Pakistan’s Army Chief Meets Trump: A Strategic Lunch Amid Global Tensions
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Pakistan’s Army Chief Meets Trump: A Strategic Lunch Amid Global Tensions

(By Khalid Masood) In a striking diplomatic maneuver, U.S. President Donald Trump will host Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal (FM) Syed Asim Munir, for a closed-door lunch at the White House on June 18, 2025. This rare engagement, detailed in the president’s official schedule, marks a pivotal moment in U.S.-Pakistan relations, signaling…

U.S. Military Buildup in the Middle East: Assessing Movements and Intentions Amid Iran Tensions
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U.S. Military Buildup in the Middle East: Assessing Movements and Intentions Amid Iran Tensions

(By Khalid Masood) As of June 17, 2025, media and social media reports indicate a significant U.S. military buildup in the Middle East, aimed at deterring Iran and supporting Israel amid rising tensions. The deployment includes carrier strike groups, B-2 stealth bombers, special munitions stockpiles, and Army and Marine units, signaling a posture for potential…

Trump Mobile: A Bold Foray into America’s Telecom Market
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Trump Mobile: A Bold Foray into America’s Telecom Market

(By Khalid Masood) On June 16, 2025, beneath the gilded chandeliers of Trump Tower, Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump unveiled Trump Mobile, a wireless service and smartphone brand poised to challenge America’s telecom titans. Launched on the 10th anniversary of Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, this venture marries the Trump family’s knack for branding…

G7 Summit 2025 Part-II: Declarations, Departures, and Diplomatic Biases
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G7 Summit 2025 Part-II: Declarations, Departures, and Diplomatic Biases

(By Khalid Masood) In the serene yet tense setting of Kananaskis, Alberta, the 51st G7 Summit, held from June 15 to 17, 2025, convened leaders from the world’s leading democracies to confront a cascade of global challenges. Hosted by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, the summit aimed to forge consensus on climate finance, artificial intelligence…

A Grand Salute: Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the United States Army
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A Grand Salute: Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the United States Army

(Khalid Masood) On June 14, 2025, Washington, D.C., pulsed with patriotic fervor as the United States commemorated the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army’s founding. Established by the Second Continental Congress on June 14, 1775, the Army—born as the Continental Army—has stood as the nation’s “sword and shield,” defending liberty through centuries of valor and…

The ‘No Kings’ Campaign: America’s Revolt Against Imperial Power and Its Global Ripples
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The ‘No Kings’ Campaign: America’s Revolt Against Imperial Power and Its Global Ripples

(By Khalid Masood) In the summer of 2025, the United States, long a beacon of democratic ideals, finds itself at a crossroads, roiled by a grassroots movement dubbed “No Kings.” On June 14, millions gathered at 2,000 sites nationwide, their voices rising in defiance of what they perceive as an imperial presidency, emboldened by a…

The Trump Card: A $5 Million Golden Visa and America’s Audacious Immigration Gambit
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The Trump Card: A $5 Million Golden Visa and America’s Audacious Immigration Gambit

(By Khalid Masood) In a gilded flourish aboard Air Force One, President Donald Trump unveiled a shimmering prototype of the “Trump Card” in April 2025, a $5 million golden visa promising U.S. residency to the world’s elite. On June 11, 2025, with a flourish of digital fanfare, Trump announced the launch of TrumpCard.gov, opening a…

Unrest Over Immigration Laws: California’s Spark and the National Ripple Effect in 2025
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Unrest Over Immigration Laws: California’s Spark and the National Ripple Effect in 2025

(By Khalid Masood) In early June 2025, Los Angeles became the epicenter of a national firestorm over immigration enforcement, as protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids erupted into clashes with law enforcement. Sparked by aggressive federal operations targeting undocumented immigrants, the unrest spread from California to cities like New York, Chicago, and Atlanta,…