58 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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3 d. ago Pakistan assumes UN security council presidency, renews call for Kashmir resolution

Pakistan has officially taken over the presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the month of July, with Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad calling for urgent attention to the Kashmir dispute. Speaking at a press conference in New York, he emphasized that the decades-old issue continues to fuel tensions between Pakistan and India and […]

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4 d. ago ‘Another Milestone’: Pakistan assumes rotating presidency of UNSC

Pakistan takes on this responsibility with humility, conviction and profound commitment to UN Charter: FM Dar Ambassador Kamran Akhtar also elected as President of 53rd session of UNIDO NEW YORK: Pakistan achieved another milestone on the diplomatic front as Islamabad assumed the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the month of […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan takes over UN security council presidency for july 2025

Pakistan has officially assumed the presidency of the United Nations Security Council for the month of July 2025. The Foreign Office described the development as a great responsibility, which Pakistan is undertaking with purpose, humility, and strong commitment to global peace efforts. In its official statement, Pakistan reaffirmed that its leadership at the Council will […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan to assume UNSC’s presidency for July today, vows to uphold international law

Pakistan is set to assume the presidency of the United Nations Security Council for the month of July 2025 on Tuesday, with Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad pledging to uphold multilateralism and international law while steering the 15-member body’s work. “Pakistan’s Presidency will be transparent, inclusive, and responsive,” the Pakistani envoy told APP correspondent at the […]

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5 d. ago Kamran Akhtar leads 53rd UNIDO meeting, Pakistan marks historic win

Pakistan has received another major international honor as it was elected Chair of the 53rd meeting of the United Nations Industrial Development Board (UNIDO). This marks the first time Pakistan holds this important position. Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Kamran Akhtar, officially assumed the role and its responsibilities starting today. Diplomatic sources say this […]

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8 d. ago Leaders extend Hijri new year greetings, urge unity and compassion

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended heartfelt greetings to the nation and the Muslim Ummah on the arrival of the new Islamic year 1447 Hijri. Both leaders prayed for peace, stability, and prosperity for Pakistan and the wider Muslim world. President Zardari highlighted the sacredness of the new month, […]

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9 d. ago UN rights experts slam India’s forced evictions, demolitions of Muslim properties

GENEVA: The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has issued a stark condemnation of India’s ongoing arbitrary demolitions, which disproportionately target minorities, particularly Muslims, and violate their housing rights. The Council has raised concerns over the misuse of national security measures to justify forced evictions. The UNHRC, during its 59th session held in Geneva, emphasized […]

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9 d. ago Pakistan to assume UN security council presidency next month

Pakistan is set to take over the presidency of the United Nations Security Council next month, marking a significant moment for the country on the global diplomatic stage. Ambassador Munir Akram informed UN Secretary-General António Guterres about Pakistan’s agenda and priorities during its upcoming leadership of the Council. During their meeting, Ambassador Akram highlighted key […]

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9 d. ago Iran nuclear issue: Pakistan urges diplomacy, dialogue, verification

Pakistan reaffirmed its support for resolving Iran nuclear issue through peaceful means when the UN Security Council on Tuesday discussed the latest developments related to the implementation of its 2015 resolution endorsing the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which limits the Iranian atomic programme. “Diplomatic engagement and the resumption of dialogue are the best […]

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1 week ago Pakistan urges diplomacy, dialogue resumption to resolve Iran’s nuclear issue

Diplomacy has delivered previously, and with necessary political will, it can certainly deliver again, Amb Asim Iftikhar tells UNSC, referring to JCPOA signed in 2015   NEW YORK: Pakistan reaffirmed its support for resolving Iran nuclear issue through peaceful means when the UN Security Council on Tuesday discussed the latest developments related to the implementation […]

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1 week ago China blames U.S. for sparking Iran nuclear crisis at UN meeting

China has strongly criticized the United States for triggering the current Iran nuclear crisis, accusing Washington of creating instability and undermining diplomatic efforts. Speaking at a UN Security Council meeting, China’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Fu Cong, said that the U.S. unilaterally withdrew from the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) and forced Iran to scale […]

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1 week ago Iran’s Parliament Approves Bill to Halt Cooperation with IAEA Amid Tensions

Iran’s parliament on Wednesday passed a bill that would suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a move that escalates tensions in the ongoing conflict with Israel. The bill, which still requires final approval from Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, aims to halt surveillance, inspections, and the filing of reports to the IAEA, […]

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1 week ago At SCO summit, Pakistan reaffirms commitment to regional peace and stability

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s National Security Advisor (NSA) attended the 20th meeting of Security Council Secretaries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states held in Beijing, China. During the summit, the NSA delivered a key speech reiterating Pakistan’s stance on the global and regional situation. He emphasized Pakistan’s ongoing contributions to peace and security in […]

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1 week ago China praises Pakistan’s role in promoting peaceful regional solutions through diplomacy

ISLAMABAD – China has appreciated Pakistan’s active and constructive role in supporting peaceful solutions to regional security challenges, particularly through diplomatic efforts at global forums like the United Nations Security Council. Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong conveyed this praise during a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday. Their discussion focused on the regional security […]

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1 week ago Iran assures Qatar: ‘Our attack targeted only U.S. base, not you’

Iran defends its missile strike on a U.S. airbase in Qatar, claiming it posed no threat to Qatar or its people. The Supreme National Security Council of Iran released an official statement. It stated the attack was a direct response to U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites. Iran emphasized that the strike specifically targeted the […]

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1 week ago Afghanistan Humanitarian Crisis Deepens As Millions Face Hunger, Education Bans

NEW YORK: Afghanistan is grappling with a severe humanitarian crisis, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported to the Security Council. Half of the Afghan populace requires humanitarian aid, struggling with hunger, displacement, and lack of access to basic necessities. This was informed in a briefing to the Security Council […]

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1 week ago Norway PM calls U.S. strikes on Iran a violation of international law

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has strongly criticized recent U.S. attacks on Iran, calling them a violation of international law. He said the strikes have made the Middle East situation more complicated and have effectively paralyzed the United Nations Security Council. His remarks come as global concerns grow over rising tensions in the region. […]

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1 week ago China says US attack on Iran damages credibility, calls for ceasefire

HONG KONG – China condemned the recent US strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, saying it has damaged Washington’s credibility and raised fears the conflict could spiral out of control. The comments followed a UN Security Council meeting on Sunday. China’s UN Ambassador Fu Cong urged all parties to avoid using force and to prevent further […]

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1 week ago Pakistan condemns US strikes on Iran at UN, reaffirms solidarity with Iranian people

UNITED NATIONS – Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, strongly condemned the recent US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities during a special session of the UN Security Council on Sunday. He warned that such actions could dangerously increase tensions in the region. He stated that the ongoing Israeli aggression and unlawful military […]

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