed two Chinese nationals in a suicide bombing. Pakistan has vowed to crack down on the militants but, so far, to little avail. In turn, Beijing has become increasingly frustrated with Islamabad's inability to better protect Chinese interests in the country. Eram Ashraf, a China-Pakistan relations scholar, explained in a column published in The Diplomat how the violence is taking a toll on this vital Chinese diplomatic relationship. She joins Eric & Cobus to explain what's at stake for both sides if the Pakistani government can't contain the BLA. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: @ChinaGSProject | @eric_olander | @stadenesque Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChinaAfricaProject YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ChinaGlobalSouth FOLLOW CAP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: www.projetafriquechine.com | @AfrikChine Arabic: عربي: www.alsin-alsharqalawsat.com | @SinSharqAwsat JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug! www.patreon.com/chinaglobalsouth

Disclaimer: Episode 115 is a re-release of our original Episode 96, which explored the 1999 Kargil Conflict and its implications for irregular warfare in South Asia. Due to an unfortunate data corruption issue with our original file, we are re-publishing this important discussion. The content remains as relevant and insightful as when it first aired, featuring our distinguished guests Professor Sumit Ganguly and Professor Tricia Bacon. Our guests kick off by exploring the regional security dynamics germane to South Asia. They delve into the impact of nuclear weapons on fostering irregular warfare strategies, highlighting the specific ways in which the acquisition of nuclear capabilities by India and Pakistan has reshaped their relationship. This shift has driven Pakistan towards a heightened dependence on proxy forces to achieve its political objectives. The discussion culminates in a focused analysis of the bilateral relationship between New Delhi and Islamabad, offering a clear and insightful perspective on the evolving dynamics between the two nations. Professor Sumit Ganguly is a specialist on the contemporary politics of South Asia and a distinguished professor of political science at Indiana University. He currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the International Studies Review, and in 2019, Professor Ganguly authored a Foreign Affairs article entitled, “Why the India-Pakistan Crisis Isn't Likely to Turn Nuclear,” which serves as the anchor for episode 96.  Professor Tricia Bacon is an Associate Professor at American University's School of Public Affairs. Prior to teaching at American, Professor Bacon worked on counterterrorism for over ten years at the Department of State, including in the Bureau of Intelligence and Research, the Bureau of Counterterrorism, and the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. Her work on counterterrorism in the intelligence community has received numerous accolades.