The United States has expressed cautious optimism about resuming negotiations with Iran within days, even as tensions at sea and sharp rhetoric from both sides highlight the fragility of the ongoing ceasefire. US President Donald Trump said a second round of talks could take place within 36 to 72 hours, […]
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PM Shehbaz stresses energy security, pushes shift to electric vehicles
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday termed energy security a critical component of Pakistan’s future planning, saying timely government measures had helped avert a potential crisis amid the current regional situation. Chairing a high-level meeting on energy security, the prime minister said work was underway on a plan to maintain […]
Naqvi, US diplomat discuss US-Iran talks, stress diplomacy for regional stability
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and US Charge d’Affaires Natalie A Baker held a meeting to discuss ongoing diplomatic developments related to the second round of US-Iran talks, the interior ministry said. According to the statement, both sides exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and underscored the importance of continued […]
US-Iran talks could be held as early as Friday: Donald Trump
A second round of talks between the United States and Iran could take place as early as Friday, according to a report citing US President Donald Trump. Responding to a query, Trump said it was “possible” that fresh negotiations would be held in Islamabad within the next 36 to 72 […]
Pakistan welcomes extension of Iran ceasefire, eyes broader peace deal
Pakistan has welcomed the extension of the Iran ceasefire, expressing hope that ongoing diplomatic efforts in Islamabad will lead to a broader peace agreement. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the move came at Islamabad’s request and thanked US President Donald Trump for agreeing to extend the truce to allow negotiations […]
Pakistan criticises India over lack of evidence on Pahalgam attack anniversary
ISLAMABAD: On the first anniversary of the Pahalgam attack, Pakistan on Wednesday criticised India for failing to provide “credible evidence” to support its allegations against Islamabad. In a televised statement, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said New Delhi had also avoided calls for an independent investigation, terming the incident a “false […]
Trump extends US-Iran ceasefire, peace talks remain uncertain
Washington: US President Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran to allow more time for peace talks, while Tehran has yet to respond to the decision. Trump pushed back the end of the two-week truce, crediting a request from mediator Pakistan and saying Iran’s leadership needed more time to […]
Nawaz Sharif lauds govt, military leadership over US-Iran mediation
Three-time former prime minister and PML-N President Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday praised the federal government and Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir for their role in mediating between the United States and Iran. Addressing a meeting of the PML-N’s parliamentary board for Gilgit-Baltistan, alongside Prime […]
Pakistan urges US, Iran to extend ceasefire, pushes for dialogue
Pakistan on Tuesday urged the United States and Iran to extend their two-week ceasefire, stressing the importance of dialogue and diplomacy for lasting regional peace. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar made the call during a meeting with Natalie A Baker, the US Charge d’Affaires, according to a […]
Pakistan Navy successfully conducts live firing of Taimoor cruise missile
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Navy has successfully conducted a live weapon firing of the Taimoor Air-Launched Cruise Missile, an indigenously developed anti-ship weapon system, showcasing its precision strike capability and operational readiness. According to ISPR, the missile executed its mission with exceptional accuracy, validating the navy’s capability to detect, track, and neutralize […]









