IMF approves USD 1B loan to Pakistan amid India's objection over cross-border terrorism

May 09, 2025

India, however, firmly opposed providing funds to a country that continues to sponsor cross-border terrorism, warning that such support carries reputational risks for global...

Pakistan-Iran relations go to rack and ruin

Sep 14, 2022

Islamabad [Pakistan], September 15 : The adjacent nations of Pakistan and Iran have long been involved in a face-off as border incursions, cross-border terrorism,...

Nepal-Tibet floods: A Himalayan climate security warning demanding urgent cross-border action: Analysis

Aug 28, 2026

The Diplomat warns that the Tibet-Nepal border flash flood highlights severe transboundary climate risks in the Himalayas. Experts urge regional cooperation, stricter infrastructure oversight,...

Israel passes new environmental law adopting European standards for industries

Apr 04, 2024

The reform will allow the State of Israel to align with the environmental standards of the European Union and reduce pollution and environmental risks...

WHO warns of cross-border spread as polio remains endemic in Pakistan, Afghanistan

Jul 29, 2025

The WHO has confirmed nine new polio cases in Afghanistan and Pakistan and warned of rising cross-border transmission risks. It urged stronger regional cooperation...

Centre proposes complete ban on Carbosulfan insecticide over health, environmental risks

Aug 25, 2026

The Central government moves to ban Carbosulfan insecticide, which is widely used on paddy, cotton, and horticulture crops in India, as per an official...