With efforts intensifying to counter cross-border terrorism from Afghanistan, Pakistan has presented its “evidence-based, justified, and logical” demands to mediators Turkiye and Qatar during the third round of talks with the Afghan Taliban regime in Istanbul, the Foreign Office confirmed on Friday. Pakistan Presents Evidence-Based Demands in Istanbul Talks with Afghan Taliban as part of a broader push to end terrorist infiltration and ensure peace along the Pak-Afghan border. Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said that Pakistan’s delegation shared detailed evidence with mediators, underscoring that Islamabad’s demands were firmly rooted in international law and guided by principles of regional…
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Saifullah
Saif Ullah is a Pakistani journalist and political commentator known for his bold, pro-Pakistan perspective on national and regional affairs. His work focuses on defense, governance, and accountability, reflecting a strong commitment to Pakistan’s integrity and sovereignty.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed for Azerbaijan on a two-day official visit from November 7 to 8 to attend the country’s Victory Day celebrations, marking the fifth anniversary of its historic triumph. At the invitation of President Ilham Aliyev, PM Shehbaz Sharif will participate in the official festivities in Baku, reflecting Pakistan’s deep-rooted friendship and diplomatic solidarity with Azerbaijan. PM Shehbaz Sharif Visits Azerbaijan to Attend Victory Day Celebrations as part of his continued engagement with the leadership of Azerbaijan. According to the Foreign Office, the prime minister will also hold an important meeting with President Ilham Aliyev to review…
The United Nations Security Council, with Pakistan’s support, has adopted a landmark resolution to remove Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Interior Minister Anas Khattab from the Daesh and Al-Qaeda sanctions list. The move, backed by Pakistan, is being seen as a major diplomatic breakthrough for Syria after years of isolation and turmoil. Pakistan Backs UN Resolution Removing Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa from Sanctions List — a decision that Pakistan’s UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad hailed as a significant step forward for Syria’s recovery and reintegration into the global community. He described the resolution as an opportunity for Syria to rebuild…
The Shehbaz Sharif Intensifies Consultations with Allies Ahead of 27th Constitutional Amendment as the federal government prepares to table the new draft in Parliament, nearly a year after the 26th Amendment was passed. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has begun a series of high-level meetings with coalition partners to secure consensus on the proposed constitutional changes that aim to redefine key governance and institutional powers. Plans for the 27th Amendment were first confirmed on November 3, when Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari revealed that a Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) delegation, led by the prime minister himself, sought his party’s…
The Shehbaz Sharif Thanks Turkiye for Facilitating Pakistan-Afghan Talks in Istanbul as the latest round of peace dialogue between Islamabad and Kabul resumed on Thursday in the Turkish city. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed gratitude to Ankara for playing an active and constructive role in mediating the discussions aimed at restoring stability along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. The renewed talks come after the previous round concluded without achieving a lasting truce. However, with Turkiye and Qatar acting as mediators, all sides have now agreed to establish a monitoring and verification mechanism designed to maintain peace and impose penalties on any party…
The Federal Cabinet to Review and Approve 27th Amendment Draft on Friday as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to chair a key meeting where the proposed constitutional amendment will be discussed and finalized, sources confirmed on Thursday. The amendment, which has sparked nationwide political consultations, is expected to bring significant changes to governance and provincial accountability structures. According to reports, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Central Committee is also holding its meeting on Thursday to gather views from senior leaders regarding the 27th Amendment, which addresses a wide range of political and administrative reforms. State Minister for Law and…
LIVE UPDATES: South Africa Chase Underway Venue: Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad | Series Status: Pakistan leads 1-0 | Toss: Pakistan elected to bat TARGET SET: South Africa Needs 270 to Win (50 overs) PAKISTAN: 269/9 (50.0 overs) Pakistan finished their innings at a challenging 269/9. After a tricky start, the total was built on solid middle-order anchoring and crucial late-innings acceleration by Mohammad Nawaz. Pakistan Top Performers (Batting): Salman Agha: 69 off 109 balls (Anchor role in the middle overs) Mohammad Nawaz: 59 off 64 balls (Late power-hitting acceleration) South Africa Bowling Summary (Key Figures): Nandre Burger: The standout performer, tearing…
Pakistan win toss and opt to bat first against South Africa in the second match of the three-game One Day International (ODI) series at Iqbal Cricket Stadium on Thursday. After a solid performance in the opening game, the hosts are eager to seal the series with another dominant display on home soil. Pakistan’s playing XI features an aggressive top order led by Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman, while captain Babar Azam and wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan anchor the middle order. The inclusion of all-rounders Faheem Ashraf and Mohammad Nawaz adds depth to both batting and bowling, whereas Shaheen Shah Afridi spearheads…
The Trump Administration Cancels 80,000 Non-Immigrant Visas Over Crimes and Political Views, marking one of the most aggressive visa revocation campaigns in recent U.S. history. According to a senior U.S. State Department official, the cancellations were linked to offenses such as driving under the influence, theft, assault, as well as controversial social media activity and political opinions. Reports by Reuters confirm that these actions are part of former President Donald Trump’s strict immigration policy, which also led to the deportation of several visa holders. Of the total revocations, around 16,000 visas were canceled due to drunk-driving cases, 12,000 over assault…
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has launched the Student Attendance Monitoring and Redress System (SAMRS), calling it a “pioneering, transformative, and nationally replicable model” for education reform in Pakistan. Speaking at the provincial launch ceremony in Karachi, he said the initiative marks the first time any province has introduced a unified digital system linking student attendance, teacher performance, school infrastructure, and learning outcomes. The launch of SAMRS as Pakistan’s First Integrated Education Reform Model reflects Sindh’s move toward data-driven governance in the education sector. “This is not just a monitoring tool,” said CM Murad. “It allows us to…
