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Pakistan's cross-border smuggling networks exposed by weapon seizures in Afghanistan

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:53 PM

Islamabad/Kabul, May 23 (IANS) The recent seizures of weapons by Afghan forces along the border, smuggled from Pakistani territory, are not merely arms interceptions but signals “warning flares” exposing the deeper fractures in Afghanistan-Pakistan relations. Each intercepted cache underscores an environment shaped by mistrust – reflecting continued concerns over cross-border smuggling networks originating from Pakistan.

India emerges as key maritime power shaping security in Indo-Pacific region: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:49 PM

Tokyo, May 23 (IANS) India's expanding maritime outreach, including its 'Necklace of Diamonds' counter-strategy, logistics agreements with Australia, France and Japan, coastal surveillance networks, naval base arrangements in Seychelles and BrahMos missile sales to the Philippines beginning in 2024 signals the most “proximate and credible structural pushback” to Chinese maritime assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.

China seen as ‘predatory power’ in emerging global landscape: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:19 PM

Brussels, May 23 (IANS) China is not merely a competitor but a “predatory power” in the international system that has “mastered the art of winning” without direct confrontation. While Western countries have spent decades focused on “globalisation” and “liberal reform”, Beijing has benefited from the gradual shift of the West’s industrial base to its own economy, a report mentioned.

Pakistan’s bid for Muslim world leadership under strain amid economic and political crisis: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:17 PM

Lisbon, May 23 (IANS) Pakistan's government and media have attempted to project the country as a link between the Muslim world and the West, alongside renewed aspirations to position itself as a leading voice of the global Muslim community. Yet serious doubts remain about how far a state marked by economic underdevelopment, governance challenges, and strained public welfare systems can effectively claim such leadership.

Khalistan-linked activities tarnishing global image of Sikh community: Report

IANS | May 23, 2026 8:08 PM

Ottawa, May 23 (IANS) Khalistan-linked activities over the years have tarnished the positive image of the Sikh community globally. The violent demonstrations overseas, anti-India slogans, aggressive protests outside religious places, and separatist campaigns by extremist elements fuelled widespread controversy across the world, a report has highlighted.

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