US journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Baghdad

Venezuela has restored diplomatic ties with Israel after a 17-year break, the two governments announced following recent talks between their foreign ministers.According to joint statements, the agreement followed discussions between Israeli Foreign Minister Gadi (Gideon) Sa’ar and Venezuelan Foreign Minister Félix Plasencia. The deal establishes a coordination mechanism to provide diplomatic and consular services to…

Washington/Tehran: US President Donald Trump claimed in an interview with Fox News that senior Iranian officials directly called him to request an immediate halt to American strikes on Iran. Trump said the operation involved 49 Tomahawk cruise missiles alongside combat aircraft that targeted Iranian radar installations and air defense systems. The strikes reportedly hit locations…

WashingtonUS President Donald Trump has reignited his campaign to rename geographic landmarks, this time signaling a desire to rename the state of New Mexico “New America.” Trump shared a map on Truth Social showing “Mexico” crossed out in red and replaced with “America” in the state’s name. The White House’s official account later reposted it,…

Islamabad,Report by M.Saleem  November 2, 2025 —On the occasion of the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, the Rawalpindi-Islamabad Union of Journalists (RIUJ) renewed its commitment to defending press freedom and called on the Government of Pakistan to ensure justice for journalists who have faced violence and persecution. RIUJ President Tariq Ali…

By Muhammad ShahzadLahore, PakistanLAHORE: At least 22 people were killed and 1,477 others injured in 1,223 road traffic crashes (RTCs) reported across Punjab during the past 24 hours, according to the Emergency Services Department (ESD).Rescue teams responded to incidents in all 37 districts of the province. Of the injured, 662 sustained serious injuries and were…