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Following US President Donald Trump's statement that US and Iranian delegates had "very good" discussions outside the UN...
23/09/2026

Following US President Donald Trump's statement that US and Iranian delegates had "very good" discussions outside the UN General Assembly, oil prices dropped, according to AFP.
In early Asian trading, the US benchmark WTI sank to $89.93, while Brent crude slid to $98.91 per barrel. Due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, both benchmarks had frequently traded beyond the symbolic $100 per barrel barrier.

Today is Saudi Arabia's 96th National Day, which is being celebrated with great fervor across. The national flag is flow...
23/09/2026

Today is Saudi Arabia's 96th National Day, which is being celebrated with great fervor across. The national flag is flown over the capital city of Riyadh, and the tall structures are enhanced by the green hue of the Saudi flag. On the occasion of the Day of Patriotism, special arrangements were made for public spaces, historical sites, and roadways. Several cities also hosted spectacular fireworks displays. On Saudi Arabia's National Day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked the country, stating that Pakistan is proud of Saudi Arabia's growth and wealth.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), formed by Imran Khan, is scheduled to march toward Islamabad on September 27. The Pu...
23/09/2026

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), formed by Imran Khan, is scheduled to march toward Islamabad on September 27. The Punjab government has requested the deployment of Rangers in four districts to ensure law and order.

The proposal, which aims to secure the release of its imprisoned founder Imran Khan and uphold constitutional supremacy, comes amid security preparations ahead of the major opposition party's statewide protests and march on the federal capital.

According to a spokeswoman, the Punjab Home Department has written to the Ministry of Interior requesting the deployment of Rangers in Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, and Mianwali.

The Punjab Home Department has suggested five wings for Attock and asked for three Rangers companies for Rawalpindi. According to the statement, Jhelum and Mianwali would each have one Rangers company.

According to security officials, Pakistan's armed forces shot down eight Afghan Taliban-launched drones on Wednesday mor...
23/09/2026

According to security officials, Pakistan's armed forces shot down eight Afghan Taliban-launched drones on Wednesday morning after they entered Pakistani airspace close to Kohat and the Torkham border.
According to the reports, Pakistan's air defense systems intercepted all eight drones.
According to the sources, four drones were shot down close to the Torkham border, and the other four were shot down close to Kohat.
The drones were part of an attempt by the Afghan Taliban to attack public areas, according to security sources.
Additionally, they claimed that the assault demonstrated the Afghan Taliban regime's backing of extremist organizations.

For a year, the government has suggested doing away with the petroleum charge. Jamaat-e-Islami's Supranga March from Roh...
21/09/2026

For a year, the government has suggested doing away with the petroleum charge. Jamaat-e-Islami's Supranga March from Rohri to Multan is reportedly in progress, according to a media report. The government has called the Jamaat-e-Islami leadership once again during this period and demanded that the lengthy march be halted. The Supranga March levy will remain in place until it is eliminated, according to Jamaat-e-Islami. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is anticipated to get in touch with the Jamaat-e-Islami leadership shortly. The administration has suggested doing away with the petroleum charge for a year.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting reported on Monday that 28 terrorists were killed in "calibrated" attacks o...
21/09/2026

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting reported on Monday that 28 terrorists were killed in "calibrated" attacks on terrorist camps and hideouts in the Afghan border region, while nine terrorists were killed during an intelligence-based ground operation in Kohat and Hangu districts.

According to sources, Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan has been prohibited by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) from di...
21/09/2026

According to sources, Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan has been prohibited by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) from discussing a case concerning him with the media.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on Monday that US sanctions may make it impossible for Iranian planes to operate...
21/09/2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on Monday that US sanctions may make it impossible for Iranian planes to operate internationally starting on September 23.
As the Trump administration continues to put economic pressure on Tehran, Bessent told CNBC that the sanctions will make it impossible for Iranian airlines to operate at airports worldwide.
"All Iranian airlines will be shut down worldwide on September 23," stated Bessent. "If they land, you won't be able to sell them tickets, give them fuel, or provide landing services, or you will be removed from the dollar system."

Giorgia Meloni, the prime minister of Italy, has declared that girls are not allowed to wear burqas or headscarves in cl...
21/09/2026

Giorgia Meloni, the prime minister of Italy, has declared that girls are not allowed to wear burqas or headscarves in class. There will only be one international student each class, according to sources in foreign media. The cabinet will shortly accept the measures, according to the Italian prime minister, and parents of international students will also need to learn Italian.

The State Department reports that a possible $24.3 billion F-35 fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia has been cleared by the...
18/09/2026

The State Department reports that a possible $24.3 billion F-35 fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia has been cleared by the US administration.
The proposed agreement includes 49 Pratt & Whitney engines, 48 F-35 Lightning II aircraft, plus associated support and equipment.
If the sale is finalised, Saudi Arabia would be the second Middle Eastern nation—after Israel—to employ the cutting-edge stealth jets.
The US Congress has been formally informed of the potential sale and asked to approve it. According to Washington, the agreement will improve Saudi Arabia's capacity to address present and future security threats.

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