Deadline naars: BLA releases dramatic footage of alleged captive Pakistani troops
Rugged terrain, Armed guards: Inside the viral BLA hostage video showing seven abducted Pakistani soldiers
IBNS•Feb 20, 2026
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Trump says 200% tariff threat forced India-Pakistan ceasefire: ‘Nothing like money’
Washington DC/IBNS: US President Donald Trump on Thursday reiterated his claim that he acted as a mediator between India and Pakistan during last year's military standoff, asserting that the threat of steep tariffs compelled both nations to resolve the conflict.
IBNS•Feb 20, 2026
UN report raises alarm over possible ethnic cleansing in Gaza, West Bank
Increased Israeli attacks and the forced transfer of Palestinians have sparked concern over ethnic cleansing in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, the UN human rights office, OHCHR, said in a report issued on Thursday.
IBNS•Feb 20, 2026
'We Are Taking Back Control': Canadian Finance Minister Champagne on CUSMA, Asian Trade Shift
Ottawa: Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne declared that Canada is "taking back control of our Canadian economy" amid uncertainties surrounding the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), emphasising diversification through strengthened ties with Asian trade partners.
IBNS•Feb 20, 2026
Trump warns Iran to make 'meaningful deal' as US military buildup intensifies in Middle East
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that it must agree to a “meaningful” deal amid a large-scale American military buildup in the Middle East, saying the United States may be forced to “take it further” if diplomacy fails, media reports said.
IBNS•Feb 19, 2026
'Law must take its course': King Charles after brother Andrew's arrest in Epstein-linked probe
The British royal family will offer its “wholehearted support and co-operation” to police as they investigate former Prince Andrew over alleged misconduct in public office and his links to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, King Charles III said on Thursday.
IBNS•Feb 19, 2026
Taliban legalises domestic violence in Afghanistan without 'serious injury'
Kabul/IBNS: The Taliban has introduced a new penal code that effectively legalises domestic violence against women and children, provided the abuse does not result in “broken bones or open wounds”.
IBNS•Feb 19, 2026
Former UK Prince Andrew arrested over 'misconduct' amid Epstein files row
London/IBNS: Former UK royal Prince Andrew has been arrested at his temporary residence on the Sandringham estate amid an investigation into alleged misconduct in public office, according to reports.
IBNS•Feb 19, 2026
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life over failed martial law bid
Seoul/IBNS: Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life imprisonment for his brief but dramatic imposition of martial law in December 2024, a move the court ruled amounted to rebellion against the state.
IBNS•Feb 19, 2026
Canada: Industry leaders flag procurement hurdles in PM Carney's defence strategy
Prime Minister Mark Carney recently unveiled Canada's first Defence Industrial Strategy, a bold initiative to ramp up domestic defence manufacturing and generate 125,000 jobs.
IBNS•Feb 19, 2026
Fears of US–Iran war grow as military preparations accelerate: Report
Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified sharply, with senior officials and analysts warning that a large-scale military confrontation could erupt within days and stretch on for weeks, even as diplomatic talks continue, according to a report by digital media Axios.
IBNS•Feb 18, 2026
Fears of US–Iran war grow as military preparations accelerate, Axios reports
Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified sharply, with senior officials and analysts warning that a large-scale military confrontation could erupt within days and stretch on for weeks, even as diplomatic talks continue, according to a report by Axios.
IBNS•Feb 18, 2026
'No reason to believe India changed stance': Russia rejects US claim on oil imports
Russia on Wednesday dismissed the US’ assertion that India has agreed to stop importing Russian crude oil, saying it has “no reason” to believe New Delhi has changed its position on energy purchases.
IBNS•Feb 18, 2026
Bangladesh’s ‘engineer’ jibe: How Tarique Rahman became a meme after BNP’s election win
In the aftermath of the Bangladesh general election, a new political jibe has taken hold on social media.
IBNS•Feb 18, 2026
Fresh protests erupt in Pakistan over Imran Khan’s health, sisters accuse Mohsin Naqvi of threats
Islamabad/IBNS: Fresh protests swept across Pakistan on Wednesday as Imran Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), intensified agitation over concerns about his deteriorating eyesight, escalating political tensions in the country.
IBNS•Feb 18, 2026
Crimes against humanity: UN rights experts demand accountability on Epstein files
The large-scale disclosure of materials known as the “Epstein Files” has revealed “disturbing and credible evidence” of what independent human rights experts describe as a possible global criminal enterprise involving systematic sexual abuse, trafficking and exploitation of women and girls.
IBNS•Feb 18, 2026
India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri holds talks with Jamaat-e-Islami chief in Dhaka. Here’s why it matters
India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman on the sidelines of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in ceremony in Dhaka.
IBNS•Feb 18, 2026
US: 18-year-old arrested after sprinting toward Capitol with loaded shotgun. All details inside
An 18-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday after he allegedly ran toward the US Capitol carrying a loaded shotgun, authorities said.
IBNS•Feb 18, 2026
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei aims at Donald Trump, US forces as Iran-US nuclear diplomacy continues
The second round of indirect nuclear talks between the United States and Iran is underway in Geneva, as both sides attempt to resolve tensions over Tehran’s nuclear programme.
IBNS•Feb 17, 2026
Tarique Rahman takes oath as Bangladesh PM
Tarique Rahman, who led BNP to victory in the general polls held last week after months of political uncertainty since ex-PM Sheikh Hasina's exit from Bangladesh amid widespread violence on August 5, 2024, took oath as the PM on Tuesday.
IBNS•Feb 17, 2026
Indian national accused of sexually assaulting minor arrested in US
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials have arrested an Indian national who is accused of multiple offences, including sexually assaulting a minor.
IBNS•Feb 17, 2026
From Kapil Dev to Gavaskar: 14 cricket greats step in for jailed Imran Khan, write to Pakistan govt
Several former cricket captains, including 1983 World Cup-winning skipper Kapil Dev and Sunil Gavaskar, have written a joint letter to the Pakistani government urging it to ensure proper medical care and dignified treatment for jailed ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan.
IBNS•Feb 17, 2026
Yunus revives ‘Seven Sisters’ pitch in farewell speech, sparks fresh buzz before BNP takeover
Bangladesh’s interim government chief Muhammad Yunus once again stirred debate by invoking the term “Seven Sisters” — a reference to India’s northeastern states — without naming India, while highlighting the region’s “immense economic potential” in his farewell address.
IBNS•Feb 17, 2026
Afghanistan retains status as world’s weakest passport in February 2026 Henley Index
Afghanistan’s passport continues to rank as the weakest globally, according to the February 2026 Henley Passport Index.
IBNS•Feb 16, 2026
Pakistani court hands 13-year-old Christian girl to alleged kidnapper husband — Parents devastated
A Pakistani court this month gave the custody of a 13-year-old Christian girl to the man who had kidnapped, converted her to Islam and married her, media reports said.
IBNS•Feb 16, 2026
BLA issues 7-day ultimatum to Islamabad as it claims custody of 7 Pakistani soldiers
The separatist militant group Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed that it is holding seven members of Pakistan’s security forces and has issued a seven-day ultimatum to Islamabad to negotiate a prisoner exchange.
IBNS•Feb 16, 2026
Embarrassing scene in Munich? Viral video shows Asim Munir nearly stopped, asked to flash ID at Munich Security Summit
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir was seen in a viral video being stopped by a security official during an event in Munich, Germany, after he was reportedly asked to visibly display his identity card.
IBNS•Feb 15, 2026
Munich protests draws 200,000 against Iran crackdown as Pahlavi urges US action
Munich: Around 200,000 people gathered in Munich on Saturday to protest Iran’s crackdown on anti-government demonstrations, according to police estimates.
IBNS•Feb 15, 2026
German defence minister sees easing transatlantic tensions after first day in Munich Security Conference
Munich: German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said he saw signs of easing tensions in transatlantic relations following the first day of the Munich Security Conference.
IBNS•Feb 15, 2026
US conducts 10 strikes on 30 ISIS targets in Syria in two weeks
The US Central Command has announced that its forces conducted 10 strikes against more than 30 ISIS targets in Syria between February 3 to February 12.
IBNS•Feb 15, 2026
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