Mumtaz Hussain

UNITED NATIONS: The United Nations Security Council has adopted a Pakistan-drafted annual report to the General Assembly by consensus, underscoring the body’s role in addressing global crises and strengthening institutional accountability.…

UNITED NATIONS: Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad on Monday condemned drone attacks targeting the UAE’s Barakah Nuclear Power Plant and Saudi Arabia during a UN Security Council briefing on the Middle East. Addressing the council, the…

NEW YORK: Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, has said that the true character of nations is judged during moments of crisis. He noted that Marka-e-Haq demonstrated the collective…

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has stated that expanding regular migration pathways remains the most effective strategy to reduce irregular migration and address the vulnerabilities associated with it. Pakistan underscored the importance of…

UNITED NATIONS: The United States and Bahrain have submitted a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council calling for an immediate end to attacks and disruptions targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. According…

NEW YORK: FIFA has signed a long-term exclusive collectibles partnership with Fanatics, expanding their growing commercial relationship. The agreement will cover physical and digital trading cards, stickers, and trading card games. The…

UNITED NATIONS NEW YORK: Pakistan has demanded accountability for the deadly drone attack on the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), warning that impunity could encourage future assaults on peacekeepers. Speaking…

NEW YORK: New York City recorded its lowest murder rate in history during the first four months of 2026, police said Monday. Jessica S. Tisch said the city also saw a 9.5% drop in overall crime. April alone recorded 19 murders, setting a…

LONG ISLAND (NY): A local church in Lynbrook organized a free gas camp to support residents grappling with inflation. The initiative aimed to ease financial pressure caused by rising fuel prices. The event took place at a gas station…

UNITED NATIONS: Secretary-General António Guterres has singled out Pakistan as part of a critical mediation effort to prevent the Strait of Hormuz crisis from spiralling into a wider global economic emergency. Speaking at the UN in New…