The Mirage of the Donroe Doctrine
By abandoning the pretext of ideology in favor of overt resource seizure, the United States risks accelerating the very fragmentation it seeks to arrest. The Trap of Strategic OverstretchThe primary contradiction of the Donroe Doctrine lies in its divergence from the prudent strategy of contraction. Instead of consolidating power, the Donroe Doctrine risks bogging the U.S. down in a resource war that drains the treasury while domestic infrastructure crumbles. The Donroe Doctrine attempts to solve a problem that doesn’t exist (supply shortage) with a solution (military occupation) that creates a problem that does (instability). In the final analysis, the Donroe Doctrine is a strategic anachronism.
Source:The Nation
January 13, 2026 12:08 UTC
Ishaq Dar, Saudi Dy FM reaffirm close cooperation within OIC
ISLAMABAD :- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khereiji, Sunday, discussed further strengthening of Pakistan–Saudi strategic partnership. Ishaq Dar met Saudi Deputy FM on the sidelines of 22nd extraordinary session of the OIC, in Jeddah, Foreign Office spokesperson said in a press release. Both sides also reaffirmed close cooperation within the OIC for peace, stability and security in the region. PAKISTAN, EGYPT VOW TO EXPAND COOPERATION ACROSS MULTIPLE DOMAINSDeputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Sunday, reviewed Pakistan–Egypt bilateral relations and reaffirmed commitment to expanding cooperation across multiple domains. Ishaq Dar met with the Egyptian FM on the sidelines of the 22nd Extraordinary OIC Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) in Jeddah, Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press release.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 09:19 UTC
Pakistan calls for 'meaningful' Russia-Ukraine
NEW YORK:- Pakistan has urged Russia and Ukraine to enter into a “sustained, meaningful and structured dialogue” to resolve their raging conflict which will mark the four-year anniversary next month. From the outset, he said, Pakistan’s position has been that dialogue was the only viable path for lasting peace. “Now, more than ever before, the overwhelming global opinion is on the side of ending this conflict through peaceful means,” Ambassador Asim Ahmad pointed out. Pakistan, he added, supports all efforts aimed at resolving the issue peacefully, in a comprehensive and durable manner. He denounced assertions about Russian attacks targeting Ukrainian families, insisting: “The Russian armed forces do not strike civilians.”
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 08:39 UTC
US lawmakers plan Denmark visit as Trump
WASHINGTON – A bipartisan group of US lawmakers will visit Denmark this week as President Donald Trump threatens a takeover of Greenland, an autonomous part of the kingdom of Denmark that houses a US airbase. Trump has repeatedly said Washington must own Greenland to prevent Russia or China from occupying the strategically located and minerals-rich Arctic territory. “One way or the other we are going to take Greenland,” Trump has said while adding he would prefer to make a deal with Denmark. Greenland and Denmark have said that Greenland is not for sale, but Trump has not ruled out taking it by force. Denmark and the US, both NATO members, are scheduled to meet this week to discuss the issue.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 08:39 UTC
KP Governor Kundi questions talks with groups
PESHAWAR – Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi has said that negotiations cannot be held with those who do not accept Pakistan and the principles of the Constitution. Speaking at a press conference in Peshawar, Governor Kundi said that all stakeholders must work together to establish law and order in the province. However, he termed the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister’s demand to go across the border to seek evidence as illogical and absurd, adding that PTI leadership has consistently followed a policy of negative statements and creating unrest. The governor said that the security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is deteriorating, with both security forces and civilians being targeted by terrorists. He concluded by saying that peace is the guarantor of development and that all efforts to rid the province of terrorism will continue.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 08:39 UTC
Trump has options on Iran, but first must define goal
WASHINGTON : US President Donald Trump has options to intervene in protest-hit Iran that range from low to high risk, but choosing his course depends on him deciding his ultimate goal. Iran has been a sworn foe of the United States since the 1979 Islamic revolution toppled the pro-Western shah. The downfall of the Islamic republic in power since then would transform the Middle East. But Trump has previously lashed out against “regime change” as a goal, especially pointing to lessons from US involvement in Iraq, a smaller country. Pahlavi and a number of Republican hawks have voiced opposition to diplomacy, warning it would only give the Islamic republic a lifeline.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 08:39 UTC
Four killed in terrorists firing on Peace Committee in Bannu
BANNU : Four people were killed after terrorists opened fire on a Peace Committee here on Tuesday. According to police, terrorists opened fire on members of the committee in the Hoed area of Bannu. The committee members were returning from a jirga in Gulbadin Landai Dak when terrorists lying in wait launched indiscriminate firing on them, resulting in the deaths of four people. Police stated that those killed in the terrorist attack include a father and his son. Following the incident, police cordoned off the area and launched a search operation, while the bodies of the deceased were shifted to the District Headquarters Hospital.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 08:39 UTC
Transforming Pakistan’s Minerals into Strategic Economic Growth
In a world racing to secure critical minerals for technology, energy, and green growth, Pakistan could become a strategic hub. Transparency, policy reform, and international partnerships are required to turn raw potential into global economic impact. Besides the industrial minerals, Pakistan’s gemstones are estimated to be worth around $450 billion, which consist of emeralds, peridot, ruby, topaz, and aquamarine. “PMIF26 will serve as a key platform for promoting mining awareness, stimulating economic activity, and attracting sustainable investment into Pakistan’s mineral sector,” the minister stated. The unification of the community, policy, and technology is a prerequisite for transforming Pakistan’s mining industry from a purely extractive enterprise into a strategic engine of growth.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 08:39 UTC
JI will not join any electoral alliance, says Liaquat Baloch
LAHORE – Liaquat Baloch, the deputy Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, has reiterated that his party will not join any electoral alliances and will continue its political journey on an independent basis. Addressing party leaders in Lahore, Baloch emphasized that the slogan “Badlo Nizam” (Change the System) was not merely a slogan but a well-organized movement aimed at political transformation. Baloch also called for the release of political leaders and women, stating that the increasing number of political imprisonments was escalating tensions in the country. He highlighted the urgent need for national leadership to come together to resolve political instability, stressing that Pakistan’s political system must evolve to provide every party the right to hold rallies and reach out to the public. Further, Baloch reaffirmed JI’s longstanding support for the struggles of Kashmiris and Palestinians, underscoring the party’s unwavering commitment to standing by oppressed nations.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 08:39 UTC
When Criminal Procedure Fails Public Trust
At the same time, the very same criminal procedure that fails to protect the innocent often enables habitual offenders to remain free. Viewed together, these two situations reveal the central failure of the criminal justice system. When criminal procedure fails, it does more than produce unjust outcomes in individual cases. Above all, institutional accountability must be enforced across all stages of the criminal justice process. Until these structural reforms are undertaken, criminal procedure will continue to fail the public it is meant to serve, leaving justice uncertain and public confidence deeply shaken.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 08:39 UTC
India’s Ties With Bangladesh Fray asElections Loom
Ties began unraveling after the 2024 overthrow of Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s oppressive leader who had strong support from New Delhi. Bangladesh reciprocated by pausing visaoperations for Indians after its mission in New Delhi faced tense protests from right-wing Hindu groups. India long held a favored status in Bangladesh since it helped it in the war of independence in 1971, when Bangladesh split from Pakistan. New Delhi has a troubled past with the B.N.P., which has fiercely rivaled Ms. Hasina fordecades. A second Bangladeshi political force, the conservative Jamaat-e-Islami party, is a trickier one to navigate for New Delhi.
Source:The Patriot
January 13, 2026 00:39 UTC
Elephant kills 20 in Indian state as rescue efforts continue
JHARKHAND - At least 20 people have been killed by a wild elephant in nine days in the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand, officials have said, adding that the animal is yet to be captured. A massive search operation involving more than 100 forest personnel is under way to locate the elephant, officials say. District magistrate Chandan Kumar told the BBC that a forest worker is among the 20 people who have died. In another incident on 5 January, Kundra Bahoda and his two children - six-year-old Kodama and eight-year-old Samu - were killed by the elephant. Forest officials said the elephant was young, agile and frequently changed its location, particularly at night, making it difficult to track.
Source:The Nation
January 13, 2026 00:31 UTC
WhatsApp develops new parental control features: Report
WhatsApp appears to be developing new features aimed at giving parents greater oversight and control over their children’s accounts, WABetaInfo reported Sunday. The outlet, widely regarded as a key source of news on WhatsApp updates, said the messaging platform is exploring tools that would allow parents to manage linked secondary accounts. Under the proposed system, younger users would be able to create accounts with limited functionality, allowing parents to control who can message or call their child, the report said. By default, secondary accounts would restrict interactions to contacts only. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is currently testing the new tools, which are expected to be rolled out in a future update.
Source:The Nation
January 12, 2026 23:40 UTC
12 more arrested in Saddar crackdown on illegal parking mafia
During an ongoing operation against the illegal parking mafia in the Saddar area, authorities arrested 12 more individuals for extorting citizens under the pretext of collecting parking fees. In Karachi’s central Saddar district, action was taken against people illegally charging motorists in and around Regal Chowk, Abdullah Haroon Road and adjoining areas. Assistant Commissioner Hazim Bangwar, who is leading the operation against encroachments and the parking mafia, personally visited Preedy Police Station and ordered the registration of 12 additional cases. All cases were registered on the complaint of the traffic police, following reports of illegal parking charges and mistreatment of citizens by the accused. So far, more than 40 cases have been registered and over 30 individuals taken into custody in connection with illegal parking and unauthorised fees.
Source:The Nation
January 12, 2026 22:55 UTC
KP govt launches home solar scheme for merged districts
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced a home solarization scheme for the province’s merged districts, aiming to provide renewable energy solutions to 1,20,000 households. Under the scheme, each eligible home will receive a two-kilowatt solar kit, complete with an inverter and other accessories. The initiative will cover Bajaur, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Mohmand, and North and South Waziristan districts. The scheme will offer two categories for beneficiaries: a refundable option, where subscribers pay 36 monthly installments of around Rs8,300, and a non-refundable option, where households receive the solar systems free of cost. The project will be implemented using a financial model by the Bank of Khyber, ensuring accessibility and sustainability for households in the merged districts.
Source:The Nation
January 12, 2026 19:51 UTC