A serious public health concern has emerged in Pakistan after a recent study revealed alarming levels of lead exposure among young children. The findings have triggered strong criticism from Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI), which has accused the federal government of failing to protect children from environmental hazards. According to a joint study conducted by the Ministry…
Former US President Donald Trump has sparked fresh geopolitical tensions by suggesting that the United States could take control of Cuba โalmost immediately,โ while also announcing a significant expansion of sanctions against the island nation. Speaking at an event in Florida, Trump hinted at possible military pressure, suggesting that a major US naval asset such…
The United States is reportedly preparing to shut down its key civil-military coordination mission near Gaza, a move that highlights growing challenges in implementing the fragile ceasefire and managing humanitarian aid efforts in the conflict-hit region. The mission, which was a central component of former President Donald Trumpโs post-war Gaza strategy, was designed to monitor…
Iranโs Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Saint Petersburg for a crucial diplomatic visit aimed at advancing discussions on regional tensions and potential peace efforts. Upon arrival, he was received by Iranโs ambassador Kazem Jalali along with Russian officials. Araghchi described the visit as a โgood opportunityโ for high-level talks, including a possible meeting with…
United States President Donald Trump has once again praised Pakistan for its active role in supporting peace efforts between the United States and Iran. Speaking in an interview, Trump expressed โgreat respect for Pakistan,โ calling its efforts โterrificโ in facilitating dialogue and attempting to ease tensions. Trump emphasized that Iran could directly reach out to…
Iranโs Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi departed for Moscow after making his second visit to Islamabad within two days, highlighting the fast-paced diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The back-to-back visits, along with consultations in Oman, reflect increasing regional momentum to prevent further escalation and revive negotiations between Tehran and Washington. During his…
Diplomatic efforts surrounding the ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified as senior US envoys arrive in Islamabad for high-level discussions. According to officials, Donald Trump has dispatched his special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior advisor Jared Kushner to Pakistan in an attempt to push forward negotiations and de-escalate the situation. However,…
Pakistan has been listed among the top 10 countries facing severe food insecurity, according to a UN-backed Global Report on Food Crises 2026. The report highlights that nearly two-thirds of the worldโs hungry population is concentrated in just ten countries, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sudan, Nigeria, and Yemen. The findings reveal that conflict remains the primary…
LAHORE (News Desk):ย Additional Secretary (Admn.)/ Project Director, National Health Support Programme (NHSP), Punjab Muhammad Ashraf, on Wednesday convened a Joint Implementation Support Mission of the World Bank, led by Task Team Leader, Senior Health Economist, Jahanzaib Sohail, along with development partners including the Global Fund, the Global Financing Facility (GFF), Gavi, FCDO, E4H and Gates…
Global tensions between Iran and United States have sharply escalated once again, raising fears of a renewed conflict that could have far-reaching consequences for global energy markets and geopolitical stability. US President Donald Trump has warned that the current ceasefire between the two countries may collapse within days if a long-term agreement is not finalised….
