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OPEC defends fossil fuels at COP29, calling them “a gift from God”

OPEC defends fossil fuels at COP29, with Secretary-General Haitham Al Ghais emphasising carbon capture and economic balance. Climate scientists warn of a 3.1°C warming risk.

Pakistan intensifies anti-terror efforts with new military strategy, says General Asim Munir

Sacrifices form the foundation of the unwavering dedication of the armed forces and law enforcement agencies. Foiling the nefarious designs of enemy elements remains our top priority, says COAS General Asim Munir.

دشمن عناصر کے مذموم عزائم کو ناکام بنانا ہماری اولین ترجیح ہے، آرمی چیف جنرل عاصم منیر

قربانیاں مسلح افواج اور قانون نافذ کرنے والے اداروں کی غیر متزلزل لگن کی بنیاد ہیں، دشمن عناصر کے مذموم عزائم کو ناکام بنانا ہماری اولین ترجیح ہے، پاک فوج قانون نافذ کرنے والے اداروں کے ساتھ مل کر دیرپا استحکام اور سلامتی کو یقینی بنائے گی، آرمی چیف جنرل عاصم منیر۔

بشریٰ بی بی کے سعودی عرب پر الزامات شرمناک ہیں، بشریٰ بی بی نے مذہب کی بھی توہین کی، خواجہ آصف

بشریٰ بی بی کے سعودی عرب پر الزامات شرمناک ہیں، یہ انتہائی گھٹیا حرکت ہے، بشریٰ بی بی نے مذہب کی بھی توہین کی ہے، جس ملک کے خلاف بیان دیا گیا ہے اسی سے گھڑی لے کر انہوں نے کاروبار کیا، یہ لوگ ملکی خارجہ پالیسی پر حملہ آور ہیں، وزیرِ دفاع خواجہ آصف۔

Pakistan stock market rallies as KSE 100 index crosses 99,000

The KSE 100 Index breaks records, surpassing 99,000 points for the first time in Pakistan Stock Market history, reflecting surging investor confidence and economic optimism.

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Pakistan and Qatar deepen security ties as fragile US-Iran peace push gains ground

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and his Qatari counterpart agreed to deepen security cooperation in Doha this week, as Pakistan and Qatar push behind the scenes to salvage the Islamabad MoU and bring Washington and Tehran back to the table.

Kuwait ratifies defense pact with Pakistan

Kuwait's Amir has formally ratified the defence cooperation agreement with Pakistan by decree, published in the official gazette. The agreement covers training, logistics, military intelligence, defence industries and a joint military committee.

India’s playbook for dissent has run out of pages

A Chief Justice called unemployed youth cockroaches. An exam sat by 22 lakh students was leaked, and some of them killed themselves. India's government waited, then delegitimised, then used force, then blamed Pakistan. Each step has failed.

Security forces launch Mastung operation, 15 terrorists killed

Security forces launched Operation Al Azm in Mastung's Tehsil Khad Kucha, killing 15 terrorists and wounding 12, according to security sources. Eight suspects were detained, one hideout destroyed and a large cache of weapons seized. No casualties were reported among security forces.

Pakistan backs Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks on Red Sea oil tankers

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers and reaffirmed Pakistan's full support for the Kingdom during a call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Both leaders pledged closer cooperation to protect regional stability and vital maritime trade routes.

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