ISLAMABAD — The recent unprovoked cross-border firing by Afghan forces on Pakistani checkposts in Bajaur, Kurram, Upper Dir, Chitral, Baramcha, and Angoor Adda has drawn sharp condemnation from defence and foreign policy experts, who called it a violation of the UN Charter and the Doha Peace Agreement. Security sources confirmed that Pakistani forces responded effectively, […]
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Zardari urges Afghan leadership to act against anti-Pakistan militants
ISLAMABAD — President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday said Pakistan will never compromise on its national interests, sovereignty, and security, urging Afghanistan’s leadership to take firm action against terrorist groups attacking Pakistan from across the border. He said terrorist attacks from Afghan soil by the Khwarij network have been confirmed by UN reports and that […]
Pakistan Urges UN to Enforce Rule of Law in Palestine and Kashmir
NEW YORK – Pakistan has urged the international community to uphold the rule of law in resolving long-standing disputes such as Palestine and Kashmir, saying that peace cannot be achieved without justice and accountability. Speaking at the UN General Assembly’s Legal Committee, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s permanent representative to the UN, condemned ongoing violations […]
Gen Z Anger Erupts in Ladakh, Four Killed
LADAKH — The Himalayan region of Ladakh, already at the center of India-China border tensions, witnessed its bloodiest day on Wednesday when youth-led protests against the Modi government turned violent. At least four protesters were killed and dozens injured after clashes in Leh, the regional capital, as demonstrators set fire to the local office of […]
Pakistan renews call for Kashmir justice on Youm-e-Istehsal
The Government of Pakistan will observe Youm-e-Istehsal across the country on August 5, marking six years since India revoked Article 370 of its Constitution. The Cabinet Division, with the approval of the Prime Minister, has issued an official notification regarding the nationwide observance. According to the notification, a one-minute silence will be observed at […]
JI to hold August 5 rallies for Kashmir and Palestine
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi announced a series of rallies and protests on August 5. The events will show support for Kashmir and Palestine. JI Karachi Ameer Monem Zafar Khan made the announcement during a press conference at Idara Noor-e-Haq. He called August 5 “Youm-e-Istehsal-e-Kashmir,” marking India’s 2019 move to revoke Kashmir’s special status. Monem Zafar strongly […]
Pakistan urges UN to act on Kashmir
Pakistan has called for strengthening the role of United Nations peacekeeping missions to help resolve global conflicts, especially Kashmir. Speaking at a UN Security Council session, Pakistan’s UN Ambassador, Munir Akram, stressed that peace missions must support political processes that tackle root causes. He said the long-standing Kashmir dispute needs urgent and meaningful UN involvement. […]
Pakistan pushes for all-issues talks with India, Dar says
Pakistan has renewed its call for peace with India by proposing composite dialogue to resolve longstanding disputes, including Kashmir. Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar made the announcement during a press briefing in New York. He said the talks should address all issues, not just terrorism. He stressed that Pakistan has suffered greatly from terrorism and deserves […]
NDMA issues flood alert for Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a flood alert for Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). The alert follows weather forecasts predicting heavy rainfall from July 28 to July 31. Areas including Gilgit, Skardu, Hunza, and Shigar are expected to receive intense rainfall. In AJK, the regions of Muzaffarabad, Neelum Valley, and […]
Zardari reaffirms Pakistan’s pledge to Kashmir
President Asif Ali Zardari on Saturday paid tribute to the people of Kashmir for their unwavering resolve and long-standing struggle for freedom. He issued a statement on the occasion of ‘Accession to Pakistan Day’, marking the historic resolution passed by Kashmiris on July 19, 1947. That resolution expressed their desire to join Pakistan. The president […]