The Syria Crisis and Israel’s military involvement in the region have become two of the most pressing issues in the Middle East, with far-reaching geopolitical consequences. Syria Crisis: Ongoing Civil War and Humanitarian Disaster The Syrian Civil War, which erupted in 2011, began as peaceful protests calling for greater political freedom. However, the violent crackdown…
The Supreme Court’s constitutional bench on Friday conditionally allowed military courts to pronounce reserved verdicts of 85 civilians who were still in custody for their alleged involvement in last year’s May 9 riots. A significant development in Pakistan’s legal and political landscape. This decision is “conditional,” meaning it likely includes specific stipulations to ensure compliance…
On December 3, 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol took the extraordinary step of declaring martial law, accusing the opposition Democratic Party of engaging in “anti-state activities” and attempting to obstruct governmental operations. This sudden decision sparked an immediate response from lawmakers, with 190 of South Korea’s 300 parliamentarians convening to demand its revocation….
Negligent Road Construction Risks Major National Treasury Loss Soon Times Correspondent Khushab After a long period of neglect, the construction of much-deteriorated Khushab Katha Road has finally commenced. Unfortunately, however, the patience of those traveling on this road has also been squandered. The Executive Engineer of the Khushab Highway Division, in collusion with local authorities,…
Jaba Forest-police collusion facilitates smugglers in evading checkpoints Thhati Bangla checkpoint personnel and Malakwal patrol staff are implicated Soon Times Correspondent Khushab / Chakwal / Talagang / Attock Despite Section 144, deforestation continues in the Soon Valley, with valuable timber being smuggled into KP. Corrupt individuals within the Forest Department and Punjab Police aid these…
The killing of Yahya Sinwar, a key figure responsible for some of Hamas’ most violent actions, is a clear example that those who engage in terrorism often do not end peacefully. Although his death marks a tactical success, it does little to change the situation in a region where the fall of one leader often…
By Mushtaq Khan Ahmad Khan, a seasoned journalist from Pakistan, embarked on an unexpected journey to the heart of the South China Sea dispute. As he sailed through the contested waters, the salty breeze carried whispers of ancient maritime routes and modern-day tensions. He encountered the personified nations involved in the conflict, each with their…
The Society for the Protection of the Rights of the Child (SPARC) organized a seminar titled “Sustainable Tobacco Control Policies: A Way to Healthier Pakistan.” The event brought together government officials, public health advocates, civil society members, anti-tobacco activists, and youth leaders to address the growing tobacco epidemic in Pakistan and advocate for comprehensive policy…
Soon Times Correspondent _________ Karachi The UK-funded Climate Finance Accelerator (CFA) Pakistan began its Investor Roadshow in Karachi, showcasing seven climate mitigation projects across sectors like power, e-mobility, healthcare, agriculture, and technology. The CFA, implemented by DAI Pakistan, has provided these projects with technical and financial expertise to prepare them for investment, marking a milestone…
Soon Times Correspondent _________ Sargodha In Sargodha, police launched a crackdown on a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest rally, resorting to baton-charging PTI workers. During the clash, law enforcement arrested dozens of participants, including three members of the Provincial Assembly. According to details, PTI workers attempted to hold a rally in the Satellite Town area, upon…
