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Pakistan inducts first Chinese Hangor-class submarine into navy
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Pakistan has inducted its first Hangor-class submarine into the navy. The commissioning took place at China's Sanya port, with President Asif Ali Zardari as the chief guest. It forms part of a deal with China for a total of eight such submarines.
Russia has cleared the export of around 300 R-37M ultra-long-range air-to-air missiles to India in a US$1.2 billion deal, according to media reports. Malaysia-based Defence Security Asia said deliveries could begin within 12 to 18 months. The missiles can target Pakistani support planes such as surveillance and refuelling aircraft.
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In the latest development of the US-Iran peace talks series in Islamabad, special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived Saturday for direct discussions with Iranian representatives via Pakistani intermediaries, following unresolved prior rounds and an extended ceasefire. Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrived Friday amid Tehran's tour.
The England and Wales Cricket Board has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive selection in The Hundred amid reports that Pakistani players may face exclusion from teams linked to Indian owners. The controversy highlights tensions in global cricket influenced by India-Pakistan relations. Franchises pledge to base picks on merit alone.
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In the T20 World Cup, Arshdeep Singh has shared a social media video of opener Abhishek Sharma ahead of the India versus Pakistan match. Abhishek is recovering from a stomach bug, and India awaits clarity on his fitness. The video comes just before the February 15 clash.
Pakistan is selling JF-17 warplanes, jointly developed with China, to the Libyan National Army, a move analysts say could serve as a gateway for Beijing to expand its influence into North Africa. The agreement includes 16 fourth-generation JF-17 fighters and other equipment, to be delivered over 2½ years.
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The German government aims to bring the remaining 535 Afghans with admission promises from Pakistan to Germany by December. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt emphasized close exchanges with Pakistani authorities, as Pakistan issued an ultimatum until year-end. Already 609 people have arrived since September, but promises were withdrawn for around 640.
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