Plump, juicy and fragrant, Taiwanese mangoes have long been a top draw for foodies, but traditionally those wanting to experience them have generally had to travel to the island. Starting this year, however, the yellow and orange-colored fruit will make its way to Europe, shipping first to France and Britain. Europe normally imports its mangoes […]
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12 Pakistani Youth Kidnapped in Iran After Europe Travel Scam
Twelve Pakistani youths were kidnapped in Iran after being lured with false promises of being sent to Europe by human smugglers. The Pakistani Youth Kidnapped in Iran case has raised serious concerns after the smugglers allegedly tortured the victims, sent videos to their families, and demanded a ransom of $6,000 per person. According to the […]
Russia suspends key railway border crossings with Europe
Russia has temporarily suspended operations at seven railway border crossings with Finland, Estonia and Latvia, effective from July 1, according to a government decree issued a day earlier. The order, published on June 30, directs Russia’s Foreign Ministry to formally notify Finland, Estonia and Latvia of the decision to halt the movement of people, vehicles, […]
Six killed in shooting at youth welfare centre in Germany
Six people were killed in a shooting at a youth welfare centre in northern Germany, while police arrested two individuals, including the suspected gunman, as investigations into the attack continue. According to German authorities, the shooting occurred in the city of Stade when an armed man allegedly opened fire inside a youth welfare facility, causing […]
Monaco explosion injures three as suspect escapes to France
Three people were seriously injured after an explosion outside a residential building in Monaco, prompting a cross-border manhunt as the suspected attacker fled into neighbouring France, authorities said. The blast occurred on Monday evening near the French border, damaging the entrance of the residential property and sending emergency services rushing to the scene. Two adults […]
Europe Calls Out the Taliban’s Failure
The recent statements by European Union Special Envoy Gilles Bertrand and United Kingdom Special Envoy Richard Lindsay mark a significant shift in the international discourse surrounding terrorism emanating from Afghanistan. Their unequivocal acknowledgement of Pakistan’s legitimate right to self-defence against cross-border terrorist threats not only validates Islamabad’s longstanding concerns but also exposes the Taliban regime’s […]
Europe’s Taliban Problem
For years, Pakistan kept telling the world that the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan was not operating in a vacuum. Islamabad said its fighters had sanctuaries across the border, that they were receiving support from Afghan soil, and that the authorities sitting in Kabul and Kandahar could not wash their hands of this problem. Many in the West […]
Heatwave Grips Europe, 18 Dead in France Amid Record Temperatures
Large parts of Europe are experiencing an intense heatwave, with France reporting 18 deaths linked to extreme weather conditions. Five people, including two young children, died due to the severe heat, while 13 others drowned while trying to cool off in swimming areas and water bodies. The Europe heatwave deaths have raised concerns as temperatures […]
PIA targets Gulf dominance with direct flights to Europe
Arif Habib, the Chairman of PIA Consortium told Daily Times, that the airlines of the Gulf countries are rich in resources with an ample number of airplanes, nevertheless, PIA can have a competitive advantage by commencing direct flights to London, instead of flying via Gulf countries. He indicated the commencement of operations sooner, as he […]
Spain launches migrant regularisation programme
Spain has introduced a new immigration regularisation programme aimed at granting temporary legal status to nearly 500,000 undocumented migrants currently residing in the country. Under the newly approved policy, eligible applicants will receive a renewable one-year residence permit, allowing them to legalise their stay and gradually integrate into Spain’s formal labour market and administrative systems. […]