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17 terrorists killed in Balochistan operations after Quetta train attack: ISPR

ISPR says sanitisation operations continue; weapons, explosives and IEDs recovered Security forces have killed 17 terrorists belonging to the Indian-sponsored Fitna-al-Hindustan in a series of operations across Balochistan following the May 24 terrorist attack on a train in Quetta, the military’s media wing said on Tuesday. Last month, at least 14 people, including three Frontier … Read more

At least 18 killed in heavy Russian attack on Ukrainian cities

Ukrainian President ​Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia fired 73 missiles, more than 600 drones in overnight attack Residents gather outside an apartment building damaged during Russian missile and drone strikes, Kyiv, Ukraine, June 2. REUTERS Russia pounded Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles early on Tuesday in attacks that authorities said killed 18 people ​and … Read more

Spurs face Knicks in NBA Finals

Victor Wembanyama celebrates San Antonio’s series victory over Oklahoma City, which has left the Frenchs superstar targeting his maiden NBA Finals crown. Photo: AFP LOS ANGELES: Victor Wembanyama will aim to cement his status as the new face of basketball on Wednesday when he leads the San Antonio Spurs into game one of the NBA Finals against … Read more

Liverpool close to hiring Iraola: reports

Liverpool have reportedly opened talks with Andoni Iraola over their vacant managerial post. Photo: AFP/File LIVERPOOL: Liverpool are in advanced talks with former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola as they seek a replacement for Arne Slot, according to reports on Tuesday. Iraola has emerged as Liverpool’s top target to replace Slot, who was sacked on Saturday after a turbulent second … Read more

PM Shehbaz reviews reforms to boost investment, long-term economic growth

Says comprehensive, effective EV policy is need of hour to address requirements related to energy efficiency PM chairing a review meeting in Islamabad. PHOTO: RADIO PAKISTAN Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday chaired a review meeting on sectoral reforms and policy measures in Islamabad aimed at increasing investment and strengthening overall economic development. According to … Read more

New Zealand joins Australia, EU in banning Israeli occupiers amid rising West Bank violence

Wellington imposes travel bans on 3 Israelis accused of helping expand illegal settlements through violence New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY New Zealand has joined Australia and the EU in imposing travel bans on three Israelis accused of using violence to expand illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank, adding to growing … Read more

Pakistan seeks official Taliban stance on TTP amid doubts over reported directive

Islamabad says any Taliban order to halt TTP attacks must be ‘concrete, visible, verifiable’ A photo of a TTP member. PHOTO: FILE ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has called for a clear and public statement from Afghanistan’s Taliban leadership regarding reported instructions to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to halt attacks, cautioning that media reports cannot be treated … Read more

Pentagon designates press office as classified space, bars journalists from access: Washington Post

Move further restricts media access to the Pentagon amid an ongoing legal battle over press freedoms and transparency The Pentagon is seen from the air in Washington, DC, US, March 3, 2022. Photo: Reuters The Pentagon has designated its press office as a classified facility and barred journalists from entering the space, a move that … Read more

Lebanon announces partial ceasefire between Israel, Hezbollah but attacks continue

Iranian state media said earlier on Monday ​that Tehran was halting indirect peace negotiations with ​the US Smoke rises in Lebanon following an air strike, as seen from the Israeli side of the Israel-Lebanon border, June 1, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Lebanon announced ​a partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel on Monday in what would amount to a … Read more