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UAE Welcomes Ceasefire Agreement Between Pakistan and Afghanistan – A New Chapter of Hope for the Region

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, the United Arab Emirates has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan, calling it a positive and humanitarian step towards restoring peace and stability in the region. The UAE’s statement reflects its consistent role as a bridge for dialogue, unity, and cooperation among Muslim nations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE praised the mediation efforts of Qatar and Türkiye, acknowledging their contribution in bringing both sides to the table. This gesture underlines the UAE’s belief in collective diplomacy that lasting peace is achieved not through pressure, but through partnership and understanding. UAE officials described the ceasefire as “a humanitarian victory more than a political achievement”, emphasizing that calm along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border will open doors for trade, education, and cross-border cooperation. For Pakistan, this peace offers renewed opportunities for economic growth and border stab...

Twin blasts in Swat: A Tragic Accident Caused by Negligence


 On Monday, the Kabal town of Swat was rocked by twin blasts that resulted in the deaths of 17 people and left 70 injured. The initial assumption was that it was a militant attack, but a preliminary investigation by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police has ruled out this possibility, and instead revealed that the blasts were caused by an electrical short circuit at a munitions warehouse.

The tragic incident is a result of negligence on the part of the authorities responsible for the safety and security of the people. The warehouse, which stored rocket-propelled grenades, mines, and other arms seized in different cases, should have been maintained and monitored properly to prevent any untoward incidents.

The loss of nine officers, three civilians, and five recently detained militants who were being held there for investigation is a painful reminder of the importance of proper safety measures. The lives lost cannot be replaced, and their families will never be the same.

The KP caretaker government has formed a two-member fact-finding committee to investigate the incident, but this cannot bring back the lives lost or heal the wounds of the injured.

It is imperative that the authorities responsible for the safety and security of the people take all necessary measures to prevent such accidents in the future. Proper maintenance and monitoring of storage facilities, regular safety drills, and the use of the latest technology for detecting and preventing such incidents are essential to ensure the safety of the people.

The tragedy in Swat should serve as a wake-up call for the authorities to take the safety and security of the people seriously. The loss of innocent lives due to negligence is unacceptable, and steps must be taken to prevent such incidents from happening again. The people of Swat deserve better, and it is the responsibility of the authorities to ensure their safety and security at all times.

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