Author: ZORAIZ KLASRA

ZORAIZ KLASRA

Zoraiz Klasra is the National Security and Defence Correspondent for The Islamabad Telegraph. He specializes in exposing hybrid warfare, disinformation campaigns, and regional threats to Pakistan. His investigative reporting focuses on covert networks involving India, Israel, and anti-state proxies.

Iran executed three men on Wednesday — Azad Shojaei, Edris Aali, and Iraqi national Rasoul Ahmad Rasoul — over alleged espionage for Israel. The executions took place in Urmia Prison, West Azerbaijan province, with authorities claiming the men smuggled “assassination equipment” into Iran. This brings the total to six executions for suspected spying since June 16, amid a broader crackdown linked to the recent Iran-Israel war. Amnesty International and activists warn of a possible wave of politically motivated executions as Tehran tightens internal security post-ceasefire. DUBAI — Iran has executed three more individuals accused of spying for Israel, state-run IRNA…

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U.S. B-2 stealth bombers deployed from Missouri, possibly en route to Guam, amid Iran-Israel conflict escalation. President Trump to decide within hours whether to join Israeli airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facility at Fordo. Israel strikes Iran’s Ahvaz region, killing senior IRGC commanders and targeting missile infrastructure. Iran vows retaliation, warns U.S. involvement will be “extremely dangerous,” while rejecting full nuclear rollback. WASHINGTON — The United States has moved multiple B-2 stealth bombers from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri toward the Pacific, signaling a possible American entry into the intensifying conflict between Iran and Israel. The deployment comes just hours…

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President Trump is seriously considering authorizing U.S. Special Forces to strike Iran’s nuclear sites, despite warnings from key advisors. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has defiantly rejected Trump’s call for surrender, vowing that Iran will not be intimidated. The Israeli Air Force has already conducted major strikes on Tehran, escalating regional tensions and forcing thousands to flee the capital. Deep divisions have emerged within Trump’s MAGA base, with influential allies warning against dragging America into another Middle East war. WASHINGTON/TEHRAN – June 18, 2025 — In a moment freighted with danger and defiance, the world teeters on the edge…

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Tehran has secretly approached Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Oman to urge U.S. President Donald Trump to pressure Israel into agreeing to an immediate ceasefire. Gulf states confirmed Iran’s willingness to pause hostilities if Israel halts its attacks, potentially reopening the path to nuclear negotiations. A draft ceasefire plan by Oman proposes Iran suspend nuclear enrichment for up to 3 years under IAEA supervision in exchange for U.S. sanctions relief. Oil prices surged past $117 a barrel as global markets reacted to the growing risk of a regional war disrupting energy supplies. In a high-stakes diplomatic maneuver cloaked in denial and…

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Tariffs Take Center Stage: U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on steel, aluminum, and autos dominate the summit, with allies like Japan, Canada, and the EU seeking relief through trade concessions and defense commitments. Middle East Tensions Rise: The Iran-Israel war has turned into a regional crisis, forcing G7 leaders to discuss urgent diplomatic initiatives to prevent a wider conflict and economic fallout, especially in global energy markets. Ukraine Pushes for More Support: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky uses the summit to lobby for renewed Western aid as Russian forces escalate attacks in Kharkiv and Donbas, raising pressure on NATO and…

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MEMRI’s “Balochistan Studies Project” is a cover for anti-Pakistan propaganda, led by a known Israeli intelligence-linked figure and fronted by a BLA sympathizer. India and Israel are collaborating in hybrid warfare against Pakistan, using separatist voices like Mir Yar Baloch to promote ethnic discontent and internationalize false narratives. The so-called Baloch representatives do not speak for the majority, who support peace, development, and integration within Pakistan. This coordinated disinformation campaign threatens national unity and CPEC’s progress, but Pakistan’s civil and security institutions are actively countering the threat. In a chilling development that underscores the evolving nature of hybrid warfare, the…

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India launched missile attacks on Bahawalpur, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad after midnight, sparking immediate regional alarm. Pakistan Air Force downed three Indian jets, including a Rafale, in a swift counterattack; no PAF aircraft damaged. Information Minister confirmed ongoing retaliation, while ISPR warned of further response “at a time of Pakistan’s choosing.” National Security Council convened in Islamabad; armed forces on high alert with international diplomatic efforts underway. In a brazen act of aggression that risks plunging South Asia into full-scale war, India launched missile attacks on Pakistani territory shortly after midnight. Pakistan’s military swiftly retaliated, downing three Indian fighter jets, including…

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In a revealing conversation with Kaswar Klasra, host of the flagship program of Islamabad Telegraph, political analyst and journalist Jennylyn Gleave gave an insightful breakdown of the state of America under the leadership of Donald Trump. Glade, known for her deep analysis of foreign policy, American domestic politics, and international relations, walked through the complexities of the current political climate in the United States, offering a nuanced perspective on how Trump’s return to power has shaped both domestic policy and global perceptions. From immigration policies to trade relations, Gleave carefully examined the internal divisions within America, as well as the…

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