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Pakistan welcomes steps against illegal settlements in Occupied Palestinian Territory
ISLAMABAD, Sep 9: Pakistan on Wednesday welcomed the decision announced by the United Kingdom to impose a ban on items originating from the illegal Israeli settlements in the Occupied West Bank. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the continued expansion of illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory constituted a blatant violation of international law as well as relevant UN Security Council resolutions. “Such illegal actions are undermining international efforts aimed at achieving a two-state solution as well as peace and stability in the region,” it said.Read More
US says Houthis, Iran miscalculated by underestimating Yemen’s resolve
WASHINGTON, SEP 9: The US embassy in Yemen said Wednesday the Houthi militia and its Iranian backers had miscalculated by underestimating the resolve of Yemen’s internationally recognized government, armed forces and people to end Houthi “aggression and brutality.” “The terrorist Houthis and their Iranian backers miscalculated by underestimating the resolve of the Republic of Yemen’s legitimate government, the Yemeni Armed Forces, and the Yemeni people to end Houthi aggression and brutality,” the embassy said in a statement. For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or viaRead More
Atletico have work to do to reach home Champions League final
LIVERPOO, 09 SEP (DNA) — Diego Simeone believes Atletico Madrid are a work in progress as they aim to reach the Champions League final at their own Metropolitano Stadium, but is confident his side will improve after a slow start to the season. Atletico were blown away in a second half blitz by Athletic Bilbao to lose 3-0 at the weekend and already fall five points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona after just four games. The uncertainty over star forward Julian Alvarez’s future has blighted Simeone’s preparations for the new season, butRead More
Pakistan taps UN envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmed as Foreign Secretary
Ansar Mahmood Bhatti ISLAMABAD, SEP 9 /DNA/ – In a major diplomatic development, Pakistan has appointed Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmed, currently serving as the country’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, as the new Foreign Secretary of Pakistan. The announcement, first reported by Islamabad Post on September 6, comes at a critical juncture as Pakistan navigates complex regional and global challenges. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar is widely regarded as a seasoned diplomat with decades of experience in foreign service. During his tenure at the UN, he earned respect for his articulateRead More
Bahawalpur Hockey Team celebrates one-year milestone with grand ceremony
DNA BAHAWALPUR – A spectacular event was organized to mark the completion of one year of the Bahawalpur Hockey Team, which has been actively working for the promotion of the national sport, field hockey, in the region for the past year. The celebration featured a grand cake-cutting ceremony, followed by the distribution of beautiful and memorable shields among all the players and distinguished guests. Distinguished Guests on the Occasion Included: Event Organizers:Abu Mursad Shaheen, Ustad Aqeel, Yousaf Ghouri, Arslan Shahbaz, and Adnan Mushtaq. The event was a testament to the team’sRead More
New Zealand High Commissioner calls on Finance Minister
ISLAMABAD, SEP 9 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a meeting with H.E David Pine, High Commissioner-designate of New Zealand to Pakistan, who called on the Minister along with Ms. Avanthi Kalansooriya, Policy and Public Affairs Adviser, New Zealand High Commission, and Mr. Moin M. Fudda, Honorary Consul General of New Zealand for Pakistan, to discuss bilateral relations, trade, investment and avenues for strengthening economic cooperation. Mr. Pine congratulated the Finance Minister on Pakistan’s successful return to international capital markets through the recent EurobondRead More