Fuel Price Surge Sparks NA Uproar as Jamaat-e-Islami Plans Nationwide Protests
Pakistan’s political temperature is rising alongside fuel prices. A recent increase in petrol rates has not only intensified economic pressure on citizens but also triggered strong backlash inside the National Assembly and beyond. With opposition protests gaining momentum, the issue is quickly turning into a nationwide political flashpoint. Parliament Erupts Over Fuel Hike The National […]
Kuwait Turns to Pakistani Ships for Fuel Supply Amid Regional Tensions
Kuwait has decided to utilise Pakistani-flagged vessels for transporting diesel and jet fuel, marking a shift in logistics as regional tensions continue to disrupt traditional supply routes. The move follows assurances from Iran regarding secure passage for multiple oil shipments, allowing cargo movement to resume despite instability in the region. Pakistani authorities proposed the use […]
Pakistan Hints at Possible Iran–US Talks in Coming Days
Pakistan has suggested that Iran and the United States could move toward talks in the near future, as diplomatic efforts intensify to reduce tensions in the Middle East. Officials say Islamabad is passing messages between both sides, helping maintain communication at a time when direct contact remains limited. The signal comes as the regional situation […]
US Intelligence Flags Pakistan Missile Programme as Potential Threat
US intelligence agencies have raised concerns that Pakistan’s evolving missile programme could pose a potential long-term threat beyond South Asia, including to the American homeland. According to recent assessments, Pakistan is developing increasingly advanced missile technology, with a focus on longer-range capabilities that could eventually extend beyond its traditional regional scope. Officials in Washington have […]
Pakistan and Afghanistan Agree on Eid Truce, Pause Military Operations
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a temporary pause in military operations during Eid al-Fitr, marking a short-term de-escalation in tensions between the two countries. The truce, announced separately by both sides, will remain in effect from midnight March 18/19 until midnight March 23/24, with officials warning that any violation could lead to an immediate […]
Iran Shuts Strait of Hormuz, Raising Global Oil Supply Concerns
The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy chokepoints, has become a focal point of global concern as tensions involving Iran escalate. The narrow waterway connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea and handles a significant share of the world’s oil and gas shipments. Roughly 20% of global oil consumption and […]
Protests Turn Deadly Across Pakistan Amid Widespread Unrest
Violent protests erupted across multiple cities in Pakistan, leaving at least 23 people dead as demonstrations escalated into clashes with law enforcement. Authorities confirmed fatalities and injuries following unrest in Karachi, Skardu, Islamabad, and other urban centers. The protests intensified after reports circulated regarding the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader, triggering strong reactions in parts […]
Pakistan Gives Effective Response to Fresh Unprovoked Fire by Afghan Taliban
Pakistan’s Ministry of Information has confirmed that its security forces gave an immediate and effective response after the Afghan Taliban regime opened “unprovoked fire” along multiple points of the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on February 26, 2026. The exchange took place in-sensitive areas, including Torkham and Tirah sectors, prompting swift action by Pakistani troops. […]
Former PM Imran Khan Undergoes Follow-Up Eye Treatment at PIMS
Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) founding chairman Imran Khan was brought to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad on Tuesday for a follow-up eye treatment, medical officials confirmed. The procedure involved a second dose of an anti-VEGF intravitreal injection to address an underlying eye condition affecting his vision. According to […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif to Attend Gaza Board of Peace Meeting in Washington
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to attend the inaugural Gaza Board of Peace meeting in Washington on February 19, as part of ongoing international diplomatic efforts aimed at addressing the humanitarian crisis and broader conflict in Gaza. The meeting, expected to be attended by several world leaders, will focus on ceasefire initiatives, humanitarian access, […]