10 h. ago Trump rubs more salt into India’s wounds, says five jets shot down

US President Donald Trump has rubbed more salt into India’s wounds saying up to five fighter jets were shot down during recent Pakistan-India hostilities that began after Pahalgam attack in Occupied Kashmir in April, with the situation calming after a ceasefire was announced in May. President Trump, yet again, took the credit for “stopping a […]

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12 h. ago Nine terrorists neutralized, 3 officers injured in Hangu joint operation: police

The condition of Hangu DPO and Doaba Police SHO is stable, and they are undergoing treatment at CMH Kohat: IGP office HANGU: Nine terrorists were killed and three security officers, including a district police officer, sustained gunshot wounds in a joint operation carried out by police and other law enforcement agencies following intelligence about the […]

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16 h. ago Trump sues WSJ, Rupert Murdoch for defamation over Epstein report

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump sued the Wall Street Journal and its owners including Rupert Murdoch for at least $10 billion on Friday, over the newspaper’s report that his name was on a 2003 birthday greeting for Jeffrey Epstein that included a sexually suggestive drawing and a reference to secrets they shared. The lawsuit filed […]

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40 h. ago Global trade on edge: Germany pushes G7 for quick resolution

German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has urged G7 nations to work swiftly to end the ongoing global tariff dispute. Speaking in Durban on Friday, he stressed that trade tension is hurting economies and must be resolved quickly. He added that while Germany supports an agreement, it will not accept unfair conditions. Klingbeil pointed to the […]

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48 h. ago Trump denies Epstein letter, demands grand jury records unsealed

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has strongly denied claims that he wrote a personal birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003, calling the report “fake.” The Wall Street Journal had reported on Thursday that Trump’s name appeared in a note from a leather-bound album created for Epstein’s 50th birthday, years before the financier was accused […]

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49 h. ago Trump diagnosed with vein condition after swelling and bruising

US President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common and non-serious vein condition, the White House confirmed on Thursday. The announcement follows days of public speculation after Trump appeared with a bruised right hand and swollen legs. According to Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the 79-year-old president remains in excellent health despite […]

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65 h. ago Trump’s tariffs cast shadow over G20 finance talks in South Africa

Tensions over U.S. tariff threats have dominated the G20 finance ministers’ meeting in Durban, South Africa. As finance chiefs gathered to discuss global economic cooperation, President Donald Trump’s new tariff plans created concern about further trade disruption and global fragmentation. South Africa, the host, urged G20 countries to show bold leadership and unity in tackling […]

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66 h. ago PTI spokesperson blasts jail conditions, rising inflation, and targeting

PTI spokesperson Sheikh Waqas Akram strongly criticized the Adiala Jail authorities on Thursday, accusing them of violating court orders and mistreating political prisoners. He urged the Chief Justice to take immediate action, calling the situation “a mockery of the justice system” during a press conference held in Rawalpindi. He alleged that senior PTI leader Dr […]

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67 h. ago Donald Trump is NOT Visiting Pakistan this September; full details here

ISLAMABAD – US President Donald Trump is not visiting Pakistan in August, as one of leading mainstream channels retracted from

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67 h. ago Trump’s Pakistan visit still unconfirmed, says foreign office

The Foreign Office (FO) of Pakistan has said it is unaware of any planned visit by US President Donald Trump. Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan told Reuters on Thursday that he could not confirm media reports about Trump’s possible trip to Islamabad in September. Local TV channels had cited unnamed sources saying Trump might visit Pakistan […]

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2 d. ago Trump plans september visit to Pakistan, media sources confirm

      Former U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to visit Pakistan in September, according to reports aired by two major local television news channels. The sources, familiar with the matter, said preparations are already underway for his high-profile visit. Though no official confirmation has come from Islamabad or Washington yet, the reports have […]

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3 d. ago US lawmakers warn Pakistan over transnational repression, hint at ‘possible sanctions’

WASHINGTON: The US Congress may soon urge President Donald Trump’s administration to consider imposing sanctions on countries that suppress religious freedom and violate human rights, Republican Congressman Christopher H. Smith suggested during a congressional hearing on Pakistan on Tuesday. “One of the biggest disappointments—regardless of who is in the White House or at the State […]

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3 d. ago Trump says Ukraine should not target Moscow amid missile supply row

WASHINGTON: Donald Trump said Tuesday Ukraine should not target Moscow and that he had no plans to supply Kyiv with long-range missiles, following a report the US leader had encouraged President Volodymyr Zelensky to hit the Russian capital. The Financial Times reported that Trump had brought up a potential counteroffensive with Zelensky and even asked […]

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3 d. ago EU trade chief travels to Washington to stop new U.S. tariffs

EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic flew to Washington on Wednesday to try to resolve tariff disputes with the U.S. He will meet with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to discuss the issue. The talks come as U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 30% tariff on imports from […]

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3 d. ago Jhelum river near Mangla swells; PMD flags severe flood danger

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a significant flood warning for River Jhelum at Mangla, forecasting a sharp rise in water flow between 350,000 to 450,000 cusecs over the next 24 hours. This surge is expected to cause serious flooding in upstream areas, threatening communities along the riverbanks. The alert also warns that several […]

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4 d. ago Putin, unfazed by Trump, will fight on and could take more of Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin intends to keep fighting in Ukraine until the West engages on his terms for peace, unfazed by Donald Trump’s threats of tougher sanctions, and his territorial demands may widen as Russian forces advance, three sources close to the Kremlin said. Putin, who ordered Russian troops into Ukraine in February 2022 after eight […]

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4 d. ago China warns trade wars have no winners amid Trump sanctions threat

BEIJING – China has issued a strong statement against trade wars after US President Donald Trump warned of sanctions on countries buying Russian exports if Moscow fails to reach a peace deal within 50 days. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Tuesday that “there are no winners in trade wars,” adding that pressure […]

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4 d. ago Trump arms Ukraine, warns sanctions on buyers of Russian oil

In a surprising shift, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States will send new weapons to Ukraine and possibly impose sanctions on countries buying Russian oil. Speaking alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Trump expressed disappointment with Russian President Vladimir Putin and warned that peace talks must happen within 50 days […]

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5 d. ago Trump to Putin: End war in 50 days or face crushing sanctions

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a bold 50-day deadline to Russia to end the Ukraine war or face sweeping new economic sanctions. Trump made the statement during a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House, where he expressed frustration with Moscow’s actions and announced a fresh […]

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5 d. ago Trump promises ‘major statement’ on Russia as NATO talks heat up

US President Donald Trump is set to make a “major statement” on Russia as he hosts NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Washington. Trump announced over the weekend that the U.S. will send Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. This marks a shift from an earlier pause on some arms deliveries. Trump said Ukraine will […]

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