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UN chief condemns Quetta train blast

. ISLAMABAD: The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday strongly condemned the terror attack in Quetta on Sunday, when a blast targeted a passenger shuttle train near Chaman Phatak, killing at least 14 people and injuring 20 others. A powerful explosion ripped through the train in the early morning hours of Sunday as it … Read more

Pak seeks binding global water safeguards

DUSHANBE: Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr Musadik Malik on Tuesday warned that unilateral actions on transboundary water arrangements could weaken international treaty systems and create long-term risks for downstream countries, as he called for stronger global protections for shared water resources. Delivering Pakistan’s national ministerial statement at the 4th High-Level International Conference … Read more

Glacier melting raises flood, landslide fears

ISLAMABAD: Rising temperatures and an intense heatwave across the country have accelerated glacier melting, significantly increasing the risks of landslides and floods in northern and mountainous regions. The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert regarding the expected weather situation across the country from May 26 … Read more

NATO faces strain from planned US cuts

Spiegel reports fewer strategic bombers, warships available to alliance in crisis WASHINGTON: The US intends to significantly reduce military contributions available to assist European allies in a crisis, including fighter jets, warships and mid-air refuelling aircraft, German news outlet Spiegel reported on Tuesday. The NATO alliance is under unprecedented strain, with some European countries concerned … Read more

Zelenskiy asks Trump for air defence as Russia escalates strike threats

Says protection from Russian ballistic missiles is vital for achieving peace talks Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy listens to US President Donald Trump, after Trump said that Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed willingness to help Ukraine “succeed”, during a press conference at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club, in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 28, 2025. REUTERS President Volodymyr … Read more

CM Murad dismisses 28th Amendment, says no move possible without PPP consent

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah distributed compensation cheques to victims of the Gul Plaza incident at a ceremony held at the Chief Minister’s House in Karachi. SCREENGRAB Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on Wednesday categorically rejected reports of any 28th constitutional amendment, saying no legislation was possible without the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) consent. … Read more

PM Shehbaz hopes of peace deal soon as Iran’s Pezeshkian expresses appreciation for Pakistan role in negotiations

Iran’s President Pezeshkian and PM Shehbaz. Photo: File Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed hope to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wedesday of a peace deal materialising soon between the United States and the Islamic republic as the latter appreciated Pakistan’s role in the negotiations so far. In recent months, Pakistan drew international attention for its … Read more

PM Shehbaz extends Eidul Azha greetings to military, political leadership

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Photo: APP/ File Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday extended Eidul Azha greetings to the military and political leadership, and paid tribute to the armed forces for their professional capabilities, sacrifices and services towards national security. According to a statement by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the prime minister telephoned Chief … Read more