Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian used a wartime speech before the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday to accuse US President Donald Trump of displaying a “bullying mentality,” insisting that Iran would not capitulate in its ongoing conflict with Washington even as he signaled willingness to pursue diplomatic solutions. Speaking to the 193-member assembly, Pezeshkian dismissed Trump’s earlier warning that the US could annihilate Iran absent a negotiated agreement, arguing that such threats would only strengthen his nation’s determination rather than weaken it. Pezeshkian Pushes Back on Terrorism Label “The remarks made by the US president yesterday… are a sign of…
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Pakistani security forces have killed 19 militants linked to India-backed groups Fitna Al Khawarij and Fitna Al Hindustan during a series of operations across Balochistan since September 21, the military’s media wing announced on Wednesday. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said intelligence agencies had identified several hideouts used by Indian-sponsored terrorists in the Shaban area of Quetta, which posed a direct threat to residents living nearby. Clearance Operation Underway in Shaban, Quetta ISPR stated that security forces began a clearance operation in the Shaban area of Quetta district on September 21 to protect local communities and rid the region of…
Pakistan carried out targeted aerial and drone operations against ten sites inside Afghanistan early Thursday, responding to a wave of drone attacks it says originated from Taliban-controlled territory earlier in the week. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed the action in a post on his official X account, describing it as an exercise of the country’s right to self-defense. According to Tarar, the strikes targeted facilities that Afghan-based operatives had allegedly used to launch and store drones aimed at Pakistan. He emphasized that the operation was carefully controlled, calling it “deliberate, precise, calibrated and proportionate,” and stating it was limited strictly…
Among the many peptide-based molecules investigated in modern biological research, B7-33 has attracted increasing attention due to its unique relationship with the relaxin signaling system. Originally developed as a synthetic derivative inspired by the B-chain region of relaxin-2, B7-33 has become a subject of interest because it appears to retain selected signaling characteristics associated with relaxin while exhibiting a distinct biological profile of its own. Relaxin-2 is a naturally occurring peptide hormone studied for its involvement in tissue remodeling, extracellular matrix regulation, vascular biology, and cellular communication. However, the complexity of the native hormone has encouraged researchers to investigate smaller…
Punjab University’s Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology (CEMB) has launched a four-day international training program focused on genome editing and crop biotechnology as tools to address climate-related agricultural challenges. The program, organized with support from COMCEC and COMSTECH, brought together scientists, students, and policymakers from several countries. The inaugural session was attended by Punjab University Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Muhammad Ali, Deputy Head of Mission at the Tajikistan Embassy Marouf Abdurahmon, COMSTECH Advisor Professor Shahid Mahmood Baig, Punjab Agriculture Food and Drug Authority (PAFDA) Director General Dr. Talat Naseer Pasha, CEMB Director Professor Dr. Moazam Ali Rahman, SESRIC representative…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar intensified Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, holding a series of meetings with world leaders. The discussions touched on bilateral cooperation, regional security, and broader diplomatic matters during the high-level segment of the 81st UNGA session. PM Shehbaz held talks with the leaders of Kenya and Kuwait, and also had informal exchanges with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Shehbaz Meets Kenyan President Ruto In his meeting with Kenyan President William Ruto, both leaders…
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar called for tangible and verifiable measures to stop Afghan territory from being used to launch terrorist attacks against neighbouring states, with particular emphasis on Pakistan. He raised the issue while speaking at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s Contact Group on Afghanistan, held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly’s 81st session on Tuesday. During his remarks, Dar voiced deep concern over the continued presence of militant networks operating from within Afghanistan. He referenced the heavy toll Pakistan has paid in its long fight against terrorism. Kohat Attack Highlighted as Evidence…
With Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) expected to stage a long march on September 27, the Punjab government has formally asked federal authorities to deploy army troops and Rangers across multiple districts in the province. The move comes as officials brace for heightened political activity in the days surrounding the march. Sources familiar with the matter said Punjab has specifically asked for Rangers personnel to be stationed in Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, and Mianwali. Separately, the Punjab Home Department has requested that army personnel be deployed in Rawalpindi as an added security measure. Deployment Sought Until October 5 A letter sent by the…
Reports emerging in recent months point to a noticeable rise in activity by anti-Taliban armed groups operating inside Afghanistan. At the same time, fighting in the northeastern province of Badakhshan has stirred fresh security concerns among Central Asian nations bordering the country. According to Afghan media outlets, three separate factions, the Afghanistan Freedom Front, the United Front, and the National Resistance Front, claimed responsibility for at least 50 operations against Taliban forces during August alone. These claimed attacks reportedly spanned several Afghan provinces, including Badakhshan. Tajikistan Border Region Sees Heightened Security Alert Badakhshan sits in Afghanistan’s northeast, sharing a border…
Pakistani security forces successfully blocked a cross-border infiltration bid in the Kurram sector, according to security officials familiar with the situation. The failed attempt was reportedly carried out by militants linked to Fitna al-Khwarij. Officials said the militants had been operating from positions inside Afghanistan’s Nangarhar and Paktia provinces before attempting to cross into Pakistani territory through the Kurram sector. The operation, they added, took place under the watch of Afghan Taliban forces stationed nearby. Afghan Taliban Opens Fire After Kurram Sector Infiltration Attempt Fails Once the infiltration bid collapsed, security sources reported that Afghan Taliban personnel launched unprovoked gunfire…
