KARACHI: The Sindh government on Friday announced a six-day ban on pillion riding across the province on account of Muharram-ul-Haram. Sindh Home Department issued a notification on the ban from August 5 till August 10 (Muraham 6-12th) under Section 144 to maintain peace and control the law and order situation. Those exempt from the ban … Read more
‘The Resistance Front’ claims responsibility for the majority of recent attacks in Kashmir. Two of the victims died on the spot, while the third was gravely injured. The new breed of Kashmiri militants is turning to asymmetric warfare to challenge security forces’ authority. Two of the victims died on the spot, while the third was … Read more
Some 40 former peacekeepers hailing from Ethiopia’s war-wracked Tigray region arrived Sunday in eastern Sudan after seeking asylum, according to an AFP correspondent. Last month, more than 500 UN peacekeepers who were deployed in the disputed Abyei region between Sudan and South Sudan asked Khartoum for asylum, citing fears for their safety if they were … Read more
On Wednesday, the Afghan Taliban said that it was hosting peace negotiations between Pakistani officials and a Taliban-inspired insurgent organization that has waged a decade-long war against Islamabad. Since the Afghan Taliban returned to power last year, Islamabad has increasingly complained of attacks by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), especially along the mountainous border with Afghanistan. … Read more
Jennifer Aniston and ex-husband Justin Theroux may be on good terms, but America’s sweetheart has finally pledged to set more boundaries in order to achieve ‘peace’ in her life. The FRIENDS actress, who was previously married to Justin Theroux from 2015 to 2017 and Brad Pitt from 2000 to 2005, is said to be happier … Read more
On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia would not agree to a peace treaty with Ukraine unless the country committed to “resolve the issues of Crimea and Donbas” on a level at which Ukraine would lose parts of the territory. Putin made the remarks at a meeting with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres … Read more
The UN Security Council has praised UN Special Envoy Grundberg’s latest recommendation for a two-month cease-fire in Yemen. The members of the Security Council issued a statement urging all parties to take advantage of the truce to make progress toward a complete ceasefire and an inclusive political solution. They praised the Gulf Cooperation Council’s proposal … Read more
National Security Adviser Dr Moeed Yusuf has said that Pakistan has a strong desire to move forward with the world for promoting peace and development in the region, Radio Pakistan reported. Read more: No understanding with US to use Pakistani airspace for operations in Afghanistan: FO Talking to a private TV channel, he said that Prime … Read more
Do you frequently find yourself engulfed in regrets about past mistakes? Do you hold yourself responsible for not acting like your wise self? Is it hard for you to accept the flaws that you had? Making peace with your history is the only way to go through difficulties. Remember past mistakes are history You can’t … Read more
Pakistan told the UN Security Council that India’s “belligerent and aggressive” policies posed an immediate and pervasive threat to international and regional peace and security, especially as it had nuclearised the Indian Ocean— an important avenue for global trade. “In pursuance of its hegemonic designs, India has nuclearised the Indian Ocean and continues to induct … Read more
TEHRAN: Iran’s newly elected President Ebrahim Raisi urged on Thursday cooperation among regional states for peace and security, according to Iran’s presidential website. Raisi made the remarks during meetings with heads of foreign delegations who arrived in the capital Tehran ahead of his swearing-in ceremony. Iran and Turkey have more than neighborly relations. Common beliefs … Read more
LONDON: china’s ambassador to Britain called for closer ties between the two countries’ military here on Sunday, which marked the 94th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Liberation Army. In a video speech, Ambassador Zheng Zeguang hailed the People’s Liberation Army as “a force of the people, a force of valor, and a force … Read more
Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa said that our defense preparations are to ensure peace. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) visited Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT), today. COAS was chief guest at the handing over ceremony of Tank Al Khalid-I to Armoured Corps Regiment which was … Read more
US Special Representative for the Afghan Peace Process Zalmay Khalilzad met with Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi at the State Department. According to details, the situation in the region and the Afghan peace process were discussed during the meeting. Expressing regret over the terrorist attack on the Pakistan Stock Exchange, Zalmay Khalilzad praised the … Read more
German Ambassador to Pakistan Bernhard Schlagheck has congratulated Pakistanis on Eid-ul-Fitr. In his message, German Ambassador Bernhard Schlagheck said that he was happy to be present in Pakistan on the occasion of Eid and asked that God bless this Eid to bring happiness, health and peace. The German ambassador said that Eid is a festival … Read more
Pakistan’s Foreign Office spokesperson Dr Ayesha Farooqi said that on this auspicious occasion of Eid, Pakistan welcomes the decision of the Afghan and Taliban to ceasefire. According to details, Dr. Ayesha Farooqi said that on the occasion of Eid, a ceasefire agreement was signed between the Taliban and the Afghan government, Pakistan welcomes the ceasefire … Read more
KABUL: President of Islamic Republic Afghanistan, Ashraf Ghani rejected a key component of US-Taliban peace deal that calls for the swap of thousands of insurgent prisoners with Taliban. According to the details, Ghani objected to arrangements within the deal that would see the Afghan government release 5,000 Taliban prisoners as a condition for direct talks … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan Tuesday said United Nations Secretary General António Guterres had himself witnessed the government’s steps and initiatives for the protection of minorities’ rights in Pakistan. Talking to the media at the oath-taking ceremony of newly-elected office-bearers of Chitral Press Club here, … Read more
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has arrived in Mashhad as part of Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to diffuse tensions in the Middle East. On his arrival, Governor Mashhad Ali Reza Razm Hosseini warmly welcomed him. Shah Mahmood Qureshi visited Imam Reza shrine and made special prayers for the security of Pakistan and the unity and solidarity … Read more
Despite India’s efforts to curtail the funding for United Nations Military Observer Mission in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP), which monitors the Line of Control (LoC) in the disputed Kashmir region, the General Assembly has approved a complete budget line for the peacekeeping unit. Pakistan maintains that it has a key role in maintaining peace and … Read more
Director-General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Major General Asif Ghafoor said on Sunday Pakistan will not allow its land to be used against any country. According to the report of Radio Pakistan, Director General Inter-Services Public Relations Major General Asif Ghafoor says Pakistan would play the role of a peacemaker and not take sides in … Read more
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Monday, underscored the need for achieving the goal of a secure and stable Afghanistan for the economic progress and prosperity of the entire region. He made these remarks while addressing the 8th Ministerial meeting of the Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process held earlier today at Istanbul. Speaking on the occasion, … Read more
Chief of Staff of Sultanate of Oman Lieutenant General Ahmed Bin Harith called on Pakistan’s Naval Chief Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi. The Omani Chief was visited the Naval Headquarters in Islamabad today. According to details, the two sides discussed matters of mutual interests including regional peace and security. Pakistan’s Naval Chief highlighted efforts made by … Read more
Pak Navy’s Chief Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi meets Williem Wouter Plomp, Netherlands Ambassador to Pakistan here on Tuesday. Naval Chief meets the ambassador at naval headquarters, spokesperson said. The meeting between the two leaders discussed in detail the professional issues and mutual defense partnerships. According to Pak-Navy spokesperson, the Naval Chief highlights the role of … Read more
Prime Minister Imran Khan’s visit to Saudi Arabia is completed, a statement has been issued here on Wednesday. According to the details, the Prime Minister held separate meetings with the Saudi Prime Minister and the Crown Prince during which they discussed bilateral relations, energy, investment and cooperation in various fields. PM was accompanied by the … Read more
Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting, Firdous Ashiq Awan says about PM’s visit to Iran that this visit will be a result of peace and security in the Gulf region. In a series of tweet on Sunday, she said that Imran Khan is introducing the face of bright Pakistan around the … Read more
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has said it is utmost effort of Pakistan that the Afghan peace process resumes and reaches its logical conclusion to cultivate the benefits of peace and prosperity in the region. Addressing a ceremony, he termed his meeting with the Afghan Taliban today as positive and satisfactory. The Foreign Minister also … Read more
Pakistan and Turkey have agreed to continue joint efforts for peace and stability in the region. The concurrence was made during a meeting between Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and his Turkish counterpart Mevlüt Çavusoglu on the sidelines of the 74th Session of UN General Assembly in New York. They discussed continued human rights violations … Read more
