France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies

Global crude oil prices jumped sharply following missile strikes between the United States and Iran, raising fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East. Brent crude climbed to $98 per barrel while WTI traded at $95, as markets reacted to the escalating tensions.Asian and European markets posted mixed results. Pakistan’s KSE-100 Index fell 831…

ISLAMABAD (International News): The District and Sessions Courts Islamabad have upheld the arrest warrants issued against Sohail Afridi in a case pertaining to levelling allegations against state institutions, directing authorities to arrest the accused and produce him before the court without delay.The court maintained its earlier order and instructed the relevant law enforcement authorities to…

By Farzana Chaudhry | Lahore, PakistanLAHORE: Punjab Minister for Communications and Works Malik Sohaib Ahmed Bharth has said that the provincial government is giving top priority to the implementation of safety standard operating procedures (SOPs) at construction sites across the province, in line with the vision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif.The remarks came during…

Islamabad, November 15, 2025 — Westminster International School, Bahria Campus, celebrated its Annual Sports Day with great enthusiasm and vibrant displays of athletic talent at the Sports Complex on Saturday. The event highlighted outstanding performances, teamwork, and competitive spirit among primary and middle years students. The ceremony featured a captivating lineup of activities, including impressive…

GENEVA/NEW YORK — Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories, has levelled grave accusations against Israel, alleging the systematic use of torture and sexual violence against Palestinian detainees and civilians.Albanese presented her report titled “Torture and Genocide” to the 61st session of the UN Human…