Friday, March 27th, 2026
Germany says Russia providing intel to Iran
MOSCOW, MAR 27 /DNA/ – German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that Russia is helping Iran identify potential strike targets. This aligns with earlier US intelligence reports (from early March) indicating Moscow has shared information on American warships, aircraft, and other military assets in the region to aid Iranian retaliatory strikes. US officials described it as the first clear sign of direct Russian involvement in the conflict, though they noted no evidence that Russia is directing specific Iranian actions. Iran’s Foreign Minister has publicly confirmed ongoing military cooperation with RussiaRead More
Marri slams Imran Khan’s son over ‘irresponsible’ remarks on GSP plus
ISLAMABAD, Mar 27 (APP/DNA): Central Information Secretary of Pakistan Peoples Party, Shazia Marri Friday strongly criticized the son of former prime minister Imran Khan for giving an“irresponsible and regrettable” remarks regarding Pakistan’s European Union GSP Plus status. In a statement, Marri said that treating a sensitive issue like GSP Plus in a casual or non-serious manner was against Pakistan’s national interest. She said that such statements could adversely affect the country’s exports and undermine its global reputation at a time when economic stability remains a top priority. “National interest andRead More
Early detection key as childhood heart issues increase, awareness crucial
ISLAMABAD, Mar 27: Executive Director of the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) in Karachi, Professor Dr. Tahir Saghir Friday stressed the urgent need for early checkups and healthy lifestyle habits to protect children’s hearts, highlighting that NICVD provides advanced paediatric cardiac care, including critical surgeries and interventional procedures to ensure even the youngest hearts grow strong and healthy. While speaking to a local media channel, Dr Tahir Saghir explained we also offer advanced pediatric cardiac surgery services at National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, providing specialized care even for newbornsRead More
RCCI President attends US–Pakistan symposium at Capitol Hill
RAWALPINDI, MAR 27 /DNA/ – President Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI), Usman Shaukat, led a business delegation to attend the symposium “US and Pakistan: Past, Present, and Future” held at Capitol Hill. The event was organized by the Congressional Pakistan Caucus under the Chatham House Rule and co-chaired by Representatives Tom Suozzi and Jack Bergman, in collaboration with the Embassy of Pakistan in the United States. Speakers highlighted Pakistan’s growing diplomatic role, noting its recent offer to facilitate talks between the United States and Iran. Natalie Baker, Chargé d’Affaires atRead More
Iran urges civilians to stay away from US bases
DNA TEHRAN: Iran’s Revolutionary Guards urged civilians across the region on Friday to stay away from areas near US forces, nearly a month into the war with the United States and Israel. “The cowardly American-Zionist forces… are attempting to use civilian locations and innocent people as human shields,” said the Guards in a statement on their Sepah News website. “We recommend that you urgently leave locations where American forces are stationed so that no harm comes to you.” The warning came as Kuwait’s main commercial port was damaged in aRead More
Pakistan secures fuel cargoes till April 25
ISLAMABAD, MAR 27: Pakistan has secured petroleum supplies until April 25, with refineries operating at 80% to 100% capacity and diversified imports helping ensure uninterrupted fuel availability despite regional geopolitical tensions, The News reported. Petroleum Division officials said on Thursday that the country is facing no shortage of petroleum products, as better inventory management and timely import decisions have reinforced supply chains. They said a key factor behind the stable situation is Pakistan’s shift to alternative sources, including higher imports of petrol and diesel from Oman. In March, Pakistan importedRead More