WASHINGTON: Israel and Lebanon agreed on Friday to extend their ceasefire by 45 days and continue negotiations towards a broader political settlement, even as Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon and Gaza highlighted the continued volatility across the region. The extension was announced after two days of talks in Washington involving Israeli and Lebanese officials under…
Minister assures facilitation for SME exporters as association proposes Heimtextil event ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met a delegation of the All Pakistan Bedsheets and Upholstery Manufacturers Association (APBUMA) to discuss export marketing, branding, international market access, trade financing and issues facing small and medium enterprises (SMEs), according to a statement issued…
‘We know that the US is working to adjust its posture in Europe,’ says a NATO official An image shows US troops with a chopper in the background. PHOTO: ANADOLU The United States has cancelled the planned deployment of 4,000 soldiers to Poland, US officials said on Friday, as Washington reorganises its forces in Europe…
Petrol to cost Rs409.78 and diesel Rs409.58 per litre after latest government revision The federal government on Friday reduced the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs5 per litre each for the next week. According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, under the revised prices, HSD will cost Rs409.58 per litre,…
Pakistani sailors appeal for help as families protest in Karachi, warn of hunger strike ahead of Eidul Azha In a new video, Yousuf, a Pakistani sailor asked the authorities for the release of hostages. PHOTO: VIDEO GRAB A video showing 10 crew members of an Indonesian-flagged vessel held hostage by Somali pirates surfaced on Friday,…
A reverse image search shows the clip is from September 2016, of Obama’s G20 visit, not a state visit Multiple accounts were sharing a video on the social media platform X since May 13, 2026, comparing the reception given to United States President Donald Trump during his state visit to China with that of his…
Markets allowed to stay open till 10pm until June 1 as Punjab relaxes timings to boost trade activity Women shop for artificial jewellery in bazaar at Lahore. Photo: file The Punjab government on Friday relaxed operating hour restrictions for markets until June 1, allowing businesses to remain open until 10pm in a move aimed at boosting…
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar briefs members of the diplomatic corps at the Foreign Office in Islamabad on the first anniversary of “Marka-e-Haq” on Tuesday. Photo: X/ FO Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Friday that Pakistan had successfully repatriated 11 Pakistani nationals alongside 20 Iranian nationals who…
LONDON: Hearts are on the brink of breaking Scottish football’s glass ceiling but must emerge undefeated away to Celtic on Saturday to end a 66-year wait to win the title. A dramatic season is set for a thrilling finale after a controversial 99th-minute penalty handed Celtic victory at Motherwell on Wednesday. The defending champions are…
Alia Bhatt responded calmly to online commentary following a viral clip from the Cannes Film Festival 2026 red carpet, where she appeared briefly overlooked by photographers. The clip, widely circulated on social media, shows Bhatt on the red carpet during one of her appearances at Cannes. The moment sparked mixed reactions online, with some users…