India and U.S. Sign 10-Year Defence Framework

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2025

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On October 31, 2025, the United States and India formalised a 10-year defence cooperation framework, marking a significant deepening of military ties between the two nations. U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth described the pact as a cornerstone for regional stability and said military

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Afghanistan and Pakistan Extend Border Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2025

Istanbul-based talks mediated by Turkey and Qatar have resulted in Afghanistan and Pakistan agreeing to extend the ceasefire originally brokered in Doha on October 19 2025. The extension comes amid talks aimed at creating a monitoring mechanism and scheduling a senior-officials meeting on November 6. The arrangement underlines both countries’ intention to refrain from

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At Least 50 Killed In Israeli Strikes On Gaza

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

Gaza’s Hamas-run civil defence agency said at least 50 people, including children, were killed in overnight Israeli airstrikes across the Strip. The strikes came just weeks after a fragile ceasefire deal, raising fears of renewed escalation. Over 200 others were reportedly injured in the bombings. Details Of The Strikes According to Gaza authorities, the airstrikes […]

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Israeli Strikes Kill Over 30 in Gaza Amid Fragile Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk October 29, 2025

Israeli forces launched a series of airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, resulting in at least 30 deaths and dozens of injuries, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency. The strikes, described by the Israeli prime minister’s office as “powerful,” occurred despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement earlier this month. What Led to the Strike Israeli […]

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Pakistan And Afghanistan Talks End Without Agreement

By BPN News Desk October 28, 2025

Peace negotiations between Pakistan and Afghanistan wrapped up in Istanbul on October 28 without reaching any formal settlement. The talks, which were aimed at consolidating the ceasefire agreed on October 19, failed to produce results as both sides remained divided over cross-border militancy. Agenda And Key Differences Pakistan pressed Afghanistan to rein in the

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US Warns Hamas of Possible Attack on Gazan Civilians

By BPN News Desk October 19, 2025

The U.S. State Department has warned that it has credible intelligence suggesting Hamas may plan an attack on Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip. Officials described the threat as “a direct and grave violation” of the current ceasefire. Warning Without Details The U.S. did not release specifics on timing, targets, or method of the alleged […]

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Pakistan and Afghanistan Agree to Immediate Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk October 19, 2025

Qatar announced on Saturday that Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire after days of heavy cross-border clashes. The talks, held in Doha with Qatar acting as mediator and Turkey providing support, brought representatives from both countries to the table. Intense Border Clashes The ceasefire agreement follows a week of escalating violence along […]

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Pakistan Strikes Reported in Afghanistan’s Paktika

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2025

Pakistan conducted fresh strikes in Afghanistan’s Paktika province on Friday, according to Afghan officials and local media reports. The reported action came the same day both sides moved to extend a temporary truce while delegations prepared for talks in Doha. There was no immediate official confirmation from Pakistan’s military about specific targets in Paktika, and […]

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Pakistan, Afghanistan Firm on 48-Hour Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2025

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Pakistan time on Wednesday. The truce comes after days of intense cross-border fighting that left dozens dead and many injured. Islamabad described the pause as a chance to open dialogue and prevent further escalation. Clashes Prior to Truce The ceasefire follows the […]

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Trump Reiterates India-Pakistan Truce Claims

By BPN News Desk October 13, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again repeated his claim that he personally brokered a truce between India and Pakistan during the May 2025 conflict. Speaking at a rally, Trump said he resolved the crisis in “just 24 hours” by threatening to impose 100 %, 150 % and even 200 % tariffs on both countries. […]