Monday, September 6th, 2021
Libya releases son of former leader Gaddafi
In Libya, the authorities released Saadi Gaddafi, a son of the former leader Muammar Gaddafi. Saadi Gaddafi fled for Niger during the NATO-backed uprising, but was extradited to Libya in 2014 and has been imprisoned since then in Tripoli.
Experts call for an effective UN role in providing technical assistance to Afghanistan
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 6 (DNA) – A webinar was recently held discussing the US withdrawal from Afghanistan and the geopolitical implications for the region and Pakistan. The panelists included Ambassador Najmuddin A. Sheikh and Lt. General Naeem Khalid Lodhi. Ambassador Ghulam Rasool Baluch was the moderator. The panelists deliberated upon what geopolitical implications will surface for the South Asian region and Pakistan in the days following the US withdrawal. The webinar was organized by The Global and Regional Studies Centre, IoBM, Karachi. Amb. Sheikh said that the Taliban are engaged inRead More
Italian FM in Islamabad to hold talks on evolving situation in Afghanistan
Islamabad : Italian Foreign Minister, Luigi Di Maio is in Islamabad on a two-day official visit, to hold talks with Pakistani leadership on evolving situation in Afghanistan. According to a Foreign Office statement, Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and his Italian will exchange views on the latest developments in Afghanistan. Matters pertaining to bilateral relations will also be part of the parleys. Pakistan and Italy enjoy cordial relations, bilaterally as well as in the context of European Union and multilateral fora. The two sides closely coordinate on the issue ofRead More
Defence and Martyrs Day of Pakistan commemorated in Turkey
ANKARA, SEPT 6 (DNA) – Pakistan Embassy Ankara organized an event to mark the Defence & Martyrs Day Pakistan. In his remarks, Ambassador of Pakistan to Turkey, Mr. Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi, highlighted the significance of the Defence & Martyrs Day. He said that on 6 September 1965, Pakistan’s valiant Armed Forces and the entire nation stood united to defend Pakistan and defeat an adversary much bigger than its size. “Defence is a concept which is not just fighting in the field but also making sure that those who are fightingRead More
No Sarfaraz, Malik as Pakistan announced T20 World Cup squad
LAHORE : Veteran wicket-keeper Sarfaraz Ahmed and middle-order batsman Shoaib Malik were failed to make their place in Pakistan’s squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. National chief selector Mohammad Wasim announced a 15-member squad for home T20Is against New Zealand, England, and T20 World Cup in the UAE. Babar Azam-led Pakistan welcomed Asif Ali and Khushdil Shah for the mega event. The other squad members include Shadab Khan, Mohammad Rizwan, Azam Khan, Mohammad Hafeez, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Nawaz, Sohaib Maqsood, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Hasan Ali, Haris Rauf, Shaheen ShahRead More
Criminals’ pilferage Pak concerns genuine, says: Zabihullah
Those who have valid documents such pas passports etc, are allowed to cross over adding a system is proper checks and balances is direly needed DNA News Agency KABUL: The spokesperson of the Taliban Zabihullah Mujahid has made it clear that all efforts shall be made to stop sneaking of criminals into the neighboring countries for Afghanistan adding the Northern Alliance leaders have fled to Tajikistan and therefore Taliban are in full control of Panjshir now. He expressed these views during a news conference on Monday. Regarding a question aboutRead More