Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Thursday that the United States and Iran have signed the Islamabad MoU, a landmark agreement aimed at ending the conflict between the two countries through diplomacy. In a statement shared on X, the prime minister said the memorandum was electronically signed by the presidents of both countries and endorsed by Pakistan in its role as mediator. According to Shehbaz, the signing of the agreement reflects the commitment of both Washington and Tehran to resolving their differences through dialogue rather than conflict. He said the Islamabad MoU would come into force immediately. As part of…
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The government has formally moved to strengthen its coalition setup as it invites PPP to cabinet ahead of an expected reshuffle in the federal government. According to sources, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has been offered a place in the federal cabinet. If the party accepts the proposal, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is likely to be given an important ministerial portfolio. The expected development comes as the government prepares for a major cabinet reorganization following the approval of the 2026-27 federal budget. Sources said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has sought performance reports from all federal ministers. The review is…
The United Kingdom has praised Pakistan’s role in promoting regional stability and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with Islamabad in security, law enforcement, and migration management. During a high-level meeting in Islamabad, British Deputy Foreign Secretary Hamish Falconer and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reviewed bilateral relations and discussed a range of regional and international issues. As the UK praises Pakistan peace efforts, Falconer commended Islamabad’s role in helping improve understanding between the United States and Iran. He described Pakistan’s contribution as an important step toward regional and global peace. The British minister also praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and…
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed a US-Iran peace deal aimed at ending months of conflict and opening the door to broader negotiations on Tehran’s nuclear program. The agreement was signed following the G7 summit in France. Officials from both countries confirmed that the document had been finalized and would take effect immediately. Under the deal, Iran will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important shipping routes, while the United States will lift its naval blockade around Iranian ports. The move is expected to restore trade flows and ease tensions across…
A new report by TRT World says the BLA threat to global trade has grown beyond Pakistan’s borders, posing risks to regional connectivity, economic activity, and international supply chains. According to the report, highways and trade corridors across Balochistan are increasingly becoming high-risk areas due to attacks by the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). The group is accused of targeting economic links and development projects in an effort to disrupt trade and regional cooperation. The report states that attacks on trains, highways, and cargo vehicles harm the interests of local communities. Such incidents reduce employment opportunities, discourage investment, and slow…
Law enforcement agencies carried out a raid at the house of Khawaja Mehran in Dadyal, Mirpur, where they uncovered weapons and other suspicious items. The operation is linked to an ongoing investigation involving a banned Joint Action Committee. During the search, officials recovered a drone, a 12-bore gun, bullets, a pistol, and a helmet reportedly belonging to Islamabad Police. Other questionable material was also seized from the residence of Khawaja Mehran. According to a statement from an associate of Khawaja Mehran, two ambulances were called to the house before a protest gathering. The claim suggests that weapons and other equipment…
The Sindh provincial budget 2026-27 has been approved by the provincial cabinet ahead of its formal presentation in the Sindh Assembly. The approval came during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah. He said the Sindh provincial budget 2026-27 reflects the government’s commitment to improving public services and addressing the needs of all sections of society. He added that, on the direction of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, the government is focusing on poverty reduction and social welfare initiatives as part of the new fiscal plan. Officials said the Sindh provincial budget 2026-27 has an estimated total size of…
An American policy analysis has urged that US should back Pakistan in its efforts at the United Nations to blacklist the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its Majeed Brigade faction. The analysis, published by The Diplomat, says Pakistan and China have jointly pushed for UN action to diplomatically and financially isolate the BLA. However, it notes that Washington’s delay in openly supporting the move has raised questions, even though the United States has already designated both groups as terrorist organisations. It highlights concerns over alleged safe havens in Afghanistan, warning that such spaces continue to pose risks to regional stability.…
Iran warns Israel that it could face a harsh response if military attacks in Lebanon continue, accusing Israel of repeatedly violating a truce linked to a recent understanding between Tehran and Washington. The warning came after Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon reportedly killed at least four people in Nabatieh governorate. Lebanese media said separate drone attacks targeted vehicles in the towns of Mayfadoun and Shoukin despite an existing ceasefire. Iranian officials claim Israel has violated the truce dozens of times since the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States was reached. Throughout negotiations with Washington, Tehran maintained that…
The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) Mardan killed three suspected militants during an intelligence-based operation in Shabqadar, while efforts continue to arrest other suspects who managed to escape. According to CTD officials, the operation was launched after receiving credible information about the presence of terrorists in the area. A gun battle broke out during the raid, resulting in the deaths of three key militants. One of the slain suspects was identified as Hayat Khan, also known as Hayatullah. He was a proclaimed offender and was wanted in connection with the Maulana Izzatullah target killing case. The second suspect, Asim, was allegedly involved…
