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Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Express Tribune
Land dispute claims four lives in Rawalpindi
A deadly ambush in Kahuta's Bhoun Road area of Rawalpindi claimed the lives of four individuals, including two brothers, over a land and financial dispute. According to a police spokesperson, the victims — brothers Samar Iqbal and Junaid Iqbal, along with their companions Mateen and Shoaib — were ambushed while traveling at night. Four armed assailants opened fire near Ari Syedan, killing all four occupants on the spot. CPO Rawalpindi Khalid Hamdani took notice of the incident, and senior police officials, including SP Saddar Nabeel Khokhar, reached the scene. Forensic evidence was collected, and the bodies were shifted to a hospital for autopsy via Rescue 1122. A murder case has been registered at Kahuta Police Station on the complaint of the victims' uncle, Muhammad Yaqoob, who stated that the attackers — Sheer Bahadur, Hafiz Rustam, and others — had prior disputes over land in Sihala. According to the FIR, the victims were lured out under the pretext of a task, and while passing through Bhoun Road, were ambushed by the suspects hiding in bushes. The attackers used Kalashnikovs and other weapons, fired at the vehicle, dragged the victims out, and fired again before fleeing. SP Saddar confirmed that both parties had ongoing land and enmity disputes and w ere already wanted in various cases in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Teams have been formed to arrest the suspects. IG Punjab Dr Usman Anwar took notice of the quadruple murder and directed the RPO and CPO to ensure swift arrests, deploying all available resources.
The Star
14-07-2025
- The Star
Huge weaponry discovered, 58 detained in Afghanistan's Helmand province
FILE PHOTO: In this file photo taken on August 27, 2017, US Marines and Afghan Commandos stand together as an Afghan Air Force helicopter flies past during a combat training exercise at Shorab Military Camp in Lashkar Gah in Helmand province. - AFP KABUL: Police have discovered a huge quantity of arms and ammunition in southern Afghanistan's Helmand province over the past three months, with 58 people arrested, provincial director for counter-criminal activities Mawlawi Abdul Satar Amin said Sunday (July 13). The weaponry, which included 45 pistols, seven Kalashnikovs, nine other types of assault rifles, hundreds of projectiles and other military equipment, was discovered during operations in the provincial capital Lashkar Gah and several districts over the past three months, the official said.
Hans India
13-07-2025
- Hans India
Huge weaponry discovered, 58 detained in Afghanistan
Kabul: Police have discovered a huge quantity of arms and ammunition in Afghanistan's Helmand province over the past three months, with 58 people arrested, Provincial director for counter-criminal activities Mawlawi Abdul Satar Amin said on Sunday. The weaponry, which included 45 pieces of pistols, seven pieces of Kalashnikovs, nine pieces of other types of assault rifles, hundreds of projectiles and other military equipment, was discovered during operations in the provincial capital Lashkar Gah and several districts over the past three months, the official said. All the collected arms and ammunition were handed over to the concerned authorities recently, the official asserted. Police have also taken into custody 58 individuals on charges of involvement in criminal activities such as theft, armed robbery, and murder, the official said, adding police won't allow anyone to create law and order problems in the province, Xinhua news agency reported. In similar operations, police also reported the discovery of arms and ammunition, including 13 pieces of AK-47 and six rocket launchers, in Helmand's neighbouring Kandahar province on Saturday. On July 5, the counter-terrorism police discovered a similar case, including more than 100 pieces of firearms, during a series of operations in the same province over the past two months, said a statement of the Ministry for Interior Affairs. The 105 pieces of variety of assault rifles including 14 stocks of Kalashnikovs, 63 pieces of pistols, a rocket propelled grenade, some machineguns and more than 3,000 of bullets of light and heavy weapons have been recovered during operations in different parts of the province, the statement posted on the Ministry's X account added. Police have also taken into custody a number of people for carrying arms illegally and handed them over to the judiciary for further investigation, the statement noted, without revealing the exact number of individuals detained back then. In similar operations, police also discovered and seized six AK-47 assault rifles in the northern Sari Pul province the week before.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taliban's bizarre tourism promo goes viral packed with graphic scenes and Kalashnikovs, leaves viewers stunned
Taliban tourism push: A controversial Taliban tourism video has gone viral, leaving people around the world stunned and confused. The clip, widely shared on social media, shows graphic footage that resembles beheading scenes, fighters holding Kalashnikovs, and military-style parades—all under the banner of promoting tourism in Afghanistan. The video, originally posted by the account @afghanarabc on X (formerly Twitter), quickly sparked a global debate. Many are calling it one of the most bizarre and disturbing travel promos ever seen. What exactly is in the Taliban tourism promo video? The video—roughly one minute long—features Taliban fighters in military uniform carrying assault rifles, often with smiles or poses meant to appear friendly. But it doesn't stop there. Viewers are exposed to intense visuals: formations of armed men, battlefield-style training, and brief clips that closely resemble scenes of executions or beheadings. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kate Middleton's Daring Outfit Took Prince William's Breath Away Learn It Wise Undo شاهد الرسالة القوية التي وجّهها شباب أفغانستان إلى الولايات المتحدة! #أفغانستان_بالعربي #افغانستان — أفغانستان بالعربي (@afghanarabc) July 5, 2025 What makes it particularly jarring is the way it's edited. The video uses upbeat background music and transitions that mimic modern influencer-style travel vlogs. It showcases desert landscapes, mountain routes, and traditional bazaars—only to cut suddenly to armed men flaunting AK-47s. Live Events The bizarre mix of violence and scenic beauty is clearly aimed at rebranding Afghanistan's global image, but the reaction has been far from positive. Why is the Taliban promoting tourism now? Since regaining power in August 2021, the Taliban have tried various ways to appear more 'normalized' to the outside world. Promoting tourism is one of their recent efforts. Surprisingly, data suggests that interest in traveling to Afghanistan—especially among thrill-seeking influencers and vloggers—has been rising. According to Business Insider , nearly 14,500 foreigners have visited Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover. Many of these visitors come from Russia, China, Turkey, and Middle Eastern countries. Some of these tourists post vlogs and photos showing what they call 'the other side of Afghanistan,' with footage of ancient architecture, bustling markets, and quiet mountainsides. But unlike those more polished efforts, the Taliban's promo video shows a version of the country that's raw, militant, and openly threatening. How have people reacted to the Taliban's viral promo? The reaction online has been swift and intense. Viewers across platforms described the video as 'creepy,' 'disturbing,' and 'darkly ironic.' One user commented, 'How can they promote tourism with images that look like war crimes?' Another wrote, 'This isn't a travel ad—it's a warning.' Experts say this is a form of soft propaganda —the Taliban trying to shape public perception while still holding onto their militant identity. Dr. Ibraheem Bahiss, an analyst on Afghan affairs, told Al Jazeera in March, 'The Taliban are very conscious of their image but often miscalculate what appeals to the outside world.' Is Afghanistan really open for tourism under the Taliban? Technically, yes. But it's important to understand the risks. Western governments, including the U.S., U.K., and Canada, have strongly advised against all travel to Afghanistan , citing terrorism threats, arbitrary detentions, and the complete collapse of formal legal systems. Even though some influencers and tourists have visited and returned safely, most of their trips are arranged through Taliban-approved guides, with strict limitations. Women tourists often face added restrictions, including being banned from certain public areas, and Afghan citizens—especially women—still lack basic freedoms. According to Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International, Afghanistan under Taliban rule has seen widespread repression, especially against women, minorities, and journalists. In 2024, Afghanistan was ranked one of the least free countries in the world by Freedom House. What does this viral Taliban video really tell us? The story behind this viral Taliban promo isn't just about a strange travel video. It's about how a militant regime is using modern tools—like social media, vlogs, and video editing—to shift the narrative in their favor. But the inclusion of beheading-like visuals , armed fighters, and propaganda-style music shows how detached this attempt is from global tourism norms. Rather than attracting genuine travelers, the Taliban may have unintentionally reminded the world of the violent past—and present—they still represent. FAQs: Q1. What is in the Taliban's bizarre tourism promo video? A1. The promo shows armed fighters, graphic scenes, and war imagery presented as tourism. Q2. Is it safe to travel to Afghanistan under Taliban rule? A2. Most governments strongly warn against travel due to extreme safety and human rights risks.
The Star
23-06-2025
- The Star
Afghan police discover arms, ammunition
KABUL: Personnel of counter-terrorism have discovered a quantity of weapons and ammunition in eastern Afghanistan's Paktia province, the Ministry of Interior Affairs said in a statement on Monday (June 23). The contrabands, which included Kalashnikovs, pistols, grenades, a large quantity of cartridges and bullets, and other illegally preserved military equipment, have been seized during operations on the outskirts of Samkani district, the statement said. Without furnishing details on whether anyone was arrested on the charges of keeping illegal weapons and ammunition, the statement added that the military tools had been handed over to the relevant authorities. Earlier, police discovered armaments and arrested ten individuals on the charges of keeping and carrying the arms illegally in eastern Laghman province last week. The Afghan interim government has rounded up thousands of arms and a huge quantity of ammunition as part of efforts to stabilise the security situation across the war-ravaged country. - Xinhua
