Politics

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.

The coordinated responses from Gulf and regional nuclear authorities appear aimed at calming fears of radiological contamination. — FILE
A file photo is shown of incumbent Pakistani prime minister Shehbaz Sharif (L) with Saudi crown prince Muhammad bin Salman (R) at As-Salam Palace in Jeddah on April 30, 2022. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
A montage is shown of incarcerated former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan (L), General (R) Qamar Javed Bajwa, the former COAS of Pakistan (C), and the former Pakistani first lady (R). — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Imran Khan’s wife says Saudi Arabia overthrew his government

Bushra Bibi, the wife of Imran Khan, has sensationally accused Saudi Arabia of using military influence to topple his government, claiming the monarchy viewed Khan as "too pro-Sharia" while seeking to dismantle Sharia law in Saudi Arabia themselves.

A montage is shown of former Pakistani first lady Bushra Bibi (L), Saudi crown prince Mohammad bin Salman (C), and the incarcerated former Pakistani prime minister, Imran Khan (R). — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES