70 m. ago Erdogan calls Netanyahu ‘new hitler’, urges muslim unity at OIC summit

ISTANBUL – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged Muslim countries to unite during a special meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) held in Istanbul. He warned that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is acting like “a new Hitler,” dragging the entire region toward chaos and destruction. Erdogan condemned Israel’s recent airstrikes on Iran, […]

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79 m. ago UK court rules in favor of Meesha Shafi in defamation case against ARY

Singer Meesha Shafi has won a defamation case in the UK against ARY’s British broadcaster, New Vision TV (NVTV), over a 2020 news segment. The broadcaster has now issued an on-air apology and agreed to settle the matter outside of court. The case stems from a broadcast aired on ARY UK in December 2020. The […]

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2 h. ago Pakistan set to battle New Zealand in FIH nations cup final today

Pakistan will play against New Zealand today (Saturday) in the final of the FIH Nations Cup 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This follows Pakistan’s thrilling 3-2 penalty shootout win over France in the semi-final match held on Friday. Goalkeeper Muneeb-ur-Rehman became the hero by saving three French penalties. Rana Waheed Ashraf, Hannan Shahid, and Afraz […]

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3 h. ago French PM François Bayrou gets stuck in Rafale Jet at Paris air show

PARIS – In an unusual and somewhat humorous incident, French Prime Minister François Bayrou found himself briefly stuck in the

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19 h. ago Erdoğan urges Islamic nations to respond collectively to Israeli actions

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has called on Muslims around the world to unite against Israel’s ongoing aggression and the deepening humanitarian crisis. Speaking at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Youth Forum, Erdoğan stressed that Muslim unity is not just a need but a religious duty in these trying times. He urged Muslims to […]

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21 h. ago PIA brings back 121 nationals stranded in Iran amid airspace closure

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has successfully repatriated 121 Pakistani nationals stranded in Iran through a special flight operated from Baku, Azerbaijan. The flight PK-7160 landed in Lahore at 3:40 PM on Friday, marking the conclusion of a carefully coordinated evacuation operation prompted by the closure of Iranian airspace. Due to the suspension of direct air […]

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26 h. ago Johnny Depp dons persona of Jack Sparrow for children in Paris hospital

MADRID – Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp donned once again the persona of Jack Sparrow for children. Depp recently visited a

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26 h. ago Asma Abbas clears the air: “It was just a skin allergy, not a burn”

Renowned actress Asma Abbas has clarified that her face was not burned during a makeup procedure, as rumored online. Instead, she experienced a mild allergic reaction. In a short YouTube video shared recently, the actress addressed the viral speculation about her health and appearance. She thanked fans for their concern and assured them that her […]

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27 h. ago Air India Warned for Flying Planes with Overdue Escape Slide Checks

India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued a warning to Air India after discovering that three of its Airbus planes flew with overdue checks on critical emergency equipment—specifically, escape slides. This breach of safety protocols was flagged during spot checks in May, prior to last week’s deadly Boeing 787-8 crash […]

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28 h. ago Ishaq Dar to present Pakistan’s stance at 51st OIC foreign ministers’ meeting

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar will represent Pakistan at the 51st session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers, set to take place in Türkiye on June 21-22, 2025. He will address key global and regional issues during the high-level session. During the plenary, Ishaq […]

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35 h. ago Netanyahu seeks support for Iran strikes as Trump mulls US attack within two weeks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu  welcomed “all help” in destroying Iran’s nuclear sites, amidst continued Israeli air raids on Iran. Netanyahu emphasized that while Israel is capable of targeting all of Iran’s nuclear facilities, assistance would be appreciated. He also stated that US President Donald Trump would act in the best interests of the United […]

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39 h. ago Trump says to mull ‘US attack’ as Netanyahu seeks support amid escalated week

Tel Aviv is capable of striking all of Iran’s nuclear facilities but all help is welcome: Israeli PM Israel, Iran trade strikes as air war escalates with no end in sight Iran strikes Israeli defence sites in Haifa, stock exchange in Tel Aviv with missiles and drones as Israel targets Iranian nuclear sites Khamenei says […]

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43 h. ago ‘KP’s Rickshaws vs. Punjab’s Air Ambulance: Azma slams PTI’s govt priorities

Info Minister says nation applauds Field Marshal Asim Munir’s meeting with Trump—except Modi and the ‘Fitna’ Brigade LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari on Thursday fired a broadside at Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and drew a comparison between the priorities of the two governments, saying while Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is “launching modern air ambulances” to serve […]

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47 h. ago Greenpeace warns of ‘potential disaster’ after oil spill off UAE

DUBAI: Greenpeace on Thursday warned that an oil spill resulting from a tanker collision off the coast of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) could have grave environmental consequences, after authorities reported a “small” slick. On Tuesday, the Emirati coastguard said it rescued 24 crew members of the Adalynn oil tanker after it collided with the Front Eagle […]

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51 h. ago Iran and Israel exchange air strikes as Trump keeps US role unclear

Iran and Israel continued their intense air attacks on Thursday, deepening the worst conflict between the two nations in years. President Donald Trump has kept the world guessing about whether the US will join Israel’s campaign against Iran’s nuclear sites. The situation has raised fears of wider regional instability. Over the past week, Israeli airstrikes […]

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52 h. ago Pakistan navy rescues injured Indian crew member in swift sea operation

The Pakistan Navy successfully carried out a rescue mission to save a seriously injured Indian crew member at sea, following an urgent medical assistance request. The operation was launched after the oil tanker MT High Leader reported the emergency involving the crewman. This prompt response highlights Pakistan Navy’s strong commitment to humanitarian efforts beyond borders. […]

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52 h. ago Pakistan, Uzbekistan discuss OIC agenda ahead of Istanbul summit

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone call with Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov to discuss bilateral and regional matters. The main focus of their conversation was the upcoming meeting of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM), scheduled to take place in Istanbul from July 21 to 22. Both […]

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3 d. ago Khamenei vows ‘no mercy’ as Iran fires hypersonic missiles at Israel

Iran launched hypersonic missiles at Israel, marking a significant escalation. Supreme Leader Khamenei warned Iran would show “no mercy” to Israel. Iran claims it used advanced Fattah-1 missiles in the attack, which targeted Israeli territories. Meanwhile, Israel responded with air strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, killing top scientists and commanders. These actions increase fears of […]

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3 d. ago PIA rescues 107 stranded Pakistanis from Iran amid regional tensions

ISLAMABAD – A special Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight successfully brought home 107 Pakistani nationals stranded in Iran due to regional instability and the closure of Iranian airspace. The special flight PK-9552 landed in Islamabad early Tuesday morning, arriving from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The passengers had earlier traveled overland from Iran to Ashgabat after air routes […]

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3 d. ago President Asif Ali Zardari praises Pakistan air force for strong defense against Indian aggression

ISLAMABAD — President Asif Ali Zardari visited the Air Headquarters (AHQ) to boost the morale of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) after its impressive role in defending the country’s airspace against recent Indian aggression. During the visit, the President expressed great satisfaction with the PAF’s combat readiness and unwavering commitment. Upon arrival, President Zardari was […]

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