A new chapter in the Israel-Iran conflict started early Tuesday as President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between the two adversaries. However, confusion clouded the announcement as both sides exchanged fire even after the declaration. Israel’s government made no official statement, and Iran — despite agreeing to the truce — launched a barrage of missiles that killed at least four people. The announcement followed a tense week of direct strikes between Israel and Iran. Two days prior, American bombers targeted Iran’s nuclear sites. Trump initially stated the Israel-Iran ceasefire would be implemented in phases. Later, at 8:38 a.m. Tehran time,…
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MANAMA: The Pakistan volleyball team made a powerful statement on Monday. They defeated Qatar in straight sets to reach the final of the AVC Nations Cup. The semi-final clash was held at the Isa Sports City Hall, in front of an energetic crowd of 1,200 spectators. This match was a repeat of last year’s final. Back then, Qatar had beaten Pakistan to lift the AVC Challenge Cup. But this time, the tables turned. From the very first set, Pakistan’s volleyball squad looked focused and aggressive. They edged past Qatar 25-22 with fierce attacks and tactical play. The second set was…
Gilgit: The Gilgit Baltistan Budget 2025-26 was presented in the GB Assembly on Monday by Provincial Finance Minister Engineer Muhammad Ismail. The total volume of the budget stands at Rs 1.48 trillion (Rs 1,486.32 billion), including a projected deficit of Rs 6 billion. In the Gilgit Baltistan Budget 2025-26, Rs 881.92 billion has been proposed for non-development expenditures, while Rs 370 billion is earmarked for development projects across the region. The federal Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) will contribute Rs 4 billion under the Prime Minister’s Programme. The government has also set a non-tax revenue target of Rs 78.92 billion…
ISLAMABAD: A critical meeting of Pakistan’s National Security Committee (NSC) began on Monday under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The high-level session was held to examine the ongoing Israel-Iran war and its expected impact on regional peace and national stability. According to inside sources, the conference brought together top military commanders, key federal ministers, and senior officials from defence and foreign affairs. The central topic of the meeting was the fast-developing situation in the Middle East, especially in light of the Israel-Iran War. The participants discussed how this expanding conflict may affect Pakistan and the wider region. Particular…
The Israel-Iran conflict has sparked fears of new dangers for Pakistan. These include rising security threats and deeper economic troubles. The country is already dealing with militancy, separatism, and a fragile economy. As tensions grow in the Middle East, the Tehran-Israel war could have a major impact on Pakistan. Iran shares a 909-kilometer border with Balochistan. This area in southwest Pakistan is already unstable. This week, Pakistan shut down several border crossings with Iran. However, the Taftan and Gabd-Rimdan points remain open. These are being used by Pakistani nationals returning home. On Wednesday, hundreds of Pakistanis based in Iran arrived…
Pakistan’s recent nomination of Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize is more than a symbolic move. It reflects how far Pakistan diplomacy is willing to go to avoid a full-blown regional disaster. The gesture highlights Pakistan’s desire to use every diplomatic effort to calm rising tensions, especially at a time when the world seems to be marching blindly toward conflict. Even when faced with domestic criticism, Pakistan chose to act responsibly. Its foreign policy shows the mindset of a rational actor in a chaotic environment. It used facts, logic, and even a degree of appeasement to try and bring…
ISLAMABAD – Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, has made it clear that only the state has the authority to declare jihad. “No group or individual can make such a decision,” he stressed during an interaction in Karachi on Sunday. The event brought together members of religious and social communities. They expressed full support for the armed forces and praised the Pakistan Army response to recent national challenges. The gathering followed a major military conflict with India last month, after which army officers have been holding nationwide engagements with civil society. During the session, Lt…
NEW YORK / WASHINGTON – As the Middle East simmers with rising conflict between Iran and Israel, Trump Iran attack continues to dominate global and domestic discussions. Pakistan addressed the United Nations Security Council, warning that history proves force only fuels deeper divides. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar called for immediate de-escalation. “Dialogue, not destruction, is the only way forward,” he said during the UNSC emergency session. Meanwhile, in Washington, both Democratic and Republican lawmakers clashed over President Trump’s Iran attack. They questioned whether the president had the legal authority to carry out the strikes without congressional approval. Democratic Senator Tim Kaine…
NEW YORK – As tensions grow in the Middle East after the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, Pakistan supports Iran at the United Nations Security Council. Pakistan’s UN envoy, Asim Iftikhar, urged global powers to avoid further escalation. He stressed that dialogue and diplomacy are the only paths to peace. “We must act now to stop the crisis from worsening,” Iftikhar said during an emergency UNSC session. His remarks came shortly after the United States launched strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. U.S. President Donald Trump described the action as a “spectacular success” to…
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, has strongly condemned the recent US airstrikes on Iran. In his first public response, he accused Israel of making a serious mistake by attacking Iranian territory. He warned that Israel is already facing consequences and will continue to suffer more. Speaking in Tehran on Wednesday, Khamenei said, “The Zionist enemy has committed a grave error. It is being punished—and this will not stop.” He also warned about the United States’ direct role in the military campaign. According to him, US airstrikes on Iran have dangerously escalated the situation. “American intervention in this war…
