Tuesday, September 7th, 2021
Experts hold discussion on Afghan Peace Process, highlight Russia’s Role in Afghanistan
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 7 (DNA) – The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) had a Panel Discussion on ‘Conversations on the evolving situation in Afghanistan: Russia’s Role in Afghanistan,’ fifth in a series of conversations CAMEA is having on Afghanistan – under its Conversations on the evolving situation Afghan series. The distinguished speakers included: Ambassador Omar Samad, Nonresident Senior Fellow Atlantic Council; Dr. Alexander A. Kornilov, Prof. Dr. at Lobachevsky State University of Nizhni Novgorod, Head of Region Studies of ForeignRead More
Scotland to hold independence vote by end-2023, says first minister
Scotland’s first minister reiterated on Tuesday that she aims to hold a public vote on independence from the UK by the end of 2023. Announcing her government program, Nicola Sturgeon said independence is on top of her agenda, but there will be no referendum bill debate in the Scottish parliament this year. She said the Scottish government will now restart work on a detailed prospectus which will be presented to voters if there is a referendum campaign. Speaking at the Scottish Parliament in the capital Edinburgh, Sturgeon said “as weRead More
Taliban invite six int’l partners for oath taking ceremony of their newly formed govt in Kabul
By Ali FurqanISLAMABAD, SEPT 7 (DNA) – Taliban have invited their six international partners including Pakistan to participate in the oath taking ceremony of their newly formed government, it is learnt by Islamabad Post. According to sources, China, Russia, Turkey, Iran Qatar and Pakistan are invited to attend the inaugural ceremony, paving way by the Talibans as a first step into foreign policy formulation.Glimpsing their geopolitical alignment, Taliban extended invitations to these six countries to attend the oath taking ceremony even before the announcement of the new government in Kabul. The governmentRead More
Pakistan Army announces new postings and appointments
RAWALPINDI, SEPT 7 (DNA) – The Pakistan Army on Tuesday announced new postings and appointments. Lieutenant General Sahir Shamshad Mirza posted Commander Rawalpindi Corps, Lieutenant General Muhammad Chiragh Haider Commander Multan Corps. Lieutenant General Azhar Abbas appointed Chief of General Staff, Lieutenant General Muhammad Waseem Ashraf appointed Director General Joint Staff Headquarters.
Taliban announce interim government; Mohammad Hasan Akhund to be PM, Baradar deputy PM
KABUL, SEPT 7: Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid on Tuesday announced members of the “acting” government, saying that it will be led by Mohammad Hasan Akhund while the group’s co-founder Abdul Ghani Baradar will be the deputy Afghan leader. Taliban’s deputy leader Sirajuddin Haqqani will be the acting interior minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi will be the acting foreign minister, political chief Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai will be the acting deputy foreign minister and Mullah Yaqoob will be the acting defence minister, he announced during a press conference in Kabul. The headsRead More
Tribute paid to Rashid Minhas on Air Force Day
ISLAMABAD, SEP 07 (DNA) – A tribute has been paid to Pakistan’s national hero, Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas Shaheed in connection with the Air Force Day Tuesday. According to details, Air Vice Marshal Zaeem Afzal and Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar laid floral wreath at the grave of Rashid Minhas.The martyred pilot’s brother Anjum Minhas was also present on the occasion. Rashid, who was born on February 17 1951, remains the youngest officer to receive the Nishan-e-Haider award and was the first recipient of the highest honour of gallantryRead More