Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reaffirmed the country’s commitment to the “Shanghai Spirit” on Friday and called for stronger cooperation among member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to address terrorism, organised crime, cybercrime and narcotics trafficking. Read More: Naqvi approves new convention hall ahead of SCO Summit Speaking at a special meeting of SCO ministers responsible […]
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Former US official urges troop withdrawal from Middle East
A former senior US counterterrorism official has called for the withdrawal of American troops from the Middle East, arguing that military personnel in the region face growing security risks amid escalating tensions with Iran. Read More: US withdraws troops from Qatar, Bahrain amid rising tensions with Iran Joe Kent made the remarks in a statement shared on social […]
Iran, Oman discuss Hormuz security amid diplomatic push
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with his Omani counterpart, Badr Albusaidi, on Friday to discuss regional security and the future management of the Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic efforts continue to ease tensions in the Gulf region. Read More: US builds coalition for Hormuz security According to a statement shared by Araghchi on social […]
Pakistan, Bangladesh agree to boost anti-drug cooperation
Pakistan and Bangladesh have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral cooperation in combating drug trafficking, narcotics abuse, and related transnational crimes. The agreement was signed in Dhaka during a meeting between Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Bangladesh’s Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, according to the Ministry of Interior. Both sides described the […]
Trump praises Pakistan’s civilian and military leadership again
US President Donald Trump has once again praised Pakistan’s civilian and military leadership, acknowledging their role in diplomatic engagement related to regional security and ongoing tensions involving Iran. Read More: Trump thanks PM, military leadership of Pakistan In his latest remarks, Trump commended Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, saying a project referred to as “Project […]
US expert warns of rising India Pakistan conflict risk
A senior American security expert has warned that the risk of a devastating conflict between Pakistan and India remains high, saying even a minor incident could trigger a major escalation in the already tense region. Read More: India media claims Pakistan backchannel talks Elizabeth Threlkeld, senior fellow at the Stimson Center and director of its South Asia programme, […]
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets Field Marshal Asim Munir in Islamabad
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir in Islamabad during his official visit, marking a key high-level engagement between the two neighbouring countries amid ongoing regional diplomatic activity. Read More: Iran’s Foreign Minister arrives in Islamabad as US envoy teams head for fresh talks According to a statement […]
Iran’s leader says navy ready to confront enemies
Mojtaba Khamenei has stated that Iran’s navy is fully prepared to deliver a strong response to its adversaries, amid escalating tensions in the region. Read More: Trump says US forces are ‘clearing’ Strait of Hormuz In a statement shared on social media, Khamenei said the Iranian naval forces are ready to inflict a “new and […]
Naval chief vows strong response to any aggression
Admiral Naveed Ashraf has said that Pakistan’s armed forces remain fully prepared to deter any aggression, warning that any hostile act would be met with a “befitting response”. Read More: Pakistan Navy ready to target Indian aircraft carrier: Naval Chief He made these remarks while addressing a passing-out ceremony of cadets of the Pakistan Air Force […]
Pakistan deploys air force contingent to Saudi Arabia under defence pact
A Pakistan air force contingent has arrived in Saudi Arabia under a joint strategic defence agreement aimed at strengthening military cooperation and operational readiness between the two long-standing allies. Read More: PAF contingent arrives in Saudi Arabia for ‘Spears of Victory’ exercise According to a statement issued by the Saudi Ministry of Defence, the deployment includes fighter jets […]