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In the backdrop of the escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and the federal government have decided to shut down universities across the country for four days. According to a notification issued from Islamabad, physical classes in government schools will also be suspended on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Sources reveal that online classes can still be held in universities and government schools on Friday. The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that both leaders discussed the recent developments in the region and emphasized the need to reduce tensions immediately.
Former Sindh Governor Muhammad Zuber claimed that Pakistan’s economy is on the brink of collapse, and the government’s expenditure remains unchanged. The spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s office, Khaja, said that the recent comments about the UAE’s financial resources are baseless and contradictory to reality.
Pakistan is equipping its Navy with the latest platforms and specialized technologies, said Admiral Naveed Ashraf. The federal minister for information and broadcasting, Atta Tarar, stated that the Prime Minister was promptly informed, which is why there was no shortage of petrol.
Federal Minister Senator Musaddiq Malik said, “Four weeks have passed, and the entire region is engulfed in war. If we buy something expensive and sell it cheaply, how long will it last?” He also accused the US and Israel of starting an illegal war against Iran and imposing war on the country.
Iranian schools have been attacked, and children have been martyred, said Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, a member of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and a member of the National Assembly. He threatened to expose the internal matters of the party if the wrong person was given a ticket instead of Arfan Saleem.
Senator Rana Sanaullah, the advisor on political affairs to the Prime Minister, stated that the protests against the government are not gaining momentum and that if someone wants to protest, they should do it against Israel and the US. Senator Ishaq Dar, the deputy prime minister and foreign minister, welcomed the statement made by his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi.
Notorious dacoit Gora Omrani, who was wanted in Rahim Yar Khan, has surrendered along with his accomplices, along with their arms. Following the increase in petroleum product prices, transporters have also increased their fares.
According to security sources, two Afghan nationals were among the killed terrorists. The Meteorological Department has forecasted more rain in Karachi. Motorbike owners can call 1000 to apply for fuel subsidies.
US President Joe Biden said, “Iran was given ten days to negotiate or open the Strait of Hormuz, but that time has almost expired, and only 48 hours are left.” Following the US and Israeli projectile attacks on Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, Russia’s state-owned nuclear company has removed 198 more staff members from the plant.
A writer commented that Pakistan maintains a relationship with China, and US President Trump prefers Pakistan’s Field Marshal as a mediator. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing a diplomatic defeat. According to news agency reports, Hamida Suleimani and her daughter were arrested after their green card was revoked.
Iranian Revolutionary Guards claimed to have successfully targeted an Israeli aircraft using a drone. The commander of the Gerald Ford said that he would not dare to pass through the Bab-el-Mandeb strait due to fear of the brave Yemeni Mujahideen and steadfast people.
