2 h. ago Pakistan, Azerbaijan ink $2 billion investment deal: PM Shehbaz

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has confirmed that Pakistan and Azerbaijan have signed a $2 billion investment agreement, aimed at boosting economic cooperation between the two countries. The announcement came during the PM’s official visit to Baku, where he met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev. Speaking to the media, PM Shehbaz called his meeting with President […]

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3 h. ago Syria willing to work with US to restore 1974 truce deal with Israel

Syria has expressed readiness to cooperate with the United States to reinstate the 1974 disengagement agreement with Israel, according to a statement issued after a call between Syrian Foreign Minister Asad Al-Shibani and his American counterpart Marco Rubio. The development comes as Washington intensifies efforts to mediate peace between Syria and Israel. Last week, US […]

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5 h. ago Justice Mansoor urges release of judicial commission meeting minutes

ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court’s senior puisne judge, Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, has called on the Judicial Commission of Pakistan (JCP) to make public the minutes of all its meetings held under the tenure of Chief Justice Yahya Afridi. In a letter dated June 25 addressed to the JCP secretary, Justice Shah expressed concern over the […]

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6 h. ago Russia strikes Kyiv with war’s biggest drone attack after Trump

Russia launched its largest drone and missile attack on Kyiv overnight, just hours after a phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to Ukrainian officials, at least 23 people were injured, and dozens of buildings were damaged, including schools, apartments, and a medical facility. Air raid sirens rang from […]

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7 h. ago PTI blasts Punjab govt over assembly chaos, vows legal and street protests

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has strongly criticized the Punjab government over the suspension of 26 of its lawmakers and accused it of suppressing democracy. During a joint press conference at the Islamabad Press Club, PTI leaders Salman Akram Raja, Malik Ahmed Khan Bhachar, and Latif Khosa denounced what they called a politically motivated crackdown. Opposition Leader […]

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9 h. ago PM Shehbaz slams Israeli strikes on Iran, stands firm with oppressed nations

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned what he called “unjustified, illegal, and unnecessary Israeli aggression” against neighboring country Iran, during his address at the 17th Heads of State Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) held in Baku. He expressed deep sorrow over the civilian casualties caused by the Israeli strikes and extended condolences […]

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10 h. ago Myanmar Junta defends record, says 93 child soldiers released

Myanmar’s ruling junta claimed on Friday that it had already released 93 children from military service, responding to a recent UN report that accused it of widespread child recruitment. The military stated that it had conducted a verification process last year, which resulted in the discharge of these minors, who were also given financial support […]

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11 h. ago Arslan Ash responds to doping ban, calls himself victim of misinformation

Pakistan’s star Tekken player Arslan Ash has finally broken his silence after receiving a two-year doping ban from the International Esports Federation (IESF). Ash said he was misled by a local trainer who gave him banned supplements in 2022 without warning him of the consequences. He claimed he had no intention of gaining any unfair […]

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12 h. ago Russia becomes first nation to officially recognize Taliban government

In a landmark move, Russia has become the first country to officially recognize the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan, calling it a step toward stronger bilateral cooperation. The announcement came after a meeting between Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and Russian Ambassador Dmitry Zhirnov in Kabul. The Taliban praised the decision as “brave” and a […]

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13 h. ago 30 terrorists killed as Pakistan foils major border infiltration attempt

In a major success for Pakistan’s security forces, 30 Indian-sponsored terrorists were killed while attempting to infiltrate from the Afghanistan border. The infiltration bid took place in the general area of Hassan Khel, North Waziristan, during the nights of July 1st and 2nd. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), troops responded with precise and […]

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26 h. ago Michael Madsen, Iconic ‘Kill Bill’ and ‘Reservoir Dogs’ Star, Dies at 67

Michael Madsen, the legendary actor best known for his roles in Kill Bill and Reservoir Dogs, has passed away at the age of 67. The actor was found unresponsive at his Malibu home early on Thursday morning, with Los Angeles County deputies responding to a 911 call. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Madsen’s […]

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27 h. ago China willing to work with all nations to promote global peace and prosperity: Han Zheng

BEIJING: Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on Thursday called for stronger international cooperation to safeguard world peace and promote shared prosperity as he addressed the opening ceremony of the 13th World Peace Forum at Tsinghua University in Beijing. Han said the world is undergoing profound and accelerating changes, with growing uncertainties and frequent regional and […]

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28 h. ago PHC demands accountability over Swat tragedy, seeks reports on rescue operations

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) has called for detailed reports on the availability of helicopters and safety measures for tourists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following the tragic drowning incident in the Swat River. A two-member bench, led by Chief Justice SM Atiq Shah, presided over the proceedings, examining the lapses that led to the loss […]

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31 h. ago Nicola Peltz Breaks Silence Amid Growing Tensions With Brooklyn Beckham’s Family

Nicola Peltz Beckham has responded to claims that she’s controlling her husband, Brooklyn Beckham, following growing tensions between the Beckham and Peltz families. This comes after Nicola posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram for her father Nelson Peltz’s 83rd birthday, which sparked a wave of online commentary and speculation about her relationship with Brooklyn. In […]

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31 h. ago Parliament warns of rising climate threats, criticizes disaster response systems

ISLAMABAD – The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Climate Change voiced serious concern on Thursday over Pakistan’s growing climate challenges and the poor performance of its disaster response systems. Officials and lawmakers discussed glacier melting, flood risks, and ineffective early warning systems. During the session, committee member Sahibzada Sibghatullah criticized the current warning system, calling […]

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33 h. ago Court reinstates doctors fired over protest, declares Punjab govt’s dismissal order invalid

In a major relief for protesting doctors, the Lahore High Court has cancelled the Punjab government’s notification that terminated several doctors for participating in strikes. The court has also ordered their immediate reinstatement, calling the government’s move unlawful. Justice Sajid Mehmood Sethi presided over the contempt of court hearing related to the ongoing protest by […]

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34 h. ago South African air chief praises Pakistan armed forces’ professionalism, sacrifices

RAWALPINDI – South Africa’s Chief of the Air Force Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo called on Chairman Joint Chiefs of

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34 h. ago Pakistan urges urgent UN action to end gang violence in Haiti

Pakistan has called on the United Nations Security Council to take immediate and strong action to restore peace in Haiti, where gang violence has caused chaos and suffering. Speaking during a Council meeting, Pakistan’s UN envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmad warned that Haiti’s streets have become battlegrounds and that time is running out. Ambassador Asim emphasized […]

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35 h. ago Thailand’s new cabinet sworn in as suspended PM faces ethics probe

Thailand’s new Cabinet members were officially sworn in on Thursday, including suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who is under investigation for breaching ethics during a phone call with a Cambodian leader. Despite her suspension just two days earlier, Paetongtarn was present at Government House for the oath-taking ceremony, where she smiled but avoided media questions. […]

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35 h. ago UK parliament bans Palestine action as terror group amid rising tensions

British lawmakers have voted to officially ban the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action, labeling it a terrorist organisation. The decision follows a series of disruptive protests, including one last month where activists damaged two aircraft at a Royal Air Force base in southern England. Palestine Action, known for its direct-action tactics, has long targeted UK companies […]

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