“Pakistan–Saudi Defense Pact: A Blow to U.S. Influence Amid Israel’s Gaza War” Pakistan-Saudi Arabia mutual defense treaty 1. On 17 September 2025, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia entered a Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement (SMDA). 2. Under the treaty, any aggression or attack on one country will be treated as an aggression against both. 3. It commits the two nations to strengthen defense cooperation and enhance joint deterrence. (Al Jazeera) Participants and Context The agreement was signed in **Riyadh**, between Pakistani Prime Minister *Shehbaz Sharif* and Saudi Crown Prince *Mohammed bin Salman*. Senior military officials were also present, reinforcing its strategic nature. Key Details & Ambiguities 1. The treaty uses strong language: “any aggression against either shall be considered aggression against both.” 2. It is described as “comprehensive” in terms of defense cooperation. However, the details are vague in terms of what kind of military means are includ...
Certainly! Here is a detailed description of each verse of the poem by Afzal Shakeel Sandhu, one by one: Verse 1 Original: Hathon se jaisey damn e duniya chuta hua Khwabon ka aik shehr hey Dil mn saja hua Description: The speaker feels as if the grip on worldly life is slipping away from their hands. Despite this, their heart harbors a beautifully adorned city of dreams. This city represents their inner sanctuary, filled with aspirations and visions of an ideal world. Verse 2 Original: Wo shehr jus mn amn o mohabbat ki arzoo Khil khil k phool bn ney ka izhar kr chuki Description: In this dream city, there is a profound yearning for peace and love. This city is vibrant and flourishing, with flowers blooming as a symbol of hope and the expression of beauty and tranquility. Verse 3 Original: Ranj o milal gr che hn taqdeer e zindgi Taqdeer dhool bn ney se inkaar kr chuki Description: Life’s destiny may include sorrow and grief, but the speaker's resolve remains unshaken. They ...