Friday, August 14th, 2026
UK envoy meets Deputy PM Ishaq Dar
ISLAMABAD, AUG 14 /DNA/ – UK High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar today. DPM/FM appreciated the positive momentum in Pakistan-UK relations. He recalled his recent meeting with UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband on the sidelines of the ASEAN Regional Forum in Manila and highlighted the importance of sustained high-level contacts. They discussed key areas of mutual interest and ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation. Recent regional and international developments also figured in the discussion. DPM/FM stressed that the Islamabad MoURead More
GCC condemns attack on UAE tankers in Hormuz
JD Vance says the United States is now placing greater emphasis on maintaining lower oil prices rather than focusing exclusively on Iran’s nuclear program. News Report ISLAMABAD, AUG 14 /DNA/ – The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has strongly condemned the recent attack on United Arab Emirates (UAE) tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a “dangerous escalation” that threatens maritime security and global energy supplies. The GCC urged the international community to take swift measures to ensure the safety of shipping lanes in one of the world’s most criticalRead More
Egypt Ambassador hails ‘’Pakistan’s 80th Independence Day”
ISLAMABAD, Aug 14: Ambassador of Egypt to Pakistan, Dr. Ihab Abdelhamid, on Friday extended heartfelt congratulations and warm wishes to the leadership, government and people of Pakistan on the occasion of the country’s 80th, Independence Day. In his message, the Egyptian Ambassador said the historic day represented a profound symbol of the struggle, resilience and national unity that laid the foundation for a strong and prosperous Pakistan. Dr. Ihab Abdelhamid highlighted the deep-rooted historical and fraternal ties between Egypt and Pakistan, noting that relations between the two countries were builtRead More
US threatens Iran with ‘economic isolation, like the world has never seen’
WASHINGTON, AUG 14: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatened Thursday to subject Iran to economic isolation “like the world has never seen before,” adding that new measures are expected next week. “It will be a combination of economic isolation, like the world has never seen before,” Bessent told conservative television network Newsmax, adding that “the continued blockade in the Strait of Hormuz… will keep anything from going in or out of the Iranian ports.” “Watch this space for more announcements coming next week,” he said. Bessent described a two-pronged approachRead More
PRCS marks Int’l Youth and Humanitarian Law Days with call for youth to champion humanity
ISLAMABAD, AUG 14 /DNA/ – The Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) observed International Youth Day and International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Day 2026 with a ceremony titled “Youth as Advocates for a Better Tomarrow” at its National Headquarters. International Youth Day was observed under the theme “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” The event was attended by ambassadors and diplomats, humanitarian and relief organizations, Heads of Delegation and representatives of IFRC, ICRC, Norwegian Red Cross, Turkish Red Crescent (Kızılay), German Red Cross, PRCS staff and volunteers. Addressing the gathering, PRCS Chairperson Mrs. FarzhanaRead More
Afghanistan marks five years under Taliban
News Desk KABUL: As Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers mark five years since sweeping back to power, some Kabul residents said they feel safer after decades of conflict and upheaval but stressed the leaders should now focus on creating jobs and expanding access to schools in the country where girls above the age of 12 are banned from education. “Thank God, the past five years have passed in safety,” said Mohammad Qasim, 30, reflecting on the anniversary that comes against a backdrop of economic hardship in a conflict-stricken country. “Our wish andRead More