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ADNOC Tanker Hit By Missile in Strait of Hormuz

The UAE has condemned an Iranian missile attack on an ADNOC-linked tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, warning of risks to regional and global energy security, reports Asian Lite News Desk The

August 8, 2026

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Pakistan Politician Wanted in UK Grooming Case Wins PoK Election

Pakistani politician Rukhsar Ahmed, facing UK allegations over historic child sexual abuse, reportedly wins a PoK seat despite remaining on police bail, reports Asian Lite News Desk Former Pakistani state minister Rukhsar

August 8, 2026

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India At Risk Of US Tariffs Under Russia Sanctions Bill

India faces potential US tariffs of up to 100 per cent after the Senate passed a Russia sanctions bill targeting major buyers of Russian energy, reports Asian Lite News Desk India could

August 8, 2026

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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye Formalise Defence Pact

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye sign a mutual defence pact, strengthening regional security cooperation as conflicts involving Iran, Israel, Gaza and Lebanon intensify, reports Asian Lite News Desk Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and

August 8, 2026

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Tale of Two Kashmirs

One Kashmir builds, another boils: The widening divide across the LoC … writes Dr Sakariya Kareem There are moments when geography itself seems to tell a story. High in the Himalayas, a

August 5, 2026

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India warns against shipping attacks

Jaishankar urges Iran to protect commercial shipping and seafarers during escalating Middle East tensions, reaffirming India’s support for dialogue, diplomacy and regional stability, reports Asian Lite News Desk External Affairs Minister S.

August 1, 2026

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US seeks historic $1.5 trillion defence spending plan

Pete Hegseth unveils plans for a $1.5 trillion US defence budget, backing military modernisation, domestic manufacturing and record recruitment under President Trump, reports Asian Lite News Desk US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth

August 1, 2026

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PoJK: The Failure Fuels Protests

The killing of protesting civilians exposes the limits of China-Pakistan development model in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) … writes Dr Sakariya Kareem The latest unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK)

August 1, 2026

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Saudi Arabia Strikes Iran-Backed Militia Targets in Iraq

Saudi Arabia and US forces strike Iran-backed militia targets in Iraq after drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities, as Riyadh vows firm response without escalation, reports Asian Lite News Desk Saudi Arabia’s

July 29, 2026

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Trump Links Saudi Nuclear Deal To Abraham Accords

Trump says Saudi Arabia must join the Abraham Accords before securing a US civilian nuclear deal, linking regional normalisation with strategic nuclear cooperation, reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump

July 25, 2026

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