Iranian president reaffirms support for Palestine, backs Hamas-led negotiation decisions

Masoud Pezeshkian tells Hamas political chief Khalil al-Hayya Palestine remains top priority of Iran’s foreign policy Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Photo: Reuters/ File Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed Tehran’s support for the Palestinian cause on Wednesday, saying Iran would back decisions taken by Hamas and other Palestinian factions in negotiations, according to the Iranian presidency….

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Pakistan, US reaffirm commitment to ‘constructive engagement’

. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has expressed Islamabad’s steadfast commitment to promoting conflict resolution through dialogue and constructive engagement following a meeting with US Congressman Brian Mast, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s Republican caucus. Sheikh described the interaction as “broad-based and productive,” noting that both sides exchanged…

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Warrican cherishes home six-for after carrying West Indies’ bowling attack

Spinner says six-wicket haul was his most rewarding after shouldering heavy workload against Pakistan Jomel Warrican leads the team off after picking up 6 for 112. Photo: AFP West Indies left-arm spinner Jomel Warrican described his six-wicket haul against Pakistan in the second Test as the most rewarding performance of his career after carrying the hosts’ bowling…

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Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener

Iran midfielder Mohammad Mohebbiscores his team’s second equaliser in a 2-2 draw with New Zealand in World Cup Group G. Photo: AFP LOS ANGELES: Iran came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the World Cup on Monday as European heavyweights Spain were frustrated in a…

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PM Shehbaz, Azerbaijan President reaffirm shared commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation

Prime minister wishes President Aliyev success for next week’s World Urban Forum in Baku Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif with Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev. PHOTO: Govt of Pakistan, FB Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev on Tuesday reiterated their shared commitment to deepening cooperation across areas of mutual interest, including trade and investment, energy, and…

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Pakistan U-21 team to face South Korea in final Test

The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has decided to field the Pakistan Under-21 National Hockey Team in the fourth and final test match against South Korea after the senior national side secured a commanding 3-0 lead in the series. The squad change is part of the federation’s strategy to provide valuable international exposure to emerging players…

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PSL 12 window remains undecided

Kusal Mendis and Babar Azamwere instrumental in Peshawar Zalmi’s PSL11 Triumph. Photo: PSL KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is yet to decide the scheduling window for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 12, with franchise owners and the cricket committee weighing the pros and cons of staging the tournament either alongside the Indian Premier League…

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Araghchi briefs Dar on his China visit

Araghchi also thanked Pakistan for facilitating the repatriation of Iranian nationals from the seized vessels earlier Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. SCREENGRAB ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who briefed him on his recent visit to China and consultations held there on…

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