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Turkey, Egypt FMs arrive in Islamabad for de-escalation talks

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s capital has become the focal point of intense diplomatic activity as top diplomats from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt arrive for consultations aimed at de‑escalating regional tensions, with a four‑party meeting scheduled to begin on March 29.   Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan landed in Islamabad on Sunday and was received by Syed Ali […]

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Pezeshkian warns neighbors: don’t aid Iran enemies

TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a sharp warning to neighboring countries, stating that regional security depends on them refusing to allow their territory to be used by Iran’s adversaries. The declaration comes amid a dramatic and violent escalation between Iran, the United States, and Israel, marked by high-profile assassinations and reciprocal military strikes.

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Afghan Taliban assurances questioned as TTP violence continues across Pakistan border

KABUL: The recent statements by Amir Khan Muttaqi, assuring that Afghan territory will not be used against Pakistan, are increasingly being challenged by developments on the ground, as violence linked to Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) continues to rise. In this regard, the security assessments indicate that the presence of TTP within Afghanistan remains not only intact

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Pakistan rejects Indian stance on Shia community, calls it “misleading”

Pakistan rejects Indian stance on Shia community, calls it “misleading”

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan firmly rejected concerns raised by India regarding the treatment of its Shia community, describing the statements as “cynical and diversionary” and an attempt to deflect attention from India’s own domestic issues. The response from the Foreign Office (FO) came a day after India’s Ministry of External Affairs commented on statements attributed to Chief

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Iranian President Praises Pakistan’s Peace Efforts in Call with PM Shehbaz

Iranian President Praises Pakistan’s Peace Efforts in Call with PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held an hour-long phone call on Saturday, focusing on the escalating regional conflict and efforts to find a diplomatic solution, officials said. Shehbaz Sharif condemned continued Israeli strikes on Iran, including recent attacks on civilian infrastructure. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s support and expressed solidarity with the

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Pakistan to Host Talks on Iran War with Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Egypt

Pakistan to Host Talks on Iran War with Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Egypt

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will host high-level talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt starting Sunday, as diplomatic efforts intensify to address the ongoing Middle East conflict, the Foreign Ministry said. Foreign ministers Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Hakan Fidan, and Badr Abdelatty will visit Islamabad from March 29 to 30 at the invitation of Deputy Prime

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Trump Pauses Strikes on Iran’s Energy Sites for 10 Days

Trump Pauses Strikes on Iran’s Energy Sites for 10 Days

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said the United States has paused strikes on Iran’s energy facilities for 10 days, citing a request from Tehran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said operations targeting energy plants would remain suspended until Monday, April 6, 2026. He said ongoing talks with Iran were progressing in a “very good”

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Washington Confirms Pakistan Mediation in US‑Iran Talks

Washington Confirms Pakistan Mediation in US‑Iran Talks

WASHINGTON: The United States has confirmed Pakistan’s mediating role in the Washington backchannel talks with Iran. The US Cabinet on Thursday confirmed Pakistan role as a mediator. Earlier today, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that the US and Iran were engaged in indirect talks through Islamabad, reaffirming his country’s commitment to

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