Deadly Suicide Attack on Army Checkpoint in Bajaur Leaves 12 Dead, Including Security Personnel and a Child

Feb 17 — A vehicle packed with explosives was driven into a military checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan, resulting in the deaths of 11 security officials and one child, the Pakistan Army reported on Tuesday. The attack comes as the country faces a renewed wave of militant violence. The blast occurred on Monday in the Bajaur … Read more

Grand Passing-Out Parade Held for 68th Batch of FC Balochistan (North) in Loralai

A dignified passing-out parade for the 68th Batch (Phase II) of Frontier Corps Balochistan (North) was held at the FC Training Centre Loralai, where 1,104 recruits successfully completed their training. Inspector General FC Balochistan (North), Major General Muhammad Atif Mujtaba, inspected the parade and congratulated all the graduating soldiers and their families for their dedication … Read more

Pakistan Air Force Wraps Up “Golden Eagle” Exercise Focused on AI-Driven, Net-Centric Warfare

The Pakistan Air Force has successfully completed its large-scale “Golden Eagle” military exercise, which emphasized artificial intelligence–powered and network-centric combat operations, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Held within the Southern Air Command’s operational domain, Exercise Golden Eagle was designed to assess the force’s combat readiness and agility through the coordinated use of its … Read more

Bangladesh Air Chief Holds Talks in Islamabad on JF-17 Aircraft

Pakistan and Bangladesh’s air force leadership held in-depth talks on the possible acquisition of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. The JF-17 Thunder is a multi-role combat aircraft jointly produced by Pakistan and China. It has demonstrated its operational effectiveness during military standoffs with India in 2019 and again … Read more

PAF Successfully Tests Indigenous ‘Taimoor’ Air-Launched Cruise Missile

The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has successfully carried out a flight test of its locally developed “Taimoor” weapon system, the military’s media wing announced on Saturday. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) described the test as a major step forward in strengthening Pakistan’s indigenous aerospace and defence capabilities. According to ISPR, the Taimoor … Read more

Avalanche Claims Lives of Army Officer, Soldier, Civilian in Gilgit-Baltistan

Three individuals — a Pakistan Army officer, a soldier, and a civilian — lost their lives on Saturday after an avalanche hit parts of Gilgit-Baltistan, according to the military. The army said the incident occurred during a snow-clearing mission aimed at reopening the Burzil Pass using heavy equipment to enable the movement of troops in … Read more

Violations of Pakistan’s Sovereignty Will Face Decisive Action: CDF

Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, on Wednesday cautioned that any attempt to undermine Pakistan’s sovereignty or territorial integrity would invite a strong and unambiguous response. He made these remarks while addressing participants of the 18th National Workshop on Balochistan at the General Headquarters (GHQ). According to … Read more

Pakistan Army Hosts CUVAS Students for Defence Awareness Visit

Students from the Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (CUVAS), Bahawalpur, participated in an insightful and memorable exposure visit arranged by the Pakistan Army, aimed at enhancing their understanding of national defence and military preparedness. As part of the visit, the students were taken to the Khairpur Tamewali firing range, where they observed tank … Read more

Former Spymaster Faiz Hameed Challenges 14-Year Sentence in Military Court

Former Director General of Inter-Services Intelligence, Faiz Hameed, has formally challenged the verdict handed down by a military court by filing an appeal against his sentence. His counsel, Mian Ali Ashfaq, confirmed that the petition was submitted on December 27, though he declined to share further particulars of the appeal. Previously, a Federal Court Martial … Read more

Army Major Martyred, Five Terrorists Killed in Bajaur IBO: ISPR

A Pakistan Army officer embraced martyrdom while five militants were eliminated during an intelligence-led operation carried out by security forces in Bajaur district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). In an official statement released on Monday, the military’s media wing said the operation was conducted in the Khar area following confirmed … Read more

Kalat IBO: Four Indian-Backed Terrorists Killed: ISPR

Pakistan’s security forces carried out an intelligence-driven operation in Balochistan’s Kalat district, resulting in the death of four terrorists, according to a statement released on Sunday by the military’s media wing. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the operation was conducted on Saturday after receiving intelligence about the presence of militants linked to Fitna-al-Hindustan. The … Read more

Who Could Lead Pakistan’s Most Powerful Intelligence Office?

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In Pakistan’s security ecosystem, few decisions carry as much long-term consequence—and attract as little public clarity—as the appointment of the Director General of the Inter-Services Intelligence. The office commands enormous institutional weight, yet its succession is rarely preceded by open signals. Instead, it unfolds through subtleties: professional trajectories, operational trust, and moments of proximity that … Read more