Pakistan voices support for sovereignty of regional states after Iranian attacks in Gulf

  • Islamabad says it remains committed to achieving lasting peace and stability in the region through dialogue
  • The development comes after Iran attacks Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE in response to a third wave of US strikes
By KASHIF IMRAN ·

Pakistan, Turkiye sign MoU on family affairs, social security on OIC summit sidelines

  • Delegates from OIC member states are attending Islamabad summit to review progress on women rights, share national policies and adopt frameworks
  • Pakistan, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to further promoting women’s empowerment, strengthening the family system, and boosting OIC cooperation
By Waseem Abbasi ·

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In Pakistan’s Badin, another monsoon revives memories of devastating floods

  • Residents fear embankment failures could again inundate low-lying villages
  • Many families are still struggling to rebuild homes, livelihoods lost in 2022
By Ismail Dilawar ·

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Authorities say Azad Kashmir to go to polls on July 27 despite prevailing protests

  • A recently banned civil rights alliance has warned of marching on regional capital on July 15 if demands not met
  • The government will ensure ‘free, peaceful and transparent elections under all circumstances,’ spokesman says
By UROOSA JADOON ·

Saudi leadership extends National Day wishes to Mongolia

  • Greetings mark Mongolia’s National Day and Naadam celebrations
  • Festival commemorates independence and centuries of nomadic heritage
By Arab News ·

US launches more strikes on Iran as standoff over Strait of Hormuz escalates

  • Tehran says attacks derail diplomacy as Gulf tensions escalate
  • Commercial shipping continues despite mounting military confrontation
By Agencies ·

Dollar jumps on renewed Middle East attacks, Hormuz closure

  • US and Iranian forces exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults at the weekend, again disrupting oil trade
By Reuters ·

Irrepressible Sinner outlasts Zverev to win second straight Wimbledon title

  • Sinner’s fifth Slam crown is just two behind the majors tally of his injured rival Carlos Alcaraz
  • The 24-year-old now boasts a remarkable 44-3 win-loss record this year after winning his sixth title of the season
By AFP ·

Damascus concert revives Syria’s musical heritage with fusion of Beethoven and Arab classics

  • Revival of ancient traditions disrupted by over a decade of conflict
  • Pianist Gaswan Zerikly highlights Syria’s ancient musical notation
By Arab News ·