Shaheen Afridi headlines Pakistan stars in BBL 2025 draft

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi was the No.1 overall pick in the BBL draft 2025, highlighting a dominant presence of Pakistani players in this year’s overseas selections. Alongside Afridi, Haris Rauf and Mohammad Rizwan were also among the top picks, with a total of seven Pakistani cricketers securing deals across Big Bash League franchises. …

Karachi Records Pakistan’s First Congo Virus Death of 2025

A 42-year-old man died in Karachi after contracting the Congo virus, marking Pakistan’s first confirmed fatality from the disease in 2025. Health officials reported that the patient was admitted to a local hospital a day before his death. He had no recent travel history, suggesting local transmission. This case adds to the growing concern as …

Dar, Uzbek FM Coordinate Ahead of Key OIC Ministerial Summit

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke with Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov on Thursday to align positions on the upcoming OIC agenda. The discussion comes just days ahead of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) meeting in Istanbul, scheduled for Saturday. Focus on Regional Cooperation The …

Ex-Israeli Minister Threatens Pakistan’s Nuclear Program

A nuclear threat made by a former Israeli official has triggered widespread condemnation across Pakistan. Meir Masri, ex-Deputy Minister of Defence and senior Labour Party figure, posted a provocative statement on social media suggesting that Israel might target Pakistan’s nuclear programme following its conflict with Iran. Masri’s Statement Draws Criticism Masri wrote in Arabic and …

Pre-Monsoon Rains Set to Cool Heatwave as PMD Issues Advisory

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast pre-monsoon rains across several regions of the country, starting June 20 and continuing through June 23. This wet spell is expected to bring relief from the ongoing heatwave while posing risks of urban flooding and wind-related damage. Rainfall Likely Across Multiple Regions Moist air from the Arabian Sea …

Iran’s Foreign Minister Heads to Geneva for Nuclear Talks

As nuclear diplomacy regains urgency, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Thursday he will travel to Geneva for high-level talks with European counterparts. The meeting includes representatives from France, Germany, Britain, and the EU’s top diplomat. Talks aim to address Iran’s nuclear program, amid rising conflict with Israel. Missile Strikes Intensify The Geneva announcement …

Trump, Field Marshal Asim Munir Push for Peace Amid Iran-Israel Tensions

In a significant diplomatic move aimed at ensuring regional stability, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. The extended meeting focused on the escalating Iran-Israel conflict and reinforced bilateral cooperation. Meeting Highlights at the White House Held in the Cabinet Room over …

Pakistan Defends Iran’s Right to Self-Defence Under UN Charter

Pakistan has strongly reaffirmed Iran’s right to self-defence under the UN Charter, condemning Israeli military strikes as unlawful and provocative. The Foreign Office said Israel’s actions threaten regional peace and violate international norms. Violation of Sovereignty During his weekly media briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan condemned Israel’s aggression as …

SpaceX Megarocket Explodes During Test at Starbase

A dramatic Starship explosion rocked SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Texas late Wednesday night, marking another setback in Elon Musk’s ambitious mission to colonize Mars. Starship 36 experienced a “catastrophic failure” during a routine static fire test and exploded while still on the launch pad. Test Ends in Fireball The explosion occurred around 11:00pm local time …

Iranian Missile Hits Israeli Hospital Amid Escalating Conflict

A deadly missile strike by Iran has hit the Soroka Medical Centre in Beersheba, Israel, as fighting between the two countries stretches into its seventh day. Iran claimed it was targeting a nearby military site, but Israeli officials condemned the attack as deliberate, labeling it a war crime. Over 270 people were reported injured across …

Pakistan’s Best Hidden Travel Destinations

Pakistan is home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world. While destinations like Murree, Hunza, and Swat attract millions of tourists every year, the country also hides a wealth of lesser-known travel gems. These unexplored tourist spots offer raw beauty, peaceful surroundings, and cultural depth that remain untouched by commercialization. If you’re …

Israel’s Katz Calls for Khamenei’s Elimination as Official War Objective

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has openly declared the “elimination” of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as a key objective in Israel’s ongoing military campaign. His statement marks the first time a high-ranking Israeli official has explicitly named Khamenei as a direct target of the war. Speaking in response to Iran’s recent ballistic missile …

35 Gaza Ambulances Out of Service Amid Fuel Crisis

The Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) has confirmed that 35 of its ambulances are now out of service across Gaza due to severe fuel shortages, leaving only 21 vehicles operational to serve the entire war-torn region. The fuel crisis is crippling emergency medical services at a time when Israel’s bombardment and attacks on aid-seekers continue …

Ben-Gvir Urges Police Action Against Al Jazeera Viewers in Israel

Israel’s far-right National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has once again called for stringent measures against Al Jazeera, labeling the network a “threat to national security.” In a brief media appearance carried live by Al Jazeera Arabic and Al Jazeera Mubasher, Ben-Gvir reaffirmed the Israeli government’s hardline stance on the Qatari-owned broadcaster. He said, “Allowing Al …

Grand Ayatollah al-Sistani Warns Against Targeting Iranian Leadership

Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, Iraq’s highest Shia authority, issued a stark warning on Thursday, saying that any attempt to assassinate or target Iran’s top leadership would have “dire consequences on the region.” Speaking through a statement released by his office in Najaf, al-Sistani emphasized that Iran’s “supreme religious and political leadership” holds significant influence not …

Why Israel Wants US Bunker Busters to Hit Iran’s Fordow Nuclear Site

As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, US President Donald Trump signaled that Washington may shift its role from a defensive partner to a more direct military participant. Speaking from the White House South Lawn on Wednesday, Trump stated, “The next week is going to be big,” suggesting that critical decisions are pending. Trump revealed …

Iran Accuses UN Nuclear Watchdog of Complicity in Israeli Aggression

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Thursday strongly criticized International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi, accusing him of siding with Israel amid the ongoing conflict. Baghaei claimed the UN nuclear watchdog has become a “partner to an unjust war of aggression” that Israel has allegedly launched against Iran. Speaking during a …

KSE-100 Index Rebounds by 1,279 Points After Sharp Fall

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) showed strong signs of recovery on Thursday after two consecutive sessions of intense selling. The benchmark KSE-100 Index rebounded by 1,279.37 points, or 1.06%, hitting an intraday high of 121,745.30. The lowest point of the session was 121,103.35, still reflecting a solid gain of 637.42 points, or 0.53%, compared to …

Putin Refuses to Discuss Claims of US-Israel Plot to Kill Iran’s Khamenei

Russian President Vladimir Putin has firmly refused to engage in discussions about claims that Israel and the United States may attempt to kill Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Speaking to senior editors in St. Petersburg, Putin dismissed the topic outright when asked about recent comments by Israeli …

Field Marshal Asim Munir Meets Trump, Praises US Role in India-Pakistan Ceasefire

In a rare and highly significant diplomatic engagement, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday. During the extended luncheon meeting in the Cabinet Room, Field Marshal Munir praised Trump for his “constructive and result-oriented role” in facilitating a ceasefire between Pakistan …

“I May Do It, I May Not”: Trump Hints at Joining Israel’s War on Iran

As Israel intensifies its military campaign against Iran, US President Donald Trump has left the door open to American involvement. Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Trump delivered vague and provocative remarks, saying, “I may do it. I may not do it. Nobody knows what I’m going to do.” His ambiguity has sent shockwaves …

Missile Strikes Rock Central Israel: Buildings Damaged, Over Two Dozen Injured

Four separate missile impacts have been reported across central Israel, according to emergency services and local authorities. The affected areas include Gush Dan — the greater Tel Aviv region — where three of the missiles landed, and a fourth impact occurred near Soroka Hospital in the southern city of Be’er Sheva. Heavy damage has been …

Israel Strikes Near Iran’s Khondab Heavy-Water Facility

Iranian media reported on Thursday that Israel carried out airstrikes near the Khondab heavy-water research facility, a sensitive part of Iran’s nuclear program. The Iranian Student News Agency (ISNA) said the targeted area lies close to the nuclear site, previously known as the Arak reactor. Officials confirmed that the site had been evacuated ahead of …

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