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US, Iran set for high-stakes nuclear talks in Geneva as threat of war looms

US, Iran set for high-stakes nuclear talks in Geneva as threat of war looms

GENEVA: The US and Iran hold indirect talks in Geneva on Tuesday aimed at resolving their long-running nuclear dispute, with little clear indication of compromise as Washington masses a battle force in the region. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will take part in the negotiations, which are being mediated by Oman, a source briefed on the matter told Reuters, alongside Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. US President Donald Trump said that he would be involved “indirectly” in the Geneva talks and that he believed Tehran wanted to makeRead More


Weather turns pleasant as parts of Karachi receive hail, rain

Weather turns pleasant as parts of Karachi receive hail, rain

KARACHI, FEB 17: The weather took a pleasant turn in Karachi as different parts of the city received fresh spell of rain accompanied by strong winds on Tuesday. Areas to witness moderate to light rain include Gulistan-e-Johar, Scheme 33, North Nazimabad, Orangi Town, SITE Area and Buffer zone. Moreover, showers were reported from University Road as well. Reports of hail pouring with rain were received from Scheme 33 and surrounding areas. Later, it stopped raining in Nazimabad and nearby areas. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said that rain is likelyRead More


OGDC, SNF sign deal for Pakistani Oil field revival

OGDC, SNF sign deal for Pakistani Oil field revival

Project Estimated to Generate USD 460 Million in Revenue Through Enhanced Oil and Gas Production ISLAMABAD, FEB 17: /DNA/ – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDC), Pakistan’s leading exploration and production company, on Tuesday signed a landmark contract with SNF S.A., a French specialty chemical company and world leader in polyacrylamide production, for the installation and operation of advanced Water Injection Systems (WIS) at its Kunnar and Pasakhi oil fields located in Hyderabad district, Sindh. The signing ceremony was held at the OGDC Head Office in Islamabad, marking aRead More


12 India-backed terrorists killed, 11 security personnel martyred in Bajaur attack

12 India-backed terrorists killed, 11 security personnel martyred in Bajaur attack

ISLAMABAD: At least 12 terrorists belonging to an India-backed proxy were killed while 11 security personnel embraced martyrdom in a terrorist attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. Detailing the event, the military’s media wing said that a cowardly terrorist attack was attempted on a joint checkpost of the security forces and law enforcement agencies (LEAs). “The assailants sought to breach the checkpost security; however, their nefarious designs were swiftly and decisively foiled by the vigilant and resolute response of Pakistan’s security forces,”Read More


Macron eyes Rafale fighter jet deal in India

Macron eyes Rafale fighter jet deal in India

The visit follows New Delhi’s confirmation last week that it intends to place a major order for Rafale jets, as well as the signing of a landmark free trade agreement between India and the European Union in January DNA NEW DELHI: French President Emmanuel Macron began a three-day visit to India on Tuesday, with talks focused on artificial intelligence cooperation and a potential multibillion-dollar Dassault Rafale fighter jet deal. France is seeking to expand its military partnership with New Delhi, with discussions expected on a potential contract for 114 additionalRead More