Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
More than 10 EU countries eager to contribute to Lebanon mission, EU foreign policy chief
BRUSSELS, SEP 1: More than 10 European Union member states are willing to contribute resources and people to a new military and civilian mission to advise and train Lebanese forces, the EU’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Tuesday. The mission intend to strengthen Lebanon’s Internal Security Forces to help free up the Lebanese army to focus on disarming the armed group Hezbollah. Discussion over the possible EU mission comes as the mandate of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon is set to expire at the end of 2026.
Uzbekistan Independence Day marked in Islamabad
DNA ISLAMABAD, SPET 1– The Embassy of Uzbekistan in Islamabad hosted a grand reception this evening to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Republic of Uzbekistan’s independence. The event, attended by senior government officials, diplomats, parliamentarians, and business leaders, highlighted the robust and expanding strategic ties between Uzbekistan and Pakistan. Federal Minister for Energy, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In his welcome address, Uzbekistan’s Ambassador extended heartfelt gratitude to Minister Leghari, describing his presence as a “clear sign of the friendship, respect, andRead More
Acting President Gilani visits Norwegian Ambassador’s Residence
ISLAMABAD, 01 SEP (DNA) — Acting President Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani visited the Residence of the Ambassador of Norway in Islamabad and recorded his condolences in the condolence book opened following the passing of His Majesty King Harald V of Norway. He was received by senior officers of the Embassy. In his remarks, Mr Gilani expressed profound sorrow over the passing of King Harald V and, on behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan and on his own behalf, extended his heartfelt condolences to His Majesty King Haakon VIII, theRead More
Misbah-ul-Haq ‘decides’ to quit PCB selection committee
LAHORE, 01 SEP (DNA) — Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has decided to resign from the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) selection committee, sources close to the former cricketer said on Tuesday. Sources said that Misbah has informed the PCB about his decision and will serve a notice period before formally stepping down from his role. The development comes a day after the cricket board announced that seven players alongside two coaches, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul, have been released from the Pakistan Test squad ahead of the Third Test against England inRead More
Iran says it has enough foreign currency despite US sanctions
TEHRAN, 01 SEP (DNA) — Iran has sufficient foreign currency reserves despite US sanctions, Central Bank Governor Abdolnaser Hemmati said on Tuesday, after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tehran was lashing out because it was losing the economic war. The central bank was ready to inject up to $2 billion into the foreign exchange market to calm recent volatility, Hemmati said, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency. “I am telling the President of the United States: Iran has (foreign) currency and it has enough,” he added. His commentsRead More
Security forces kill 21 terrorists in separate Balochistan shootouts
ISLAMABAD, SEP 1: Security forces killed 21 terrorists belonging to Indian-sponsored militant groups in separate encounters in Balochistan during the night of August 31 and September 1, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. According to a press release issued by the military’s media wing, six personnel, including two officers and a Customs official, embraced martyrdom in the operations. In the first incident in Nokcha, Chagai District, terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Hindustan attempted to disrupt the peaceful movement of commuters along the N-40 Quetta-Taftan Highway by establishing an illegalRead More