Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that relations between Pakistan and the United States have strengthened during US President Donald Trump’s tenure, as both countries continue to expand cooperation in security, counter-terrorism and regional issues. Read More: Naqvi, US envoy discuss regional situation, Islamabad dialogue He made the remarks during a meeting with US Assistant […]
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US to phase out Peshawar consulate operations, shift work to Islamabad
The United States (US) has announced a phased closure of its consulate in Peshawar, stating that diplomatic operations for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will be transferred to the US Embassy in Islamabad. The decision was confirmed in a statement issued by the US State Department on Wednesday. Read More: Pakistan–US Relations: Toward Strategic Convergence According to the statement, […]
China ties cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy, says Zardari
President Asif Ali Zardari, Sunday, visited SANY Heavy Industry Co., Ltd. in Changsha, Hunan province; China where he was briefed by Chairman of Sany Group Tang Xiuguo, on the company’s advanced manufacturing systems, product lines and ongoing investments in research and development. Vice Mayor of Changsha Qian Lixia was also present on the occasion. The […]
California governor described the war as a “meaningless war” in Iran
Gavin Newsom has called for an immediate end to what he described as a “meaningless war” in Iran, urging the US federal government to shift its focus toward domestic economic challenges. Read More: Punjab and California declared ‘sister states’ In a recent statement, Newsom criticised US President Donald Trump, holding his administration responsible for rising inflation and […]
Spain calls Machado’s decision to skip PM meeting a ‘mistake’
Spain has described Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado’s decision to decline a meeting with Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez as a “mistake,” deepening a diplomatic exchange during her recent visit to Madrid. Read More: Death of Mozambique rebel leader shakes peace process Machado, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and prominent figure in Venezuela’s opposition movement, […]
Pakistan to finalise US Iran talks schedule after PM returns
Islamabad has informed both Iran and the United States (US) that the final schedule for the second round of mediation talks will be announced after Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif returns from his ongoing foreign visit, official sources said on Thursday. Read More: Pakistan to continue efforts for Iran-US talks: PM Shehbaz Sharif According to […]
Pakistan emerges as key peace broker in historic ceasefire deal
Pakistan has delivered a strong and historic diplomatic performance by successfully facilitating a ceasefire and bringing both sides of a long-standing conflict to the negotiating table after decades of tension. The country actively promoted dialogue through sustained engagement and professional mediation efforts, positioning itself as a trusted regional peace broker. Officials described the initiative as […]
Trump warns of stronger strikes if Iran tensions escalate
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch significantly stronger military strikes against Iran if the situation in the region takes an unexpected turn. Read More: Trump pledges US-Iran talks on sanctions In a statement shared on social media, Trump said US military forces would remain positioned around Iran until a formal […]
US lawmaker warns against NATO withdrawal threats
WASHINGTON: A senior US lawmaker has cautioned President Donald Trump against any attempt to withdraw the United States from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), calling such a move both unlawful and damaging to national security. Read More: NATO chief urges EU reliance on US nuclear shield Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi raised concerns in a letter sent after a […]
US to permanently close Peshawar consulate, citing cost savings
The United States has announced plans to permanently close its consulate in Peshawar, its closest diplomatic mission to the Afghan border, according to reports from The Independent on Thursday. The consulate, established as a key operations and logistics point during the 2001 US invasion of Afghanistan, will cease operations later this year. Read More: New US […]