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Iran confirms death of IRGC Navy chief Tangsiri after US‑Israeli strikes

TEHRAN: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed the martyrdom of Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, its…

Fakhar Zaman faces ball-tampering charges in PSL encounter, PCB announces

LAHORE: Lahore Qalandars’ opener Fakhar Zaman has been charged with ball-tampering during Sunday’s Pakistan Super League…

President to discuss Middle East peace initiatives and Pakistan’s facilitation

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari will chair a high-level meeting today to review the ongoing Middle…

Donald Trump signals possible Iran deal, keeps military option open

WASHINGTON: Tensions remain high in the Middle East as diplomatic and military fronts continue to unfold…

Benjamin Netanyahu restores access after church leader barred in Jerusalem

JERUSALEM: Israel has said that the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Pierbattista Pizzaballa, will regain access to…

All suspects cleared in Umme Rubab Chandio case family murder trial

DADU: A local court in Dadu on Monday acquitted all accused in the high-profile triple murder…

Government unveils hybrid strategy to address power crisis

ISLAMABAD: The government is preparing a hybrid strategy to manage the anticipated electricity shortfall during the…

PM Shehbaz appreciates diplomatic engagement, reiterates Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace

ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed gratitude to the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and…

PM Urges Fuel Conservation, Rejects Petrol Price Hike

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and support the…

Anti-Trump Demonstrations Spread to Europe

WASHINGTON: Large-scale protests against US President Donald Trump erupted across the United States and several European…

IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement With Pakistan for $1.2bn

ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund has reached a staff-level agreement with Pakistan on the third review…

Pakistan Facilitates US-Iran Contacts as Regional Talks Begin

ISLAMABAD: A two-day quadrilateral meeting of foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Egypt and Pakistan is…

Climate Change Driving Severe Drought Risks: Ministry

ISLAMABAD: Federal Secretary for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Aisha Humera Moriani has stressed the need…

Celine Dion Plans Major Comeback With Paris Concerts

PARIS: Canadian music icon Celine Dion is preparing for a major comeback, with plans to perform…

Ousted Venezuelan Leader Maduro Speaks From US Jail

CARACAS: Ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores said they feel “steadfast” and…

Iran Allows 20 More Pakistani Ships Through Strait of Hormuz: Dar

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Sunday announced that Iran has…

Pakistan and Egypt Agree to Deepen Bilateral Ties, Boost Cooperation

Islamabad: Pakistan and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing coordination on…

Pentagon Prepares for Weeks-Long Ground War in Iran

Washington: The United States is significantly escalating its military posture in the Middle East as the…

In Call With PM Shehbaz, Iran’s Pezeshkian Urges Trust‑Building to Support Talks

ISLAMABAD: In a phone call on Saturday, Iran’s President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of…

Thai Prime Minister Announces Deal With Iran on Hormuz Shipping

BANGKOK: Thailand has reached an agreement with Iran to allow Thai oil vessels safe passage through…

Houthis Fire First Missile at Israel, Opening New Front in Middle East War

Yemen: Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for their first missile attack on Israel since the…

Islamabad to Host Key Talks on Iran War with Saudi, Türkiye, Egypt

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to host the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt from…

Kings Triumph as Hasan Ali Shines, All-Round Effort Seals Win

LAHORE: Hasan Ali’s lethal pace bowling, combined with an all-round masterclass from Moeen Ali and a…

Nepal Swears In Rapper Shah as New Prime Minister

Kathmandu: Balendra Shah, a rapper-turned-politician popularly known as Balen, was sworn in as Nepal’s prime minister…