Friday, November 21st, 2025
Trump’s Ukraine-Russia Peace Gamble
By Qamar Bashir Since the beginning of his presidential campaign, Donald Trump repeatedly declared that he alone could stop the Russia-Ukraine war “within 24 hours.” He spoke with confidence, even certainty, that his personal rapport with President Vladimir Putin, combined with his ability to “make deals,” would secure a swift end to Europe’s bloodiest conflict since World War II. Trump openly expressed frustration, dismay, and even embarrassment over the continuation of the war and insisted that had he been in office earlier, he would have prevented the escalation altogether. ThroughoutRead More
LHC orders crackdown on smoke-emitting vehicles
LAHORE, Nov 21 (APP/DNA): The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday lauded the preservation of historical heritage under the Neela Gumbad project, terming it a positive development. The court also directed authorities to intensify action against vehicles emitting smoke on city roads.Justice Shahid Karim was hearing petitions, filed by citizen Haroon Farooq and others concerning environmental pollution and civic issues.During the proceedings, the court observed that Bahawalpur was currently recording the highest Air Quality Index (AQI) in the province, primarily due to heavy traffic. “Smoke-emitting vehicles are still visible onRead More
Oman ushers in new chapter, celebrating its glorious national day
MUSCAT, 18 Nov: The Sultanate of Oman will markthis Thursday its Glorious National Day, commemorating the Al BusaidiState Foundation Day on 20 Novembereach year. This historic occasion embodies the patriotic spirit of this blessed nation’s people as they advance with renewed determination to build their homeland under the leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. The profound pride of the nation’s Monarch in the people of Oman reflects the deep unity between the Leader and his loyal citizens. This national cohesion represents a fundamental element in the success ofRead More
Commitment to deepen bilateral ties reiterated at Austrian National Day event
KARACHI, NOV 21 /DNA/ – The commitment to bolster Pakistan-Austria bilateral relations was reiterated at a reception held here to celebrate Austrian National Day and welcome new ambassador of Republic of Austria Wolfgang Oliver Kutschera. Federal Minister for Investment Qaisar Ahmed Sheikh, Sindh Governor Kamran Khan Tessori, Speaker Sindh Assembly Awais Qadir Shah, Consul Generals of various countries and dignitaries from political, business, diplomatic and social circles participated in the event. The event, hosted by Dr. Hussain Islam, Honorary Consul of Austria in Karachi, highlighted bilateral cooperation, cultural ties andRead More
National day of Oman celebrated
ISLAMABAD, NOV 21 /DNA/ – On the auspicious occasion of the Sultanate of Oman’s National Day, His Excellency Fahad Sulaiman Khalaf Al Kharusi, the Ambassador of Oman to Pakistan, has extended warm greetings and lauded the “excellent, close, warm, brotherly, and cordial” relations between the two nations. In his message, Ambassador Al Kharusi emphasized that the day marks the Renewed Renaissance of Oman under the wise leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. He highlighted His Majesty’s constant quest to advance Oman’s modern cultural and economic status and hisRead More
Security forces kill 13 Indian-backed terrorists in KP: ISPR
RAWALPINDI, NOV 21: /DNA/ – Thirteen khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy Fitna Al Khwarij were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. On reported presence of Khwarij, a joint intelligence based operation was conducted by the Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies in general area Paharkhel, Lakki Marwat District. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the khwarij location and after an intense fire exchange, ten khwarij were sent to hell. Another intelligence based operation was conducted in Dera Ismail Khan District. In ensuing fire exchange,Read More