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Pakistan has eliminated the luxury tax on sanitary pads. This decision aims to make menstrual hygiene products more accessible.

Pakistan has claimed that a framework for a deal between Iran and the United States has been reached. Iranian authorities stated that assassinations and strikes over the past year have failed to deter them. The country remembers another recent bloody conflict. The memo was reportedly related to freezing Iranian assets.

The ruling was reported by Times of India. This decision reinforces the country's stance on severe sexual offenses.

Pakistan has demanded urgent global action at the UN Security Council to halt Israel's deepening incursion into Lebanon. The call comes amid ongoing conflict in the region.

Finnish radio discussed Pakistan's relations with the US and mentioned Donald Trump. Finnish radio programming has featured discussions on the complex relationship between Pakistan and the United States, with references to former President Trump. US radio broadcasts are discussing allegations that the Department of Justice has unfairly targeted and weaponized its power against Donald Trump. Some argue that the DOJ has been used as a weapon to harm him.

A sanitization operation in Pakistan's North Waziristan area resulted in the deaths of 22 terrorists identified as Fitna al-Khawarij. The operation was reported by tribune.com.pk. The train was reportedly transporting military personnel home for Eid when it was attacked by armed separatists. A bomb attack near a train in Pakistan resulted in at least 19 fatalities and 70 injuries.

Pakistan is focusing on cybersecurity as it transitions to a digital economy. The IT Minister highlighted momentum in the cybersecurity sector, with investment in AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. Governments and cybersecurity firms are pushing for faster patch deadlines due to rising AI-driven threats. A federal bill proposes a grant program to train the cyber workforce, reflecting a global focus on enhancing digital security. This shift is driven by emerging AI threats.

A federal bill has been proposed to establish a grant program aimed at training the cybersecurity workforce. This initiative aligns with Pakistan's move towards a digital economy and highlights a investment in cybersecurity as agentic AI expands the attack surface.

The attack occurred in a region known for militant activity.

Militants stormed an army post in northwest Pakistan, killing at least eight troops and injuring 35 others. Authorities are investigating the incident and have blamed Afghanistan for harboring militants. Security forces are responding to the incident and pursuing the attackers. Security forces have launched an operation to apprehend the attackers. The attack occurred in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Nine attackers were reportedly killed in the ensuing exchange. This incident follows three militant attacks in recent days that have killed nearly 20 people. The insurgents reportedly used a vehicle-borne explosive device to breach the post. The attack occurred in an area that makes contact tracing and testing difficult for healthcare workers. Militants attacked an army post near Afghanistan's border, using explosives before opening fire.