Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:02am on 07 Nov 2025,Friday International
Russia's Embassy in Pakistan sharply criticized The Frontier Post newspaper, accusing it of publishing anti-Russian propaganda and serving Western political interests rather than practicing press freedom. The Embassy claimed the publication's Washington-based global news service promotes a "Russophobic" agenda, exclusively featuring critics of Russian foreign policy and President Vladimir Putin. It alleged the newspaper ignored the Moscow Format of Consultations on Afghanistan held October 7, 2025, despite extensive local media coverage. Defending Russia's economic strength, the Embassy highlighted 4.1% GDP growth in 2024, 2.5% unemployment, and manufacturing sector growth of 8.5%, dismissing Western narratives of economic vulnerability. The statement urged Pakistanis to seek diverse information sources.
