Saturday, June 13th, 2026
Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei to be buried on July 9: state TV
TEHRAN, JUN 13: Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled the country for nearly 37 years before being assassinated by Israeli and US airstrikes on February 28, will be buried on July 9, state television reported Saturday. The burial in his hometown, the northeastern holy city of Mashhad, initially scheduled for March but postponed due to the war, will follow three days of funeral ceremonies in capital Tehran beginning July 4 and another in the holy city of Qom on July 7, it said. July 4, the startRead More
Central Asia–Afghanistan dialogue underscores regional connectivity and stability
KABUL, JUN 13: Policymakers, analysts, and regional stakeholders gathered on the sidelines of the Termez Dialogue on Connectivity between Central and South Asia to discuss the future of regional connectivity, economic cooperation, and stability between Central Asia and Afghanistan. According to the Center for Strategic Studies Afghanistan, participants highlighted Afghanistan’s strategic position as a vital link between Central and South Asia, emphasizing the need for sustained engagement, practical cooperation, and inclusive economic initiatives to strengthen regional ties. The discussions focused on expanding trade corridors, enhancing transport and energy connectivity, andRead More
Ishaq Dar, Swiss FM express hope for US-Iran stability
ISLAMABAD, JUN 13 /DNA/ – Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar, Saturday, spoke with Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis. Welcoming the encouraging progress towards an understanding between the United States and Iran, they expressed hope that ongoing efforts would soon contribute to peace and stability in the region, the Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press release. Both sides agreed to remain in close contact.=DNA ==============
PM says Iran–US peace deal nears finalization within 24 hours
ISLAMABAD, JUN 13 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Saturday, said that Pakistan was close to a peace deal between Iran and the United States, as its finalization was likely within the next 24 hours. Expressing confidence, the prime minister described the development as a historic milestone that would lay a strong foundation for lasting peace and stability across the region. On his X handle, the prime minister posted, “We are closer to a peace deal than ever before. With finalisation likely expected in the next 24 hours, Pakistan isRead More
FIFA World Cup 2026 — US’ win over Paraguay was built on team togetherness, not individual effort: Pochettino
MEXICO CITY, JUN 13: U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino told reporters his team’s 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their World Cup opener was the result of a team-first approach rather than the efforts of individual players. It was the first time the U.S. had scored four goals in a World Cup match, with two of those belonging to forward Folarin Balogun, who became the first U.S. player to score twice in a World Cup game since the 1930 tournament. However, despite excellent performances from the likes of Balogun, Christian Pulisic andRead More
Khaqan Waheed rejects federal budget as deceptive play of words
ISLAMABAD, JUN 13 /DNA/ – (Staff Reporter) — The head of Pakistan Awami Quwat Party and Chairman of Rawal General & Dental Hospital and Rawal Foundation, Khawaja Khaqan Waheed, has completely rejected the recent federal budget, calling it “nothing more than a deceptive play of words” with no relief for the common man. While speaking to a group of journalists, Khawaja Khaqan Waheed said that the budget contains no policies or reforms capable of changing the lives of ordinary citizens. He stated that the 85% of the population living inRead More