Russian Strikes Knock Out Power in Dnipro Region of Ukraine
The Ukrainian authorities urged residents in the Dnipro region to stock up on water as crews raced to restore service.
Month: January 2026
US should oust Chechen leader: Zelensky
. Kyiv is seeking to shore up its support from Europe because of uncertainties over vital military aid under Trump. PHOTO: AFP KYIV: The United States should pressure Russia by “carrying out some sort of operation” to remove Chechen head Ramzan Kadyrov from power, just like it did with Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, Ukrainian President … Read more
Pakistan govt approves base prices for upcoming 5G spectrum auction
Bid comes amid a growing demand for high-speed internet services, with a rising number of broadband subscribers The Government of Pakistan has issued a policy directive for the upcoming auction of radio frequency spectrum aimed at enhancing next-generation mobile services. This directive, which follows the country’s broader digital transformation strategy, outlines the auction process for … Read more
‘Dire’ crisis forces UNRWA to fire 571 Gaza staff
. Philippe Lazzarini said most were killed with their family members including their children. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY GENEVA: The UN’s beleaguered agency for Palestinian refugees said Wednesday that a “dire” financial crisis had this week forced it to fire hundreds of Gazan staff who had left the territory. “On Tuesday, 571 local UNRWA staff, outside … Read more
Trump administration seizes oil tankers tied to Venezuela, Russia
Tanker sailing under Russia’s flag was seized after a weeks-long chase, following last weekend’s US capture of Maduro A U.S. Coast Guard official looks through binoculars at the ship Marinera (Ex-Bella 1) in this handout image released January 7, 2026. US EUROPEAN COMMAND via X/Handout via REUTERS The US seized two Venezuela-linked oil tankers in … Read more
TTAP convoy heads to Lahore in solidarity with Imran Khan’s family
Achakzai-led alliance plans receptions en route, alleges crackdown on PTI workers TTAP convoy reached Gujar Khan, where it received a formal welcome. SCREENGRAB A convoy of Tehreek Tahaffuz Aain Pakistan (TTAP), an alliance of opposition parties, departed from Islamabad for Lahore on Thursday to express solidarity with the sisters of jailed PTI founder Imran Khan. … Read more
Iran unrest intensifies, two security personnel killed, 30 injured
Authorities say additional security forces have been deployed in affected areas, attempting to mitigate protests Protests against soaring inflation and economic hardship in Iran have intensified, leaving two security personnel martyred and at least 30 others injured in the recent unrest, Iranian media reported on Wednesday. According to the state-affiliated Fars News Agency, clashes erupted … Read more
Trump Says U.S. Oversight of Venezuela Could Last For Years
In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times on Wednesday, President Trump said “only time will tell” when it comes to how long the United States aims to control the country.
Hoisting Russian Flags, ‘Shadow Fleet’ Edges Into the Light
The Marinera, which was seized by the U.S., isn’t the only ship from the “shadow fleet” of oil tankers to switch lately to a Russian identity, seeking protection.
Lahore’s first water pumping house to be turned into museum
Work is underway to convert Lahore’s first pumping house, into a museum Photo: Express LAHORE: Work is underway to convert Lahore’s first water pumping house, which supplied clean drinking water to the Walled City for decades, into a museum, officials said. Located near Lahore’s Lorry Adda, the building is described as a hidden national heritage … Read more