Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Iran says will open new fronts if attacked again
DNA TEHRAN, MAY 19 – Iran’s military has warned it could “open new fronts” against the United States if attacks resume, as tensions across the Middle East remain high despite ongoing diplomatic efforts. The warning came after reports that US President Donald Trump temporarily held off a planned strike on Iran to allow negotiations to continue. At the same time, the Israeli military issued fresh evacuation warnings for areas in southern Lebanon, signaling fears of renewed escalation along the Israel-Lebanon border despite ceasefire efforts involving Hezbollah. Global oil markets reactedRead More
Pakistan, Turkey air force commanders unite in Ankara
ANKARA, MAY 19: /DNA/ – Turkey’s National Defense Minister Yaşar Güler held a meeting with Pakistan Air Force Commander General Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at his office in the Turkish capital. The high-level military dialogue focused on bilateral defense cooperation and regional security matters. During the reception, Turkish Air Force Commander General Ziya Cemal Kadıoğlu was also in attendance alongside Minister Güler, underscoring the depth of the air force-to-air force engagement between the two nations.
Moscow, Islamabad affirm shared stance on global security issues
MOSCOW, /DNA/ – On May 18, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov and Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Tahir Hussain Andrabi co-chaired the 16th meeting of the Russia-Pakistani Consultative Group on Strategic Stability in Moscow. During a confident and detailed exchange of views the two sides discussed topical issues of international security and global stability, as well as matters related to arms control, disarmament and non-proliferation. The meeting confirmed the affinity of approaches of Russia and Pakistan on most of the discussedRead More
Iran says peace proposal includes reparations for war damage, US troop withdrawal
TEHRAN, MAY 19: Tehran’s latest peace proposal to the United States involves ending hostilities on all fronts including Lebanon, the exit of US forces from areas close to Iran, and reparations for destruction caused by the US-Israeli war, state media reported on Tuesday. In Tehran’s first comments on the proposal, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said Tehran also sought the lifting of sanctions, the release of frozen funds and an end to the US marine blockade on the country, according to IRNA news agency. For all the latest headlines followRead More
Externally sponsored terrorism cannot block Pakistan’s rise, says CDF Munir
QUETTA: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Monday said externally sponsored terrorism, propaganda and disinformation campaigns could not obstruct Pakistan’s destined rise. Speaking to officers and troops of formations deployed in Balochistan, the army chief noted: “Pakistan’s destined rise cannot be obstructed through propaganda, fake news or externally sponsored terrorism.” According to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief had visited Quetta to interact with officers and faculty members at Command and Staff College and laterRead More
ICC elite panel umpire Ahsan Raza feted
Pakistan’s Pride Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to International Cricket Umpiring DNA LAHORE, MAY 19: The Burewalins hosted a grand reception in Lahore to honor Mr. Ahsan Raza, Pakistan’s only umpire on the International Cricket Council (ICC) Elite Panel, for his exceptional service to the game of cricket. The prestigious ceremony recognized Mr. Raza’s distinguished career and presented him with a commemorative medal and shield for elevating Pakistan’s standing in international sports officiating. Special awards were also conferred upon other notable personalities for their contributions to society.A Distinguished GatheringThe event was organizedRead More