Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired an important in-camera security meeting to carefully assess the country’s current security challenges. The session was conducted behind closed doors, reflecting the sensitive nature of the matters discussed. Senior officials from the armed forces, intelligence agencies, and key government departments briefed the Prime Minister on the evolving security landscape. Discussions…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israel and its allies are “fighting the bad guys” in the ongoing conflict with Iran, describing Tehran as an extreme threat comparable to “50 North Koreas.” His remarks come amid escalating military tensions and joint US-Israeli operations targeting Iranian positions. In a widely circulated media interview, Netanyahu…
Mass funeral held in Karachi for protesters killed near US Consulate KARACHI: Thousands of mourners gathered at Numaish on Sunday night to offer funeral prayers for seven protesters who lost their lives during clashes near the US Consulate in Karachi. The deceased were among ten individuals killed when security forces allegedly opened fire during a…
Govt urges calm as nationwide protests leave 19 dead after Khamenei assassination KARACHI / LAHORE / GILGIT / ISLAMABAD: At least 19 people were killed and dozens injured in nationwide protests following the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a reported US-Israeli attack, according to health and law enforcement officials. Clashes erupted in multiple cities…
ISLAMABAD: Donald Trump has stated that the United States will not directly intervene in the escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, emphasizing that the matter should be resolved by regional leadership. Speaking to reporters, Trump said the U.S. would leave the situation to the countries involved, expressing confidence in Pakistan’s leadership. He highlighted his “very…
Residents across the coastal regions of Taiwan experienced tremors after a moderate earthquake measuring 5.6 on the Richter scale struck the area. According to initial seismic reports, the earthquake originated at a depth of 66.8 kilometers beneath the surface, reducing the likelihood of severe structural damage. Local authorities confirmed that there were no immediate reports…
Islamabad: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has ruled that former judge Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri was never lawfully appointed, declaring his law degree invalid and describing his elevation to the bench as a “legal nullity.” The decision was issued in a detailed 116-page judgement on Monday by a division bench headed by Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad…
Islamabad: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Gohar Khan has demanded that party founder Imran Khan be shifted from the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) to Shifa International Hospital for improved medical care. He also insisted that all future medical examinations be conducted in the presence of Khan’s personal doctors to ensure transparency and proper monitoring….
Pakistan has reaffirmed its strong and continued commitment to United Nations peacekeeping operations at a time when the global body is facing a serious financial crisis that threatens its operational stability. Speaking at the opening session of the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations at the United Nations headquarters, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Asim…
ISLAMABAD: Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah has categorically rejected reports suggesting any deal between the government and jailed PTI founder Imran Khan. Speaking on the matter, Sanaullah clarified that no agreement has been made and no such arrangement is currently under consideration. He also dismissed claims that any institution had…
