Author: ZORAIZ KLASRA

2025 was the year of Trump as the administration launched a historic overhaul of the U.S. nuclear posture to deter four-adversary threats. The “Golden Dome” executive order prioritized $25 billion for a layered missile defense system, shifting focus from rogue states to peer competitors. A strategic emphasis on the “non-strategic triad” brought nuclear-armed cruise missiles back to the Indo-Pacific and European theaters. The Pentagon initiated the “uploading” of warheads onto Minuteman III ICBMs, signaling a departure from previous New START treaty constraints. In a move shrouded in strategic secrecy, the Trump administration has begun an aggressive expansion of the United…

Epstein Files Unleash Political Firestorm: Redactions Fuel Skepticism and Division as bipartisan leaders threaten the DOJ with contempt. The DOJ released 13,000+ documents, but heavy blackouts have left lawmakers and the public demanding transparency. New photos show high-profile figures like Bill Clinton, while missing files involving Donald Trump have sparked accusations of selective editing. Victims and survivors express heartbreak over “delayed justice” and the shielding of elite enablers. In a move mandated by the bipartisan Epstein Files Transparency Act, the U.S. Justice Department released over 13,000 documents and hundreds of photos recently. The Justice Department’s December 22, 2025, release of…

Illegal labor in Malaysia remains a critical challenge as premier shopping centers are found to be bypassing strict immigration protocols. Recent investigations into Pavilion Damansara reveal that undocumented workers are being sheltered in basement quarters to avoid police detection. Government officials warn that corporate negligence is undermining the national strategy to reduce dependency on undocumented migrants. Advocacy groups are calling for a “Tier 1” enforcement approach to hold high-profile commercial entities accountable for labor violations. KUALA LUMPUR — In the shimmering atrium of Pavilion Damansara, where the scent of expensive perfume mingles with the polished gleam of marble, the machinery…

The Venezuela oil blockade of December 2025 has reduced exports from nearly 1 million bpd to an estimated 258,000 bpd. China, the primary buyer of Venezuelan crude, has condemned the blockade as “international piracy” but has avoided military escalation. Brent crude remains stable near $60/bbl due to global oversupply, despite the naval interdictions in the Caribbean. The legal dispute centers on unpaid arbitration awards from the Venezuela oil nationalization of 2007, involving billions owed to ExxonMobil and ConocoPhillips. As of December 21, 2025, the Caribbean has become the flashpoint of a high-stakes geopolitical drama. Following President Donald Trump’s declaration of…

Toshakhana-2 case verdict resulted in a 17-year prison sentence for both PTI founder Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, delivered at Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail. Verdict confirmed a 10-year rigorous imprisonment under sections 34 and 409 of the PPC, alongside a 7-year term under the Prevention of Corruption Act. Verdict imposed a substantial fine of Rs16.4 million on the couple, with the court noting that failure to pay will lead to additional time behind bars. Toshakhana-2 case verdict included a mandate for leniency, as the judge explicitly considered Imran Khan’s age and Bushra Bibi’s gender when finalizing the duration of…

Brown University shooting suspect was found dead after a multi-state manhunt, ending days of fear across New England. Trump administration immediately suspended the Green Card Lottery, citing the suspect’s immigration status. Hundreds of thousands of global Green Lottery aspirants now face uncertainty due to one accused individual’s actions. Repeated campus shootings still fail to trigger meaningful U.S. gun control reforms. The discovery of the Brown University shooting suspect dead inside a New Hampshire storage facility has brought grim closure to one of the most disturbing academic attacks in recent U.S. history. Yet the end of the manhunt has opened a…

US Europe losing Ukraine war as Russian ground forces expand control beyond expectations Russia controls nearly 19% of Ukraine and plans faster offensives by 2026 Trump offers no Ukraine peace roadmap, strengthening Moscow’s leverage Europe faces rising security risks as U.S. leadership appears uncertain The Ukraine war is entering a decisive phase, and the balance of power is increasingly tilting in Moscow’s favor. Despite billions of dollars in Western military aid, intelligence sharing, and sanctions, the United States and Europe are failing to alter the battlefield reality. Russia is advancing steadily, consolidating territorial control, and shaping the political endgame—while Ukraine’s…

China semiconductor breakthrough marks Beijing’s first real step toward producing Nvidia-grade chips domestically Xi Jinping’s long-term R&D strategy prioritized AI, defense, and chip self-sufficiency over Western reliance U.S. export bans on Nvidia and advanced chips failed to stop China’s technological momentum Japan, Europe, and the U.S. now face a weakened leverage in the global semiconductor race China has made a decisive and historic leap in advanced semiconductor manufacturing, a breakthrough that is rapidly reshaping the global technology balance and challenging decades of Western dominance in chip production. At a time when trending global searches range from old dominion vs south…

China Fujian aircraft carrier: Fujian is China’s most advanced aircraft carrier, with electromagnetic catapults and stealth jet compatibility. Transit through Taiwan Strait highlights Beijing’s naval modernization and maritime sovereignty assertion. Carrier-based patrols include J-10 fighters and H-6K bombers, demonstrating multi-dimensional capabilities. China’s growing fleet strengthens regional influence in the South China Sea and Indo-Pacific trade routes, while attracting global attention alongside trending events like Guadalajara vs Barcelona and MIT professor shot. China’s newest and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, made a highly visible transit through the Taiwan Strait on Tuesday, marking its first passage since entering service last month.…

Trump Brokered Ukraine Peace Deal: European leaders have launched an International Claims Commission to address war damage and accountability linked to the Ukraine war. The move signals Europe’s preparation for a Trump brokered Ukraine peace deal and post-conflict settlement framework. Frozen Russian assets and EU member contributions are being discussed to fund Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction. Europe is seeking to safeguard international law amid concerns over possible amnesty clauses in future peace negotiations. European leaders are accelerating preparations for a post-war Ukraine, signalling a major strategic shift as momentum builds around a Trump brokered Ukraine peace deal. The Islamabad Telegraph has…