Dar, Australian FM discuss Islamabad talks, stress dialogue amid global economic concerns
Both sides express concern over broader implications on global economy, especially for developing countries Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Sunday, April 20th, 2026. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Monday praised Pakistan’s “constructive role” in facilitating dialogue between Iran and […]
Pakistan, Egypt successfully conclude Thunder-II counterterrorism exercise at Cherat
Two-week exercise designed to enhance interoperability by refining drills, procedures, techniques, ISPR says Pakistan and Egypt successfully concluded a joint counterterrorism exercise, “Thunder-II”, held at Cherat in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, the military’s media wing said on Monday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the two-week exercise was “designed to enhance interoperability by refining drills, procedures, and […]
China says ‘concerned’ over US intercepting Iranian ship in Strait of Hormuz
Beijing flags risks to global trade after US boards Iranian vessel in Gulf waters Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun takes a question from a journalist at a press conference in Beijing, China January 7, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS China on Monday expressed “concern” over US forces boarding an Iranian cargo ship, urged against escalation, and […]
Hailey Bieber called ‘girl’s girl’ for giving Billie Eilish her ‘One Less Lonely Girl’ moment
Clip goes viral as Hailey steps aside for Billie, who once said she would become famous to get closer to Bieber Singer Justin Bieber grabbed headlines by bringing Billie Eilish on stage for his iconic One Less Lonely Girl tradition this weekend at Coachella, but the real buzz centered on his wife, Hailey Bieber, who is […]
Four terrorists killed, one police officer martyred in separate IBO’s in K-P
ISPR says one terrorist killed was ‘Waheedullah’, responsible for the martyrdom of Lieutenant Colonel Gul Faraz DERA ISMAIL KHAN: One police officer was martyred and four terrorists, including two highly wanted commanders, were killed in two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, officials confirmed on Monday. In one operation, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in […]
World weighs fate of Mideast ceasefire after US seizes Iranian cargo ship
US maintains blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran lifted then reimposed blockade on marine traffic through Strait A resident walks while covering her nose to protect against the smell rising from a building containing homes and a restaurant hit by an Israeli strike hours before the ceasefire, amid a 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, in […]
PM Shehbaz reaffirms push for regional peace, diplomacy in talks with Iran’s Pezeshkian
Both leaders discuss regional developments, agree on continued engagement and diplomatic efforts PM Shehbaz (right) holds talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (left) on US-Iran ceasefire Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to advancing regional peace and security with the support of partners during a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. […]
Deepika, Ranveer announce second pregnancy with sweet family post
Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh on Sunday announced that they were expecting their second child, sharing the news with fans through a post on Instagram. The couple posted a photograph featuring their daughter Dua holding a pregnancy test kit that showed a positive result. The caption of the post carried only evil eye […]
Spurs relegation battle worsens
Tottenham Hotspur held as Brighton snatch late equaliser. PHOTO: AFP/FILE LONDON: Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said his side are “not finished yet” despite a bitterly disappointing 2-2 draw against Brighton on Saturday to leave them mired in the Premier League relegation zone. Spurs twice took the lead in front of passionate home fans and […]
Turkey ‘optimistic’ Middle East ceasefire will be extended: foreign minister
Hakan Fidan says US-Iran talks are largely complete, but key disagreements remain Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan speaks to the reporters at Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 19, 2026. REUTERS Turkey said it remained “optimistic” that a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States set to expire on Wednesday would be extended. […]