Inter survive Cagliari scare

Hakan Calhanoglu continued his strong scoring start to the Serie A season as he guided Inter to a 1-0 victory over Cagliari. Photo: AFP ROME: Hakan Calhanoglu’s early strike earned Inter Milan a 1-0 win at Cagliari on Sunday as they continued a perfect start to their Serie A title defence, while Como edged Napoli…

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Yasir eyes Asian Games redemption

KARACHI: Pakistan’s No2 javelin thrower Yasir Sultan is hoping to turn his Asian Games disappointment into a medal opportunity as he prepares for next month’s continental showpiece. Yasir came agonisingly close to the podium at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, finishing fourth in the javelin throw competition after a hard-fought contest in challenging conditions. This…

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Two terrorists killed in Balochistan’s Washuk IBO: state media

Security forces pictured during a patrol. — FILE PHOTO Two terrorists belonging to the Fitna al-Hindustan were killed in an intelligence based operation (IBO) in Balochistan’s Palantak in Washuk district, state broadcaster PTV reported on Monday. According to PTV, security forces conducted a successful IBO in the area, killing the two terrorists under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna. The slain terrorists, according…

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Iran’s Pezeshkian says Tehran ‘not looking for war’ after US attack on Larak Island

Says Tehran ‘will give decisive response’ if attacked, warns regional instability will challenge all countries Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (center) attends the 40th International Islamic Unity Conference in Tehran on August 27, 2026. PHOTO: IRNA Tehran “is not looking for war” but will also “never sit still in the face of any aggression,” Iran’s president…

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PTI finalises strategy for Sept 27 march

PESHAWAR: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has finalised a preliminary strategy for its September 27 march on Islamabad, with plans for a central convoy from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa to be joined by caravans from southern Punjab before proceeding towards the federal capital. The party has directed workers from across the country who intend to join the main caravan…

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Six players called up for third Test after England losses

LONDON:  Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly lost patience following the team’s below-par performance on the England tour. In an emergency move, six players have been called up from Pakistan including Saim Ayub and Arafat Minhas. The remaining players will travel once they receive their visas. Questions have also been raised over Imam-ul-Haq’s ‘suspicious injury’….

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Military leaders warn Hegseth on Iran war

. US War Secretary Pete Hegseth. PHOTO: REUTERS/FILE ISTANBUL/WASHINGTON: A recent classified assessment advised Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth that prolonging large-scale operations against Iran was unsustainable and risked weakening US ability to confront threats elsewhere, including in the US homeland, The Washington Post reported on Sunday. According to the Post, the warnings were prepared for…

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