US congressman introduces resolution praising Pakistan’s role in US-Iran-Israel peace efforts

  • Pakistan last month hosted US, Iranian officials for rare direct talks that failed to yield a breakthrough
  • Trump said Thursday Islamabad had asked US not to militarily engage Iran as Tehran reviewed US proposal
By Arab News Pakistan ·

Islamabad seeks Singapore’s help in repatriation of Pakistani, Iranian nationals aboard US-seized vessels

  • US authorities have seized multiple vessels in recent weeks since imposing a blockade of the Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz
  • Pakistan thanks Singapore for the cooperation, says stands ready to facilitate the repatriation of Iranian nationals via Pakistan
By KASHIF IMRAN ·

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Pakistani actor Hajra Yamin says women must shape stories, not just star in them

  • Actor says real change in Pakistan’s drama industry depends on women taking on decision-making roles
  • Yamin’s latest serial “Dr. Bahu” explores themes of infidelity, marriage, social pressure common in Pakistani television
By BURAQ SHABBIR ·

Pakistan to pilot UAE’s refurbishment-export model for used cars to boost exports

  • Backed by investment body SIFC, model seeks to import used cars, refurbish and export them abroad
  •  Initiative has been incorporated in Pakistan’s draft Auto Policy 2026-31, says official on condition 
By Ismail Dilawar ·

Saudi Arabia expands digital Hajj services through Tawakkalna app for Makkah Route pilgrims

  • Kingdom leverages AI-powered “super app” to streamline pilgrimage procedures before travelers even depart for Saudi Arabia
  • Tawakkalna expands to over 1,300 services as Saudi Arabia deepens digital transformation under Vision 2030
By Arab News ·

More than half of Lebanon population depends on aid: EU official

  • More than half of Lebanon's population depends on humanitarian aid, a European Union official said on Friday, as Israel continues its attacks on the country despite a ceasefire
By AFP ·

Hostages taken at bank in western Germany: police

  • Suspects have taken multiple hostages at a bank in the western German town of Sinzig, police confirmed to AFP on Friday, with numerous police officers at the scene
By AFP ·

US trade court rules against Trump’s 10 percent global tariffs

  • Ruling finds across-the-board tariffs not justified under a 1970s trade law 
  • Small businesses challenged the tariffs, which took effect on February 24
By Reuters ·

Ancelotti set for Brazil contract extension: federation

  • The 66-year-old former Real Madrid, AC Milan and Chelsea coach has been in negotiations with the CBF for months
  • Ancelotti has repeatedly expressed his willingness to continue in his current role
By AFP ·

Pain on the menu as Iran war squeezes Dubai’s restaurants

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  • Dubai chefs say war has affected sourcing of ingredients, costs
  • Eateries grapple with ‘disrupted footfall’, demand drop
By Reuters ·