Britain announced new sanctions on Monday targeting Russian cyber networks accused of carrying out disruptive cyber and hybrid operations across Europe. The measures target individuals and entities allegedly linked to Russian intelligence services. The coordinated action aims to strengthen European security while increasing pressure on Moscow amid ongoing tensions. The British government said the sanctions […]
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PM Shehbaz seeks stronger EU partnership
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and European Union official Kaja Kallas reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation during talks in Islamabad. The meeting matters because it focused on trade, security, and regional stability. The discussions affect Pakistan-EU relations, economic partnerships, and diplomatic engagement. Kallas, the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, […]
EU urges Pakistan human rights progress amid strategic dialogue
Pakistan and the European Union have agreed to strengthen their partnership after holding the 8th Pakistan-EU Strategic Dialogue in Islamabad. The discussions focused on trade, investment, security cooperation, climate action, and key regional and global developments, reflecting a broad and evolving diplomatic relationship. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar welcomed the EU delegation and reaffirmed Pakistan’s […]
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas arrives in Pakistan for strategic dialogue
Kaja Kallas arrived in Pakistan on Monday for an official visit aimed at strengthening relations between Pakistan and the European Union and advancing cooperation on key regional and international issues. DPM/FM Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 welcomed EU HR/VP Ms. Kaja Kallas @kajakallas, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today.The two leaders will co-chair the […]
EU approves 19th sanctions package against Russia
BRUSSELS: The European Union (EU) on Thursday formally adopted its 19th package of sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine, introducing a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports and fresh restrictions on financial and trade activities. The 27-member bloc approved the package after Slovakia lifted its objection late Wednesday, paving the way […]
Ishaq Dar, UK Envoy Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Ties and Regional Developments
ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Saturday praised the growing strength of Pakistan–United Kingdom relations and the recent leadership-level engagements between the two countries. He expressed these views during a meeting with the UK High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott, who called on him in Islamabad. Both sides discussed […]
EU to US: Don’t just sell arms, share the cost for Ukraine
The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, has urged the United States to share the financial burden of supplying weapons to Ukraine. Her remarks came after President Donald Trump announced a new plan under which European allies would purchase billions of dollars’ worth of American arms—including Patriot missile systems—to send to Kyiv. Speaking after […]
EU pushes Israel for real action on Gaza aid deal
European Union foreign ministers met in Brussels on Tuesday to review progress on a new humanitarian aid agreement with Israel aimed at easing Gaza’s worsening crisis. The EU’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, stressed that delivering results on the ground is more important than just signing papers. The agreement, formed last week with Israeli Foreign […]
EU warns Iran against closing Hormuz Strait, calls it ‘extremely dangerous’
BRUSSELS – The European Union has raised serious concerns over Iran’s possible move to close the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a dangerous step that could worsen regional tensions. EU’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, warned that such an action would not benefit anyone. Speaking to reporters ahead of a meeting with EU foreign ministers on […]