Naveed Siddiqui

Qureshi underscores 'importance of de-escalation' in phone call with Ukrainian FM Kuleba

Conveys Pakistan’s belief that disputes should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. Published 27 Feb, 2022 07:22pm

FO advises Pakistani students in Ukraine to reach Ternopil for evacuation

"Trains are functioning and tickets are available from Kharkiv to Lviv/ Ternopil," FO spokesperson says. Updated 26 Feb, 2022 07:14am

Security forces kill 6 terrorists in North Waziristan operation: ISPR

Killed militants were involved in terrorist activities against security forces, target killings and kidnappings, ISPR says. Published 24 Feb, 2022 08:31pm

Energy cooperation in focus during PM Imran's meeting with Russian President Putin

PMO says PM Imran "regretted" latest situation between Russia and Ukraine, stressed that conflict was not in anyone's interest. Updated 25 Feb, 2022 02:26pm

Pervez Khattak dubs opposition's no-trust move plans 'drama', says nothing of the sort will happen

"They (the opposition) are only deceiving people," he says, accuses opposition parties of horse-trading. Published 23 Feb, 2022 10:20pm

10 terrorists killed in Balochistan operation to apprehend ‘externally sponsored enemies’: ISPR

Says the militants were involved in recent firing incidents and attacks on security forces in Turbat and Pasni. Published 23 Feb, 2022 08:54pm

Officer martyred during clearance operation in Balochistan's Kohlu district: ISPR

Operations to eliminate terrorists will continue, they will not be allowed to sabotage hard-earned peace, ISPR says. Published 21 Feb, 2022 11:01pm

PM Imran to leave for two-day Russia visit on Wednesday

Visit comes at a time when tensions in region are high with the US and European powers fearing Russia may invade Ukraine. Updated 21 Feb, 2022 09:48pm

In phone call with German FM, Qureshi discusses Ukraine situation

German FM appreciates Pakistan for help in evacuations from Afghanistan; Qureshi invites her to Pakistan. Published 21 Feb, 2022 03:56pm

5 terrorists killed, soldier martyred during North Waziristan IBO: ISPR

Terrorists were involved in terrorist activities against security forces, target killing and kidnapping for ransom: ISPR. Published 20 Feb, 2022 07:51pm

President promulgates ordinance to regulate social media as minister warns against indulging in 'fake news'

Law minister says the crime of spreading fake news will now be a non-bailable offence with imprisonment of up to six months. Updated 20 Feb, 2022 09:51pm

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates meets PM Imran on first-ever visit to Pakistan

Gates visits NCOC, expresses interest in various initiatives taken by forum; president confers Hilal-i-Pakistan on philanthropist. Updated 18 Feb, 2022 07:43am

Six terrorists killed in exchange of fire near Balochistan's Buleda area: ISPR

Killed terrorists were involved in recent attacks on security forces in the province's Kech district, ISPR says. Updated 16 Feb, 2022 10:45pm

NCOC eases Covid curbs in cities with positivity rate of less than 10pc

Restrictions will remain in place in six cities with a positivity rate of more than 10pc, including Karachi and Hyderabad. Published 15 Feb, 2022 04:23pm

Afghans protest US order to give $3.5bn to 9/11 victims, central banks demands reversal of decision

Pakistan says utilisation of Afghan assets should be the sovereign decision of Afghanistan. Updated 12 Feb, 2022 09:11pm

'Unwarranted and preposterous': Islamabad rejects India's reaction to Pak-China joint statement

Says New Delhi's claim over IoK is "baseless", highlights that there's "irrefutable evidence" of India's designs to sabotage CPEC. Published 10 Feb, 2022 04:27pm

'Reprehensible act': Pakistan summons Indian envoy over hijab ban in Karnataka schools

Calls on international community to take notice of the "worrying level of Islamophobia in India". Published 09 Feb, 2022 10:28pm

PM Imran concludes 4-day Beijing visit after meeting Chinese president

Says rapid militarisation of India is undermining regional stability; FM Qureshi meets Chinese counterpart. Updated 07 Feb, 2022 07:23am

Pakistan 'strongly condemns' use of Afghan soil by terrorists after 5 soldiers martyred in Kurram

ISPR says troops were fired on by terrorists in Afghanistan, "befitting" response given. Updated 07 Feb, 2022 07:27am

US govt has conveyed its agrément to new envoy's appointment: FO spokesperson

Masood Khan will "assume his responsibilities in Washington, DC in due course of time," spokesperson says. Published 05 Feb, 2022 08:20pm