‘Biplomacy’: The ‘crypto bro’ who found Pakistan a seat at Trump’s table

Bilal Bin Saqib (Photo credit: X/@Bilalbinsaqib) In January 2026, Pakistan’s top civilian and military leadership hosted Zachary Witkoff, CEO of the crypto platform World Liberty Financial, for an engagement that closely resembled a state-level visit. While the formal centerpiece was a non-binding letter of intent to explore stablecoin integration for cross-border payments, the high-profile attendance…

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‘Umpires ne bola side ho jaayein’: First-hand account of PSL ball-tampering controversy | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Pakistan cricket has been rocked by a ball-tampering scandal in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). The major controversy erupted during the match between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings, putting captain Shaheen Afridi, opener Fakhar Zaman and fast bowler Haris Rauf under the scanner.The incident occurred in the final over of the match, with…

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PSL hotel security breach! 4 ‘guests’ till 1:25 am; player says ‘Afridi ne koi manmani … ‘ | Cricket News

Pakistan cricket is already grappling with an embarrassing ball-tampering controversy involving Fakhar Zaman, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf during a Pakistan Super League (PSL) match. Now, another issue has added to their troubles. Lahore Qalandars captain Shaheen Afridi and overseas player Sikandar Raza have been accused of breaching team security protocols at their hotel.What…

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‘Enough hopping’: Hardik Pandya wants Shardul Thakur to finish career at Mumbai Indians | Cricket News

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya hugs Shardul Thakur during their match against Kolkata Knight Riders. (Pic credit: IPL) NEW DELHI: Mumbai Indians’ long wait for a winning start to an IPL season finally ended at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, and skipper Hardik Pandya’s heartfelt message to pace bowling all-rounder Shardul Thakur stole the spotlight…

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Watch: Missile shrapnel from Iran causes fire, damage to Israel’s Negev Industrial hub

Iranian ballistic missile attack triggers sirens across southern Israel. Industrial missile impact at an industrial facility south of Be’er Sheva in southern Israel. Iranian ballistic missile attack triggers sirens across southern Israel. Industrial missile impact at an industrial facility south of Be’er Sheva in southern Israel. Iranian ballistic missile attack triggers sirens across southern Israel….

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Iran: Iran issues US troops will be ‘set on fire’ warning; Pakistan to host talks to end war: 10 things to know

Pakistan is preparing to host negotiation talks between the United States, Iran and Israel after a month of war marked by military escalation, diplomatic backchannels and competing claims of progress toward a ceasefire. Islamabad has emerged as a potential mediator, even as Iran hardened its rhetoric against possible US ground operations and President Donald Trump…

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