Severe land sliding triggered by continuous heavy rainfall has brought life to a standstill in Lower Kohistan, where multiple sections of the Karakoram Highway remain blocked for a second straight day. The situation turned critical after three days of torrential rain caused massive landslides, flash floods and debris flows from Besham to Pattan. The destructive weather badly damaged the highway and stranded thousands of passengers, including women, children and sick travellers. Authorities said land sliding occurred at dozens of points along the Karakoram Highway, burying parts of the road under rocks, mud and flood debris. Hundreds of vehicles became trapped…
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The Law and Order Situation in Bannu continues to deteriorate as armed robberies, vehicle hijackings and mysterious disappearances spread fear among residents, raising serious questions about the performance of the PTI-led Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government. People in Bannu and nearby areas are living under growing fear as criminals appear to be operating without fear of accountability. The latest incidents have once again exposed the worsening security conditions in the district and the failure of provincial authorities to control crime. In one shocking incident, armed robbers intercepted a bank cash van near Sparka Chowk in the Domel area and escaped with more…
The Trump China visit officially began in Beijing with a grand welcome from Chinese President Xi Jinping, as both leaders opened high-level talks focused on trade, global tensions and the future of US-China relations. US President Donald Trump arrived in China for his first official visit to Beijing since returning to office in 2025. The trip is being closely watched around the world because of rising tensions over trade, Taiwan and the Middle East. During the opening ceremony at the Great Hall of the People, Xi Jinping praised recent progress in trade negotiations between the two countries. He said stable…
A senior RSS leader and ex-Indian army chief have openly supported dialogue with Pakistan, highlighting that peace and progress in South Asia can only become possible through better relations between the two neighbouring countries. Senior RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale said India should keep communication channels open with Pakistan instead of shutting down diplomatic engagement. He stressed that dialogue remains necessary even during difficult times because lasting peace cannot be achieved through tension and hostility alone. Speaking to the media, Hosabale said countries maintain diplomatic ties, trade and visa systems for a reason, and these connections should continue to create opportunities…
Pakistan’s security forces once again proved their unmatched courage during the Barkhan Operation in Balochistan, where seven India-backed terrorists were sent to their end while five brave soldiers of the Pakistan Army embraced martyrdom defending the homeland. According to the military’s media wing, Pakistan Army and Frontier Corps personnel launched the Barkhan Operation in the Nosham area to clear terrorist hideouts linked to Fitna al-Hindustan. During the intense operation, troops located a group of heavily armed militants and engaged them in a fierce gun battle. The terrorists, backed by hostile foreign elements, were eliminated after a tough exchange of fire.…
Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for his much-awaited Trump China Visit, aiming to improve trade relations and secure business opportunities for American companies. The US president was joined by several top business leaders, including Elon Musk and Jensen Huang, as he started a two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Before landing in China, Trump said he planned to ask Xi Jinping to “open up” China’s economy for American businesses. He described the CEOs travelling with him as talented people who could help both countries expand cooperation and investment. The Trump China Visit comes at a sensitive time…
Pakistan warns Afghanistan over terrorism support as tensions between Islamabad and Kabul continue to rise over cross-border militancy concerns. The strong remarks came from Defence Minister Khawaja Asif during a session of the National Assembly in Islamabad. While speaking in the assembly, Khawaja Asif said that Pakistan warns Afghanistan over terrorism support and will respond firmly if militant activities continue to originate from Afghan soil. He stressed that Islamabad has serious concerns over what it describes as continued backing of militants by the Taliban-led administration in Kabul. The minister stated that Pakistan warns Afghanistan over terrorism support because, according to…
Pakistan receives $1.32bn from IMF after the International Monetary Fund completed the third review of its lending programme under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF). The latest disbursement provides fresh financial support as the country works to strengthen its economy and foreign reserves. Pakistan receives $1.32bn from IMF following approval by the IMF Executive Board, which cleared funds under both the Extended Fund Facility and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility. The State Bank of Pakistan confirmed that it received a total of SDR 914 million, equivalent to around $1.3 billion, on May 12, 2026. According to the central bank, Pakistan receives…
Saudi Arabia secret airstrikes on Iran have emerged as a major development in the ongoing Middle East conflict, according to reports from Western and Iranian officials. The strikes were carried out in response to earlier attacks on the kingdom during the regional war. Saudi Arabia secret airstrikes on Iran reportedly took place in late March when the Saudi Air Force launched undisclosed operations inside Iranian territory. Officials say this was the first known direct military action by the kingdom against Iran, marking a sharp shift in its defense strategy. Sources familiar with the matter said the strikes were carried out…
Iran warns US and Israel as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise, with Tehran issuing a strong statement on its military readiness and regional security situation. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said Iran’s armed forces are fully prepared to respond to any possible situation. He warned that any country showing hostility toward Iran would face a strong response. Iran warns US and Israel again in a detailed statement shared on social media platform X, where Baghaei urged the international community to speak out against what he described as aggression and domination. He said silence from the global…
