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Trump says Iran ‘collapsing’ as US threatens ‘economic D-Day’
WASHINGTON, AUG 24: US President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran was “collapsing” as Washington prepared to announce the details of a new economic pressure campaign that Tehran has derided as an admission of defeat. Almost six months into their war, the two sides are locked in a stalemate, with peace talks stalled, Iran keeping the key Strait of Hormuz shut and Washington persisting with a naval counter-blockade of Iran. Under political pressure at home over the economic impacts of the conflict, Trump has pivoted away from military action toRead More
Mauritius Envoy for stronger trade, cultural ties with Pakistan
The High Commissioner revealed that he has already held meetings with Pakistan’s Ministry of Commerce officials to explore possibilities of free trade agreements. He expressed his priority to promote business-to-business linkages, student exchanges, tourism, and educational cooperation Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD, AUG 24 /DNA/ – Mauritius High Commissioner to Pakistan, Munsoo Kurrimbaccus, has emphasized the need to strengthen trade and cultural ties between Pakistan and Mauritius. Speaking at the National Press Club’s “Meet the Press” program, he highlighted the vast potential for cooperation in business, education, tourism, and cultural exchange. AmbassadorRead More
PM Shehbaz, Sindh CM agree to maintain political harmony amid tensions
ISLAMABAD, AUG 24: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Monday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, during which they agreed to maintain political harmony and consultation on matters of national importance. In the meeting, they also discussed affairs related to politics, Sindh province, ongoing development projects, and matters of mutual interest, according to a statement issued by the PM Office. The meeting was attended by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah, Information Technology Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Law Minister AzamRead More
Pakistan seeks IMO’s urgent intervention to secure release of held seafarers
ISLAMABAD, AUG 24 – Pakistan has sought urgent intervention from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to secure the release and safe return of 10 Pakistani seafarers being held aboard MT Honour 25. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar made the request during a meeting with IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez in London, according to a statement from the Foreign Office on X. The MT Honour 25, a Palau-flagged product tanker, was seized on April 21, approximately 30 nautical miles off Somalia’s Puntland region, with 17 crew membersRead More
New Zealand beat Pakistan in hockey world cup match
DNA AMSTERDAM: New Zealand defeated Pakistan 4–2 in a spirited encounter. The Kiwis stunned Pakistan by scoring the opening goal within the first 12 seconds of play, setting the tone early. Pakistan regrouped after halftime and showed resilience, narrowing the gap with improved attacking play, but New Zealand maintained control to secure victory. With this result, Pakistan will now face South Africa in the playoff for 11th and 12th positions, while New Zealand will contest the 9th–10th place match. Currently, New Zealand holds the world ranking of 9th, while PakistanRead More
Ukraine wants peace but won’t give in, Zelenskyy says on Independence Day
KYIV, AUG 24: Ukraine wants peace but will not just give in to Russia at any price, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a defiant speech on Monday as foreign leaders gathered in Kyiv to mark its Independence Day celebrations. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and European Council President Antonio Costa were among the foreign dignitaries present for celebrations of the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s break from the Soviet Union. Burnham, making his first visit to the Ukrainian capital as prime minister, was due to announce British support to help KyivRead More