External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar strongly criticized Pakistan at the UN General Assembly after PM Shehbaz Sharif raised Kashmir, saying arguments by the 'serial practitioner of terrorism' will not stand and warning of consequences.
A suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle at a police checkpoint in Dera Ismail Khan, northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 12 people and wounding approximately 35 others. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack, which primarily targeted security personnel.
The chiefs of staff of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey held talks in Riyadh on Friday to discuss enhanced military coordination, intelligence sharing and implementation of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement. The meeting comes amid escalating Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia.
Pakistani security forces reported killing several Afghan Taliban fighters in ongoing cross-border fire at the Gulistan border area on Friday, following Pakistani airstrikes on 10 sites in Afghanistan earlier in the week. Pakistan accused Afghanistan of launching drone attacks on its border posts, which the Taliban government denied.
Pakistani security forces killed several Afghan Taliban fighters after they allegedly attempted to enter Pakistan and opened fire along the border in Balochistan province, marking a fresh escalation in cross-border tensions between the neighbors.
Pakistani fighter jets struck sites in eastern Afghanistan's Kunar and Paktika provinces on Monday, with Pakistan claiming 28 militants were killed at suspected hideouts while Afghan Taliban officials and the UN reported three civilian deaths from one family. The strikes follow a recent attack on police in Kohat, Pakistan.
Pakistani authorities arrested three sisters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan as part of a government crackdown on the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party's planned nationwide protest on September 27 demanding his release. The government has issued stern warnings against proceeding with the demonstration.
Pakistan's military spokesperson said the country will go 'to any extent' to defend Saudi Arabia, citing the Mecca defense pact, as Houthi drone attacks on the kingdom intensify. One Yemeni resident was killed by debris from an intercepted drone in Taif.
India and Pakistan summoned each other's top diplomats after an Indian and Pakistani naval vessel collided in the Arabian Sea. India accused Pakistan's vessel of maneuvering in an 'unprofessional and unsafe' manner.
Nigeria vaccinated 23 million children against polio and other diseases in the first half of 2026 as part of data-driven health interventions across Africa, while Pakistan confirmed its fourth polio case of the year in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Bannu district, highlighting ongoing challenges in global polio eradication efforts.
Pakistan delivered a Saudi warning to Iran to control its Yemeni Houthi allies after major attacks on Saudi Arabia wounded 73 people, as the newly formed Makkah Defence Alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey could be activated if attacks continue.
Pakistan's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has opened its licensing portal after notifying regulations governing crypto exchanges and other virtual asset service providers, with a September 5 deadline for compliance.
Pakistan's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) has launched its licensing portal, requiring all crypto firms operating in the country on or before March 5 to apply for a No Objection Certificate by September 5 or stop their services. The move marks Pakistan's transition from an unregulated crypto market to a full licensing regime.
Pakistan's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) has launched its licensing portal, requiring all crypto firms operating in the country on or before March 5 to apply for a No Objection Certificate by September 5 or stop their services. The move marks Pakistan's transition from an unregulated crypto market to a full licensing regime.
Pakistani security forces conducted intelligence-based raids on multiple militant hideouts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces, killing 49 militants. The operations come amid intensified efforts to counter a surge in militant violence, with Pakistan accusing both the Pakistani Taliban and Baloch separatists of operating from sanctuaries in Afghanistan.
Pakistan announced a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrency after nearly a decade-long ban, while South Korea approved BitGo Korea as the first foreign crypto firm to receive a virtual asset service provider license. The moves signal growing regulatory acceptance of digital assets across Asia.
Pakistan summoned the top US diplomat in Islamabad to protest remarks by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, who described Jammu and Kashmir as an "important part of India" during a visit to Srinagar. Pakistani officials and political leaders rejected the statement as unacceptable regarding the disputed territory's status.
Pakistan's Supreme Court directed authorities to move imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan from Adiala jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad for medical examination, after three years in detention and concerns over his health.
Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked a cargo vessel in the Bab el-Mandeb strait on Tuesday, killing at least four crew members including three Pakistanis and one Indonesian. Some reports indicate the death toll may be as high as six, including rescue personnel.
Voting commenced in four constituencies of Bagh and Haveli districts in Pakistan-administered Kashmir's Legislative Assembly elections, despite Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf calling for a complete boycott and describing the process as unconstitutional. The polling follows weeks of violent protests and clashes with security forces in the region.
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi forces launched deadly missile and drone strikes on the city of Marib, killing at least 30 government soldiers and civilians, prompting UN warnings that Yemen is at its greatest risk of renewed major conflict since the 2022 ceasefire. The escalation comes as Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey signed a NATO-style mutual defense pact in response to regional threats.
The three nations signed the 'Mecca Joint Defence Agreement' establishing that an armed attack on one signatory would be considered an attack on all, as regional tensions intensify with the ongoing US-Iran war. Turkey clarified the pact does not contradict its NATO commitments.
Foreign ministers from Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, UAE, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey released a joint declaration criticizing Israel's military campaign in Gaza, particularly attacks on healthcare facilities, and warning that continued strikes threaten peace implementation efforts.
Pakistan's government has issued new guidelines requiring foreign journalists to obtain approval before traveling outside major cities and extending controls to local staff working for international outlets. The measures, formalized as the Foreign Media Facilitation Guidelines 2026, have drawn widespread criticism from press freedom groups and media organizations amid ongoing protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
A suicide bomber attacked an anti-militancy peace rally outside a police station in Kabal, Swat Valley, northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 14 people, including police officers and civilians and wounding more than two dozen others. The attack occurred as demonstrators gathered to demand peace in the region.
British-Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja and nine other climbers are missing after an avalanche struck Broad Peak in Pakistan's Karakoram range. Four bodies have been recovered so far, with rescue operations ongoing.
A methane gas explosion at a coal mine in Pakistan's Balochistan province killed at least 32 miners, with rescue teams searching for two more missing workers. The blast occurred at a private mine in the Sorange coalfield near Quetta.
A QatarEnergy-controlled liquefied natural gas tanker exited the Strait of Hormuz overnight, marking the first such vessel to leave the strategic waterway since July 11, ending a nearly three-week period without recorded LNG tanker departures.
Iran is set to receive 300 to 400 Chinese-made QW-12 and FN-16 MANPADS (man-portable air-defense systems) within weeks under a contract valued at $60-70 million, according to sources. China has denied the report as groundless, while Pakistan has also denied involvement in the transfers.
The United States and Pakistan separately condemned Yemen's Houthi rebels for threatening commercial shipping in the Red Sea after the group announced a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia. Pakistan warned it could use force to protect its maritime interests if its vessels come under attack.
Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has set up a specialized cryptocurrency investigation unit within its National Command and Control Centre to investigate money laundering, terrorism financing, and other crimes involving digital assets. Officials said the unit will monitor suspicious crypto transactions and investigate crypto-linked cybercrime and financial fraud, while the FIA's counter-terrorism chief separately recommended that the cybercrime and anti-narcotics agencies establish similar units to address cybercrime and drug trafficking.
Pakistan's virtual assets regulator has requested the country's leading Islamic seminary to distinguish between speculative cryptocurrencies and asset-backed digital tokens after Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani issued a fatwa declaring crypto payments impermissible under Shariah law, triggering a selloff among Muslim investors.
Pakistani authorities located the wreckage of K2 Airways Flight 1732, a Boeing 737 freighter that disappeared over the Arabian Sea after reporting navigation system problems. All five crew members aboard the aircraft, which was traveling from Sharjah, UAE to Karachi, remain missing as rescue operations continue.
Fourteen children died when the roof of a tutoring center collapsed in Lahore, Pakistan on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Eight other children were injured in the incident, which occurred at a facility under construction on the outskirts of the city. Funerals for the victims were held the following day as authorities opened investigations into possible negligence.
Indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran in Doha, Qatar, mediated by Qatari and Pakistani officials, concluded with both sides agreeing to establish a communication channel to report violations of their memorandum of understanding. However, the talks ended in stalemate over broader issues, with US officials stating that $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets will not be released until Tehran fulfills the terms of the agreement.
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Doha to meet with mediators, but Qatar clarified no direct high-level talks with Iran are scheduled, contradicting President Trump's claims that Iran agreed to negotiations. The diplomatic confusion follows weekend military exchanges in the Strait of Hormuz that threatened a fragile ceasefire brokered by Pakistan and Qatar less than two weeks ago.
Afghanistan's Taliban government conducted air strikes on targets along the Pakistan border, prompting Pakistan's military to shoot down four Afghan drones over Balochistan province. The escalation marks a dramatic deterioration in relations between the former allies.
Pakistani forces conducted overnight airstrikes and ground operations along the Afghanistan border, killing at least 36 civilians and wounding more than 160 others according to Afghan officials. Pakistan says it targeted militant hideouts in response to attacks across Pakistan, while Afghanistan condemned the strikes as acts of aggression.
Three paramilitary soldiers were killed and four wounded in an overnight militant attack on a Rangers regional headquarters in Karachi, Pakistan's commercial capital. Four attackers were also killed in the fighting, and Pakistan's military has vowed to carry out retribution operations.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Pakistan for talks with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif after Pakistan helped mediate a breakthrough truce between the United States and Iran. The visit comes amid ongoing disputes over nuclear inspections and technical-level negotiations aimed at achieving lasting regional peace.
The United States and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire and 'road map' for negotiations following nearly four months of conflict, with Pakistan and Qatar mediating talks in Switzerland. The agreement includes partial lifting of U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil but leaves unresolved questions about Iran's nuclear program.
High-level negotiations between the United States and Iran concluded in Switzerland after the first round of talks aimed at achieving a permanent end to their conflict and cementing a ceasefire. Mediators Pakistan and Qatar reported "encouraging progress" and announced that technical-level discussions will continue through the week, despite tensions from President Trump's renewed threats of strikes and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
President Donald Trump stated on social media that a deal to end fighting between the United States and Iran would be signed on Sunday, June 14, 2026, but Iranian officials cast doubt on the timing and ruled out signing on that date. The conflicting statements highlight ongoing uncertainty about the framework agreement despite optimism from U.S. and Pakistani leaders.
Pakistan conducted air strikes on terrorist hideouts along its border with Afghanistan on Tuesday, killing 26 militants according to Pakistani officials. Afghanistan's Taliban government reported at least 13 civilians killed, including 11 children, and condemned the attacks.
Oil and LNG tankers have begun transiting through the Strait of Hormuz following an agreement between the United States and Iran to reopen the critical waterway. Vessels from Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and other operators are moving shipments to Pakistan, China and other destinations, causing oil prices to decline.
A vehicle-borne suicide bombing targeted a shuttle train in Quetta, Pakistan, killing at least 14 people and injuring 20 others. The attack prompted widespread condemnations from global actors expressing solidarity with Pakistan.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged modest progress in negotiations with Iran on Friday, even as Pakistan's military chief traveled to Tehran for mediation efforts. Key sticking points include Iran's enriched uranium stockpile and disputes over the Strait of Hormuz, with uncertainty remaining over whether conflict will resume.
Iran has delivered an updated proposal to end the ongoing Middle East war through Pakistani intermediaries, prompting President Trump to postpone planned military strikes. However, senior U.S. officials say the offer does not represent meaningful improvement and remains insufficient to prevent resumed hostilities.
Israeli naval forces intercepted and raided the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza near Cyprus, detaining Pakistani humanitarian worker Saad Edhi (son of Faisal Edhi) and other activists. The seizure sparked international outrage and condemnation.
A shepherd named Muhammad Liaqat Ali laid down his life while averting a suicide attack on a police post in Attock's Jand area, potentially saving dozens of lives. President Zardari approved awarding him the Sitara-i-Shujaat, and he was nominated for Pakistan's highest civil award.
Pakistan's Foreign Office rejected CBS News reports claiming Iranian military aircraft were stationed at Nur Khan air base in Rawalpindi during the US-Iran conflict, calling the report 'misleading and sensationalised.'
Pakistan held ceremonies marking one year since the brief but intense May 2025 military confrontation with India. Army Chief Asim Munir stated India's ambitions exceeded its capabilities during the conflict, while officials emphasized Pakistan cannot be intimidated.
The International Monetary Fund's Executive Board approved the latest review of Pakistan's economic reform program, releasing $1.2 billion in financing as the country navigates regional instability and economic challenges.
The US State Department announced the phased closure of its consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, transferring diplomatic operations to the embassy in Islamabad. The move consolidates US diplomatic presence in Pakistan amid regional security concerns.
Pakistan Navy commissioned its first Chinese-built Hangor-class attack submarine in what officials called a 'historic milestone,' marking deepening defense cooperation between Beijing and Islamabad amid regional security concerns.
Iran's recently installed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei declared the country will safeguard its nuclear and missile programs, rejecting US President Donald Trump's efforts to curtail these capabilities through military action and diplomatic pressure, amid an ongoing US naval blockade, Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz, and indirect talks mediated by Pakistan.
Pakistan conducted airstrikes on a university in Afghanistan's Kunar province, killing at least seven and injuring 85, marking the first attacks since both countries agreed to halt violence at peace talks last month. Afghanistan denies Pakistan's dismissal of the reports.
The White House announced that Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will travel to Pakistan on Saturday for talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who arrived in Islamabad, in an effort to restart negotiations to end the US-Iran conflict.
Iran announced it has made no decision on attending a second round of negotiations with the US in Islamabad, citing Washington's 'excessive demands' and the ship seizure. Vice President JD Vance is reportedly preparing to lead the US delegation despite uncertainty over Iranian participation.
Pakistani officials report a potential 'major breakthrough' in US-Iran talks over Iran's nuclear program, with Trump saying new negotiations could resume within days. Pakistan's army chief traveled to Tehran to facilitate discussions.
Pakistan's army chief traveled to Tehran for high-level talks aimed at reviving negotiations between the US and Iran after weekend talks in Islamabad failed to produce an agreement. Trump indicated a second round of talks could occur within days.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to hold direct ceasefire talks in Washington next week for the first time in decades, aimed at halting violence in southern Lebanon, though fighting continues with Israel claiming it killed a close aide to Hezbollah's leader.
Iranian and US delegations arrived in Islamabad for direct negotiations aimed at ending the six-week conflict, with Pakistan deploying over 10,000 security personnel. Both sides issued warnings and set preconditions, casting doubt on the fragile two-week ceasefire.
A deeper cease-fire dossier for the Iran War News DAO space, structured as a news story with shared claims, thematic dispute blocks, and grouped perspective collections, now updated through April 15, 2026.
President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran less than two hours before his 8pm deadline, following last-minute mediation by Pakistan. The agreement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and suspending US bombing operations.
Pakistan has presented a 45-day ceasefire proposal to end the Iran war, though Iran has indicated reluctance to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as part of a temporary truce. Multiple mediators including Turkey and Egypt are involved.
Regional mediators are pushing a two-phase ceasefire deal starting with a 45-day truce between the US and Iran, as diplomatic efforts intensify to end the conflict. Both Iran and the US have received the draft proposal.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistani Deputy PM Ishaq Dar unveiled a joint five-point initiative in Beijing aimed at restoring peace in the Persian Gulf after five weeks of US-Israeli bombardment of Iran. Pakistan is positioning itself as a key mediator in the conflict.
Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt met in Islamabad to prepare diplomatic groundwork for de-escalation between the US and Iran, as Pakistan positions itself as a potential mediator in the month-long conflict.
