Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Pakistan Army ‘responds fiercely’ to unprovoked Afghan aggression in Kurram
KURRAM, OCT 14: Afghan Taliban and Fitna al-Khawarij opened unprovoked fire on Pakistani positions along the border in Kurram district, security sources said on Tuesday. According to the sources, Pakistani troops gave a strong and immediate response, targeting the firing positions of the Afghan Taliban and Fitna-e-Khawarij with intense retaliatory fire. The exchange inflicted severe damage on multiple Taliban posts, while flames were seen rising from their positions, the sources added. The sources further confirmed that a Taliban tank was destroyed in the counter-fire, forcing the attackers to abandon theirRead More
Pakistan Embassy in Hungary holds an Art Exhibition in Budapest
BUDAPEST, Oct 14 (APP/DNA):The Embassy of Pakistan in Hungary, in collaboration with the National Library of Foreign Literature organised an Art Exhibition titled “Allure of the East: Interpreting Tradition”. The opening ceremony was held on 13 October 2025. The exhibition showcased the work of 20 Pakistan visual artists, exposing the dialogue between the traditions and modernity in Pakistani art. Ms. Sundas Azfer was the Curator of the Art Exhibition, according to a press release issued on Tuesday. A number of diplomats and Hungarian officials and art lovers attended the openingRead More
Gillani reaffirms Pakistan’s unwavering support for Palestinian statehood
ISLAMABAD, OCT 14 /DNA/ – The Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Pakistan, Dr. Zuhair Mohammad, held an important meeting with Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan, His Excellency Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani, at the Senate Chairman’s residence. During the meeting, Ambassador Zuhair expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s consistent and unwavering support for Palestine at all international forums. He praised Pakistan’s principled stance and the deep-rooted relationship between the two brotherly nations. Senate Chairman Gillani, a historic figure in Pakistan’s political leadership with vast diplomatic experience, reaffirmed Pakistan’s firm positionRead More
Moscow calls for Kabul, Islamabad to show restraint
MOSCOW, OCT 14 /DNA/ – Russia’s Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova’s comment regarding the escalation on the Afghan-Pakistani border We have been following with concern the reports of a new escalation along the Afghan-Pakistani border on October 10–11. Kabul and Islamabad have provided differing interpretations of the nature of the clashes and the reasons behind the escalation. Exchanges of airstrikes and gunfire have effectively spread across the entire border area, including the Pashtun tribal belt. There have been casualties among military personnel on both sides. According to the latest information,Read More
Thrilling Pakistan–India clash ends in 3-3 draw at Sultan of Johor Cup 2025
JOHOR BAHRU, OCT 14 /DNA/ – In a high-intensity encounter at the 13th Sultan of Johor Cup 2025, traditional rivals Pakistan and India played out a thrilling 3–3 draw, showcasing exceptional skill and determination from both sides. Pakistan’s goals were all scored through penalty corners. Team captain Hanan Shahid opened the scoring in the 5th minute, followed by Muhammad Sufyan Khan, who netted goals in the 39th and 55th minutes. India responded with goals from Arjit, Anand, and Manmeet Singh, contributing one goal each. India was awarded a penalty strokeRead More
Foreign Secretary briefs diplomats on recent Pak-Afghan border issues
ISLAMABAD, OCT 14 /DNA/ – Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch briefed the resident ambassadors of various countries in Islamabad today on the recent developments along the Pakistan-Afghan border. She underscored Pakistan’s legitimate security concerns and its unwavering resolve to protect its territorial integrity and national security.