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Magnitude 4.0 earthquake strikes Afghanistan weeks after deadly tremor

Sydney, Dec 15: Police have identified the gunmen behind the deadly Bondi Beach shooting as a father-son duo from Lahore, Pakistan. The attack, which occurred during the ‘Chanukah by the Sea’ event, claimed 16 lives, including the elder shooter. Fifty-year-old Sajid Akram was fatally shot by police during the incident, while his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram was wounded and is receiving treatment at a hospital, New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon confirmed. The victims ranged in age from 10 to 87 years. Bondi Beach shooters identified as Pakistani-origin father-son duo Following the attack, heavily armed police raided the family’s home in Bonnyrigg and an Airbnb property in Campsie. Authorities also discovered a vehicle containing several improvised explosive devices on Campbell Parade in Bondi. Commissioner Lanyon confirmed that the incident is being treated as a terrorist attack. The Joint Counter Terrorism Team (JCTT), comprising state and federal agencies, believes the attackers pledged allegiance to the Islamic State. Two IS flags were recovered from the attackers’ car, one of which was visible on the vehicle’s bonnet in footage from the scene. ASIO had previously taken an interest in Naveed Akram in 2019 after foiling plans for an IS-inspired attack, though he was later assessed as not posing an ongoing threat. Investigators also found that Naveed had links with an IS operative currently serving a prison sentence for planning insurgent activities. Commissioner Lanyon said Sajid Akram had held a licensed firearm for the past 10 years. Naveed Akram, an unemployed bricklayer, reportedly lost his job two months ago. The family lives in a three-bedroom home in Bonnyrigg along with Naveed’s parents, sister, and brother. Naveed’s mother expressed shock over her son’s involvement, stating she could not recognise him in images from the scene and did not believe he was capable of such violence or extremist activity.
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Bondi Beach shooters identified as Pakistani-origin father-son duo

Islamic Emirate Bans Sale of Pakistani Fruits, Vegetables & Medicines; Strict Action Announced for Violators
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Islamic Emirate Bans Sale of Pakistani Fruits, Vegetables & Medicines; Strict Action Announced for Violators

India Urges Pragmatic, Nuanced Engagement with Taliban at UNSC Briefing
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India Urges Pragmatic, Nuanced Engagement with Taliban at UNSC Briefing

Australia Enforces Social Media Ban for Under-16s, PM Albanese Says Move Will Restore Childhood
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Australia Enforces Social Media Ban for Under-16s, PM Albanese Says Move Will Restore Childhood

Trump Signals Possible New Tariffs on Indian Rice Amid US Farmers’ Dumping Allegations
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Trump Signals Possible New Tariffs on Indian Rice Amid US Farmers’ Dumping Allegations

Kuwait has revoked the citizenship of 24 individuals, including the prominent Islamic preacher Tariq al-Suwaidan, according to a decree published in the Kuwait Today official gazette.
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Kuwait has revoked the citizenship of 24 individuals, including the prominent Islamic preacher Tariq al-Suwaidan,...

Field Marshal Asim Munir Appointed Pakistan’s First Chief of Defence Forces
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Field Marshal Asim Munir Appointed Pakistan’s First Chief of Defence Forces

New Delhi: Indian security agencies are closely monitoring renewed discussions within Pakistan’s military establishment over the possible creation of a Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Headquarters inside the GHQ, Rawalpindi — a move that could significantly reshape Pakistan’s command structure and long-term strategic posture. From India’s perspective, the debate marks an important moment in Pakistan’s ongoing internal recalibration. A unified CDF command would bring the Pakistan Army, Air Force, and Navy under a single top-tier authority, potentially streamlining decision-making on defence, crisis response, and operational planning. Indian analysts believe such restructuring could signal Islamabad’s attempt to modernise its military architecture in line with global models, especially during a period of political volatility and economic strain. While the idea of a tri-services command has surfaced intermittently in Pakistan, intelligence assessments suggest it has gained renewed traction recently. According to reports available with Indian agencies, several senior retired Pakistani officers have pushed for this structure in closed-door sessions. One of the influential figures associated with the early conceptual framework is Lt Gen (r) Faiz Hameed, former DG ISI, whose tenure was marked by assertive institutional positioning. Indian strategic watchers note that a “key decision” involving Lt Gen (r) Faiz is expected soon — though its exact nature remains unclear. New Delhi views any development involving him with particular interest, given his past role in regional dynamics, his influence within power blocs inside Pakistan, and his deep imprint on the military-political landscape during critical periods. Within Pakistan, the proposed CDF HQ has reportedly triggered debates over its potential to alter inter-service equations. For India, such shifts are significant because Pakistan’s military remains the central driver of its security and foreign policy. A unified command could mean faster coordination, more integrated force posture, and possibly tighter centralised control over strategic assets. However, Indian experts caution that the creation of a CDF structure may also deepen internal frictions within Pakistan’s military hierarchy. Rivalries among service branches, apprehensions over shifting authority, and Rawalpindi’s sensitivity to institutional balance could delay or derail the proposal. No official announcement has been made so far, but Indian agencies believe the coming months may offer clearer signals. If implemented, the restructuring could mark a decisive transformation in Pakistan’s defence framework — a development New Delhi will continue to assess closely for its implications on regional security, crisis management, and military preparedness.
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Pakistan in Flux: Indian Security Circles Track Power Shifts as Debate Grows Over New CDF...

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‘Joke Of Aid Diplomacy’: Colombo Angered After Pakistan Sends Expired Relief Supplies

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