Pakistan’s decision to close its border with Afghanistan has received international support, with the Europa Review magazine stating that the move is crucial for the country’s survival and security. The report highlights that terrorist activities have increased from Afghan soil, resulting in the loss of lives of security personnel and civilians.
According to the report, the closure of the border has led to a significant increase in the prices of essential commodities in Afghanistan, with the Afghan media quoting a surge in prices of up to 200%. The American magazine has stated that Pakistan’s decision to close the border is a necessary and pragmatic step to protect its citizens.
The report further adds that Pakistan’s stance is that the normalization of relations with Kabul is hindered by terrorist activities. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited the residence of the martyr, Auon Abbas, who lost his life while foiling a suicide attack, and offered Fateha for the martyrs.
JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has emphasized the need for a working relationship between the federation and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Lawyer Faisal Malik has stated that the reliance on a USB drive containing over 65 videos, including those against Ali Meme Khan, is disputed.
In a separate development, the Chief Minister has stated that the province is being made safe for women, with a significant decrease in crimes against women. The Chief Minister has also emphasized that women can participate in all sports, including kabaddi, tennis, hockey, football, cricket, karate, and swimming.
The Chief Information Officer has assured that the Chief Minister’s Office will monitor the situation, while the Public Information Officer at the provincial level will also be responsible for overseeing the case.
In another development, the ECC has cleared the power division’s request for a fixed charge for both protected and non-protected consumers. The Chief Minister has stated that the province has established the foundations for the Balochistan Liberation Army, while the state faces propaganda against it.
The Minister of Interior, Moosa Nayab, has condemned the firing incident in DI Khan, in which four police officials were martyred, and has paid tribute to them. Sources have reported that retired General Qamar Javed Bajwa suffered injuries on different parts of his body after falling.
In cricket news, the Chief Minister has met with the Chairman of the Qaima Committee, who was mistakenly referred to as a camel, and has assured support for net billing. The Chairman of the Committee has also expressed support for net billing.
Pakistan has secured the Commonwealth Access to Justice Innovation Award 2026 in its name. Salman Safdar has stated that he has written about all the interactions he witnessed and the report he filed in the Supreme Court.
In a separate development, the Chief Minister has stated that the province is being made safe for women, with a significant decrease in crimes against women. The Chief Minister has also emphasized that women can participate in all sports, including kabaddi, tennis, hockey, football, cricket, karate, and swimming.
The Chief Information Officer has assured that the Chief Minister’s Office will monitor the situation, while the Public Information Officer at the provincial level will also be responsible for overseeing the case.
In another development, the ECC has cleared the power division’s request for a fixed charge for both protected and non-protected consumers.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced that it will support new cricketers and discourage them from getting involved in corruption. Naseer Jamshed has expressed regret over his past mistakes and has assured that he will advise new cricketers to avoid corruption.
In a separate development, the Chief Minister has paid tribute to the martyrs, including those who lost their lives in a suicide attack foiled by Auon Abbas. The Turkish President has invited the Mayor of Mihal Gazzi to a special meeting, where she sat on the dais with the President.
In a tragic incident in Mumbai, a 19-year-old girl was killed in a shooting on Tuesday afternoon.
