South Korea and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to the denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula while agreeing to strengthen defence cooperation during high-level talks in Seoul. The meeting reflected both countries’ shared focus on improving regional security and expanding military coordination amid growing challenges in Northeast Asia. South Korean Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back and Japanese […]
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PM Shehbaz highlights Pakistan’s role in regional diplomacy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent visit to Pakistan reflected the strong brotherly ties between the two neighbouring countries and acknowledged Pakistan’s role in promoting regional peace and stability. Addressing the passing-out parade at the Pakistan Naval Academy in Karachi, the prime minister congratulated the graduating cadets and welcomed […]
PM Shehbaz accuses India of using proxies against Pakistan
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has alleged that India is increasingly relying on covert tactics and proxy elements to undermine peace and stability in Pakistan, while reaffirming the country’s commitment to regional peace, dialogue, and diplomacy. Addressing the passing-out parade at the Pakistan Naval Academy in Karachi, the prime minister said Pakistan continues to face complex […]
Rubio seeks Gulf backing for controversial Iran agreement
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has launched a high-level Gulf tour to reassure regional allies concerned about the recent peace agreement between the United States and Iran. Beginning his visit in Abu Dhabi, Rubio aims to address growing questions over the deal’s impact on regional security, military balance and future relations between Washington and […]
Pakistan vows support for lasting Middle East peace
Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting lasting peace and stability in the Middle East, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi emphasizing continued diplomatic efforts during a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Eskandar Momeni, in Islamabad. According to Pakistan’s Interior Ministry, the two ministers held detailed discussions on bilateral relations and the evolving regional situation. The […]
Islamic nations to discuss regional peace in Cairo
Diplomatic engagement among key Islamic countries is set to intensify as the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt prepare to meet in Cairo on June 21. The high-level gathering comes at a significant moment for the region following recent developments involving the United States and Iran, as well as ongoing tensions across […]
Pakistan warns against any move to block water flows
Pakistan on Thursday issued a strong warning against any attempt to block or significantly reduce water flows from rivers shared with India, saying such actions could have serious consequences for regional peace and stability. Speaking at the weekly media briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi responded to recent remarks by India’s Water Minister C.R. Patil, […]
US, Iran exchanged fresh military strikes for a 2nd day, undermining ceasefire deal
The United States (US) and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes for a second consecutive day on Thursday, further undermining a fragile ceasefire agreement and raising concerns about a wider regional conflict. The latest escalation follows the downing of a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week, triggering a series of retaliatory […]
Asim Munir, Lebanese army chief discuss defence cooperation
Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haikal at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, where the two sides discussed regional security, defence cooperation and ways to strengthen military ties between their countries. Read More: Lebanon army chief visits US-Iran mediator Pakistan According to the […]
Iran foreign minister contacts Pakistan army chief amid tensions
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir to discuss the evolving regional security situation and broader matters of mutual interest. The discussion came as tensions between Iran and Israel continued to escalate across multiple fronts. Meanwhile, Araghchi expanded diplomatic outreach by contacting several regional and international counterparts, […]