Why Pakistan has emerged as the pivotal mediator in the Iran conflict

Gulf states trust Pakistan’s role; Islamabad leads regional talks, keeps close Saudi, UAE ties Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warmly receives Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during a meeting in Islamabad. Photo: app Ever since the US-Israeli war on Iran broke out on February 28, Pakistan’s efforts to advance mediation have been difficult to ignore. The … Read more

Breast cancer patients face endless waiting

KARACHI: No government hospital in Karachi or across Sindh offers comprehensive breast cancer treatment. Even basic screening services, such as mammography for early detection, are largely unavailable at public, district, and primary healthcare centres. Many teaching hospitals lack one-window treatment facilities, and where limited services exist, patient demand far exceeds capacity. Due to the shortage … Read more