Pakistan’s constructive role in Middle East peace has been widely acknowledged by the international community, the Foreign Office said today, reiterating Islamabad’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in the region. Speaking at the weekly media briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian visited Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and held meetings with President Asif Ali Zardari and the premier. He said the visit further strengthened Pakistan-Iran relations, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation. Andrabi said Pakistan, alongside Qatar, acted as a mediator during the Iran-US talks…
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In the Portugal vs Uzbekistan clash on Tuesday, Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal cruised to a commanding 5-0 victory in their Group K match in Houston. The 41-year-old forward made history by becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. After the final whistle, a visibly emotional Ronaldo shouted, “I’m back, I’m back,” into television cameras following criticism over his recent goal drought. Ronaldo had gone 10 matches without scoring in major international tournaments, raising questions about his place in the team. However, he answered those doubts in style, taking his World Cup tally to 10 goals…
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to promoting lasting peace in the Middle East during a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Dr Eskandar Momeni. According to the Interior Ministry, the two ministers held detailed discussions on Pakistan-Iran relations and the latest regional developments following the recent peace agreement. Mohsin Naqvi congratulated Momeni on the joint declaration signed in Burgenstock, Switzerland, and said the agreement would not have been possible without the sincere efforts of the Iranian government and its negotiating team. “Pakistan has always supported peace and stability around the world,” Naqvi said. He expressed hope that…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian received a guard of honour at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad on Tuesday ahead of delegation-level talks between Pakistan and Iran. A smartly turned-out contingent of the armed forces presented a ceremonial salute to the visiting president, while the national anthems of Pakistan and Iran were played in line with state visit traditions. Earlier, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Islamabad on a one-day official visit and was accorded a warm welcome upon his arrival. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President Asif Ali Zardari and other senior officials received the Iranian leader. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas…
Security forces have foiled a major terror plot in Panjgur, Balochistan, through timely and intelligence-based action, security sources said. The operation was carried out in the Jirak area of Panjgur district after authorities received secret intelligence about the planned attack. During the raid, security forces recovered a large quantity of weapons and communication equipment from a vehicle. Officials also seized four rocket fuses and multiple improvised explosive devices (IEDs). According to security officials, the materials were being prepared for a possible large-scale terrorist attack in the region. They said the swift and professional response of security forces prevented a major…
A French national was rescued from Bara in Khyber district along with her five children after police received reports that she was allegedly being subjected to domestic abuse, officials said. According to Capital City Police Officer Dr Mian Saeed, Khyber Police acted on verified information received on June 18 and raided a house in Bara tehsil, where they recovered 54-year-old French citizen Sylvia Yasmina. Police have registered a case against her Pakistani husband, while further investigation and legal proceedings are underway. Officials said Sylvia married a Pakistani citizen and had been living in Bara since 2014. She is the mother…
PPP’s Amjad Hussain was elected unopposed as the new chief minister of Gilgit-Baltistan after no other candidate submitted nomination papers for the post. Amjad Hussain, who won from the GBA-1 constituency in the recent Gilgit-Baltistan Assembly elections, is currently serving as president of the PPP’s Gilgit-Baltistan chapter. He has become the fifth chief minister of the region. The development came just hours after PPP’s Imran Nadeem was elected speaker and PML-N’s Malik Kifayat ur Rehman was chosen as deputy speaker, both without opposition. Imran Nadeem and Malik Kifayat secured their positions after no rival candidates filed nomination papers within the…
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said the next phase of negotiations between the United States and Iran could be more difficult, but expressed confidence that the two sides can still reach a final agreement. Speaking to an Arab news outlet, Dar said Iran had agreed to reduce the level of its uranium enrichment instead of transferring its enriched uranium stockpiles abroad, a step initially sought by Washington. He said three technical working groups would be set up to address key issues, including the nuclear file, frozen Iranian assets and developments related to Lebanon. Dar also revealed…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to arrive in Pakistan today following a breakthrough in talks between Tehran and Washington in Switzerland, which were mediated by Islamabad. According to Iran’s state news agency IRNA, one of the main objectives of Masoud Pezeshkian’s Pakistan visit is to thank Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States. Pakistan’s Foreign Office later confirmed the visit, saying the Iranian president will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including ministers and senior officials. During his stay, President Pezeshkian will meet President Asif Ali Zardari and hold talks…
Several Kashmiri leaders have announced their separation from the Joint Awami Action Committee, as Kashmiri leaders disassociate from JAAC movement amid growing political tension in Azad Kashmir. The development comes as the group faces criticism over its leadership statements and allegations of shifting away from its original focus on public rights. The movement, which initially gained public support, is now facing internal divisions and accusations of promoting an agenda beyond its stated objectives. Recent reports suggest that core committee member Khawaja Mehran Arshad made remarks that triggered strong reactions, including calls for legal action. Authorities in Azad Kashmir have already…
