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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Swiss voters weigh future of country’s neutrality

Swiss voters went to the polls Sunday on a proposal seeking to strengthen the country’s traditional neutrality by defining it more strictly in the constitution. The initiative, backed by the pro-sovereignty Pro Switzerland group, would require neutrality to remain armed and permanent while limiting military alliances. Supporters say it would protect Switzerland’s long-standing position, while opponents argue it could restrict foreign policy options and closer cooperation with NATO. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

Nauman Mahmood Takes Key Role in Defence Alliance

Retired Lieutenant General Nauman Mahmood has been appointed the first secretary general of the Makkah Defence Alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. He will lead its secretariat in Riyadh as the alliance develops its institutional structure. A former corps commander, intelligence official and National Defence University president, Mahmood brings extensive experience in military strategy and security affairs. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Pakistan Names First Makkah Defence Alliance Chief

Pakistan has appointed retired Lieutenant General Nauman Mahmood as the first secretary general of the Makkah Defence Alliance involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. He will head the alliance’s secretariat in Riyadh for an initial three-year term. The agreement provides for member states to regard an attack on one member as an attack on all, strengthening collective defence cooperation. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Saudi Aramco sold 60 million barrels for loading via ship-to-ship transfer: UK media outlet

Saudi Arabia has sold about 60 million barrels of crude from its Gulf port of Ras Tanura for loading via ship-to-ship transfer at the Omani port of Sohar this month and next, Reuters has reported, quoting multiple trade sources. The partial rebound in state oil company Saudi Aramco’s exports from within the Gulf has cooled global oil prices, raising hopes it could make up for some of the volume lost at its Red Sea port of Yanbu, where exports slowed after the East-West pipeline was attacked. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Bayeux Tapestry Draws Crowds at British Museum

LONDON: Visitors have flocked to the British Museum to see the Bayeux Tapestry, describing the experience as magical and remarkable. The 1,000-year-old embroidery, depicting the Norman conquest of England, is being displayed in London for the first time since the 11th century. The exhibition has sold out, sparking widespread public interest and a Bayeux-themed craze across Britain. Read More…

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Everton snatch late draw to frustrate Manchester United

Ainsley Maitland-Niles marked his Everton debut in dramatic fashion, scoring a stunning 96th-minute strike to earn a 2-2 draw against Manchester United on Sunday. Bryan Mbeumo gave United an early second-half lead before Tyrique George equalised for Everton. Benjamin Sesko’s header appeared to secure victory for United, but Maitland-Niles struck late to rescue the hosts. The result adds pressure on United’s defence after another shaky performance. Read More…

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Kim Kardashian, Kanye West reunite for family milestone

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West attended daughter North West’s first headline concert at Chicago’s Vic Theatre on Saturday, showing support despite watching from separate sides of the venue. Kardashian shared moments with fans on Instagram, while West attended during his Chicago performances. The concert came after North’s planned tour with Molly Santana was cancelled in August. North had promised fans a special project following the cancellation. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

Doubt cast on Bessent’s claim that EU has joined US economic campaign against Iran

Reports suggest that the European Union has only endorsed Washington’s economic campaign against Iran and is yet to officially join, despite the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent saying it already has. “The EU welcomes efforts at ensuring that Iran ceases its destabilising activities and engages in peace negotiations with good faith, also through additional economic pressure, including through the US led Operation Economic Outcast,” said a statement on Monday. Bessent thanked the EU for joining the economic campaign, saying that the world was “sending a clear message to Iran”. Read More…

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Alina Hashmi Posted in World

UN Special Rapporteur praises Luxembourg’s non-renewal of Israel Bonds authorisation

Luxembourg’s financial regulator, the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), did not renew its authorisation for the issuance of Israel Bonds after it expired on Monday, leaving Israel with an uncertain path to raise capital from investors in European markets. Francesca Albanese, the United Nations special rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories, welcomed the move on social media, calling it “an excellent step toward compliance with international law” and crediting “the civil society that has long campaigned for this”. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Entertainment

European Film Festival Expands Its Pakistan Tour

The European Film Festival (EUFF) is returning to Pakistan this month for its fifth edition, with screenings planned in Islamabad, Sialkot and Jamshoro. Organised by the European Union delegation, the festival will run from September 12 to 30. Islamabad’s PNCA will host the opening, followed by venues in Sialkot and Jamshoro. The programme is expected to feature European films, including features and shorts, alongside cultural activities and interactive events for audiences. Read More…

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