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3 protesters are killed in clashes with police after Pakistan banned an ethnic rights group

Oct. 09, 2024 12:36 PM EDT

PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — At least three people were killed in clashes Wednesday between Pakistani police and supporters of a rights group advocating for the Pashtun ethnic minority, angered by a government ban imposed on the organization this week, local officials said. Officers...

Islamabad complains to Kabul after an Afghan diplomat disrespected Pakistan's anthem

Sep. 18, 2024 09:30 AM EDT

PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Islamabad has complained to Kabul after an Afghan diplomat failed to stand up when the Pakistani national anthem was played during an event in the country's northwest, officials said Wednesday. The Foreign Ministry also summoned Ahmad Shakib,...