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Militancy, denial, and blowback: Why Pakistan's Afghan policy is failing (IANS Analysis)

IANS | March 6, 2026 9:27 PM

Kabul: Pakistan is desperately trying to present itself as a State under siege, targetted by militants allegedly operating from Afghan soil, forced to take unilateral military action to protect its citizens. However, when placed against the backdrop of regional history, this narrative appears deeply contradictory. Pakistan’s frustration today is inseparable from its own long-standing policies in Afghanistan, policies that deliberately nurtured militancy, institutionalized proxy warfare, and treated Afghanistan less as a sovereign neighbour and more as a strategic instrument.

Trump rules out agreement with Iran without 'unconditional surrender'

IANS | March 6, 2026 8:45 PM

Washington, March 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Friday said there would be no agreement with Iran unless Tehran accepts what he described as "unconditional surrender", outlining a hardline position on the future of the Iranian leadership and the country’s political direction.

Operation 'Roaring Lion' against Iran making 'great progress': Israeli PMO spokesperson (IANS interview)

Lomas Jha | March 6, 2026 8:32 PM

Tel Aviv, March 6 (IANS) David Mencer, the spokesman for the Israeli Prime Minister's Office, has said that Operation 'Roaring Lion' launched by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) and US against Iran is making "great progress" as the conflict entered its sixth day on Friday. In an exclusive interview with IANS, Mencer said that Iranian ballistic missile sites, which were a threat to Israel and other countries in the region, have been destroyed.

Philippines' ASEAN chairmanship faces delicate balancing act amid rising tensions: Report

IANS | March 6, 2026 7:36 PM

Kuala Lumpur, March 6 (IANS) With growing regional tensions in South-East Asia, the Philippines’ ASEAN chairmanship will be evaluated not by new declarations but by how effectively it can stabilise the bloc through prudent diplomacy, sustain dialogue among fragmented stakeholders, and ensure the forum’s relevance in addressing shared challenges, a report detailed.

Nepal elections: Prachanda wins as Oli and Gagan Thapa trail

IANS | March 6, 2026 7:19 PM

Kathmandu, March 6 (IANS) Former Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has been elected from Rukum East-1 to the House of Representatives, becoming one of the few top leaders from traditional political parties to secure a win in the elections to the House of Representatives held on Thursday.

Unrest in PoK after local police officers ignored for top post: Report

IANS | March 6, 2026 7:12 PM

Colombo, March 6 (IANS) The appointment of a junior police officer from Pakistan’s Punjab province as Inspector General of Police (IGP) in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has triggered unrest within the local police force, with six senior officers questioning the decision on grounds of seniority, merit, and institutional morale, a report said on Friday.

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