The Pakistan Army has reportedly destroyed another Afghan Taliban post near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border during Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad. According to security sources, Pakistani forces have been conducting retaliatory operations against Afghan Taliban regime’s unprovoked aggression. During the operation, the Taliban forces left behind their arms and fled the posts.
The information minister stated that Pakistan’s operations have destroyed 185 tanks, armoured vehicles, and artillery guns of the Afghan Taliban regime. It is worth mentioning that Pakistan conducted airstrikes in major cities near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, including Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia, on Friday. According to Pakistani officials, the operation targeted defensive targets in these areas, but it was the first time that Pakistan had targeted major cities like Kabul and Kandahar.
The tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan escalated on Thursday night, and the situation remains tense in the border areas of both countries. In a conversation with Geo News, Ahmad Shahzad stated that the punishment for players is too low, and it should be increased.
The Ministry of Religious Affairs announced the Hajj flight schedule for Pakistani pilgrims. According to sources, the first Hajj flight from Pakistan will depart on April 18, and a total of 468 flights will be operated under the government’s Hajj scheme to transport pilgrims to the Holy Land.
A telephone conversation took place between European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, and Pakistan’s Vice Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Muhammad Haneef. The two discussed the EU’s concerns regarding the recent tensions between Pakistan and Iran.
The Interior Ministry has decided to accelerate the Combating Operation against illegal foreign residents and extend its scope. According to reports, almost 650 Pakistani nationals were deported from Iran in the past two days.
The meeting also decided to conduct a daily stock analysis to ensure a continuous supply of essential commodities. The committee also reviewed all matters related to its jurisdiction.
The dispute between the Lahore High Court Bar and the Independent Group and Professional Group has been resolved, and the high-level committee meeting has concluded.
A petition against the founder of PTI, Imran Khan, has been filed in the Islamabad High Court. The court has directed the medical examination of Imran Khan at Shaukat Khanum Hospital.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman over the phone. The two discussed the deteriorating regional situation in the context of Israel’s attack on Iran.
Pakistan is closely monitoring the situation in Iran and is in contact with regional countries: Foreign Minister.
The Foreign Minister briefed foreign ambassadors on the country’s stance on the situation in Iran. Several lawmakers fell ill due to the suspension of the assembly sessions.
Former President Asif Ali Zardari stated that the Afghan Taliban have received a decisive response from the Pakistan Army. The sacrifices of the Pakistan Army are not limited to mere numbers, but they are effectively targeting the strongholds and military installations of the Afghan Taliban and the Khawarij.
The anti-terrorism court judge, Shahid Sikandar, announced the verdict in the trial. Rana Tahir, an advisor to the Under-Secretary of the State, stated that Pakistan’s interests will take precedence in all policies. The Senate meeting, chaired by Senator Syed Yusuf Raza Gillani, was held in Islamabad.
The American Central Command reported that three F-15E fighter jets crashed in Kuwait. The jets were involved in a friendly fire incident.
Former US President Donald Trump stated that the UK government has prevented the use of the Diego Garcia military base for attacks on Iran. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was reportedly disappointed with the decision.
Jamima Khan, the former wife of PTI Chairman Imran Khan, has been fined £1,000 by the UK authorities.
Several lawmakers fell ill due to the suspension of the assembly sessions.
