US-Iran Tensions Ease as Talks Gear Up | 9 PM Tamasha News | 2 Feb 2026

Описание: 177 MILITANTS KILLED: Security forces have neutralized 177 terrorists over the past 48 hours following a series of coordinated attacks by the BLA (referred to as Fitna-al-Hindustan) across 12 cities. This is reportedly the highest militant death toll in a single operation in decades.

QUETTA SHUTDOWN: For the third consecutive day, mobile internet remains suspended and train services are halted across the province. Additional Chief Secretary Hamza Shafqaat stated services are expected to resume on Tuesday.

KHAWAJA ASIF’S STANCE: Defense Minister Khawaja Asif called for a "massive force deployment," noting that Balochistan's vast 40% geography makes it difficult to secure compared to populated cities. He vowed there will be "no negotiations" with those using brutal force.

🏏 Sports: The T20 World Cup "Boycott"
PAKISTAN TO SKIP INDIA CLASH: The Pakistan government has officially announced that while the team will participate in the T20 World Cup 2026, they "shall not take the field" for the match against India on February 15. The move is seen as solidarity with Bangladesh.

SHASHI THAROOR’S REACTION: Indian MP Shashi Tharoor labeled the boycott "disgraceful" and a "wake-up call" for the ICC. Former captain Shahid Afridi reacted by backing the government's decision, stating it is time for the ICC to prove it is "impartial and independent."

🏛️ Global: Trump Sues Over Epstein "Conspiracy"
EPSTEIN FILES FALLOUT: Following the DOJ's release of 3 million pages of Epstein records, President Trump has threatened to sue author Michael Wolff and the Epstein estate. Trump claims the files "absolve" him and alleges Wolff conspired with Epstein to harm him politically.

US-IRAN TALKS: Tensions showed signs of easing as Tehran signaled a conditional willingness to return to the negotiating table. President Trump confirmed that "negotiations" are happening, though his "massive armada" remains heading toward the Gulf.

⚖️ Domestic Political & Legal Moves
PTI DETENTIONS: The Sindh High Court took up a petition against the detention of 180 PTI workers under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO). The bench ordered the case to be heard urgently on Tuesday after one judge recused himself.

PUNJAB BASANT REVIVAL: In a surprise move, the Punjab government is preparing for a three-day Basant festival (Feb 6–8). Strict safety measures, including QR codes on kites and strings to trace manufacturers, are being enforced to prevent the use of chemical strings.

WORLD BANK MEETING: PM Shehbaz Sharif met with World Bank President Ajay Banga in Islamabad to discuss the $17 billion project portfolio and fast-track economic reforms.

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