PESHAWAR — Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir said Pakistan seeks peace with all neighbors, including Afghanistan. However, he emphasized that cross-border terrorism from Afghan soil will not be tolerated under any circumstances. During his visit to Peshawar, Munir held an interactive session with a jirga of tribal elders. Later, he received […]
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UN urges restraint after Pakistan-Afghanistan talks collapse in Istanbul
UNITED NATIONS: The United Nations expressed concern on Wednesday over the failure of the Pakistan–Afghanistan talks in Istanbul, urging both sides to avoid renewed hostilities and continue seeking a peaceful resolution. “Yes, it is, of course,” said UN Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric, when asked whether the deadlock after four days of negotiations was a matter of […]
Pakistan denies Indian media claim of 20,000 troops to Gaza
Pakistani authorities have strongly rejected claims that 20,000 of its troops are being sent to Gaza. The report, published by an Indian media outlet, included alleged intelligence leaks. However, officials described these claims as fabricated and misleading. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that no military mission has been […]
Pakistan exposes India’s persecution of minorities at UN forum
Pakistan has strongly condemned India’s systematic persecution of minorities at the United Nations, accusing it of promoting extremist nationalism under the guise of patriotism. Addressing a UN session on minority issues, Pakistan’s Counsellor Saima Saleem highlighted the alarming rise of Islamophobia and extremist ideologies in India. She stated that attacks on places of worship and […]
Pakistan Hails Doha Ceasefire with Afghanistan as ‘Positive First Step’
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has lauded the Doha ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan as a “positive and important” milestone toward restoring peace and stability in the region. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Dar expressed gratitude for the “constructive roles of Qatar and Türkiye”, emphasizing […]
Pakistan Warns India Against ‘Weaponising Water’
ROME: Adviser to the Prime Minister Dr. Syed Tauqir Hussain Shah has issued a strong warning against the unilateral manipulation of shared water resources, accusing India of undermining a cornerstone water-sharing agreement and posing a serious threat to regional peace and sustainable development. Speaking at the Rome Water Dialogue organized by the Food and Agriculture […]
COAS Asim Munir Warns India: “No Space for War in a Nuclearised Region”
RAWALPINDI – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Saturday warned India that “there is no space for war in a nuclearised environment.” He made the remarks while addressing the passing-out parade of the 152nd PMA Long Course at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul. Read More: COAS Asim Munir Reviews […]
Pakistan, Afghanistan Ceasefire Holds as Doha Talks Loom
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Afghanistan are keeping calm at their border after agreeing to a 48-hour ceasefire earlier this week. No new clashes have been reported, and diplomats say back-channel talks are ongoing to turn the truce into lasting peace. Read More: Doha to Host Crucial Pakistan-Taliban Negotiations Today Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told his cabinet […]
Saudi Arabia, Qatar Urge Pakistan and Afghanistan to Resolve Border Tensions Peacefully
RIYADH / DOHA: Saudi Arabia and Qatar have voiced deep concern over the escalating tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, urging both nations to exercise restraint and prioritize diplomacy over conflict. In a statement, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on Pakistan and Afghanistan to act with “patience and wisdom,” stressing that dialogue and cooperation […]
Indian War Rhetoric Threatens Fragile Peace in South Asia
Frequent threats and aggressive assertions by Indian officials against Pakistan have once again cast a shadow over any prospects for dialogue between the two nuclear-armed neighbours, ensuring that a climate of hostility continues to dominate South Asia. Following the Pahalgam episode, the BJP-led government has intensified its campaign to vilify Pakistan, aided by hawkish sections […]