9 h. ago KP govt convenes ‘peace Jirga’ to evolve ‘unified strategy’ for restoring peace on Nov 12

CM Afridi, Junaid chair high-level meeting to finalise jirga plan to be in KP Assembly Says peace, not politics, is province’s top priority, warn against tampering with NFC award 20 parties, bar representatives, ex-governors to attend the moot as Afridi reaches to Achakzai and Raja Nasir PESHAWAR: Amid escalating security concerns and a deteriorating law […]

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5 d. ago Lebanese President orders Army to resist any Israeli incursion

Lebanese President Michel Aoun has ordered the army to strongly resist any future Israeli incursions in southern Lebanon. He warned the military to remain vigilant after recent attacks. Tensions have risen as Israeli forces repeatedly violated the ceasefire agreement established in November last year. Officials emphasized that Lebanon’s sovereignty must be defended, and any violation […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan won’t need ‘even a fraction’ of its arsenal, Asif warns Taliban

Defence minister issues strongest warning yet after Istanbul talks collapse Says Pakistan engaged in peace talks at request of friendly nations Terms Afghan officials’ remarks “venomous” and reflective of fractured mindset Warns any terror attack on Pakistan will invite a decisive response ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Wednesday issued a stark warning to […]

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7 d. ago Field Marshal Asim Munir’s Arab nations’ tour hailed as landmark in military diplomacy

Cairo, Amman, Riyadh reaffirm trust in Pakistan’s Armed Forces during COAS’s visit High-evel meetings focus on counterterrorism, defence cooperation and intelligence sharing Visit strengthens Muslim world’s military unity and solidarity as leaders laud Pakistan’s professionalism, peacekeeping role Engagement highlights Pakistan’s growing global credibility as proactive diplomacy reinforces regional stability   ISLAMABAD: Field Marshal Syed Asim […]

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1 week ago Pakistan eyes verifiable counterterror mechanism as second round of talks with Afghanistan opens in Istanbul

Istanbul round seeks to operationalise Doha ceasefire through concrete monitoring framework Pakistan pushes Afghan Taliban for time-bound, verifiable action against TTP sanctuaries Khawaja Asif warns of ‘open war’ if peace initiative collapses ISLAMABAD/ISTANBUL: A crucial second round of Pakistan–Afghanistan talks opened in Istanbul on Saturday, with Islamabad pushing for the establishment of a “concrete and […]

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1 week ago At UN, Pakistan urges global action against Islamophobia at UN

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has called on the international community to address the growing weaponisation of religion and rising Islamophobia, warning that such trends threaten peace, diversity and fundamental human rights. Speaking at the UN General Assembly’s Third Committee, which deals with social, cultural and humanitarian issues, Pakistani delegate Saima Saleem said the world was witnessing […]

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1 week ago Field Marshal Munir reaffirms defence, security partnership with Egypt

COAS meets Egyptian defence leadership, discusses regional security and military cooperation Says Pakistan, Egypt ties rooted in ‘brotherhood, peace and stability, lays wreath at Memorial of Unknown Soldier, Anwar Sadat’s grave Meets Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, stressing unity and rejection of extremist ideologies RAWALPINDI: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirmed […]

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2 w. ago ‘Any violation of territorial integrity to get firm response’

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Tuesday reaffirmed that Pakistan would respond firmly and decisively to any violation of its territorial integrity, emphasising that the country seeks regional peace and stability but would not compromise on its sovereignty. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief made these […]

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2 w. ago COAS reaffirms Pakistan’s pursuit of peace but warns against violation of its sovereignty

Field Marshal Asim Munir says Indian proxies, cross-border terror to be crushed ‘decisively’ Says ‘Fitna al-Hindustan’ and ‘Fitna al-Khawarij’ spreading violence under foreign agenda Stresses Balochistan’s people, not politics, Pakistan’s true strength, vowing decisive action to rid province of militant proxies Highlights centre, provincial efforts to uplift province through people-centric growth, urging youth, civil society […]

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2 w. ago Army Chief vows to crush terrorist proxies, sends strong warning to India

Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir said Pakistan will take strong steps to end terrorist proxies. He accused India-sponsored groups of spreading anti-state propaganda and fueling violence. He warned that these groups harm public peace and stability. Therefore, he pledged that security forces will act decisively to dismantle these networks. He also stressed that […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan cautions world against India’s unilateral manipulation of transboundary water flows

PM’s advisor warns Rome forum of threats to regional peace from ‘Delhi’s weaponizing water access’ Says India’s actions undermine Indus Waters Treaty, urges global response ROME: Pakistan on Thursday warned that India’s unilateral manipulation of transboundary water flows constitutes a serious violation of international norms and a threat to sustainable development and regional peace, stressing […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan will be ‘constrained to a decisive response’ if ceasefire violated, warns Asif

Defence minister says truce reached on Kabul’s request after precision strikes in Kandahar, Kabul Alleges Afghan regime acting as India’s proxy and undermining regional peace, warning Islamabad will not tolerate renewed border aggression Welcomes Donald Trump’s offer to mediate ceasefire, calls efforts ‘most welcome’ ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Thursday warned that Pakistan would […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan warns of ‘swift and resolute’ response to any Indian aggression: ISPR

ISPR cautions New Delhi that any misadventure will draw a ‘response remembered by posterity’ Accuses India of fabricating pre-election propaganda, attempting to ‘rewrite history’ after Maarka-e-Haq Warns jingoism and chest-thumping could endanger peace and stability in South Asia RAWALPINDI: Pakistan on Wednesday expressed deep concern over what it described as India’s “provocative rhetoric,” warning that […]

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2 w. ago Zardari, Field Marshal Munir discuss border tensions, vow to defend sovereignty

Army chief briefs president on internal and external security amid rising Pakistan-Afghanistan border tensions President lauds armed forces’ professionalism, saying Pakistan will defend its territorial integrity ‘at all costs’ Condemns cross-border attacks, calls them a “blatant violation” of sovereignty and the Doha Accord ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field […]

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2 w. ago Indian arrogance risks South Asia’s peace, warns Pakistan Army

The Pakistan Army’s public relations wing, ISPR, warned that India’s arrogance and inflammatory statements threaten peace in South Asia. They strongly condemned the Indian military leadership for spreading false and provocative propaganda. ISPR said this behavior is dangerous and could lead to serious consequences for the region’s stability. The warning came after India resumed such […]

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3 w. ago Govt won’t allow violence or blackmail in name of protest: Talal Ch

State Minister for Interior says protests must remain within constitutional, peaceful limits Vows legal action against violent instigators, warning against exploiting religion or Palestine’s suffering for politics ISLAMABAD: State Minister for Interior Senator Talal Chaudhry on Friday accused Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) of exploiting the issue of corruption for political purposes, reiterating that the government would […]

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