93 m. ago Pakistan warns UN of Afghanistan becoming breeding ground for terror

Pakistan on Monday called on the international community to “speak with one voice” in order to hold the Taliban to their commitments, including not to allow the use of Afghan soil against any country and to ensure the shared goal of a stable and prosperous Afghanistan free from terrorism. “We continue to see attempts by […]

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1 hour ago Iran renews call for diplomacy, cites disruption by Israel war

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reaffirmed the country’s commitment to diplomacy on Tuesday, stating that the progress toward a historic nuclear deal with the United States was disrupted by the recent Israel-Iran conflict. Araqchi highlighted that, prior to the outbreak of war, he and US special envoy Steve Witkoff were “on the cusp of a […]

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3 h. ago UK warns Israel of further action if Gaza ceasefire talks fail

The United Kingdom has warned Israel of possible further action if it backs out of Gaza ceasefire talks. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy made the statement during a parliamentary committee meeting on foreign affairs. He said recent remarks by Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, suggesting the relocation of Gaza’s population to the south, could derail […]

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3 h. ago Imran Khan’s sons to join movement in Pakistan, says sister Aleema Khan

Aleema Khan, sister of imprisoned PTI founder and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, has revealed that his sons Sulaiman and Qasim Khan are preparing to join a nationwide political movement in Pakistan. Speaking to the media outside Adiala Jail on Tuesday, Aleema said Imran Khan has given a clear message: “All political and legal doors […]

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3 h. ago Saudi, Iranian foreign ministers meet in Makkah for key talks

In a significant diplomatic move, Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud met his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi in Makkah on Tuesday. The meeting was confirmed by Saudi Press Agency (SPA) and focused on improving ties and regional peace. According to the SPA, both ministers discussed current developments in the Middle East, […]

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4 h. ago Punjab govt striving for ease and convenience of the masses: CM Maryam

Chief Minister inaugurates Rs8.77b Nawaz Sharif flyover and GPO Chowk Underpass on Mall Road in Rawalpindi RAWALPINDI/LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Tuesday inaugurated two major traffic infrastructure projects in Rawalpindi, declaring them a historic milestone for the city’s long-standing traffic woes, according to a handout from the Punjab DGPR. The Rs8.77 billion mega initiative […]

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4 h. ago 26 Punjab MPAs face disqualification under article 63(2), says speaker

Speaker of the Punjab Assembly, Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan, has stated that the disqualification of 26 opposition members is constitutionally valid under Article 63(2) of the Constitution. He emphasized that lawmakers must respect the Assembly as the “house of democracy” and refrain from behavior that disrupts its integrity. Speaking to students at LUMS University, the […]

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5 h. ago KP CM launches historic rural sanitation program to cover over 2,000 villages

PESHAWAR: In a significant step towards improving public health and hygiene in rural areas, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur on Tuesday announced the launch of a province-wide rural sanitation program. The initiative, introduced under the Local Government Department, aims to provide dedicated sanitation services to over 2,000 village councils in the […]

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7 h. ago South Africa pushes back against Trump’s 30% tariff, calls for fair trade talks

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 30% tariff starting next month. He said the tariff is based on wrong trade data. Ramaphosa stressed that South Africa’s average tariff on U.S. goods is only 7.6%, and most U.S. products enter South Africa without any tariff. He also said […]

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7 h. ago Turkey’s foreign and defense chiefs set for key talks with Pakistan

Turkiye’s foreign minister Hakan Fidan and defense minister will visit Pakistan on Wednesday. They will hold talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The agenda includes strengthening bilateral ties, discussing regional peace, and boosting defense industry cooperation. Turkiye showed strong support for Pakistan during its military clash with India in May. This move angered India and […]

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8 h. ago Deadly protests rock Kenya as tensions rise over police brutality

At least 11 people were killed and dozens injured on Monday as Kenyan police clashed with demonstrators during anti-government protests in Nairobi and other cities. The protests marked the 35th anniversary of the historic Saba Saba pro-democracy movement, but this year’s unrest was fueled by public outrage over the recent death of blogger Albert Ojwang […]

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9 h. ago FBR eases tax rules for overseas Pakistanis in property market

In a significant move, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that overseas Pakistanis can now pay advance tax at filer rates on buying or selling property in Pakistan—even if they are non-filers. This policy applies under specific conditions and is aimed at easing investment for non-resident Pakistanis. To qualify, individuals must hold either […]

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10 h. ago Pakistan to import half a million tons of sugar amid price surge

The federal cabinet has given the final approval to import 500,000 tons of sugar to stabilize the market. The government sector will manage the import process, and all preparations are complete. The Ministry of Food Security confirmed that import operations will start without delay. The ministry explained that this move aims to keep sugar prices […]

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11 h. ago Texas Flash Floods Leave Over 100 Dead, With Search for Missing Ongoing

More than 100 people have been killed by flash floods in Texas, with several still missing, including girls from a summer camp. The floods, which struck over the Fourth of July weekend, wreaked havoc along the Guadalupe River near San Antonio, sparking a massive search-and-rescue operation. Authorities are facing tough questions about preparedness and the […]

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12 h. ago Erdogan, Kurdish lawmakers hold historic talks as PKK prepares to disarm

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met lawmakers from the pro-Kurdish DEM party on Monday, marking a significant step in Turkey’s renewed peace efforts with Kurdish militants. The meeting follows recent progress toward ending the PKK’s decades-long armed struggle. The talks were held at the presidential complex in Ankara and lasted just over an hour. Erdogan […]

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13 h. ago Iran willing to restart nuclear talks if US restores trust: Pezeshkian

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said his country is open to restarting nuclear talks with the United States—if Washington can rebuild trust after recent hostilities. In an interview with Tucker Carlson released on Monday, Pezeshkian stressed that Tehran has “no problem” re-entering negotiations, but it needs firm guarantees that similar attacks will not happen again. […]

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13 h. ago Trump, Netanyahu meet amid Gaza ceasefire push and Iran talks

Former U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday as Israel and Hamas continued indirect ceasefire negotiations in Doha, Qatar. The leaders held a private dinner with top advisers in the White House Blue Room, skipping the traditional Oval Office meeting. Trump expressed optimism, saying a breakthrough […]

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14 h. ago Queen Camilla Attempts To Outshine Princess Kate During Latest State Visit Amid Rising Tensions

Queen Camilla is expected to take centre stage at the upcoming French State Visit, with her choice of royal jewels potentially outshining the Princess of Wales. As the royal family prepares for the high-profile event, jewellery expert Tobias Kormind predicts that Camilla’s dramatic tiara selection could give her a dazzling edge over Kate. Speaking to […]

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27 h. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan begin key talks to boost trade and fight terror

Pakistan and Afghanistan held important talks in Islamabad on Monday to improve trade, transit, and regional security. These talks were the first under a new Additional Secretary-Level Mechanism. The initiative follows a visit by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister to Kabul in April. Both sides agreed to continue cooperation for peace and development. Ambassador Syed Ali […]

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28 h. ago Rubio heads to Asia in first visit, ASEAN talks set to focus on trade

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to make his first official visit to Asia this week, where he will attend a high-level ASEAN meeting in Malaysia from July 8 to 12, the State Department announced Monday. The visit underscores Washington’s efforts to strengthen strategic and trade ties with Southeast Asia as part of […]

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