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Pakistan: 153 dead in oil tanker truck explosion

Oil tanker truck overturns on Pakistan highway, explodes in giant ball of fire. Explosion apparently caused after someone lit a cigarette.

Pakistan: 153 dead in oil tanker truck explosion

Christian accused of blasphemy for demanding wage from Muslim

Man jailed in Pakistan for refusing to render free service based on Muslim privilege.

Christian accused of blasphemy for demanding wage from Muslim

Pilot abandons cockpit, is found sleeping in business class

Pakistan International Airlines pilot discovered taking 2.5 hour nap in passenger's section during Islamabad-London flight.

Pilot abandons cockpit, is found sleeping in business class

Brothers of Pakistani man claiming to be Jewish call him insane

Relatives of Faisal Benkhald, who adopted the Yiddish name 'Fischel', claim he is mentally ill and has invented story of Jewish heritage.

Brothers of Pakistani man claiming to be Jewish call him insane

20 killed in massacre at Pakistani shrine

Custodian at shrine drugged, stripped victims before murdering them.

20 killed in massacre at Pakistani shrine

First time in decades

Pakistan allows citizen to register as a Jew

Pakistan allows one of its 180 million citizens to publicly register as a Jew for the first time since the 1980s.

Pakistan allows citizen to register as a Jew

Germany sentences Pakistani spy

German court sentences 31-year-old Pakistani to four years and three months in prison for spying on Jewish and Israeli-related targets.

Germany sentences Pakistani spy

The New York Times and its 27-page obsession

The New York Times and its 27-page obsession

Pakistan's defense minister criticized over threat to Israel

Officials in Pakistan’s government criticize defense minister for threatening Israel over a fake news story.

Pakistan's defense minister criticized over threat to Israel

Tweets defuse fake 'nuclear threat' against Pakistan

Using social media, defense officials managed to defuse the tense situation, which was a result of a fake news story. ILTV reports.

Tweets defuse fake 'nuclear threat' against Pakistan

Pakistani Defense Minister threatens to nuke Israel

Pakistan threatens Israel with nukes after fake news report.

Pakistani Defense Minister threatens to nuke Israel

Passenger plane crashes in Pakistan

Civilian plane carrying 47 disappears shortly after takeoff.

Passenger plane crashes in Pakistan

Terrorist massacre of Pakistani Christian village thwarted

Pakistani security forces were praised for beginning to take action to protect Christians.

Terrorist massacre of Pakistani Christian village thwarted

ISIS leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan killed in drone strike

Hafiz Saeed Khan, leader of ISIS branch in Afghanistan and Pakistan reportedly killed in drone strike.

ISIS leader in Afghanistan and Pakistan killed in drone strike

63 dead in Pakistan hospital bombing

Suicide bombing in emergency room in Quetta, southwest Pakistan; 63 dead, over 120 wounded.

63 dead in Pakistan hospital bombing

Pakistan: Christian sentenced to death without hearing evidence

Christian blackmailed over blasphemy, court banned from hearing recording, sentences him - and blackmailers, who held the tape - to death.

Pakistan: Christian sentenced to death without hearing evidence

Taliban splinter claims responsibility for Easter massacre

Jamaat-ul-Ahrar terror organization says it targeted children, Christians celebrating Easter.

Taliban splinter claims responsibility for Easter massacre

Terror battalion foiled trying to free Daniel Pearl's beheader

97 Al Qaeda and LeJ terrorists, including 3 commanders, nabbed in Karachi just before launching jailbreak of notorious killer.

Terror battalion foiled trying to free Daniel Pearl's beheader

Mumbai attacks plotter says he worked for Pakistani intelligence

American who helped survey sites for atrocities on hotels, Chabad house tells Indian court Pakistan provided key support for attacks.

Mumbai attacks plotter says he worked for Pakistani intelligence

Taliban kill 31 in two Pakistan attacks

Two separate Taliban attacks took place in Pakistan on Wednesdy morning leaving 31 confirmed dead and another 70 injured.

Taliban kill 31 in two Pakistan attacks

14 murdered in polio center bombing

Pakistani Muslims blow up vaccination center as part of terror campaign targeting 'sterilization conspiracy against Muslims.'

14 murdered in polio center bombing

Post San Bernardino: How stupid are we supposed to be?

Post San Bernardino: How stupid are we supposed to be?

Venezuela and Pakistan among countries slated to join UNHRC

UN Watch NGO urges UN member states to take action against election of human rights abusers to the UN Human Rights Council.

Venezuela and Pakistan among countries slated to join UNHRC

India: Five Sentenced to Death over Mumbai Bombings

2006 attacks on busy commuter trains killed nearly 190 people; India blames Pakistani intelligence services.

India: Five Sentenced to Death over Mumbai Bombings

Pakistani Muslims to Refugees: Convert, or Become Slaves

Muslim charities tell homeless Christians in Pakistan that they must convert to receive aid, or else become bonded servants.

Pakistani Muslims to Refugees: Convert, or Become Slaves

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ISIS 'Mein Kampf' Blames Israel for Global Terrorism

Experts poring over secret Islamic State dossier found in Pakistan's tribal badlands; Arutz Sheva gains an exclusive look.

ISIS 'Mein Kampf' Blames Israel for Global Terrorism

Saudis to Buy Nukes from Pakistan - US Officials

Saudi Arabia is in discussions to purchase Pakistani nuclear weapons. Riyadh has said that this is how it would respond to a nuclear Iran.

Saudis to Buy Nukes from Pakistan - US Officials

Texas Attackers Honored as Martyrs in Pakistan

For some Pakistanis, terrorists killed by a policeman while attacking 'Draw Mohammed' event in Texas are 'martyrs.'

Texas Attackers Honored as Martyrs in Pakistan

Pakistan: 10 Sentenced to Life in Malala Yousafzai Shooting

Pakistani court sentenced ten men to life in prison for their involvement in a 2012 assassination attempt on Malala Yousafzai.

Pakistan: 10 Sentenced to Life in Malala Yousafzai Shooting

U.S. to Compensate Families of Killed Hostages

The United States will compensate the families of two Al-Qaeda hostages killed in an operation near the Afghan-Pakistan border.

U.S. to Compensate Families of Killed Hostages

Pakistan May Join Saudi Yemen Offensive, Help 'Encircle Iran'

Pakistan, the largest Sunni state by far with a strong military and nuclear weapons, says 'the matter is being examined.'

Pakistan May Join Saudi Yemen Offensive, Help 'Encircle Iran'

Terror Attack on Toronto Financial District Thwarted

Pakistani national arrested after undercover investigation reveals his plan to bomb US consulate, cause 'mass destruction.'

Terror Attack on Toronto Financial District Thwarted

'Last Jew in Pakistan' Beaten by Muslim Mob - Then Arrested

Fishel Benkhald, who is leading a campaign to restore Karachi's Jewish cemetery, attacked after agreeing to debate over minority rights.

'Last Jew in Pakistan' Beaten by Muslim Mob - Then Arrested

Reuters' Afghanistan, Pakistan Bureau Chief Found Dead

Veteran journalist Maria Golovnina reportedly collapsed at Reuters' Islamabad offices Monday.

Reuters' Afghanistan, Pakistan Bureau Chief Found Dead

Pakistan Arrests ISIS Recruiter in Lahore

Suspect worked with local imam to build ISIS presence in Pakistani capital, earned $600 for each person they recruited.

Pakistan Arrests ISIS Recruiter in Lahore

Last Jew in Pakistan Fights for Jewish Cemetery

Pakistan's only self-declared Jew is fighting an uphill battle to maintain Jewish cemetery from encroaching Muslim graveyard.

Last Jew in Pakistan Fights for Jewish Cemetery

Pakistani Appeal of Mumbai Mastermind Bail Next Week

Govt. prosecutor vows to file appeal of bail of terrorist behind Mumbai Massacre, which was delayed after he couldn't get bail ruling.

Pakistani Appeal of Mumbai Mastermind Bail Next Week

Pakistani Appeal on Mumbai Mastermind Bail Delayed

Pakistani government prosecutor has not been able to submit appeal on bail of terrorist - because he hasn't obtained the bail order.

Pakistani Appeal on Mumbai Mastermind Bail Delayed

Al-Qaeda 'Pot' Calls Taliban 'Kettle' Black Over Massacre

Al-Qaeda killed thousands in its attack on the World Trade Center, but their 'hearts bled' over last week's Pakistan massacre.

Al-Qaeda 'Pot' Calls Taliban 'Kettle' Black Over Massacre

Pakistani Judge Challenges Bail for Mumbai Mastermind

After terror mastermind behind massive 2008 terror attacks in India given bail, government prosecutor preps to challenge ruling.

Pakistani Judge Challenges Bail for Mumbai Mastermind

Afghanistan Taliban Condemns Pakistan Taliban Over School Attack

Afghanistan Taliban says intentional killing of innocent people is "against the basics of Islam".

Afghanistan Taliban Condemns Pakistan Taliban Over School Attack

141 Murdered in Taliban Attack on Pakistan School

132 children among the dead in largest attack in years in the country, over 100 others wounded many with numerous gunshots.

141 Murdered in Taliban Attack on Pakistan School

Al-Qaeda Global Operations Chief Killed in Pakistan

Adnan el Shukrijumah eliminated in raid near Afghan border; had planned bombings in New York and London.

Al-Qaeda Global Operations Chief Killed in Pakistan

Pakistan: 61 Dead in Suicide Attack

Most of the people who died in the blast were returning from a daily parade at Wagah, on the India border.

Pakistan: 61 Dead in Suicide Attack

Pakistan University Suspends Staff for Hosting 'Israel' Stall

Islamists attack stall showcasing Israeli culture at mock UN event at Islamic University in Islamabad; 'they smashed everything.'

Pakistan University Suspends Staff for Hosting 'Israel' Stall

Five Taliban Leaders Declare Loyalty to ISIS

ISIS gains ground in Pakistan, as yet another local Islamist group goes global.

Five Taliban Leaders Declare Loyalty to ISIS

Canadian Judge Decries 'Honor Violence' in Landmark Sentence

Father, mother and son were sent to prison in Canada after they threatened daughter over 'defying Pakistani values.'

Canadian Judge Decries 'Honor Violence' in Landmark Sentence

Pakistani Interfaith Couples Face Discrimination - and Death

Honor killings a rising problem in Pakistan, where whole communities could be targeted over interfaith marriages.

Pakistani Interfaith Couples Face Discrimination - and Death

Pakistan Calls to End Gaza Blockade

After voting in favor of UN Human Rights Council investigation into Israel's operation in Gaza, Pakistan calls for end to Israeli blockade.

Pakistan Calls to End Gaza Blockade

Pakistan: 21 Killed in Terrorist Attack on Karachi Airport

Terrorists armed with grenades attack the international airport in Karachi.

Pakistan: 21 Killed in Terrorist Attack on Karachi Airport

Pakistan Taliban Leader Killed in Power Struggle

Days after Mehsud faction breaks off from TTP for 'un-Islamic' practices such as public attacks, terror leader gunned down.

Pakistan Taliban Leader Killed in Power Struggle

Pakistani Woman Murdered by Family for Marrying Out of Love

Pregnant Pakistani woman beat to death by family members after marrying the man she loved instead of her cousin.

Pakistani Woman Murdered by Family for Marrying Out of Love

Report: Pakistan Planned Terror on Israeli Consulate in India

Sri Lanka man in interrogation admits scouting Israeli and US consulates under orders of Pakistani official planning terror.

Report: Pakistan Planned Terror on Israeli Consulate in India

Bomb in Pakistan: 20 Soldiers Dead

Explosion on army convoy in Pakistan kills 20; attack follows threats by Taliban on security forces.

Bomb in Pakistan: 20 Soldiers Dead

Pakistani Jew Tries to Restore Karachi Community

Man who recently discovered his maternal Jewish roots petitions Pakistani courts to have synagogue built and restore Jewish graves.

Pakistani Jew Tries to Restore Karachi Community

Pakistan Boy Killed Stopping Terrorist Hailed as Hero

15-year-old Pakistan student killed as he tackled suicide bomber to prevent him from blowing up his school.

Pakistan Boy Killed Stopping Terrorist Hailed as Hero

US Hostage To Obama: 'Don't Abandon Me'

Anonymous video shows Warren Weinstein, kidnapped 2 years ago by Al Qaeda in Pakistan, appealing Obama to negotiate his release.

US Hostage To Obama: 'Don't Abandon Me'

Hagel In Pakistan To Ease Drone Strike Tensions

In 1st visit by a US Sec'y of Defense in 4 years, Hagel arrives in Pakistan amid tensions over US drone strikes, concern over Afghanistan.

Hagel In Pakistan To Ease Drone Strike Tensions

Pakistan: Possible US Drone Kills 5 at Islamic School

A drone attack, likely carried out by the US, kills 5 at Islamic seminary that Taliban-linked leader visited two days earlier.

Pakistan: Possible US Drone Kills 5 at Islamic School

Pakistani Schools Ban Schoolgirl’s Anti-Taliban Book

40,000 schools ban book written by teen who stood up to the Taliban.

Pakistani Schools Ban Schoolgirl’s Anti-Taliban Book