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Senior Russian military officer killed in Moscow terrorist attack

MOSCOW, DEC 17 /DNA/ – A terrorist attack in Moscow has claimed the life of Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, a high-ranking official in the Russian Armed Forces, along with his driver. Lieutenant General Kirillov, who served as the head of the radiation, chemical, and biological protection troops, was killed in a targeted explosion. The incident marks a significant loss for the Russian military’s specialized defense capabilities. The attack occurred in Moscow, resulting in the immediate deaths of General Kirillov and his driver. Preliminary information suggests this was a deliberate andRead More


Ambassador Jemal presents his credentials to President of Kyrgyz Republic

Ambassador Jemal presents his credentials to President of Kyrgyz Republic

BISHKEK, DEC 17 /DNA/ -Jemal Beker Abdula, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) Designated to Kyrgyzstan with residence in Islamabad formally presented his credentials to H.E. Sadyr Zhaparov, President of the Kyrgyz Republic, on 17th December, 2024. Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker, who is currently in Bishkek on a working visit, presented his credentials to the President during a ceremony held at the President House. Last week, the Ambassador also presented his credentials to the Speaker of the Parliament of Turkmenistan. With residence in Islamabad,Read More


US ambassador launches Lincoln Corner at Quaid-e-Azam library in Lahore

US ambassador launches Lincoln Corner at Quaid-e-Azam library in Lahore

LAHORE, DEC 17 /DNA/ – U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome today officially opened the Lincoln Corner at the historic Quaid-e-Azam Library, marking a significant milestone in U.S.-Pakistan cultural diplomacy and educational cooperation. Located in the iconic Bagh-e-Jinnah, the new Lincoln Corner represents a strategic initiative to foster understanding and mutual respect between the people of the United States and Pakistan. The library, a center of knowledge and culture in the heart of Lahore, will now offer enhanced resources for Pakistan’s youth. “As we stand in this historic space, we embark onRead More


Canada deputy PM quits in tariff rift with Trudeau

Canada deputy PM quits in tariff rift with Trudeau

                OTTAWA, DEC 17 (AFP/APP): Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland quit Monday in a surprise move after disagreeing with Justin Trudeau over US President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threats.                   The resignation of Freeland, 56, who also stepped down as finance minister, marked the first open dissent against Prime Minister Trudeau from within his cabinet, and may threaten his hold on power.                   Liberal leader Trudeau lags 20 points in polls behind his main rival, Conservative Pierre Poilievre, who has tried three times since September to topple the government andRead More


Diplomatic Milestone: Japan, Pakistan sign grants for social welfare and infrastructure development

Diplomatic Milestone: Japan, Pakistan sign grants for social welfare and infrastructure development

ISLAMABAD, DEC 17 /DNA/ – The Government of Japan decided to provide grant of 1.503 billion JPY (approx. USD 9.91 million) for the Project for the Recovery of Maternal and Child Health Equipment in Flood-Affected and Surrounding Areas in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and 2.831 billion JPY (approx. USD 18.67 million) for The Project for Flood Management Enhancement in the Indus Basin under Grant in Aid assistance. The Exchange of Notes was signed and exchanged between Mr. TAKANO Shuichi, Charge d’ Affairs ad interim of Japan and Dr. Kazim Niaz, Secretary ofRead More


Romina lauds World Bank for fostering more resilient future for Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, DEC 17 (APP/DNA):Country Director for Pakistan, South Asia Region, Najy Benhassine called on Coordinator to Prime Minister on Climate Change, Romina Khurshid Alam and discussed various matters of bilateral interest and cooperation for building Pakistan’s climate resilience though various measures on Tuesday. In the high-level meeting between two sides focused on discussing the country’s increasing climate vulnerability and the urgent need for enhanced cooperation to address the challenges posed by climate change. Both sides agreed to work jointly to invest in various climate-vulnerable sectors, particularly agriculture, water, energy, floodwaterRead More