As 2025 comes to a close, Pakistan’s security and legal landscape has been defined by a mix of high-profile social media scandals, chilling personal vendettas, and a devastating resurgence of militant attacks on national infrastructure.
The Mastung Railway Attack: Jaffar Express Bombing
One of the deadliest criminal and militant acts of the year occurred on August 10, 2025, targeting the Jaffar Express.
https://archive.mmnews.tv/explosion-on-track-derails-jaffar-express-coaches-in-mastung/
A powerful remote-controlled bomb targeted the Peshawar-bound train near Mastung, Balochistan. The blast was so severe that it derailed six carriages and destroyed a significant portion of the track.
The attack claimed multiple lives and left dozens injured. It sparked a nationwide debate on the safety of the railway network and the shifting tactics of insurgent groups targeting public transport infrastructure.
Following the blast, train services between Quetta and the rest of the country were suspended for days, highlighting the persistent security challenges in the region.
The Murder of Sana Yousaf (TikToker)
The death of 17-year-old Sana Yousaf in June became a focal point for the national conversation on femicide and the safety of digital creators.
https://archive.mmnews.tv/justice-for-sana-yousaf-celebrities-demand-accountability-after-murder/
She was shot in her Islamabad home by a stalker whose marriage proposal she had rejected. The swift arrest of the suspect provided some closure, but the case highlighted the rising violence against women in the public eye.
The Armaghan Case: The “Bunker” Murder of Mustafa Amir
This case gripped Karachi due to its sheer brutality and the “elite” status of the perpetrator.
https://archive.mmnews.tv/mustafa-amir-murder-case-who-is-the-main-suspect-armaghan/
23-year-old Mustafa Amir was kidnapped and murdered by an acquaintance, Armaghan, over a personal dispute.
The “War Room”: When police raided Armaghan’s residence, they found a fortified house with hidden rooms and surveillance dubbed a “bunker” by the media.
The trial is ongoing, marked by “audio leaks” and allegations that Armaghan’s influential family attempted to suppress the investigation.
The Ducky Bhai (Saad ur Rehman) Gambling Scandal
Pakistan’s top YouTuber faced a massive fall from grace in August 2025.
https://archive.mmnews.tv/what-are-the-charges-against-ducky-bhai/
Ducky Bhai was arrested for allegedly promoting illegal gambling apps and laundering over 21 crore PKR.
After spending 100 days in jail, he was granted bail in November. However, as of late December, the court has refused to return his YouTube channel and mobile devices, effectively freezing his digital career.
The Tragic Death of Actress Humaira Asghar Ali
In July, the showbiz industry was shaken when actress Humaira Asghar was found dead in her Karachi apartment. She had been dead for two weeks before being discovered.
https://archive.mmnews.tv/who-was-humaira-asghar-ali/
The case went viral not just for the mystery of her death but also for the heartbreaking reports that her family initially refused to claim her body.
Political and Legal Scandals Involving Imran Khan
Ongoing cases against former Prime Minister Imran Khan dominated headlines.
14-year sentence for leaking state secrets (cypher case). Additional 17-year sentences for Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in the Toshakhana-2 graft case.
https://archive.mmnews.tv/toshakhana-2-case-imran-khan-and-bushra-bibi-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison/
Restrictions on jail access fueled allegations of political victimization amid polarized politics.
https://archive.mmnews.tv/dg-ispr-accuses-imran-khan-of-posing-a-national-security-threat/
The Courtroom Assault on Rajab Butt
In a shocking end-of-year incident (December 29, 2025), YouTuber Rajab Butt was physically assaulted by a group of lawyers inside a Karachi sessions court.
https://archive.mmnews.tv/rajab-butt-assaulted-by-lawyers-at-karachi-city-court/
The footage of the attack sparked outrage over the lack of security and decorum within the judicial system.
