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PM Shehbaz commend security forces for Balochistan operations

President Zardari, PM Shehbaz commend security forces for Balochistan operations

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have commended security forces for successful operations in Balochistan, following the reported killing of more than 71 militants in Operation Shuban and other areas of the province over the past 96 hours. President Zardari praised the security forces for targeting militant hideouts and described

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 8 Fitnah al-Khawarij Terrorists Killed in North Waziristan Operation

 8 Fitnah al-Khawarij Terrorists Killed in North Waziristan Operation

NORTH WAZIRISTAN: Security forces killed eight militants during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to a military statement issued on Thursday. The operation was conducted after reports of the presence of militants in the area, the statement said. The militants’ hideouts were destroyed during the operation, while a large quantity of weapons,

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Pakistan IMF Reform Programme Wins Praise as Shehbaz Vows to Stay the Course

Pakistan IMF Reform Programme Wins Praise as Shehbaz Vows to Stay the Course

NEW YORK: Pakistan IMF reform programme has helped preserve economic stability, restore investor confidence and improve the country’s access to international markets, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said after meeting Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in New York. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly,

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Two Young Men Killed in Firing by Unknown Assailants Near Mushkaf

Two Young Men Killed in Firing by Unknown Assailants Near Mushkaf

BOLAN: Two Young Men Killed in Firing by unidentified assailants near the Mushkaf area of Bolan, according to initial reports. The victims were identified as Noroz Khan and Mulla Bakhsh. Two Young Men Killed in Firing by Unknown Assailants According to local sources, unidentified armed men opened fire near Mushkaf, resulting in the deaths of

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TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for stronger and more consistent engagement between Pakistan and Iran, as Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation across several sectors. Naqvi met Pezeshkian in Tehran on Monday during his official visit to Iran. The meeting focused on bilateral relations, regional developments and ways to further strengthen cooperation between the two neighboring countries. Iranian state media reported that Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of maintaining regular contacts between Islamabad and Tehran. Pezeshkian Calls for Greater Bilateral Engagement During the meeting, President Pezeshkian said Pakistan and Iran could further strengthen cooperation by making greater use of their domestic and regional capabilities. He stressed that continued engagement between the two countries could help expand cooperation across different fields and enable both sides to make better use of their available resources and regional potential. Pezeshkian also linked stronger interaction among Muslim countries to wider regional developments, saying that pressure from the United States had contributed to increased convergence and interaction among Muslim states. Pakistan Pledges Wider Cooperation Speaking during the meeting, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said Pakistan was determined to further expand cooperation with Iran. According to Iranian state broadcaster Press TV, Naqvi identified trade, the economy, tourism and politics among the areas where Islamabad seeks closer cooperation with Tehran. He also said Pakistan intends to expand collaboration with Iran in culture and science. The remarks underline Pakistan's stated interest in developing relations with Iran beyond political engagement and into broader economic, cultural and scientific cooperation. Regional Situation Also Comes Under Discussion The meeting took place against the backdrop of continuing regional tensions and renewed diplomatic activity involving Iran and other regional and international actors. Pakistan has maintained diplomatic engagement with Tehran while also emphasizing regional peace and stability. Earlier during his Tehran visit, Naqvi met Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, with discussions covering bilateral relations, regional developments and progress in cooperation between the two countries' interior ministries. Focus on Trade, Economy and People-to-People Links The latest discussions highlight several areas with potential for closer Pakistan-Iran engagement, particularly trade, tourism, culture and economic cooperation. Both sides have repeatedly emphasized the importance of strengthening their longstanding relationship and utilizing their geographic proximity and regional capabilities. Pakistan and Iran share a border and have maintained diplomatic relations while pursuing cooperation on security, trade and regional issues. Pakistan's presidency also described recent high-level discussions with Pezeshkian as covering regional peace, connectivity and economic cooperation. The Tehran meeting therefore adds to a series of recent high-level contacts aimed at maintaining dialogue and expanding cooperation between the two neighboring countries.

Pezeshkian Calls for Closer Pakistan-Iran Ties as Naqvi Pledges Wider Cooperation in Tehran

TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for stronger and more consistent engagement between Pakistan and Iran, as Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi confirmed Islamabad’s commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation across several sectors. Naqvi met Pezeshkian in Tehran on Monday during his official visit to Iran. The meeting focused on bilateral relations, regional developments and

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Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3: Pakistan Kills Seven Militants in Balochistan 

Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3: Pakistan Kills Seven Militants in Balochistan 

QUETTA: Security forces killed seven militants in two separate intelligence-based operations in Balochistan under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3, security sources said. In the first operation, security forces targeted militants in the Fateh Ali area of Panjgur, killing five members of Fitna al-Hindustan, according to the sources. The operation also led to the recovery of a large

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Malaysian PM Refuses to Back India Over Pahalgam Allegations

Malaysian PM Refuses to Back India Over Pahalgam Allegations

ISLAMABAD: Malaysian PM Refuses to Back India Over Pahalgam Allegations, declining to endorse New Delhi’s characterisation of Pakistan as a state sponsor of terrorism and saying Malaysia’s intelligence establishment has not provided evidence establishing such a claim. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made the remarks during an interview with NDTV journalist Vishnu Som, who questioned him about alleged

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Pakistan Forex Reserves Rise by $1.18 Billion After Commercial Loan Receipt

Pakistan Forex Reserves Rise by $1.18 Billion After Commercial Loan Receipt

KARACHI: Pakistan forex reserves rise by $1.18 billion after the government received funds under a commercial loan arrangement, providing a significant boost to the country’s foreign currency position. The latest inflow pushed the foreign exchange reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) above the $18 billion mark, while the country’s total liquid reserves

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