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PM Shehbaz Sharif Holds Telephonic Conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Praises Acceptance of Ceasefire and Islamabad Talks Invitation
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday spoke with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian over the telephone for approximately 45 minutes. The Prime Minister conveyed deep appreciation for the Iranian leadership’s wisdom and foresight in accepting the ceasefire proposal and agreeing to Pakistan’s offer to host direct negotiations between Iran and the United States…
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Earthquake in Israel over US-Iran Ceasefire: Netanyahu Faces Sharp Criticism from Opposition
Jerusalem: A temporary two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, announced by President Donald Trump, has triggered a major political storm in Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office stated support for the US decision to suspend strikes on Iran, but clarified that the truce does not extend to ongoing operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.Opposition…
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Iran-US Ceasefire Exposes Deep Rift Between Republicans and Democrats in Congress
WASHINGTON / DOHA — The announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran has triggered significant internal divisions within the US Congress, with Republicans and Democrats sharply split over the deal, Al Jazeera reported Wednesday.Republicans Divided:While a section of the Republican caucus hailed the ceasefire as a diplomatic achievement for President Trump,…
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“Not Shahbaz Sharif — Shabaash Sharif”: Pakistani Artists Celebrate Iran-US Ceasefire
ISLAMABAD — Pakistani entertainment figures have expressed jubilation following the announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and the United States, with several prominent artists crediting Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for helping broker peace in the region.Actor and singer Farhan Saeed took to social media with a now-viral phrase: “Not Shahbaz Sharif…
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PTI Postpones Rawalpindi Rally Scheduled for April 9
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s Political Committee has decided to postpone its major public rally planned in Rawalpindi on April 9, party leader Allama Raja Nasir Abbas announced Wednesday.Speaking to media, Abbas said the decision was taken at the request of a government delegation, signalling a potential opening for renewed dialogue between the ruling coalition and…
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Local Holidays Announced in Islamabad on April 9–10
ISLAMABAD — The District Magistrate of Islamabad, Irfan Nawaz Memon, has officially declared local public holidays on Thursday and Friday, April 9 and 10, 2026, across the revenue limits of the federal capital.According to the official notification, the holiday will be observed throughout Islamabad’s administrative boundaries. However, essential service providers have been exempted from the…
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Pakistan Shines on World Stage; Indian Analysts Slam Modi’s Foreign Policy
Islamabad / New Delhi / Tehran — April 8, 2026Pakistan has emerged as a key diplomatic actor amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif offered Islamabad as a venue for direct talks between Washington and Tehran, a move welcomed by the international community.Reports indicate both sides have shown willingness…
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Israeli military strikes southern Lebanon after US-Iran ceasefire
President Joseph Aoun, a former army chief, had ruled out using force, warning that this could exacerbate divisions and lead to violence. Reacting to the latest escalation, his government made the historic announcement that it was open to negotiate directly with Israel – the countries do not have diplomatic relations. But, Israel, so far, has…
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Iran Claims Major Victory: Supreme National Security Council says US has accepted Tehran’s 10-Point Peace Plan, declaring a “historic triumph”
Washington (International Desk): Iran’s Supreme National Security Council announced on Wednesday that the United States has accepted the principles of Iran’s 10-point peace plan, allowing Iran to claim a major victory. According to state broadcaster IRIB, the Council stated that “Iran has forced the US to accept its plan, marking a historic triumph for the…
