Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met with Royal Saudi Land Forces Commander Lieutenant General Fahad Bin Saud AlâJohani at Pakistanâs General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, where both sides expressed confidence in the ârobust defence collaborationâ between Pakistan and the Kingdom. During the high-level talks, Pakistanâs army chief commended the depth of cooperation, highlighting ongoing joint...
The Donald Trump administration has officially suspended all immigration applications, including green cards and U.S. citizenship processes, from 19 non-European countries, citing national security and public safety concerns. The policy freeze affects nations previously hit by a partial travel ban: among them are Afghanistan, Somalia, Iran, Yemen, Libya, Sudan, and others. According to the new...
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to European leaders: if they choose war, âRussia is ready.â According to international media reports, Putin accused European governments of isolating themselves over the Ukraine conflict and undermining diplomatic efforts. He claimed that European attempts to sabotage any potential peace deals have threatened Russiaâs national security...
Former US President Donald Trump argued that every time a war ends, the peacemaker deserves a Nobel Prizeâand said he should have been awarded the honour already. He claimed that under his leadership, eight wars were halted and implied the ninth would be the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict once it ends. Trump added that although he...
The government of India has granted permission to Pakistan for humanitarian overflights through its airspace to deliver aid to Sri Lanka, which is reeling under devastating floods and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah. According to diplomatic sources, the approval came after an urgent request from Pakistanâs Foreign Office, clearing the path for Pakistani relief flights...
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris today to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine and renewed efforts for peace. During the meeting, Zelenskyy emphasised the urgent need for a sustainable ceasefire and global support to end the conflict quickly, making a powerful case for peace and reconstruction in Ukraine. According...
Massive floods and landslides triggered by torrential rains across Southeast Asia have left a devastating trail. In Thailand and Indonesia, officials say the death toll has soared past 400 as rescue and clean-up operations begin. In Indonesiaâs Sumatra region, floodwaters and landslides destroyed homes and infrastructure, forcing evacuations and leaving many areas inaccessible to relief...
The government of Finland has announced plans to shut down its diplomatic mission in Pakistanâincluding the embassy in Islamabadâas part of a broader closure of embassies in multiple countries, including Afghanistan and Myanmar. According to Finlandâs Foreign Ministry, the decision is driven by limited economic and trade ties, along with shifting priorities in foreign-policy strategy....
The United States has paused immigration from many âthird-worldâ countries after a recent attack on National Guard personnel. Still, citizens of Pakistan remain spared from the worst of the new restrictions. Under the directive from Donald Trump, green-card holders from 19 âcountries of concernâ will undergo a full security audit â yet Pakistan is not listed...
Pakistani students secured a decisive victory at Oxford University, winning the highly anticipated PakistanâIndia debate with a strong two-thirds majority. The event, organised by the Oxford Unionâone of the worldâs most prestigious debating platformsâfeatured students from both countries presenting arguments on regional politics, diplomacy, and future relations. According to organisers, the Pakistani team impressed judges...