Air pollution and politics pose cross-border challenges in South Asia
LAHORE, Pakistan (AP) — The air smells burnt in Lahore, a city in Pakistan’s east that used to be famous for its gardens but has become infamous for its terrible air quality.
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Pakistan seeks to de-escalate crisis with Iran after deadly airstrikes that spiked tensions
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan’s political and military leaders on Friday moved to de-escalate tensions with Iran after this week’s deadly airstrikes by Tehran and Islamabad that killed at least 11 people and marked a significant escalation in fraught relations between the neighbors.
Understanding a week of missile strikes across Middle East
The past week has seen new rounds of violence across the Middle East, deepening fears of conflict spreading in an already unstable region.
Pakistan, Iran agree to ‘de-escalate’ tensions after tit-for-tat attacks
Pakistan and Iran’s foreign ministers emphasised ‘brotherly relations’ during a phonecall on Friday, Islamabad said.
Commentary: As South Asia prepares to head to the polls, brace for a possibly violent election year
SINGAPORE: Along with many parts of the world, four South Asian countries — Bangladesh, Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka — face elections this year. Their elections come at a time of somewhat peculiar situations in their domestic political landscapes.
‘Low-trust’ ties: What’s next for Pakistan, Iran after tit-for-tat attacks?
The neighbours appear to be de-escalating tensions, but their border security concerns will have deepened, say analysts.
‘Credibility at stake’: Why did Iran strike inside Pakistan amid Gaza war?
Tehran’s attacks on Pakistani, Iraqi and Syrian territory have only one thing in common, say analysts: a show of strength at a time Iran feels especially threatened.