“Pak realised Afghanistan won’t be its vassal,” Expert says
Burzine Waghmar, Iranian and Pakistan studies expert at the University of London, said that Pakistan has come to the grim realisation that “Taliban 2.0 is a different kettle of fish…
Strait of Hormuz choke: China calls on warring parties to halt citing trade disruptions
Spokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, Lin Jian called for all parties in the Middle East to exercise restraint. Lin said that the recent tense situation in the…
PIA flight from Fujerah to Lahore diverts to Karachi over ‘snag’, to resume journey soon
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) said that its flight PK178, travelling from Fujerah in the United Arab Emirates to Lahore, was diverted to Karachi due to a “snag”, Dawn reported. The…
PM Modi extends Eid greetings to UAE President
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday conveyed Eid greetings to his ‘brother’ Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. In the call, PM Modi reiterated India’s strong condemnation…
Afghanistan has lost trust in Pakistan’s intentions regarding diplomatic solutions: FM Muttaqi after Pak airstrikes on Kabul
The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has lost trust in Pakistan’s commitment to diplomacy after a deadly airstrike carried out by Pakistani forces killed hundreds of civilians at a drug rehabilitation…
Parliamentary panel calls for implementing Space Based Surveillance-III programme in time-bound manner
A Parlimentary committee has urged the Ministry of External Affairs to take necessary measures to deepen bilateral, multilateral engagements, expand defence partnerships, and formulate a comprehensive regional strategy that will…
Trump says scrapping Obama-led Iran deal averted ‘nuclear holocaust’
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday defended his administration’s actions in the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, claiming that scrapping the Iran nuclear deal signed under former President Barack Obama…
“We want this war to end,” German Envoy to India says
Philipp Ackermann, German Ambassador to India, said that the country wants the war to be over soon. Ackermann, while talking to ANI on Tuesday, said that Germany wants the warring…
“Which side are you on?” Iran Security Chief calls for unity among Muslim majority countries amid war
Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, Ali Larijani has issued a message to the Muslim world saying that Iran remains “steadfast” in its fight against the US…
Netanyahu releases another video amid death rumours
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday released yet another video of himself interacting with people amid death rumours circulating on social media. This follows a previous video of Netanyahu…
US’ European allies snub Trump’s request for support in Strait of Hormuz
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that the United Kingdom will not be drawn into a wider war in West Asia, after US President Donald Trump warned that the…
Iran’s Supreme Leader appoints Ex IRGC Commander as military adviser
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Monday appointed former Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps commander Mohsen Rezaei as his military adviser, Al Jazeera reported, citing Iran’s Mehr News Agency. Meanwhile, the…
“Nobody’s seen him, which is unusual”: Trump raises questions about Mojtaba Khamenei’s health
US President Donald Trump on Monday questioned the health and whereabouts of Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, saying the leader has not been seen publicly and noting that speculation about…
Lahore court approves closure of NAB probe against Maryam, Nawaz in sugar mills case
An accountability court on Monday approved the closure of the investigation by the National Accountability Bureau in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills case involving Maryam Nawaz and her father, former Pakistan…
Jaishankar concludes Brussels visit, says India-EU FTA a turning point in ties
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently concluded a productive visit to Brussels, where he held talks with leaders and foreign ministers from the European Union to advance cooperation across trade,…
TIB calls for fair probe into killing of JU student Sharmin Jahan Khadija
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has voiced serious concern over the killing of Jahangirnagar University student Sharmin Jahan Khadija and called for a prompt, impartial and transparent investigation to determine the…
Pakistan launches fresh heavy airstrikes on Afghanistan’s Kabul
Pakistan carried out heavy bombardment targeting Afghanistan’s capital, Kabul, with Taliban officials and residents reporting multiple explosions across the city, Khaama Press reported. As per Khaama Press, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah…
Israel says Gaza’s Rafah crossing to reopen for limited movement of people
Israel will reopen the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt for limited movement of people on March 18 after it was closed at the start of the war with…
Saudi: Indian Embassy official addresses CBSE school principals after class XII exam cancellation
Abu Mathen George, Deputy Chief of Mission in the Indian Embassy in Riyadh, held a virtual interaction with Principals of schools across Saudi Arabia that are affiliated with the Central…
Israeli PM Netanyahu debunks death rumours, sips coffee, shows 5 fingers
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday debunked the rumours of his assassination, following a surge of social media posts suggesting his demise. In a post on X, he posted…
EAM Jaishankar holds talks on West Asia developments with FM of Saudi Arabia
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said he held a telephonic call with the Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, Faisal bin Farhan. The two discussed the ongoing developments in…
EAM Jaishankar discusses West Asia situation with UAE FM
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of the United Arab Emirates, Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Jaishankar said he discussed the…
IDF links Hezbollah commander to Michigan synagogue attacker
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has claimed that the brother of a man behind the synagogue attack in the United States was a commander in Hezbollah. In a post on…
Missile, drone strikes on four US airbases; Israeli raids reported in southern Lebanon
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and its naval forces carried out coordinated missile and drone strikes on four United States airbases at dawn on Sunday (local time), targeting key…
IDF says it killed Palestinian militant allegedly operating under Iran’s intelligence services
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) informed that it has killed a Palestinian militant allegedly working on the directives of the Iranian intelligence. The Israelis claim that the deceased militant was…