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Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said the British consulate in Jerusalem has ended its operations, with about 20 diplomats leaving their posts. A smaller team of seven will remain at the premises with limited duties. Britain said the building will operate as the UK Mission, Jerusalem, continuing essential services and work with the Palestinian people. Read More…
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Pakistan’s Ministry of Information has rejected a report claiming that Pakistan Air Force aircraft are being used against Yemen’s Houthis, calling it “fake and fabricated.” The ministry urged international media to avoid speculation about Pakistan’s military deployments under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. It said any deployment details, if required, would be announced by relevant authorities. Read More…
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Dozens protested outside Japan’s Foreign Ministry after a US Marine was accused of killing a woman in Okinawa. The case has renewed concerns over the large US military presence on the island. Japanese officials condemned the killing and demanded preventive measures. The US has paused operations, banned alcohol and imposed a temporary curfew while troops undergo discipline training. Read More…
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Mohammed Ali “Mo” Naqvi’s Hanging by a Wire has become the first documentary selected by Pakistan to represent the country in the Best International Feature Film category at the 2027 Academy Awards. The Pakistan Academy Selection Committee, led by Sana Zahra Jafri, included filmmakers, actors, producers and artists chosen for diverse experience and perspectives. Read More…
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The Pakistan Bar Council said degrees of elected members, including Bhoon, were verified through relevant universities under the prescribed procedure. It said verification was conducted after the 2020 elections and again following the 2025 polls, with some previously verified degrees also sent to universities and the Higher Education Commission for rechecking. The clarification follows recent calls for lawyers’ degree verification. Read More…
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World champion Lando Norris believes McLaren can return to the podium at this week’s Singapore Grand Prix after difficult results in Malaysia and Azerbaijan. Norris has enjoyed strong results at Marina Bay, including a 2024 victory. He hopes recent work has resolved the team’s straight-line speed problems, while Singapore’s circuit may better suit McLaren’s strengths. Read More…
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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Ankara is assessing how it could help Saudi Arabia counter attacks from Yemen’s Houthis under the defence pact with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Military officials are examining possible contributions, particularly in air defence. Fidan stressed that the agreement is defensive and said preparations to send it to Turkey’s parliament for ratification have been completed. Read More…
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South Africa will be without fast bowler Kagiso Rabada for the first Test against Australia in Durban on Friday as he continues recovering from a hamstring injury. Captain Temba Bavuma said Rabada is expected to return for the second Test. South Africa will field two spinners, Simon Harmer and Keshav Maharaj, while Anrich Nortje returns to first-class cricket. Read More…
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UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has urged urgent action on climate finance, debt reform and cooperation over shared water resources at the UN General Assembly’s Second Committee. Deputy Permanent Representative Usman Jadoon called for tangible progress on global economic and development challenges. He sought a credible pathway to mobilise $300 billion in climate finance, including grants and concessional funding, while urging increased adaptation finance and adequate support for the Loss and Damage Fund. Read More…
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ISLAMABAD: Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah said on Wednesday that PTI could not pressure the government by creating political instability. He said the government remained open to dialogue but would not allow negotiations to become a tool for political demands. His remarks came after recent talks between the government and PTI ended in a deadlock, with the opposition demanding jailed founder Imran Khan’s inclusion in negotiations. Read More…
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