The Foreign Office (FO) on Saturday rejected the Indian Ministry of External Affairs’ concern over the treatment of Pakistan’s Shia community, terming its remarks “cynical and diversionary” and an “exercise in deflection masquerading as concern”. The statement comes a day after the Indian Ministry of External Affairs commented on remarks it attributed to Chief of […]
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FO confirms resumption of Operation Ghazab Lil Haq
The Foreign Office (FO) on Thursday said that the temporary pause in Operation Ghazab lil-Haq against the Afghan Taliban had concluded and the operation would continue “until its objectives are achieved”. FO Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi made the remarks while answering questions during his weekly press briefing regarding whether the pause had been extended. “Operation Gazab […]
‘It’s purely defensive’: Pakistan rejects US claim about missile threat
The Foreign Office (FO) on Thursday categorically rejected the statement by US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard over Pakistan’s missile capabilities posing a threat to the country. Gabbard had listed Pakistan among states that pose a significant threat to the United States, warning US lawmakers that Islamabad’s evolving missile capabilities could potentially put the […]
FO rejects India’s ‘absurd’ remarks on Pakistan’s actions in Afghanistan
The Foreign Office (FO) on Sunday rejected a statement made by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs criticising Pakistan’s cross-border action in Afghanistan, stating that the statement was “absurd, unwarranted” and “shamefully hypocritical”. The development comes as Pakistan continues with Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, which was launched in late February following unprovoked firing by the Afghan […]
Pakistan warns of decisive response after cross-border provocation
Pakistan Foreign Office (FO) on Friday warned that any further provocation by the Afghan Taliban regime or militant groups operating from Afghan territory would be met with a “measured, decisive and befitting response,” following a fresh escalation along the border. Read More: DG ISPR outlines Pakistan’s response to Afghan border Ffring The statement came after Pakistan launched […]
Interior Ministry, FO pledge support for Spaniards’ resident card applicants
In a significant development for Pakistanis seeking long-term residency in Spain, top officials from the Interior Ministry and the Foreign Office have pledged coordinated support to ease the processing of Spanish Resident Card applications, following growing public demand and repeated calls for government intervention. The commitment emerged after a series of consultations in Islamabad, where […]
Pakistan reaffirms it won’t allow airspace use against Iran: FO
Pakistan reiterated on Thursday that it would not permit its territory or airspace to be used against Iran, as tensions continue to escalate in the broader Middle East. Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi stressed Islamabad’s commitment to regional peace and stability during a weekly briefing. Read More: Pakistan rejects Indian claims, backs Iran peace He said Pakistan […]
Pakistan hopeful US immigrant visa processing will resume soon
Pakistan on Thursday expressed hope that routine immigrant visa processing by the United States (US) would resume “soon,” following Washington’s announcement of a temporary suspension. The US State Department cited concerns that immigrants from 75 countries, including Pakistan, often rely on public welfare programs. Read More: US may deny visas over health conditions under new guidance Foreign Office […]
FO issues travel advisory as unrest grows in Iran
For their safety and security, Pakistani nationals have been advised to avoid all unnecessary travel to Iran until conditions improve, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said in a press statement on Saturday. Pakistani nationals currently residing in Iran are urged to exercise extreme caution, remain vigilant, minimise non-essential travel, and stay in regular contact with […]
Pakistan warns India against Chenab hydropower project
Foreign Office (FO) spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said on Thursday that Islamabad and New Delhi exchanged the lists of their respective nuclear installations, continuing the annual practice under an agreement signed between the two nations in 1988. The FO detailed in a statement that Pakistan handed over a list of 257 Indian prisoners (58 civil […]