French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Monday that U.S. President Donald Trump had proposed a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. Speaking to reporters at the G7 Summit, Macron stated, “There is indeed an offer to meet and exchange. An offer was made especially to get a ceasefire and to then kick-start broader discussions.” On Monday, Israel’s military targeted Iran’s state broadcasting authority with an airstrike, as confirmed by Defence Minister Israel Katz. The strike interrupted a live broadcast, with dust and falling plaster filling the studio. The broadcaster has since resumed its coverage. Earlier on the same day, Iranian missiles…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
In the early hours of Tuesday, Iran initiated a new series of missile strikes targeting Israeli territory, as part of its declared retaliatory campaign against what it terms “continued Israeli aggression and violations.” According to Israeli media, Iran conducted a strike near the Mossad headquarters in Tel Aviv. Following the attack, thick plumes of smoke were observed rising in the area, causing fear and panic in the city. Furthermore, Iran’s IRGC stated that a new wave of missile attacks against occupied Palestine has commenced, described as “more powerful and impactful than before.” The IRGC asserted that “the initiatives and capabilities…
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is currently on an official visit to the United States, where he engaged with members of the overseas Pakistani community in Washington, D.C. The COAS was met with a warm and enthusiastic reception, as a substantial number of expatriates gathered to welcome him. Overseas Pakistanis lauded the Pakistan Armed Forces for their exemplary performance in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos (Marka-e-Haq), commending their professionalism, courage, and unwavering dedication. During the interaction, General Munir expressed profound appreciation for the vital role played by overseas Pakistanis, referring to them as true…
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have announced the targeted killing of Major General Ali Shadmani, Iran’s wartime Chief of Staff and its most senior military commander, in an airstrike conducted in central Tehran. According to the IDF, the strike was executed based on “precise intelligence” and marks the second elimination of a high-ranking Iranian commander within five days. General Shadmani was not only Iran’s top military official but also served as a trusted military advisor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. His demise follows the recent killing of Lt. Gen. Gholamali Rashid, after which Khamenei had promoted Shadmani to the…
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has refuted French President Emmanuel Macron’s assertion that his early departure from the G7 Summit in Canada was to facilitate a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump criticized Macron, labeling him “publicity seeking” and contending that the French leader “always gets it wrong.” Trump clarified that his return to Washington had “nothing to do with a Cease Fire” and alluded to a significantly more substantial reason behind his sudden departure. “Wrong! He has no idea why I am now on my way to Washington, but it certainly has nothing…
As regional tensions continue to escalate, Pakistan has increased its efforts to bring its citizens home from Iraq and Iran. According to the Foreign Office, 268 Pakistani pilgrims have safely returned from Iraq on two special flights chartered from Basra to Karachi and Islamabad. In a statement released on Monday, the Foreign Office spokesperson confirmed that the government is actively facilitating the safe and timely return of all remaining Pakistani pilgrims currently in Iraq. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is maintaining continuous coordination with relevant authorities to ensure the secure repatriation of our citizens,” the spokesperson stated. “Pilgrims are advised…
The Punjab government has earmarked a record Rs200 billion for the Punjab Police in the upcoming fiscal year, representing a substantial increase of over Rs14 billion compared to the previous year’s budget. According to official sources, this heightened allocation underscores the provincial government’s commitment to modernizing law enforcement and enhancing public safety through significant technological upgrades and infrastructure development. Key Allocations The budget includes considerable funding across various departments of the Punjab Police: Rs6.54 billion has been designated for the Crime Control Department, aimed at strengthening efforts to curtail criminal activities and improve investigative capabilities. Rs5.95 billion has been allocated…
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President and former prime minister Nawaz Sharif has lauded Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for what he described as their “excellent performance” in guiding the nation through challenges and presenting a pro-people budget. Speaking to the media at Avenfield Apartments in London, Nawaz Sharif conveyed his optimism for Pakistan’s future, asserting that the country is finally surmounting difficulties and progressing towards development. “Shehbaz Sharif and Maryam Nawaz are performing exceptionally well. Pakistan appears to be emerging from a period of decline and entering a phase of advancement. If this momentum is…
Justice Babar Sattar of the Islamabad High Court has voiced significant objections regarding recent amendments to the Islamabad High Court Rules 2025. In a letter addressed to Acting Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar and all his fellow judges on the high court, Justice Sattar challenged the legitimacy and process of changes made without the convocation of a full court meeting. In his correspondence, Justice Sattar asserted that these amendments constitute a violation of both constitutional provisions and established legal protocols, as they were enacted without proper authorization and due process. He specifically highlighted that these alterations contravene Article 208 of the…
In response to heightened tensions in the Middle East, a coalition of 21 Muslim-majority nations has collectively condemned Israel’s recent military actions against the Islamic Republic of Iran and urged an immediate cessation of hostilities. Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, announced on X (formerly Twitter) that Muslim countries had issued a joint statement regarding the Iran-Israel conflict. The Foreign Ministers of Algeria, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam, Chad, Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Mauritania, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Türkiye, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates released a unified declaration on June 17, expressing profound…
