RARE PHOTOS: 6 - The Real Truth

Pakistan demands extradition of UK-based dissidents to accept grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed's deportation

Pakistan has told Britain it must hand over political dissidents living in the UK if it wants Islamabad to accept the deportation of convicted Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed.

The Times of India · Jul 8

'We're watching closely': US Senator warns Pakistan over 'double role' after Sharif's Khamenei tribute

US Pakistan relations: In a recent statement, US Senator Rick Scott criticized Pakistan's potential role in mediating US-Iran relations, referencing past missteps that question Islamabad's credibility. At the same time, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid his respects at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral, vowing to uphold a collaborative relationship with Iran.…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

'We're watching closely': US Senator warns Pak over 'double role' after Khamenei tribute

US Senator Rick Scott on Tuesday sharply criticised Pakistan's role in the US-Iran peace deal, accusing Islamabad of hypocrisy after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran.

The Times of India · Jul 7

Pakistan, Turkiye progress interconnected; PM Sharif, President Erdogan discuss trade, defence in Istanbul

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif affirmed strong support for Turkiye, stating their successes are intertwined. During a joint press conference in Istanbul, both nations pledged to boost bilateral trade to USD 5 billion, a significant jump from the current USD 1.3 billion. Defence cooperation was highlighted as a key driver…

The Economic Times · Jul 5

'Shortsighted leaders tend to repeat errors': Analyst warns Trump's Pakistan outreach may cost US dearly

According to the analysis, countries that become strategically important often face less international pressure over their internal affairs. It points to examples such as continued Western engagement with Pakistan and the European Union retaining Islamabad's GSP-Plus trade status despite allegations of human rights abuses, arguing that geopolitical interests have frequently…

The Times of India · Jul 4

Iran FM confirms reports Israel planned to target Tehran's negotiators

Iran's foreign minister corroborated US media reports that Washington warned Tehran Israel may have had its chief negotiators on a target list during April talks in Islamabad, the same talks that produced the framework deal signed on 17 June.

Euronews · Jul 3

How a Pakistan syndicate smuggled 200kg of human placentas every month

In a shocking revelation, Pakistani law enforcement has dismantled an international syndicate involved in the illicit trade of human placentas. Authorities uncovered a processing facility in Islamabad responsible for exporting nearly 200kg monthly for use in expensive anti-aging treatments. The operation was exposed following a raid that seized 500kg of…

The Times of India · Jul 3

Pakistan alleges, yet again, India making efforts to control rivers

Pakistan has strongly refuted India's alleged attempts to control rivers, particularly the Indus basin, by treating water as a "strategic asset." Islamabad asserts that India's decision to place the Indus Water Treaty in "abeyance" is an illegal move, using terrorism as a baseless pretext. Pakistan maintains that water should not…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

Pakistan only a 'guest' in Balochistan for few more years, says Baloch activist

A Baloch rights activist has announced a global campaign against alleged "terrorism" by Pakistan and China, accusing Beijing of using Islamabad as a "diplomatic gun" over the Indus Waters Treaty. He asserted that China and Pakistan's presence in Balochistan is illegal and that both nations are involved in the "Baloch…

The Times of India · Jul 1

India, Pakistan exchange prisoner lists; New Delhi seeks expediated release of 188 citizens

India and Pakistan have swapped lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen in their custody, a routine exercise under a 2008 agreement. India detailed 439 individuals, while Pakistan provided 250 names. New Delhi urged Islamabad to expedite the return of 188 Indian nationals who have completed their sentences, highlighting ongoing efforts…

The Economic Times · Jul 1