Italian police have arrested two Pakistani nationals for the murder of four farm workers – three Afghans and one Pakistani – found dead in a burnt-out minivan in southern Italy, Italian media reported Tuesday. The vehicle was found at a petrol station near the village of Amendolara in a farming area in the Calabria region. […]
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Gilani reaffirms commitment to strengthening Italy ties
Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening its longstanding and friendly relations with Italy. During an informal discussion with Italy’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Marilina Armellin, at a reception marking the 80th National Day of the Italian Republic, he extended congratulations to the government and people of Italy on behalf of […]
Four Pakistani farm workers killed in Italy
ROME: Italian authorities have arrested two Pakistani nationals in connection with the killing of four Pakistani farm workers whose bodies were discovered inside a burnt-out minivan in southern Italy, according to local media reports. Read More: Pakistani workers killed in Gulf amid Middle East conflict The tragic incident occurred near the village of Amendolara in […]
PTI lawmaker son reportedly seeks asylum in Italy
A new political controversy has emerged after officials revealed that the son of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawmaker Iqbal Afridi reportedly sought political asylum in Italy after travelling on an official passport. The disclosure was made by Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry during a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Interior. According to […]
Germany, Italy block bid to suspend EU-Israel trade pact
Germany and Italy have blocked a bid to suspend a European Union trade pact with Israel. Spain, Slovenia and Ireland urged a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg on Tuesday to debate suspending the association agreement due to Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza and violence in the occupied West Bank. However, opponents said the […]
Pakistan, Italy, Denmark agree to strengthen investment cooperation
The Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan, Marilina Armellin, and the Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan, Maja Mortensen, called on the Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, at his office to discuss avenues for enhancing bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation. During the meeting, the Minister highlighted Pakistan’s role as a responsible global partner, emphasizing […]
Italy suspends renewal of defence deal with Israel: reports
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday that her government had decided to suspend the automatic renewal of a defence agreement with Israel, given ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. “In light of the current situation, the government has decided to suspend the automatic renewal of the defence agreement with Israel”, Meloni was quoted […]
Italy miss out on World Cup for third straight time after loss to Bosnia
Italy’s agonising World Cup exile continues after they fell to a 4-1 penalty shootout defeat by Bosnia and Herzegovina in their playoff final on Tuesday following a 1-1 draw. Four-time champions Italy had lost out at the playoff stage to miss the last two World Cups, and their last qualification in 2014 coincided with Bosnia’s […]
Italy have failed to qualify for a third consecutive FIFA World Cup
Italy have failed to qualify for a third consecutive FIFA World Cup after losing on penalties to Bosnia and Herzegovina in their UEFA play-off final. Read More: FIFA reveals 48-team World Cup 2026 draw The match, played in Zenica, ended 1-1 after extra time before Bosnia secured a 4-1 victory in the penalty shootout. Despite taking an early […]
Italy chase World Cup spot as Kosovo bid to make debut
Four-time World Cup winners Italy hope to end a 12-year absence from football’s biggest stage on Tuesday, while Kosovo are dreaming of a first ever appearance at a major tournament. AFP Sport previews the play-off finals that will decide the last four European qualifiers for this summer’s 48-team tournament in the United States, Mexico and […]