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Pakistan: Supreme Court Orders Imran Khan's Transfer from Prison to Hospital

The Supreme Court of Pakistan ordered on Tuesday the transfer of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently in detention, to a medical facility, according to reports from local media and confirmed by several press sources. This decision comes amid growing concerns about the political leader's health.......

Trump calls Mecca mutual defense agreement a bold and significant step

U.S. President Donald Trump has welcomed the recently signed Mecca Mutual Defense Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan, describing the pact as a major development in regional security cooperation. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said he was pleased to see Saudi Arabia,......

Final vote delayed in parts of Pakistan-administered Kashmir over security fears

The final round of legislative elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir was disrupted on Monday, August 10, 2026, after authorities postponed voting in seven of the remaining 11 constituencies due to concerns over the security situation. The decision comes weeks after deadly protests and clashes erupted......

Proposed Hormuz Strait Agreement Raises Hopes for Safer Maritime Trade

Diplomatic efforts to restore stability in the Strait of Hormuz appear to be gaining momentum as reports suggest that a temporary agreement could soon be announced. The proposed arrangement is expected to improve maritime security, support the free movement of commercial vessels, and reduce tensions......

UN urges restraint as tensions escalate between Pakistan and Afghanistan

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed deep concern over the recent escalation of tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, urging all parties to exercise maximum restraint and immediately halt hostilities to prevent further civilian suffering. According to official......

US and Iran reach breakthrough in Switzerland talks, Pakistan PM says

Talks between the United States and Iran have concluded with what Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described as “successful and constructive” progress, marking a potential step forward in efforts to reduce tensions and outline a framework for a broader agreement. The discussions were......

Pakistan’s mango harvest suffers as Middle East conflict disrupts exports

Pakistan’s mango industry, one of the country’s most important agricultural export sectors, is facing significant disruption as rising regional tensions in the Middle East continue to impact international trade routes and demand. In the agricultural region around Tando Allahyar in southern......

Deadly protests bring Pakistan-administered Kashmir to a Standstill

The Pakistan-administered region of Kashmir has been brought to a near standstill following a wave of violent protests that have resulted in more than 20 deaths, marking one of the most serious episodes of unrest in the territory in recent years. Businesses, schools, and public services have been disrupted......

Pakistan contradicts Trump claim on imminent Iran deal talks

United States President Donald Trump said the United States and Iran were in the final stages of a potential agreement and suggested a deal could be reached within days. His remarks portrayed negotiations as close to completion, with no major obstacles remaining and rapid implementation possible once......