February 9, 2026

276 MNAs Missed Sessions in Pakistan's 23rd National Assembly: Fafen Report

The latest Fafen report reveals 276 out of 332 MNAs missed at least one sitting during the 23rd National Assembly session. Only 56 attended all. PM Shehbaz Sharif and other key leaders skipped all meetings.

February 9, 2026

PTI’s Election Protest Strike Sees Partial Shutdown and Police Arrests Across Pakistan

PTI-led strike protested 2024 election rigging. Partial shutdown in Peshawar, full in Quetta. Markets open in Lahore and Islamabad. Police blocked protests and arrested over two dozen workers in Islamabad.

February 9, 2026

Balochistan Police Arrests 1,698 Suspects, Recovers Kidnapped Victims and Huge Narcotics Cache

Balochistan Police launched a massive crackdown, arresting 1,698 suspects and recovering six kidnapped people. They seized weapons, over 7,000 kg of drugs, stolen vehicles, and illegal items across the province.

February 9, 2026

Washington Post CEO Will Lewis Departs After Major Job Cuts; Jeff D’Onofrio Takes Over

Washington Post CEO Will Lewis quits immediately after the paper made drastic job cuts. Jeff D’Onofrio replaces him as the media giant faces fierce challenges and angry readers.

February 9, 2026

Hamas Chief Declares No Disarmament or Foreign Rule in Gaza Amid Ceasefire Talks

Hamas leader Khaled Meshal firmly rejects disarming or foreign control in Gaza, emphasizing resistance as a right under occupation. He urges the new 'Board of Peace' to take a balanced approach for Gaza’s future.