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Khawaja Muhammad Asif’s recent remarks calling Israel a “curse for humanity” have done more than just trigger diplomatic outrage. They have exposed a fundamental contradiction at the heart of Pakistan’s foreign policy posture. At a time when Pakistan is attempting to position itself as a potential mediator in the ongoing West Asian tensions, such rhetoric […]
International
Iran has denied reports that its negotiating team has reached Islamabad for talks with the United States, casting fresh doubt over the status of the proposed diplomatic channel. The development comes after earlier claims suggested an Iranian delegation was heading to Pakistan for serious discussions linked to the fragile ceasefire. Iran Denies Islamabad Talks Report […]
International
Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif triggered a sharp diplomatic clash after he condemned Israel over its strikes on Lebanon in a social media post that was later deleted. The remarks drew a direct response from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, adding another layer of tension to the already fragile regional ceasefire environment. Khawaja Asif Remarks […]
International
Israel has questioned Pakistan’s role in the ongoing Iran ceasefire diplomacy, with its envoy saying Islamabad is not viewed as a credible mediator even as Washington continues to engage it. The remarks add fresh strain to an already fragile ceasefire process that remains under pressure from disputes over Lebanon, regional enforcement and the next round […]
International
Israel has questioned Pakistan’s role in the ongoing Iran ceasefire diplomacy, with its envoy saying Islamabad is not viewed as a credible mediator even as Washington continues to engage it. The remarks add a fresh diplomatic layer to the fragile regional truce, which is already facing pressure from disputes over Lebanon and the Strait of […]
International
An Iranian delegation is set to arrive in Islamabad late Thursday for talks with the United States, even as skepticism remains high in Iran over the durability of the current ceasefire. The visit signals that diplomacy is still moving forward despite complaints from Tehran that repeated Israeli actions are threatening to derail the process. Iran […]
International
Pakistan has invited the United States and Iran for face-to-face talks in Islamabad on April 10 after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that both sides, along with their allies, had agreed to an immediate ceasefire. The move positions Islamabad at the centre of a high-stakes diplomatic effort to turn a fragile pause in fighting into […]
National
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh sharply criticised Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif over his reported remarks on Kolkata, saying such provocative statements could have serious consequences. The exchange has added fresh strain to already tense India-Pakistan ties, with the latest comments drawing political reactions in both Delhi and West Bengal. Rajnath Singh Hits
International
Pakistan’s fuel pricing policy is facing renewed scrutiny after the International Monetary Fund raised concerns over distortions in the country’s petroleum pricing system. The issue has become more urgent as Pakistan deals with volatility in global oil markets and growing pressure on its fiscal position. IMF Raises Pakistan Fuel Pricing Concerns The IMF has pressed […]