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Pompeo: 'President Trump Ultimately Made The Decision' To Hold U.S.-Taliban Talks
Sunday, September 08, 2019
The secretary of state was on the Sunday news talk shows a day after Trump tweeted that a secret meeting to be held at Camp David between leaders of Afghanistan at the Taliban was canceled.
Trump Says He Called Off Secret Talks At Camp David With Taliban, Afghan Leaders
Saturday, September 07, 2019
President Trump says the Taliban admitted to an attack in Kabul that killed an American soldier, so he canceled a planned meeting at Camp David and called off peace negotiations.
The Key Role Pakistan Is Playing In U.S.-Taliban Talks
Friday, August 30, 2019
Critics have long contended that Pakistan has offered the Taliban shelter, if not outright support. Now the country is facilitating negotiations between Washington and the Taliban.
Pakistani Army Takes Journalists To Kashmiri Border To Highlight Work To Secure It
Thursday, August 29, 2019
The Pakistani army took some international reporters to their side of the Kashmiri border to highlight steps they are taking to secure it.
Pakistan Wants The U.S. To Get Involved In The Conflict Over Kashmir
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
In a speech to the nation, Pakistan's prime minister said his country will go to "any length" to support Kashmir. Pakistan, however, is struggling to drum up international support.
Pakistan Tries To Stop Militants From Benefiting From Animal Hides
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
One way for Pakistani charities to raise funds is by collecting animal hides after Eid holiday meals, and selling them to tanneries. But militants also raise money by gathering animal skins.
How Bad Is Pakistan's Plastic Bag Problem? See For Yourself
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Prime Minister Imran Khan's ban on plastic bags in the Islamabad area goes into effect on Aug. 14. Environmentalists say it's a good idea — but argue that the plan is flawed.
Latest Round Of Negotiations End Between The U.S. And Taliban
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
The two sides are trying to negotiate a deal that would allow for the withdrawal of thousands of foreign troops from Afghanistan. There's concern in Afghanistan about what such a deal might mean.
Tensions Increase Over Kashmir
Wednesday, August 07, 2019
India recently revoked the special legal status that the state of Kashmir enjoyed in that country. Now the Pakistani prime minister is warning this could spiral into war.
Pakistan Warns Of War After India's Move To End Kashmir's Special Status
Wednesday, August 07, 2019
Prime Minister Imran Khan said India's revoking the Muslim-majority territory's semi-autonomy will increase cross-border tensions and could lead to "ethnic cleansing" of Muslim Kashmiris.
Pakistan Tests A Plastic Bag Ban In Islamabad
Tuesday, August 06, 2019
On Aug. 14, Pakistan will become the latest country to ban single-use plastic bags. The nation uses 55 billion bags a year, and many wind up clogging rivers and littering the countryside.
Hoping For Improved U.S. Ties, Pakistan's Prime Minister Set To Visit White House
Friday, July 19, 2019
Tensions have beset the U.S.-Pakistan relationship for years. The planned July 22 meeting between President Trump and Imran Khan comes as the U.S. tries to finalize Afghanistan peace negotiations.
Women Who Dare To Bicycle In Pakistan
Sunday, February 03, 2019
If boys can ride bikes, "why shouldn't we?" asked Zulekha Dawood. So she organized a group that goes on weekly excursions — despite the disapproval of many men.
Pakistan Wants To Reform Madrassas. Experts Advise Fixing Public Education First
Thursday, January 10, 2019
The government hopes to reform seminaries, which are often seen as places where students are indoctrinated with extreme interpretations of Islam. Experts argue the entire education system must change.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Tries To Reform Politically Powerful Madrassas
Wednesday, January 09, 2019
Pakistan's Islamic seminaries are widely seen as indoctrinating students with extreme interpretations of Islam. Pakistan's prime minister has vowed to change them. But many madrassas are resisting.
Nostalgia For Vespas Is Fueling A Revival Of The Iconic Scooter In Pakistan
Thursday, January 03, 2019
Many Pakistanis fondly recall riding on the backs of their father's Vespas. In an act of nostalgia, some Pakistanis are restoring the iconic Italian scooters — and many foreigners are snapping them up.
In Pakistan, Women Riding Bikes Fight Taboo: 'We Feel Free'
Saturday, December 29, 2018
Few women dare to ride bicycles in Pakistan, but one community center arranges rides through a conservative slum in Pakistan's largest city. Riders face harassment and violence.
Pakistan's Ex-Prime Minister Sharif Sentenced To 7 Years In Latest Corruption Case
Monday, December 24, 2018
Nawaz Sharif, who was removed from office over a separate corruption case last year, claims that the charges against him are politically motivated.
In Pakistan, Female Police Officers Are Rare. This One Quelled A Militant Attack
Friday, December 21, 2018
"I am, with the grace of almighty Allah, a successful role model for women," Suhai Aziz Talpur says. The senior police official led an operation against militants who attacked the Chinese consulate.
Pakistan Ousts 18 Aid Agencies. Human Rights Minister Tweets 'They Must Leave'
Friday, December 07, 2018
The groups asked to close down operations include Catholic Relief Services, World Vision and Plan International.