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ISLAMABAD, Pakistan  —  A deadly Saturday assault, planned and orchestrated by terrorists allegedly supported by India, targeted the Security Forces in the Mir Ali area of North Waziristan District. A suicide bomber in a vehicle attempted to attack a security forces convoy, but the leading group intervened and stopped him, foiling his plans. However, he somehow drove a car full of explosives straight into the security forces' lead vehicle at the front of the convoy. As a result, 13 brave soldiers lost their lives. In this tragic and brutal incident, three innocent civilians, including two children and a woman, were also seriously injured. The Shuhada are: Subedar Zahid Iqbal (45, from Karak), Havildar Sohrab Khan (39, from Naseerabad), Havildar Mian Yousaf (41, from Buner), Naik Khitab Shah (34, from Lower Dir), Lance Naik Ismail (32, from Naseerabad), Sepoy Rohail (30, from Mirpur Khas), Sepoy Muhammad Ramzan (33, from Dera Ghazi Khan), Sepoy Nawab (30, from Quetta), Sepoy Zu...

Pakistan secures legal triumph in water dispute as court upholds its authority The Government of Pakistan has expressed its appreciation for the recent judicial ruling regarding the Indus Waters matter. The Court of Arbitration in the Hague confirmed its authority to hear the case. It rejected India's request to bypass the Court and just depend on a Neutral Expert.  The Pakistan Foreign Office said in a statement that the court confirmed India's actions don't hinder the case's progress. The ruling underscores the court's role in equitably and legally resolving water conflicts between India and Pakistan.  Pakistan anticipates the forthcoming ruling, which will address the core issues of the dispute. The decision will come after hearings in July 2024 at The Hague's Peace Palace. Pakistan thinks the court's decision will help resolve the conflict fairly. It further urges India to adhere to the legal framework and collaborate towards achieving a peaceful resolut...

Quetta, Balochistan  —  In Balochistan, Pakistan, a deadly accident on Tuesday led to the death of 6 people and injuries to 7 passengers. The accident occurred when a passenger bus collided with a three-wheeled Qingqi rickshaw, subsequently igniting a fire, as confirmed by a senior government official. The same source also mentioned that the passenger bus caught fire after hitting the Qingqi, which was reportedly carrying petrol. "The injured are receiving prompt, high-quality medical treatment," the government said, highlighting that 3 injured passengers are currently being treated at the city's Civil Hospital, while 2 others are receiving care at the Bolan Medical Complex.  No other piece of information about the deceased was immediately released by the Balochistan government authorities. Balochistan CM Sarfraz Bugti expressed deep sorrow about the incident and announced plans to set up a fire brigade station in Sariab to improve emergency response.

On Tuesday, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif commended the security forces for their successful operation against terrorists in the South Waziristan region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. During the security forces' operation, 11 terrorists were successfully neutralized, according to a statement issued by the ISPR. The Prime Minister and the President expressed their profound respect for Shaheed Major Syed Moiz Abbas Shah, who courageously had safeguarded Indian Air Force Captain Abhinandan from a crowd intent on taking his life in 2019. They also honored the sacrifice of Shaheed Lance Naik Jibranullah, who heroically laid down his life in defense of the nation during the operation. The President and Prime Minister have pledged their unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism. Both leaders stressed that the sacrifices made for the homeland will always be remembered and will not be in vain.

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan  —  On Tuesday, a high-level Pakistani delegation led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari called on the US and OIC envoys at the UN to facilitate a "comprehensive dialogue" between Pakistan and India on the Kashmir dispute.  A delegation of nine parliamentarians, headed by the former Foreign Minister, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, arrived in New York on Monday. The former Foreign Minister's tour aimed to clearly express Pakistan's position globally in response to India's recent illegal attacks on Pakistan. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari denied India's claims that Pakistan was involved in the Pahalgam fatal incident.  During the OIC briefing, he said that there has been no complete investigation or clear evidence indicating Pakistan's involvement in the attack.  During  the  news  conference  at the United Nations Headquarters, Bilawal said the cooperation between Pakistani and Indian...

The 34th Arab League Summit kicked off in Baghdad on Saturday, focusing on Israel's war on Gaza and other regional issues.  Arab Summit 2025— Arab leaders at the 2025 Arab Summit highlighted the importance of Palestinian statehood and urged an urgent ceasefire in Gaza. They also discussed resolving some problems in Syria, Libya, Sudan, and Lebanon.  The decision was made as Israel continues its severe strikes on the Palestinian territory, leading to the loss of thousands of innocent civilian lives. The Gaza Health Ministry reported in early May that since October 7, 2023, the death toll in the ongoing Israeli conflict has risen to 53,272, with 120,673 individuals injured. During the Arab Summit 2025, Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Abbas underscored the importance of Muslim solidarity and called for an immediate ceasefire in Palestine. Abbas urged Arab countries to come together and develop a plan to end the Gaza war and achieve "peace." He emphasized the importance of unity and...