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Free Public Transport in Punjab & Islamabad Relief or New Challenge __________________ After the govt announced free public transport in Punjab & Islamabad to provide relief amid rising fuel prices, citizens are now facing a different reality. Overcrowded buses, long queues, and management issues have created challenges for daily commuters We spoke to the public to hear their views is this initiative truly helpful or does it need better planning #Pakistan #Punjab #Islamabad #Economy

“Until the US ends its interference with the full freedom of movement for vessels traveling to and from Iran, the status of the Strait of Hormuz will remain under intense control and in its previous state,” said the statement published on Iran’s semiofficial Fars media outlet #IranWar‌ #Pakistan #Hormuz #Trump

Earlier today, Iranian Navy opened fire at Indian oil tanker, Sanmar Herald, when it was trying to cross the Strait of Hormuz [Audio] India summoned Iran’s ambassador, raised strong concern, and urged safe, uninterrupted passage for its vessels through Hormuz [MEA statement] #India #Pakistan #Trump #IranWar‌ #Iran

Imported Fuel Friving Up Electricity Costs | An Interview with Energy Expert Abbas Hasan _____________________ Energy expert Abbas Hasan explains Pak’s power sector crisis He highlights why electricity in Pak is more expensive than in other South Asian countries. He points to heavy reliance on imported fuel and high line losses as major causes of rising costs. He also discusses transmission problems As a solution, he suggests increasing the use of solar power youtu.be/rzcOj2REPck?si… #Electricity #Energycrisis #Loadshedding #importedfuel #PowerSector #Solar #SolarPower #Narramus

Pak at 6.95% sits just below the “distressed” bracket After 3 years, will pay over $100M in interest __________________ ☆ US Treasuries (5-year): 4-4.5% ☆ Gulf sovereigns (Saudi, UAE): 4-5% ☆ Emerging mkts (Indonesia, Mexico): 5-6% _________________ This $500M debt bond won’t build industry or power plants etc - it will quietly keep the system breathing: rolling over old debts, reinforcing reserves, and stabilizing Pak’s external account #Pakistan

Govt announced a Rs32.12 per litre reduction in the price of diesel, lowering it from Rs385 to Rs353 #Pakistan

The world cannot afford another chokepoint like Hormuz Mogadishu still views Somaliland as its territory, while Israeli actions risk deepening fractures in an already fragile region China, increasingly engaged in Somalia, opposes Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, especially given its ties with Taiwan and its push for international legitimacy #Somaliland #Somalia #Turkiye #UAE #Pakistan

On the ground, the conflict has created a clear division b/w eastern & western Sudan, with the Sudanese army controlling the northern, central and eastern states, as well as the capital Meanwhile, the RSF controls Darfur and large parts of the three Kordofan states, and has also opened a new front in the Blue Nile region along the border with Ethiopia #Sudan

It’s not the blockade compelling Iran at this stage, but a quieter assurance embedded in the negotiations - ***that regime survival is not on the table That implicit guarantee, more than coercion, appears to be shaping Tehran’s willingness to engage in a potential bargain #Iran #Pakistan #Trump #IranWar‌ #China

Iran denies Trump’s claims "A Pakistani source involved in mediating between the US & Iran said there was progress in backdoor diplomacy and that an upcoming meeting could result in the signing of a memorandum of understanding, followed by a comprehensive deal within 60 days" #IranWar‌ #Pakistan #Trump

Today is a relief-driven rally Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz + ceasefire signals result in huge sentiment boost But structurally, it’s still a fragile bull run sitting on macro uncertainty #IranWar #Pakistan #Turmp

This isn’t a “deal” yet - it’s a framework for freezing escalation while preserving narratives on both sides ***The technical components reported in Axios story though r telling: Shipping uranium abroad .... removes breakout capability quickly Down-blending domestically ... preserves face-saving sovereignty Medical reactors allowed ... signals “rights intact, weaponization curbed” #IranWar‌ #Pakistan #Trump

Trump denies Axios report. Axios reported that US is exploring a 3-page peace plan with Iran, including releasing $20B in frozen funds for curbs on enriched uranium Trump says that's not the case! #Iran #Pakistan #Trump

Roads Alone Don’t Create Trade ___________________ Roads do not create trade on their own. Trade rises when ports, customs, warehouses, rail, borders, and logistics operators work together as one execution system #Pakistan #Trade #Logistics #Infrastructure #NLC #SupplyChain #Freight #Transport #Narramus

ISLAMABAD ACCORDS - A NEW WEST ASIAN ORDER __________________ As West Asia’s order begins to shift, Pak is no longer standing at the margins. Through balanced diplomacy, strategic restraint, and growing credibility across rival camps, Islamabad is quietly emerging as a trusted facilitator in a region where trust is rare From Tehran to Washington, from the Gulf to wider regional corridors, Pak’s value now lies in its ability to stay relevant across divides If this posture holds, Pak may not just witness the next regional order - it could help shape it #IslamabadAccords #IslamabadTalks #WestAsia #PakistanDiplomacy #RegionalStability #Geopolitics #MiddleEast #SouthAsia #StrategicShift

Reports are quietly circulating that Pak may extend an invitation to PM Modi to attend the prospective “Islamabad Accords” - but only once there is firm indication that Trump would be attending the ceremony For now, it remains unconfirmed chatter, intriguing but far from official #Pakistan #India #Iran #Trump

India’s importance has waned. PM Modi’s Israel visit could turn out to be a long-term strategic blunder that keeps resurfacing #India #Pakistan #Israel #Iran

Reports claim Haibatullah Akhundzada ordered the arrest of Mutasim Agha Jan in Kandahar on April 13. A founder & former aide to Mullah Omar, Mutasim had regained influence recently, raising fears of internal rivalry The claim remains unverified & unclear #Afghanistan #Pakistan #Trump #Russia #China

Pak may have entered the hypersonic club! _______________ Pak Navy confirmed a successful live firing of an indigenously developed ship-launched anti-ship ballistic missile, widely identified as the P-282 “SMASH” Reportedly capable of speeds up to Mach 8, it has a 290–350 km range, follows a maneuvering quasi-ballistic trajectory, and can strike both maritime & land targets from naval or mobile platforms #Pakistan #Warfare #IranWar‌ #China #Russia

Trump could visit Pak if a deal with Iran is signed Islamabad is quietly preparing on the diplomatic front - more telling are the ongoing uplift efforts from Chaklala Airport to the capital #IranWar‌ #Trump #Pakistan #China #Russia