ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has clarified his recent remarks on terrorism, saying he used the wrong choice of words while discussing separatist groups involved in violence. Speaking to reporters at Parliament House, Bilawal said his comments were specifically directed at separatist organisations that had adopted violence and become involved in…
Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to eliminating cross-border terrorism and defeating all state-backed proxy networks attempting to destabilise the country. Speaking at the National Defence University (NDU) in Islamabad, the military chief declared that Pakistan’s armed forces remain fully…
At least nine police officers were killed in a deadly terrorist attack on a police checkpost in Balochistan’s Ziarat district, after heavily armed militants launched a coordinated assault on security personnel stationed in the Mangi Phase III area. According to the Deputy Commissioner of Ziarat, the attackers targeted the checkpost during the night, triggering an…
Pakistan has announced a nationwide crackdown on Afghan nationals residing in the country without valid visas, directing law enforcement agencies to begin strict enforcement measures from July 10, 2026. The move is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen immigration control, improve national security, and accelerate the repatriation of undocumented foreign nationals. According to…
Punjab’s Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) has claimed a significant success in its ongoing campaign against terrorism after neutralising two alleged Fitna al-Khawarij militants, including a key commander, during an intelligence-based operation in Taunsa. According to an official statement issued by the CTD spokesperson, the operation was conducted in the Taman Qaisrani tribal area after authorities received…
A militant attack on the Border Military Police (BMP) station in Chitarwata, located in the tribal region of Koh-i-Sulaiman tehsil in Dera Ghazi Khan, has raised fresh security concerns in Punjab. According to official sources, armed militants targeted the police station, causing structural damage to the building while security personnel remained safe during the incident….
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir has issued a strong warning that any future aggression against Pakistan would result in a “far-reaching, dangerous and painful” response. Speaking at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, the army chief emphasized that Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial…
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has been informed that a special Road Protection Force has been established to ensure the safety of travellers on the main road in Kurram district, particularly the Thall-Parachinar Road. During the hearing, officials revealed that the newly formed force consists of approximately 885 former servicemen, 200 police personnel, and 10…
Khawaja Asif has expressed optimism about a potential agreement between the United States and Iran, stating that Pakistan stands to benefit significantly from any peace settlement in the region. Speaking amid rising tensions in the Gulf, the defence minister highlighted that improved relations between Washington and Tehran could lead to enhanced regional stability and stronger…
A reported quadcopter explosion in Bannu left eight people injured, including women, after the device crashed near a residential area late Friday night. According to police officials, the drone entered the locality from an unknown direction and exploded shortly after hitting the ground, causing panic among residents. Locals rushed to the scene and provided initial…
