Pakistan rejects Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, condemns efforts to displace Palestinians
NEW YORK: Pakistan has formally opposed Israel’s declaration of Somaliland as an independent nation. Pakistan also denounced the acts of sending off the Palestinian people as a great injustice, deeming such actions unacceptable. During an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council, Pakistan’s Deputy Representative to the UN, Usman
Pakistan Forex reserves increases to USD21.09bn mark on IMF inflows
Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves increased to USD21.09 billion as of December 12, 2025, supported by sizeable inflows from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). According to the central bank, forex reserves held by the SBP stood at USD15.89 billion, while
Pakistan confirms ‘Super Flu’ cases, health experts urge precautions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has verified the existence of the so-called “super flu” virus, which has been rapidly disseminating in numerous regions globally, including Europe. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that a novel subtype of influenza A(H3N2) termed -clade “K ” has caused a significant surge in flu infections across the
Asim Iftikhar warns: Afghanistan must act against TTP or Pakistan will take action
NEW YORK: Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Asim Iftikhar has said that the nation might respond against Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants stationed in Afghanistan if the Taliban administration fails to act against them. While addressing the UN Asim Iftikhar disclosed that 6,000 TTP fighters are active in Afghanistan,
Pakistan,China begin joint exercise to boost counterterrorism
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Army and China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have started Warrior-IX, the ninth round of their annual counter-terrorism exercise, according to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The latest edition began on December 01, 2025, and aims to boost joint capacity for modern counter-terror operations. The exercise focuses on improving coordination, sharpening
Pakistanis can now work in Germany without a pre-arranged job
ISLAMABAD: Germany has introduced the Chancenkarte (Opportunity Card) scheme greatly increasing job prospects for Pakistani labourers. Through this program Pakistani national are permitted to enter Germany without a secured job and have, up to one year to look for work. The initiative seeks to draw workers from nations such, as
Pakistan rejects Afghan govt claim of aerial attack in Afghanistan
PESHAWAR: Pakistan army rejected the false allegation of Afghan government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid that Pakistan has carried out aerial attacks in the Gurbuz area of Khost province in Afghanistan. The statement said that Pakistan did not carry out air strikes in Afghanistan, and whenever Pakistan conducts a strike, it acknowledges
EU, Pakistan strengthen ties at seventh strategic dialogue
The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, and the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas, co-chaired the seventh round of the EU-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue in Brussels today. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a joint
Trump confirms India was about to impose war on Pakistan again
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump confirmed that India was about to impose war on Pakistan again, a fight he claims to have successfully avoided during his tenure. Trump’s announcement came during a talk between him and the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House. Trump, known to
Pakistan to face Zimbabwe in first match of T20 tri-nation series
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan team will face Zimbabwe in the tri-nation T20 series after winning the ODI series against Sri Lanka, as the national cricket team has completed preparations for the T20 tri-series starting today. The teams of Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe are participating in the series, the first match of
