Former Pakistani Senator Mushtaq Ahmad has announced his resignation from Jamaat-e-Islami (JI), stating his intention to work independently for human rights, democracy, and constitutional freedoms. Mushtaq, who recently returned to Pakistan after being detained by Israeli authorities during the Global Sea Flotilla mission, said his resignation was submitted on September 19 while aboard the flotilla, though the party has yet to formally accept it. Known for his principled stance within JI, he described the decision as deeply emotional but necessary to create his own political space. Mushtaq clarified that he harbors no personal conflict with party leaders, including JI chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman. He announced plans to launch a mass movement, forming 100,000 “Palestine Committees” across Pakistan to unite citizens for Palestinian justice. Criticizing delayed global action on Gaza, he hailed Hamas’s steadfast struggle as key to current developments.

At the Afghanistan-Pakistan border in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Orakzai district, 11 Pakistani soldiers, including two officers, were killed in a coordinated attack by the banned militant group Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). According to Pakistani security officials, the militants had been lying in wait and opened heavy gunfire on a military convoy. Shortly after, a roadside bomb was detonated, destroying a vehicle carrying the officers and targeting another carrying additional soldiers. The soldiers had been returning from an operation in which 19 TTP militants were killed, and the attack is believed to be retaliation for that operation. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed condolences for the slain soldiers and praised the courage of the security forces. The incident underscores ongoing cross-border security challenges and the persistent threat posed by militant groups in the region.

The United States has approved the sale of advanced AIM-120D-3 medium-range air-to-air missiles to Pakistan, signaling a significant renewal in military cooperation between the two countries. Valued at approximately USD 2.5 billion, the deal will provide the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) with state-of-the-art missiles by 2030, enhancing the combat capability of its F-16 fleet. The contract has been awarded to American defense manufacturer Raytheon, which will also supply similar systems to Turkey and other allied nations. Defense analysts say the AIM-120D-3 — the latest version in the AMRAAM family — offers greater accuracy and extended range, giving Pakistan a decisive edge in aerial warfare. The approval follows recent high-level visits by Pakistan’s top military officials to Washington, including meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump and senior defense leaders, indicating a fresh phase in bilateral defense ties.

Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, has praised Chinese-made military platforms used during the May conflict with India, calling them “exceptionally effective.” In an interview last week, he said modern Chinese systems such as the J-10C fighter jets performed outstandingly, helping Pakistan achieve strategic success. Pakistani media reported that the country claims to have downed seven Indian aircraft, an increase from earlier figures. India, however, disputes this, asserting it destroyed around a dozen Pakistani jets. Chaudhry dismissed Indian claims, emphasizing that no Pakistani aircraft were lost. He also stressed that Pakistan purchases both Chinese and Western equipment, prioritizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness over competition. The comments come amid growing regional attention on Pakistan’s deepening defense ties with China, further reinforced by President Asif Ali Zardari’s recent visit to Chengdu, where Chinese J-10 fighters are manufactured.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Malaysia for a three-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties in trade, investment, education, tourism, and defense. He was received at Kuala Lumpur International Airport by Malaysia’s Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil with a formal guard of honor. On Monday, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will host an official welcome and hold talks at the Perdana Complex in Putrajaya. Both leaders are expected to witness the signing of five MoUs and one training-related Exchange of Note covering tourism, higher education, halal certification, anti-corruption, and SME development. Shehbaz will also present an Urdu translation of Anwar’s book “Script: For a Better Malaysia.” The visit will conclude with a business and investment conference expected to expand trade opportunities and deepen Malaysia–Pakistan strategic cooperation amid evolving regional and global challenges.

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued a warning, saying “this time, God willing, India will be buried under the wreckage of its own jets,” in response to recent provocative remarks by Indian military and political leaders.

His comments echoed social-media claims and past May clashes in which each side has traded accusations about downed aircraft, deepening mistrust between New Delhi and Islamabad.

The military’s Inter-Services Public Relations office cautioned that inflammatory statements could be used as a pretext for aggression and warned that renewed hostilities might bring catastrophic destruction to South Asia.

Asif framed Pakistan as a state built in Allah’s name and described its defenders as ‘soldiers of Allah’, language that analysts say raises the stakes of rhetoric and complicates diplomatic de-escalation. Both sides’ recent public exchanges — including unverified claims about losses and threats to alter borders — have renewed fears of miscalculation; international observers urge restraint and independent verification to avoid an irreversible spiral.

Pakistan has reportedly approached the United States with a proposal to build and operate a port along the Arabian Sea, signaling a potential shift in regional geopolitics. According to the Financial Times report published on October 3, advisers to Pakistan’s army chief, General Asim Munir, have initiated discussions with U.S. officials regarding the project. The plan involves U.S. investors constructing and managing a terminal in Pasni, a coastal town in Balochistan’s Gwadar district, neighboring Afghanistan and Iran. This move could grant Washington strategic access to one of the world’s most sensitive regions while enabling American firms to explore Pakistan’s rich mineral reserves. If realized, the project may influence both U.S.-China competition in the region and Pakistan’s economic alignment, as Pasni lies close to the Chinese-funded Gwadar port, a key component of the Belt and Road Initiative.

Pakistan has welcomed Hamas’s positive reaction to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s new 20-point Gaza peace plan, describing it as a “positive step.” Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar emphasized on X that an immediate ceasefire is essential to end Palestinian suffering, secure the release of hostages, and ensure unhindered humanitarian aid. He also demanded that Israel immediately stop its ongoing attacks. Dar clarified earlier that Trump’s plan differs from draft proposals submitted by Arab and Muslim nations during last month’s UN General Assembly. According to U.S. media outlet Axios, Israel and the United States made significant adjustments to the plan at the request of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The revised proposal connects the withdrawal of Israeli forces to Hamas’s disarmament and permits Israel to remain in a buffer zone until all “terrorist threats” are eliminated. Pakistan’s response reflects its broader call for peace, humanitarian relief, and the protection of Palestinian rights amid the Gaza conflict.

In a major counterterrorism operation in the Zehri area of Khuzdar district, Balochistan, Pakistani security forces killed at least 14 members of the India-backed militant organization “Fitna al-Hindustan.” The operation, launched on intelligence inputs, also left around 20 militants injured. Local residents praised the move, saying it restored peace and stability in the region. Authorities confirmed that operations would continue until the group is fully eliminated. Earlier this week, a similar intelligence-based operation in Sherani district killed seven Indian-supported militants linked to “Fitna al-Kharej” and the banned Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Meanwhile, violence in Pakistan surged by 46% in the third quarter of 2025, with 901 people killed in 329 incidents. Research data shows that 57% of those killed were militants or criminals, while 219 civilians and 166 security personnel also lost their lives. The provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan accounted for 96% of all violent incidents nationwide.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has stated that the 20-point Gaza ceasefire plan announced by U.S. President Donald Trump is not identical to the draft proposed by Arab and Muslim countries. Speaking to local politicians, Dar emphasized that modifications were made to Pakistan’s original draft and that he possesses evidence of these changes. The White House plan calls for a ceasefire, return of prisoners, disarmament of Hamas, and a new political structure in post-war Gaza, excluding Hamas entirely. Trump presented the plan alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and initially gave Hamas 72 hours to respond, later extending it by a few days. Hamas officials said they are reviewing the proposal without feeling pressured. Reports suggest Netanyahu requested significant changes to the original draft during a six-hour meeting with Trump’s team. Pakistan maintains that the Trump-Netanyahu version differs considerably from the original Arab-Muslim draft.

A devastating suicide car bomb attack struck outside the Frontier Corps regional headquarters in Quetta, the capital of Pakistan’s Balochistan province, killing at least 10 people and injuring over 30 others. The blast occurred Tuesday on Zarghoon Road and was followed by intense gunfire. Victims included two security personnel and several civilians, according to provincial health minister Bakhit Muhammad Kakar. CCTV footage showed a vehicle exploding as it approached the FC headquarters. Authorities confirmed it was a suicide attack, with multiple assailants killed in the operation. President Asif Ali Zardari condemned the assault, alleging that militants, misguided by foreign influence, acted on India’s direction. India has yet to respond to the accusation, and no group has claimed responsibility for the deadly attack.

A strong earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter scale struck Pakistan on Friday morning, with its epicenter in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush mountains. Tremors were felt across Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Swat, Charsadda, Buner, Lower Dir, and Mardan, causing residents to rush outdoors in fear. Several aftershocks were reported in Khyber District’s Landikotal. Experts warned that the Hindu Kush region is earthquake-prone, and residents of mountainous areas expressed concern over potential further tremors. No immediate casualties have been reported.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged India to decide whether it wants to remain an enemy or be a good neighbor, emphasizing that both countries must coexist. Speaking to expatriate Pakistanis in London, he highlighted the cost of past wars and called for investing in education, healthcare, and infrastructure instead. He stressed resolving the Kashmir issue, condemned the Gaza crisis, and reaffirmed Pakistan’s readiness for dialogue on equal terms. Recent national achievements, economic progress, and strengthened global standing were also highlighted.

Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan’s chief, Hafiz Naeemur Rahman, on Wednesday congratulated Bangladesh’s Islami Chhatra Shibir for what he called a “historic victory” in the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) election. However, the congratulatory post disappeared from his page shortly afterward.
In the post, Hafiz Naeem claimed that Islami Jamiat-e-Talaba (Shibir) won the DUCSU polls by a wide margin, with its entire panel securing victory — something he described as “unprecedented in Bangladesh’s history.” He further alleged that rival panels had the backing of “India-friendly forces,” yet students chose Shibir.

Pakistan Peoples Party leader Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has accused India of violating the Indus Water Treaty and failing to share flood-related data. Speaking from flood-hit Kasur, he demanded India either follow the treaty or return Pakistan’s rivers. Pakistan expressed concern over incomplete data and called on India to comply fully with international law. Tensions escalated earlier this year after fatalities in Jammu and Kashmir, but a U.S.-brokered ceasefire temporarily stabilized the situation between the nuclear-armed neighbors.