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Trump says US can take Hormuz with more time; White House seeks $1.5tr defence...
WASHINGTON, APR 3: Iranian President Pezeshkian calls Trump’s threat an admission of intent to commit “massive war crime”.
US fighter jet shot down over Iran, search underway for crew, says US official
WASHINGTON, APR 3: A US fighter jet was shot down over Iran and a search and rescue operation was underway for any survivors, a...
Middle East crisis Kuwait reports Iranian strike on power and desalination plant
Trump has indicated the conflict could wind down in 2–3 weeks but tied any pause or ceasefire to Iran reopening the strait for commercial...
Kuwait says Iranian attack hit power, desalination plant; Tehran warns UNSC against ‘provocative action’
WASHINGTON, APR 3: Trump steps up his threats against Iran; Pope Leo urges Israel’s Herzog to end war.
Ambassador Rahim, Russian envoy discuss evolving geopolitical developments
BRUSSELS, Apr 03: Ambassador Rahim Hayat on Friday received the Charge d’Affaires of Russia, Karen Malayan, for a courtesy call on at the Chancery.
During...
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China says talks between Pakistan, Afghanistan progressing at steady pace
BEIJING, APR 3: Islamabad, Kabul welcome Beijing's mediation, willing to sit down for talks again, says Chinese foreign ministry’s spox.
China says peace talks advance between Pakistan, Afghanistan
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BEIJING: Negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing steadily, China said on Friday following reports that the South Asian neighbors were meeting there to...
Beijing presses Islamabad to settle $220m dues of Chinese energy firm
SSGC cites pending tax refunds as hurdle to payments
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ISLAMABAD: China has urged Pakistan to clear $220 million in outstanding payments owed to United Energy...
CENTRAL ASIA
Uzbekistan Launches the Updated and Ambitious “Uzbekistan–2030” Strategy for National Development
TASHKENT — Uzbekistan has unveiled its updated Uzbekistan–2030 Strategy, marking a major step in the country’s journey toward national reform and development. Officials emphasise...
Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan to cooperate in productivity
Bishkek Apr 1: The first regional and international forum "Central Asia: From Productivity to Prosperity: Regional Dialogue" was held in Tashkent.
According to the Ministry...
March 31 Genocide – A crime against humanity committed against Azerbaijanis
Farid MUSTAFAYEV
Starting from the early 18th century, Armenian nationalists carried out a policy of genocide against the Azerbaijani people. During that period, Tsarist Russia,...
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EDITOR'S ARTICLES
A diplomatic convergence: a positive signal for ME peace
At the same time, there is another dimension that cannot be ignored. Iran’s policy of supporting proxy groups in various countries has long been...
HEALTH
MedExpo Kyrgyzstan 2026: 90 companies take part in healthcare exhibition
Bishkek, Mar 31: The international healthcare exhibition MedExpo Kyrgyzstan 2026 is taking place in Bishkek from March 31 to April 2 at the...
Multi-Modality approach essential for cancer treatment: Dr Ejaz Masood
MULTAN, Mar 29: Renowned oncologist Dr Ejaz Masood said that a multi-modality approach was essential for effective breast cancer treatment, highlighting both medical and...
Alarming Rise in youth drug abuse urges sparks concern
ISLAMABAD, Mar 27: Calling drug abuse a growing crisis, anti-narcotics expert Syed Zulfiqar Hussain emphasized a joint societal response to drug abuse, pointing to...
ARTS & CULTURE
Japanese ambassador opens Sogetsu Ikebana spring exhibition
LAHORE, APR 3 /DNA/ - The Sogetsu Ikebana Annual Spring Exhibition, titled “Spring Reverie: Crafts of Pakistan,” opened at The Residency Hotel Lahore on...
Secretary Tourism KP reviews facilities, plantation drive during detailed visit to Galiyat
NATHIAGALI, Apr 03: Secretary of Tourism, Culture & Archaeology for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Saadat Hassan Friday has conducted a detailed visit of Galiyat to review...
Kazakhstan to host Eurasian Book Fair
ASTANA, Apr 1: The Kazakh capital will host the 2026 Eurasian Book Fair, an international book fair with presentations, meetings with authors and educational...
