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No radiation detected in Gulf after US strikes on Iran, says Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission has confirmed a lack of radioactive effects or radiation risk after US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites including Fordow as regional authorities move quickly to reassure the public and downplay environmental fallout concerns.

Shockwaves across capitals as world responds to US strikes on Iran

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has described the US' military action as “a direct threat to international peace and security.” In a rare and forceful statement, he said, “This is a dangerous escalation in a region already on the edge.”

US warns American women not to travel to India amid increased rape threats

The US State Department has reissued a Level 2 travel advisory for India, citing terrorism, rising violent crime, and sexual assault—particularly warning women not to travel alone. The advisory restricts travel to Kashmir and urges Americans to exercise caution within the Union.

Qatari economy to accelerate to 6.5% growth for FY2026–27, says World Bank

A sharp uptick will be driven primarily by a planned 40% expansion in LNG output as Qatar's North Field megaprojects come online, reshaping the country’s hydrocarbon trajectory.

Pakistan nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize after India conflict de-escalation

Pakistan nominates Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize after his backchannel diplomacy helped prevent war with India. Islamabad hails his role in defusing tensions and urges global powers to follow suit.
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UAE last surety needed before funding is released, says IMF

The IMF is assessing the commitment of friendly countries to financing Pakistan before disbursing fresh funds—the UAE is the only one left, says Dr. Aisha Ghaus Pasha

ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON—Pakistan’s Minister of State for Finance and Revenues, Dr. Aisha Ghaus Pasha, has announced that the International Monetary Fund’s deal with Pakistan will be unlocked once the UAE provides funding assurance as demanded by the global lender. In a statement released on Wednesday, Dr. Pasha confirmed that the IMF is currently assessing the commitment of friendly countries to financing Pakistan before disbursing fresh funds to the South Asian nation.

According to Dr. Pasha, the IMF has confirmed that Saudi Arabia will deposit an additional $2 billion to Pakistan. In addition, Islamabad is currently in talks with Saudi Arabia, UAE, China, and Qatar for additional funds, with negotiations underway for $1 billion in financing from the UAE. Dr. Pasha emphasised that the deal with the global lender is expected to be signed after receiving the funding assurance from the UAE.

Pakistan has been in negotiations with the IMF since January to release $1.1 billion from a $6.5 billion bailout package agreed upon in 2019. To unlock the funding, the government has increased the interest rate by 3%, removed an artificial cap on the exchange rate, implemented additional taxes, and raised fuel prices. The IMF had demanded a written guarantee from friendly countries for the deposit, and sources suggest that Saudi Arabia and the UAE had sought some time to assure the IMF regarding the deposit.

The funding assurance from the UAE is expected to provide much-needed financial relief to Pakistan, which is facing economic challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and is struggling to repay mounting debt. The finalisation of the IMF deal will enable Pakistan to receive fresh funds to stabilise its economy and continue its efforts towards economic growth.

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جنرل (ر) فیض حمید کے ”کارنامے“ بزبانِ ابصار عالم

جنرل (ر) فیض حمید نے بطور ڈائریکٹر جنرل آئی ایس آئی ایک نجی ہاؤسنگ سوسائٹی کی ہزاروں ایکڑ زمین پر قبضہ کرنے کیلئے اس کے مالک کو سسر اور نجی ہاؤسنگ سوسائٹی کے دو افسران سمیت اغواء کروایا جبکہ مغویوں کو پراپرٹی ٹرانسفر کے کاغذات پر دستخط کرنے کیلئے بہیمانہ تشدد کا نشانہ بنایا گیا۔

میاں نواز شریف! یہ ملک بہت بدل چکا ہے

مسلم لیگ ن کے لوگوں پر جب عتاب ٹوٹا تو وہ ’نیویں نیویں‘ ہو کر مزاحمت کے دور میں مفاہمت کا پرچم گیٹ نمبر 4 کے سامنے لہرانے لگے۔ بہت سوں نے وزارتیں سنبھالیں اور سلیوٹ کرنے ’بڑے گھر‘ پہنچ گئے۔ بہت سے لوگ کارکنوں کو کوٹ لکھپت جیل کے باہر مظاہروں سے چوری چھپے منع کرتے رہے۔ بہت سے لوگ مریم نواز کو لیڈر تسیلم کرنے سے منکر رہے اور نواز شریف کی بیٹی کے خلاف سازشوں میں مصروف رہے۔

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No radiation detected in Gulf after US strikes on Iran, says Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission has confirmed a lack of radioactive effects or radiation risk after US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites including Fordow as regional authorities move quickly to reassure the public and downplay environmental fallout concerns.

Shockwaves across capitals as world responds to US strikes on Iran

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has described the US' military action as “a direct threat to international peace and security.” In a rare and forceful statement, he said, “This is a dangerous escalation in a region already on the edge.”

US warns American women not to travel to India amid increased rape threats

The US State Department has reissued a Level 2 travel advisory for India, citing terrorism, rising violent crime, and sexual assault—particularly warning women not to travel alone. The advisory restricts travel to Kashmir and urges Americans to exercise caution within the Union.
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