Pakistan is facing concerns about potential military action from India following the Pahalgam terror attack. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar stated that there was "credible intelligence" of a possible strike by India within 24-36 hours, citing baseless allegations. The Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has given his military operational freedom to respond to the incident. Pakistan has urged India to conduct a transparent international probe and has sought involvement from Russia and China. The UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has called for restraint and dialogue between India and Pakistan, while the US is expected to help de-escalate the situation through phone calls with Indian and Pakistani counterparts.
https://www.firstpost.com/world/pakistan-stock-exchange-crash-india-military-action-pahalgam-terror-attack-13884378.htmlPakistan has closed its airspace for Indian airlines amid heightened tensions with India following the Pahalgam attack in disputed territory. The relations between Islamabad and New Delhi have deteriorated significantly, with India blaming Pakistan for the attack, which Islamabad denies as a "false flag operation". In response, four Indian Rafale jets were forced to retreat after being identified by Pakistani forces while patrolling in Indian-occupied Kashmir (IIOJK). US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to speak with foreign ministers from both countries to urge calm and avoid further escalation. Pakistan's Information Minister has offered a credible investigation into the attack, accusing India of pursuing an "irrational path" and warning that any military adventurism by India would be responded to decisively.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/602521-pakistan-has-credible-intelligence-of-possible-indian-military-actionMian Zahid Hussain, Chairman of the National Business Group Pakistan, has stated that India's narrative on terrorism has collapsed internationally due to lack of support from countries and organizations. Despite diplomatic efforts, Prime Minister Mian Shahbaz Sharif's offer for an independent investigation has shifted global opinion against India. The veteran leader attributes this to India's failed media campaign, with the global media largely ignoring its accusations. Hussain criticizes India's regional ambitions, saying they clash with reality, and notes that Pakistan's stance on peace is gaining international recognition. He also highlights the effectiveness of Pakistan's countermeasures, such as closing airspace to Indian aircraft, which has resulted in significant losses for India.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40360241/indian-narrative-collapsed-on-international-stage-mian-zahidPakistani troops have been engaging in unprovoked firing at various locations along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir since India suspended the Indus Water Treaty in response to the Pahalgam terror attack on April 24. The firing escalated to the Sunderbani and Naushera sectors in Rajouri district, followed by a ceasefire violation in Jammu's Pargwal sector. Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian airlines, suspended trade, and warned that any attempt to divert water under the Indus Water Treaty would be considered an "Act of War".
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/pakistan-army-initiates-unprovoked-firing-along-loc-in-jk-india-responds-swiftly/article69507738.eceRussian officials are threatening to strike Sweden and Finland with nuclear weapons if they retaliate against Russia. The threats come after Ukraine blamed Russia for a bombing that killed several high-ranking officials, including Lt-Gen Igor Kirillov and electronic warfare expert Yevgeny Rytikov. Russian President Vladimir Putin's ally, Dmitry Medvedev, warned that Sweden and Finland, the latest NATO members, are now targets of nuclear revenge due to their membership in the Western military alliance. The threats were made after Russia rejected Western boots on the ground in Ukraine, with former Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu stating that Moscow would take "preventive measures" if necessary.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14662979/Putin-mouthpieces-declare-British-blood-spilled-terrifying-WW3-threat-Kremlin-accuses-Britain-supplying-explosives-killed-general.htmlThe ringgit strengthened against several currencies, including the Japanese yen and euro, due to ongoing uncertainties over US tariff issues, which has led to lower demand for the greenback. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd's chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid attributes this to questions over the US dollar's status as a safe-haven currency. Meanwhile, SPI Asset Management's managing director Stephen Innes believes the ringgit is benefiting from speculative tailwinds related to worst-case tariff scenarios.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/04/30/ringgit-closes-firmer-against-us-dollar-on-softer-greenback-demand/175082Dozens of Pakistani nationals living in India are fleeing the country after their visas were cancelled as a response to an earlier move by India. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to meet with his Indian and Pakistani counterparts to encourage both sides to find a "responsible solution".
https://channelnewsasia.com/watch/at14-17-india-pakistan-tensions-20-5100116US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that the US would give up on mediation unless Russia and Ukraine put forward "concrete proposals" for a ceasefire. The warning comes as the US president, Donald Trump, celebrates 100 days in office with a vow to end the war in his first 24 hours back in the White House.
https://www.news18.com/world/if-there-is-no-progress-us-threatens-to-walk-out-of-russia-ukraine-ceasefire-talks-ws-kl-9318489.htmlRussian forces have targeted Dnipropetrovsk region in Ukraine for the first time since the invasion in February 2022, with 16 strikes reported in Kharkov city, leaving 39 wounded. The Security Service of Ukraine has arrested defense officials accused of supplying defective shells to Russian forces, including a plant director and a former Defense Ministry official, who allegedly reduced production costs by using poor-quality materials to increase profits. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calls for an unconditional ceasefire as the first step towards peace in Ukraine.
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