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UNITED NATIONS: At the United Nations, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative Asim Iftikhar has called for the immediate cessation of escalating tensions in the Middle East. Addressing the UN Security Council during a session focused on…

ISLAMABAD: The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports has announced a change in the working hours of passport offices nationwide. Under the new schedule, all passport offices will now remain open Monday through Thursday each…

BAGHDAD: A U.S. aerial refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq during a military operation, killing all six personnel on board, according to reports from United States Central Command (CENTCOM). CENTCOM confirmed the incident in a…

ISLAMABAD: In the wake of Al-Quds Day rallies and to prevent any march toward the Diplomatic Enclave, the capital administration has blocked all roads leading to the high-security Red Zone in Islamabad. The administration last night also…

JEDDAH: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah and both sides discussed ongoing situation in the Middle East. The prime minister reiterated Pakistan’s strong and unwavering support for Saudi…

Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation to address security challenges and promote lasting peace and stability in the region, particularly in the context of the evolving situation in Afghanistan.…

Zahiruddin In the remote and mountainous regions of Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan, where access to education and healthcare remains a challenge for many families, the selfless efforts of Safirah Saif have become a source of hope for…

PESHAWAR: In a counter-terrorism operation in Lakki Marwat, two terrorists were killed and five were arrested alive, officials confirmed. According to reports, the police intensified operations against insurgents. Yesterday, an operation…

TEHRAN: The wife of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is alive. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed reports attributed to Mansoureh Khajesteh Baqerzadeh, according to Iranian media. Earlier, on February  28, a…

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the appointment of Nihal Hashmi, a leader of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) and former Senator, as the governor of Sindh. The approval was given following the advice of Prime Minister…