ISLAMABAD – In their first official phone call, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio agreed to address a key issue impacting US-Pakistan relations—the abandoned military equipment left in Afghanistan after the American withdrawal. The Foreign Office confirmed that the discussion covered trade, regional security, and economic cooperation. Both leaders emphasized strengthening diplomatic ties. Dar raised Pakistan’s desire for balanced cooperation. Rubio welcomed the proposal. A statement from the US State Department echoed similar sentiments. The two diplomats discussed the heavy tariffs recently imposed by Washington on Pakistani exports. They explored ways to create a fair…
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KABUL / PESHAWAR – The interim government in Afghanistan has appealed to the United Nations and global humanitarian bodies to support the dignified return of Afghan refugees from Pakistan. This request came after a key meeting chaired by Taliban Prime Minister Mullah Mohammad Hasan Akhund at the Presidential Palace in Kabul. Officials gathered to review the ongoing deportation of Afghan refugees, stressing the need for respect and dignity in the process. During the session, Afghan leaders reminded Pakistan of its Islamic values and neighbourly ties. They highlighted the deep-rooted friendship between the two nations. The participants said any harsh measures…
A stunning firepower demonstration took place at the Tilla Field Firing Range in Jhelum, organized for cadets of the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA). The live event displayed the seamless coordination between the Pakistan Army and the Pakistan Air Force. It was a clear example of joint operational excellence. The firepower demonstration showcased advanced warfare techniques and precision targeting. The exercise also emphasized the armed forces’ communication strength and defensive capabilities. Cadets and students watched the display up close, witnessing the combat preparedness of the military in real time. Special units took part in the event, including the elite Special Services…
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered all trial courts to wrap up cases related to the May 9 Incident within four months. This directive came on Tuesday during a hearing of bail cancellation appeals. A three-member bench, led by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi, issued the instructions while reviewing the slow progress in politically charged cases. According to Express News, the court is determined to fast-track trials linked to the May 9 Incident. Justice Afridi stated that delays must end. He referred to the Mashal Khan case as an example, saying that trial was completed in just three months when…
The Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025 kicked off on Tuesday at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad. This two-day event aims to attract global investment into Pakistan’s mineral sector. Over 300 investors from around the world are attending the conference. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff are expected to address the gathering. Both leaders will reaffirm the government and military’s shared commitment to developing the country’s mineral resources. They see this sector as a cornerstone for Pakistan’s economic revival. Delegations have arrived from Saudi Arabia, Finland, the United States, Europe, and other nations. Their participation highlights growing…
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has deployed eight special teams to manage the deportation of Afghan refugees in Punjab. Of these, five teams are assigned to Lahore. The remaining three will operate in Sheikhupura, Nankana Sahib, and Kasur. According to the FIA spokesperson, the Lahore unit will be supervised by Assistant Director Sajid Amin. Imran Bhatti will head the Sheikhupura team, while Babar Shaharyar will take charge in Nankana Sahib. Assistant Director Immigration Rana Bilal will lead the Kasur operations. The Afghan refugees in Lahore will first be taken to temporary shelters before their repatriation. These shelters include Thokar Niaz…
A major network of poppy cultivation in Dera Ismail Khan and nearby border areas of Balochistan has come to light, sparking serious alarm over its link to terrorism and drug trafficking. According to The News, this discovery has raised deep concerns about how narcotics are being used to fund militancy in Pakistan. Reliable sources confirmed that poppy is being grown in the Pastwari and Kochmina regions. The fields are spread across 4 to 5 different locations, covering around 25 acres. Reports suggest the harvest has produced roughly 500 kilograms of opium. This stash is estimated to be worth Rs1.6 billion…
On Monday, Pakistan solemnly observed the 13th anniversary of the Gayari sector tragedy, paying heartfelt tribute to the 129 brave soldiers who lost their lives in one of the most devastating avalanches in the country’s military history. The avalanche hit on April 7, 2012. A massive wall of snow struck the Pakistan Army’s battalion headquarters in the Gayari sector near Siachen Glacier. The entire camp was buried deep under layers of snow and ice. Despite harsh weather and rugged terrain, the Pakistan Army launched an intense rescue and recovery mission that lasted for several months. Foreign experts had declared the…
In a high-stakes Dera Ismail Khan operation, Pakistani security forces killed nine terrorists linked to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) – Fitna-ul-Khawarij. The operation was based on solid intelligence and targeted a known terrorist hideout. Among the dead was Shireen, a key commander and one of the top figures in the Khawarij leadership. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the success of the mission and shared that a large cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the scene. This Dera Ismail Khan operation is a major breakthrough in Pakistan’s ongoing war against terrorism. The Khawarij group, known for its…
ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur said on Friday that Afghan refugees in Pakistan will not be deported by force from his province. He made this clear during a press conference held in Islamabad. “No Afghan refugee will be sent back from KP against their will,” Gandapur stated. “We oppose any kind of forced expulsion of Afghan nationals.” His comments came as the federal government began repatriating undocumented Afghans and those holding Afghan Citizen Cards (ACC). The deadline for voluntary return ended on March 31, 2025. Pakistan has hosted Afghan refugees for almost 50 years. Though many have…
