International
The Thursday Times brings the globe into focus, delivering clear, comprehensive reporting on pivotal events shaping nations and communities. With The Thursday Times‘ on-the-ground insights and expert analysis, we connect readers to the stories that matter across borders, helping make sense of our fast-changing world.
Hamas agrees to Trump peace plan with conditions
Hamas has announced conditional agreement to President Trump’s Middle East peace proposal, pledging prisoner exchanges, humanitarian access and a transfer of Gaza administration to an independent Palestinian body.
حماس نے ٹرمپ امن منصوبے کی مشروط منظوری دیدی
حماس نے صدر ٹرمپ کی امن تجویز پر مشروط رضامندی ظاہر کرتے ہوئے کہا ہے کہ وہ قیدیوں کے تبادلے اور غزہ کی انتظامیہ ایک آزاد فلسطینی ادارے کو منتقل کرنے پر تیار ہے، تاہم اس نے واضح کیا ہے کہ غزہ کے مستقبل اور فلسطینی عوام کے حقوق کا تعین قومی اتفاق رائے اور بین الاقوامی قوانین کے مطابق ہونا چاہیے۔
UAE leads Middle East banking revolution with AI and blockchain innovation
The UAE is leading the Middle East’s digital banking revolution, leveraging AI, blockchain, and customer-centric innovations to redefine financial systems. With initiatives like CBDC and talent-focused strategies, it’s setting global standards.
Canadian MP demands urgent action on Imran Khan’s detention
Michael Kram, an MP in Canada's House of Commons, has demanded action on Imran Khan’s imprisonment, urging Canada’s High Commissioner in Islamabad to assess his condition and advocating for diplomatic efforts to secure his release.
Rothschild eyes the UAE’s wealthiest with new Dubai office launch
Rothschild & Co opens its Dubai office to tap into the region’s wealth influx, offering specialised services to UHNWIs in the Middle East; Rothschild's expansion is part of a larger trend among global banks investing in Dubai’s financial sector.
Emirates NBD issues $500mn green bond pushing sustainable finance
Emirates NBD issues a $500M sustainability-linked bond to fund green projects across the UAE; to be listed on Euronext Dublin and NASDAQ Dubai, this bond solidifies Emirates NBD’s ESG commitment.
Dhaka University lifts 1971 ban, welcomes Pakistani students back
Dhaka University has opened its doors to Pakistani students for the first time in Bangladesh's history since its separation from Pakistan in 1971 in order to promote academic collaboration with Pakistan, and vice versa.
Talabat targets $1.5 billion in Dubai IPO debut
Delivery Hero’s Talabat IPO in Dubai is set to raise $1.5 billion, showcasing the MENA region’s growing appetite for high-stakes tech investments.
Imran Khan warns PTI workers to be loyal or get lost as Islamabad protest looms
Imran Khan warns for intra-PTI loyalty for a decisive Nov 24 protest while Islamabad braces for sweeping security measures; the standoff could redefine Pakistan’s political future.
Bluesky hits 20 million users to triple growth in just three months
Bluesky has hit 20 millions users to triple its user base in just three months, drawing in those disenchanted with ad-heavy social platforms; the decentralised, ad-free approach is making Bluesky a fresh favourite.
Global stars, politicians, and media join Bluesky as it redefines social media
With diverse mix of stars, politicians, and media from around the world—redefining social media with community-driven engagement—here are some of the biggest names now posting their thoughts from Bluesky.
بنگلہ دیش میں ڈینگی کی جان لیوا وبا کا پھیلاو جاری، پاکستان کا بنگلہ دیش کی امداد کا اعلان
بنگلہ دیش کو ڈینگی کے شدید بحران کا سامنا، موسلادھار بارشوں اور طویل مون سون کے باعث کیسز میں اضافہ، 400 سے زائد افراد جان کی بازی ہار چکے، وزیراعظم شہباز شریف نے بنگلہ دیش کو ڈینگی سے نبٹنے کیلئے امداد کی پیشکش کردی۔
Over 400 dead in Bangladesh from deadly dengue, Pakistan pledges aid
Bangladesh faces a severe dengue crisis as over 400 die amid rising cases, extended monsoons, and heavy rains; Pakistan offers its support.
বাংলাদেশে ডেঙ্গুর ভয়াবহ প্রাদুর্ভাবে ৪০০-রও বেশি মৃত, পাকিস্তান সাহায্যের প্রতিশ্রুতি
বাংলাদেশ ডেঙ্গুর ভয়াবহ সংকটে পড়েছে, যেখানে বাড়তে থাকা কেস, দীর্ঘায়িত বর্ষা ও ভারী বৃষ্টিপাতের মধ্যে ৪০০-রও বেশি মানুষের মৃত্যু হয়েছে; পাকিস্তান সাহায্যের হাত বাড়িয়েছে।
