Tuesday, June 30th, 2026
Cuba says US pressuring UN member states to put off trade embargo debate
HAVANA, JUN 30: Cuba’s foreign minister said on Tuesday that the US State Department was “pressuring and intimidating” United Nations member states to put off an upcoming floor debate over the US blockade of the communist-run island. Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez also told reporters at a press conference in Havana that the US sanctions were “causing deaths” in Cuba. The debate, slated for July 7, typically precedes a UN vote of member states later in the year to call on the US to end its sanctions against Cuba. United NationsRead More
Africa day celebrated in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, JUN 30 /DNA/ – The spirit of African unity and cultural richness was palpable in the federal capital as Pakistan joined the international community in commemorating Africa Day. A ceremonial cake-cutting ceremony marked the occasion, symbolizing the robust ties between Pakistan and the African continent. The event, held in Islamabad, was graced by notable dignitaries including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, Additional Foreign Secretary Hamid Asghar Khan, and President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI). They were joined by Heads of Missions from various AfricanRead More
Iran warns against MoU violations
DNA TEHRAN, JUN 30 — Iran has issued a stern warning that it will respond decisively to any violation of the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signaling its firm stance amid heightened regional tensions. Officials in Tehran emphasized that the agreement must be respected in full, cautioning that breaches would invite immediate countermeasures. In a statement released Tuesday, Iranian authorities clarified that no meeting with the United States is planned in the coming days, dismissing speculation about potential diplomatic engagement. “There will be no talks with Washington in theRead More
Banned JAAC leader Shaukat Mir arrested
Mir and his associate moved to undisclosed location, says DC Munir Qureshi DNA DHIRKOT: Central leader of the banned Jammu Kashmir Awami Action Committee (JAAC), Shaukat Nawaz Mir, was arrested along with an associate in Dhirkot, Muzaffarabad Deputy Commissioner Munir Qureshi said on Tuesday. The DC said Mir was arrested by police and security personnel from the Hail Sarang area. He added that Mir and his associate have subsequently been moved to an undisclosed location. It is noteworthy to mention here that the AJK government had imposed a ban onRead More
At least 14 children die as tuition centre roof collapses
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz takes notice of the incident, seeks report from relevant authorities Bureau Report LAHORE: At least 14 children were killed while several others received injuries after the roof of a tuition centre collapsed in Lahore’s Kahna area on Tuesday, officials said. Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Imran Nazir said that 19 children were brought to Kahna Tehsil Headquarters (THQ) Hospital following the incident. The minister confirmed that 14 children had died in the collapse. “After receiving initial medical treatment, two children were discharged, while four others remain in hospital,”Read More
Pakistan-ASEAN Youth Initiative boosts regional cooperation
ISLAMABAD, JUN 30 /DNA/ – The International Institute for Regional and International Studies (IIRIS) collaboration with Indonesia Embassy Islamabad, successfully organized the Pakistan–ASEAN Youth Initiative 2026 under the theme “Strengthening Pakistan–ASEAN Relations through Youth Engagement and Cross-Cultural Cooperation for a Shared Future.” The event brought together ambassadors, diplomats, scholars, researchers, students, media representatives, and youth leaders from Pakistan and ASEAN member states to promote regional understanding, academic collaboration, economic connectivity, and cultural diplomacy. In his welcome remarks, Shafiqat Rasool, President of IIRIS, warmly welcomed distinguished ambassadors, diplomats, representatives of ASEANRead More