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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

Opposition Alliance Forms Committee for Proposed Multi-Party Moot

Tehreek-i-Tahafuz-i-Ayin-i-Pakistan (TTAP) on Sunday formed a six-member committee to consult political parties and build consensus on the agenda for a proposed multi-party conference. The committee includes opposition leaders from PTI and other parties. It will coordinate consultations and discuss issues including new provinces, law and order, the economy and a broader political way forward. Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

Netanyahu says Iran will be at top of agenda during his meeting with Trump 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran will be at the top of the agenda when he meets US President Donald Trump in Washington, DC, later today, Al Jazeera reported. “In our meeting, we will discuss all the issues on the table with Iran at the forefront,” Netanyahu said on X. “Our goal is clear: to safeguard Israel’s security, strengthen its power, and expand the circle of peace around us.” Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem stresses Lebanese agenda amid domestic criticism

As Israel unleashes widespread destruction across Lebanon, many of Hezbollah’s critics have accused the group of dragging the country into another unnecessary war to the benefit of Iran. Qassem had that audience in mind when he spoke today. He stressed that while responding to the killing of Iran’s Ali Khamenei was one of the reasons for Hezbollah’s attack against Israel, the main concern has been protecting Lebanon against near-daily Israeli abuses. The Hezbollah chief cited his previous warnings that the group’s patience against Israeli attacks that had gone without response… Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in World

South Africa 'suspicious' over 'agenda to cleanse Palestinians out of Gaza': FM 

The arrival in South Africa of 153 Palestinians on a plane last week was "suspicious" and indicated "a clear agenda to cleanse Palestinians out of Gaza and the West Bank," said foreign minister. The group arrived on a chartered flight and without departure stamps from Israel on their passports. "We are suspicious as a South African government about the circumstances surrounding the arrival of the plane," Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola said, adding: "This is a clear agenda to cleanse Palestinians out of Gaza and the West Bank." Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Politics

PM Sharif directs formulation of roadmap to boost trade, investment

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed authorities to develop a comprehensive roadmap and a reform agenda with practical projects to promote investment and trade in all key sectors. Chairing a high-level meeting on enhancing investment volume, economic and trade activities in Pakistan, the premier emphasised that agriculture, IT, minerals, tourism, and renewable energy were important sectors that could attract foreign investment. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Pakistan reaffirms commitment to economic cooperation under SCO: Aurangzeb

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb has reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s (SCO) economic cooperation agenda, a statement from the Finance Division said on Tuesday. The minister virtually addressed the meeting of SCO Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors held in Beijing, saying he was unable to attend due to the ongoing annual budget session in Pakistan. In his address, the finance minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s dedication to the vision and principles of the SCO. “He emphasised that the SCO is an essential platform for… Read More…

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Hafsa Mustafa Posted in Politics

PTI leadership meets CJP, raises issues faced by PTI founder

The leadership of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Friday met the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi to provide input on the reform agenda. The Chief Justice invited the Opposition leadership in the Parliament, as part of his endeavors to take wider stakeholders consultation on the reform agenda, said a press release issued by Supreme Court. The PTI leadership met the Chief Justice at his residence and the meeting lasted for two hours. The Chief Justice welcomed the PTI delegation and apprised them of the planned meeting of the National… Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Syria’s UN envoy accuses Israel of ‘occupation agenda’

Syria’s UN envoy called on the Security Council to take immediate action to halt Israeli incursions on Syrian territory, urging the body to fulfil its mandate of maintaining international peace and security. Qusay Al Dahhak criticised Israel for exploiting Syria’s transitional period to advance its “occupation agenda” and demanded an end to Israeli occupation of Syrian territories. “What we need is an end of the Israeli aggressions on Syria. We need Israeli incursion on our territories in Al Quneitra and Jabal Elsheikh to be withdrawn,” Mr Al Dahhak said. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in Uncategorized

Escalating Middle East conflict to top EU-GCC summit agenda

The escalating conflict in Gaza and Lebanon, along with the risk of a broader regional war, will be high on the agenda when European leaders meet their GCC counterparts on Wednesday. Energy, migration, and the war in Ukraine will also be discussed during the gathering in Brussels. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia is among leaders from six Gulf countries expected to attend this inaugural summit with EU leaders. The event will be co-hosted by Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim, President of the GCC, and European Council President Charles… Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Borrell calls for EU sanctions against Israel

The EU's foreign policy chief has said sanctions against Israel "must be on the EU agenda" after comments from government ministers calling for aid and fuel for civilians to be cut off. Josep Borrell says the Israeli government should "unequivocally distance itself" from comments made by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, described by Mr Borrell as incitement to war crimes. Read More…

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