The latest exchange of fire between Israel and Iran has opened a new debate in Washington, not only about Tehran’s next move, but about whether US President Donald Trump can still restrain the ally most central to his Middle East policy. The immediate crisis appeared to ease on Monday after Iran and Israel both indicated […]
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PM hails special ties with Washington at event marking US 250th anniversary
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday hailed the “true and special relationship” between Pakistan and the United States, which has spanned nearly eight decades and covers bilateral interests in security, counter-terrorism, energy and science, among other fields. Addressing an event marking the US 250th anniversary, PM Shehbaz noted that Islamabad and Washington had “worked closely […]
Trump says Iran wants a deal, but Washington splits on war or peace
President Donald Trump insists that the Islamic Republic “really wants to make a deal” with the United States and that any agreement “will be a good one for the U.S.A. and those that are with us”. He urged critics to “sit back and relax” and complained that political “chirping” from Democrats and some Republicans made […]
Gunfire Near White House Prompts Security Lockdown and Response
Gunfire near the White House triggered a major security response in Washington, raising concerns about the safety of one of the most heavily protected areas in the United States. According to U.S. media reports, dozens of gunshots were heard near the White House. However, authorities have not yet confirmed the exact motive behind the shooting. […]
US Navy Secretary John C Phelan Resigns Suddenly Without Explanation
US Navy Secretary John C. Phelan has resigned suddenly without explanation, raising questions in Washington. The unexpected move comes during a sensitive period for US defense leadership. Officials have not provided details about the reasons behind his resignation. Therefore, speculation continues about internal developments. President Donald Trump had nominated Phelan for the role in November […]
Finmin advance economic diplomacy, engages global partners in Washington
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, concluded final day of IMF-WB Spring Meetings in Washington. He held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with global financial institutions, development partners and private sector stakeholders to advance Pakistan’s economic priorities and strengthen international partnerships. During a meeting with Francis Brooke, Deputy Secretary at the […]
Aurangzeb discusses economic ties with US, attends IMF panel in Washington
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has held high-level meetings with US officials and participated in an International Monetary Fund (IMF) panel during his visit to Washington for the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026. Read More: UN chief António Guterres praises Pakistan’s role in US Iran talks, during a telephone conversation with Ishaq Dar According to the […]
Pakistan to join inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington
Pakistan has been invited to the first proposed meeting of US President Donald J. Trump’s Board of Peace, formed under the framework of his Gaza initiative, and Islamabad is likely to accept the invitation to attend the session scheduled for February 19 in Washington, D.C., diplomatic sources confirmed. Pakistan will be represented either by the […]
Pakistan Zindabad echoes along International Drive at Christmas event in Washington
For an evening this weekend, International Drive in Washington, D.C., resembled a neighbourhood in Lahore, as tables lined with kababs, biryani, gulab jamun and channa daal halwa set the scene at the annual Christmas dinner hosted by the Embassy of Pakistan. The reception, held for the Pakistani-American Christian community and their friends, combined a Christmas […]
Trump Wins FIFA Peace Prize
Donald Trump received the FIFA Peace Prize during the World Cup draw in Washington. He said he did not attend the event to win anything. However, FIFA still honored him for promoting dialogue in global conflicts. Media cameras focused on him as he stood at the center of the ceremony. The moment quickly turned the […]