WASHINGTON— U.S. President Donald Trump has said that ending the ongoing conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan would be “very easy” for him, expressing his willingness to help both nations achieve peace. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, President Trump remarked, “I like stopping wars. I’m aware of the recent border tensions between Pakistan and…
Thousands of grief-stricken mourners attend Raila Odinga’s funeral. One of Kenya’s most revered politicians, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has received an emotional send-off at his state funeral in the capital, Nairobi. Tens of thousands of people – many carrying branches as a traditional symbol of grief and wearing T-shirts printed with his image –…
LAHORE (Staff Report) — The Punjab government has formally banned the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) and forwarded a summary to the federal government for final approval, Provincial Minister for Information Uzma Bukhari announced during a press conference in Lahore on Friday. Bukhari said Section 144 had been imposed throughout Punjab to maintain law and order, adding…
KABUL/ISLAMABAD.The ongoing dispute between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban regime has caused serious disruptions in cross-border trade, leaving Afghan traders frustrated as truckloads of perishable goods rot while awaiting clearance at border crossings. According to local traders, hundreds of trucks carrying fresh fruits and vegetables have been stranded near major entry points into Pakistan, forcing…
PESHAWAR At least 18 militants, including a key commander, were killed in multiple security operations conducted by Pakistani forces in North Waziristan and Lakki Marwat, the military said on Friday. According to security officials, four militants, including a suicide attacker, were killed when forces foiled an assault on a military camp in the Mir Ali…
ISLAMABAD (Muhammad Saleem) — Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban regime have agreed to extend their ceasefire, which was initially set to expire today, as talks between the two sides continue in Doha, diplomatic sources confirmed. According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office spokesperson, both sides are engaged in constructive dialogue during the 48-hour truce. The spokesperson stated…
ISLAMABAD: Strong tremors were felt in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Swat, Chitral, and adjoining areas on Thursday evening, causing panic among residents. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the earthquake struck at 5:15 PM with a magnitude of 5.6, and its epicenter was located in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan at a depth of…
A Taiwanese airline has apologised for requesting paperwork from a dead employee, in the latest development of a case that has sparked widespread anger. The 34-year-old Eva Air flight attendant, surnamed Sun, died earlier this month after reportedly feeling unwell during a flight. Many online have speculated she was overworked. Taiwanese authorities and Eva Air…
The family of a British girl who disappeared in Australia more than 50 years ago has threatened to name a key person of interest unless he comes forward to answer their questions. Authorities believe three-year-old Cheryl Grimmer was abducted from Fairy Meadow beach in Wollongong in January 1970. A suspect was charged with her abduction…
Reuters Zelensky is on his third visit to Washington since January Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington on Friday, as Trump weighs whether to arm Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles capable of striking deep into Russia. Their meeting comes a day after Trump said “great progress” was made during…
