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How China Got Benefit from Pakistan and India Conflict
In a dramatic turn of events during a recent India-Pakistan conflict, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) reportedly downed a French-made Rafale fighter jet using the JF-17 Thunder, a multi-role combat aircraft developed jointly by China and Pakistan. Though official confirmation is still pending, the symbolic value of this event is already resonating across global defense and strategic communities.
By Zakir Ullah9 months ago in The Swamp
War Between Brothers: A Call for Peace in South Asia
The world watched in horror as tensions between Pakistan and India erupted once again into a full-blown conflict in these recent days. What began as a border skirmish soon escalated into one of the most destructive confrontations in recent South Asian history. While the international media flooded timelines with statistics and breaking updates, the real cost of this war—human lives, fractured communities, economic collapse, and regional instability—remains far more than what any headline can convey.
By Zakir Ullah9 months ago in The Swamp
How Pakistan and India Ceased Fire by U.S.?
In one of the most historic moments of South Asian diplomacy, the decades-long tension between India and Pakistan found a sudden pause with a surprising but decisive intervention by the United States. On May 10, 2025, an immediate ceasefire was declared between the two nuclear-armed nations after a night of high-level negotiations. This article explores how the United States orchestrated peace talks between these long-standing rivals and the implications for the region and the world.
By Keramatullah Wardak9 months ago in The Swamp
Did the IMF Just Help Terror Groups? Pakistan Gets $1 Billion and the World Is Worried
The IMF gave Pakistan $1 billion, but many believe the money could support terror groups. Has the IMF ignored the dangers?
By Sangita Nandi9 months ago in The Swamp
The Water War: When India Blocked Pakistan’s Rivers and History Was Made at the Border . AI-Generated.
This article represents the author's personal views, inspired by real events and patriotic spirit. It aims to honor national resilience and raise awareness about geopolitical issues.
By Aleesha Ilyas9 months ago in The Swamp
War or Peace?
India and Pakistan have had a long and complicated relationship that has included periods of tension, conflict, and attempts at peace. Since both countries gained independence in 1947, they’ve had their share of wars, military standoffs, and peace talks. However, despite their relationship's ups and downs, war frequently hangs over it. Where We Stand Now: Rising Tensions
By AlaTrend9 months ago in The Swamp
Pro Life Journalist Gets Sucker Punched in the Face by New York Woman . Content Warning.
A pro-life conservative journalist gets sucker punched by a Bronx woman. The video went viral with mixed reactions. Was she wrong for sucker punching her or she got what she deserved? Or Was she doing her journalism job? Before I give my personal opinion, let's discuss what happened before the brutal attack.
By Gladys W. Muturi9 months ago in The Swamp
The Canada Disability Benefit Is Failing the People Who Need It Most
We've been waiting for 2 years to see a poverty reduction program come to life for Canadians struggling with disabilities. The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) was intended to be the historic step that would help to reduce and eventually end disability poverty from coast to coast. It's taken years of consultations, advocacy, and legislative debate; when the benefit finally passed into law in 2023, and was included in the 2024 federal budget, we thought we had finally seen a victory on the horizon.
By Autumn Stew9 months ago in The Swamp
Real ID Deadline 2025
Time’s up! After years of delays, the Real ID deadline is finally here: May 7, 2025. Starting this week, your standard driver’s license might not be enough to board domestic flights or enter federal facilities. But don’t panic—this guide breaks down everything you need to know to stay prepared, including alternatives, state-specific tips, and answers to common questions. Let’s dive in!
By AB C9 months ago in The Swamp
What History Teaches Us About the Far-Right’s Tactics
Let’s stop pretending this is new. The rise of far-right “fight clubs,” nationalist street gangs, and hypermasculine paramilitary cosplay isn’t some fringe phenomenon. It’s the modern reboot of a very old, very dangerous playbook — one we’ve seen before, often just before the world catches fire.
By Jeff Olen9 months ago in The Swamp
Monotonous Ads and The Same Themes.. Content Warning.
Adverts have always been a mechanism for pushing a product. How a product is better than its rival, whatever that product may be. Ads years ago were often funny and were effective in their campaigns without pushing agendas as they do today. Ads today are so agenda-driven that minorities are overrepresented at the expense of others. Blacks, bearded people, LGBTQ, and people in mixed-race relationships seem to be the only game in town. Together with people's dull decor in their rooms and dull clothes to boot. Everything green and brown, so what we have in this world of ads is that there is no diversity in ads that are supposedly reflecting diversity.
By Nicholas Bishop9 months ago in The Swamp
Donald Trump’s 100 Days in the Oval Office. AI-Generated.
As Donald Trump marks his 100th day in office during his second presidential term, the global economy braces for the ripple effects of his aggressive trade policies and domestic reforms. While supporters hail his focus on “America First” populism, critics warn that his tariff-driven agenda, paired with sweeping immigration crackdowns and fiscal austerity, risks plunging the U.S. into a self-inflicted recession. This analysis dissects the early impacts of Trump’s policies, their geopolitical ramifications, and the mounting concerns among economists.
By David Snam9 months ago in The Swamp