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Pakistan rejects Indian statement on actions against terrorist infrastructure
Saifullah Ansar Islamabad, July 1 — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan has strongly rejected remarks made by India’s Ministry of External Affairs on June 29, calling them “baseless” and “preposterous.” Responding to a media query, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi emphasized that Pakistan’s recent actions against terrorist infrastructure in Afghanistan were “legitimate, targeted and proportionate,” carried out to safeguard its citizens in line with international law. “Pakistan rejects the baseless statement by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Pakistan’s legitimate, targeted and proportionate actions against terrorist infrastructureRead More
Lahore tragedy: a stark reminder of neglected realities
The collapse of a tuition center roof in Lahore, killing 14 children, is more than a local disaster, it is a national indictment. It exposes the fragility of Pakistan’s social fabric and the failure of governance to protect its most vulnerable citizens Opinion Ansar Mahmood Bhatti A devastating tragedy struck the provincial capital Lahore on June 30, 2026 when the roof of a tuition center collapsed, killing 14 innocent children who had gathered there to study. The incident has shaken the conscience of Punjab and the nation at large, exposingRead More
WB report urges fiscal federalism
The report identified two main factors behind the widening federal fiscal deficit: increased transfers following the 7th NFC Award without corresponding adjustments in federal expenditures, and stagnant revenue collection. Faisal Sheikh ISLAMABAD: The World Bank on Wednesday, in its report titled “Strengthening Fiscal Federalism in Pakistan,” stressed the need to reform the country’s system of resource distribution among federal, provincial and local governments. It warned that stronger fiscal coordination was essential to sustain economic stability, improve public service delivery and effectively respond to the demands of a rapidly growingRead More
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