Pakistan

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has commended police and CTD for foiling an attack by Fitna al-Hindustan terrorists in Dhadar, Balochistan. In a statement, he said the brave personnel of Balochistan Police and CTD set a high example of courage. Shehbaz Sharif expressed the government’s commitment to eliminate terrorism from…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has reiterated that Pakistan is facilitating Iran-US talks for achieving peace and stability in the region and beyond. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad today, he said Pakistan will continue with its efforts in this regard. The Deputy Prime Minister also underlined that Pakistan’s official policy…

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad to meet Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. A meeting between the two leaders is underway during which regional situation will be discussed. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and Chief of Army Staff…

Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty. The two leaders discussed the ongoing diplomatic efforts facilitated by Pakistan, and underscored the importance of dialogue and diplomacy. They emphasized the importance of sustained engagement to advance peace and stability in the region…

US President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Islamabad for talks with Iran mediated by Pakistan. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Vice President J.D Vance will be on standby to travel if the talks proved successful.

President Asif Ali Zardari has departed for China on a week-long official visit from Lahore. Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan saw off the President at Lahore Airport and extended his best wishes for the visit. The President is undertaking the visit on the invitation of the Government of the…

Under the supervision of Assistant Commissioner Dr. Haroon Ahmed Shiraz, a crackdown against illegal smuggled cigarettes is ongoing in Noorpur Thal. The Para Force is conducting raids at various locations and taking strict action against those involved in the sale of smuggled cigarettes. According to officials, a large quantity of…

Twenty-two khwarij, belonging to Indian sponsored Fitna-al-Khwarij were killed by security forces and law enforcement agencies during a joint intelligence based operation in Khyber district. According to the ISPR, due to cowardice and fear of getting apprehended alive, Khwarij resorted to indiscriminate firing which resulted in martyrdom of a ten-year…

Eight Islamic countries including Pakistan have condemned the repeated violations of the historic and Islamic and Christian holy sites by Israeli occupation authorities. In a joint statement, the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Türkiye, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates condemned the repeated violations by Israeli…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed the authorities concerned to make sure that pharmaceutical vehicles face no hurdles in delivering medicines in Islamabad. Taking notice of a report aired by a news channel regarding the restriction on the entry of pharmaceutical companies’ vehicles into Islamabad, Mohsin Naqvi contacted the Chief…

United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says talks between the US and Iran could resume soon in Pakistan. Speaking to reporters in Washington, he said Iran still has an opportunity to reach a deal with the United States. He urged Iran to make the right decision in negotiations.

Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a telephone call today from Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi. Both sides exchanged views on regional developments, the ceasefire, and ongoing diplomatic efforts being pursued by Islamabad in the context of US-Iran engagement. The Deputy Prime Minister underscored the importance of sustained…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar today held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov. The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and cooperation at multilateral fora in support of international peace and security. Sergey Lavrov appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and…

Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday. According to a statement shared on social media platform X, the meeting focused on the current regional situation and ongoing efforts for peace and stability. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar…

Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Attaullah Tarar, says a year has passed since the Pahalgam false flag operation, but India has failed to present any credible evidence to support its claims. In a special televised statement, he said the Pahalgam incident reflects a mindset based on hollowness, illogical thinking, false…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar chaired a meeting in Islamabad today to review evolving regional developments and upcoming international engagements. The Deputy Prime Minister discussed emerging global and regional developments with the participants of the meeting. He underscored the importance of proactive engagement on key…

The Federal and Sindh governments have decided to launch new train services from Karachi to Rohri and Karachi to Jacobabad. The decision was taken at a meeting between Railways Minister Muhammad Hanif Abbasi and Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah in Karachi today [Wednesday]. It was also agreed to…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with the Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan today [Wednesday]. During the conversation, both the leaders exchanged views on the latest regional developments and reaffirmed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in peaceful settlement of disputes. The…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed to accelerate ongoing measures to promote electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad today, he noted that considering the current regional situation and future needs, the promotion of EVs will not only reduce the burden of fuel imports, but is…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for graciously accepting request to extend the ceasefire to allow ongoing diplomatic efforts to take their course. In his social media post on X, he expressed gratitude on his personal behalf and on behalf of Field Marshal Syed Asim…

Pakistan is already facing a climate crisis. Islamabad, once celebrated as one of the most beautiful capitals of the world due to its greenery and hills, is under urgent threat as tree felling accelerates and natural beauty erodes. More than 29,000 trees have already been destroyed by government actions, and…