Greta Thunberg arrested in London during pro-Palestine protest
LONDON, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested in London on Tuesday during a protest in support of members of the group Palestine Action, according to British police. Video footage circulating on social media appears to show the 22-year-old activist holding a placard reading, “I support the Palestine Action prisoners. I oppose genocide.” The demonstration...
Trump praises Pakistan’s military leadership, reiterates claim of Indian jets downed
WASHINGTON, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): U.S. President Donald J. Trump has once again spoken highly of Pakistan’s military leadership, particularly Field Marshal Asim Munir, in remarks that drew attention to regional security dynamics in South Asia. During his comments, President Trump praised the professionalism and leadership of Pakistan’s armed forces, singling out Field Marshal Asim Munir for what he...
Trump says U.S. battleships symbolize power, pledge military supremacy, industrial revival
WASHINGTON, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): President Donald J. Trump on Tuesday described America’s battleships as enduring symbols of national strength, asserting that they play a central role in maintaining U.S. military supremacy while revitalising the country’s shipbuilding industry. In a statement underscoring his administration’s defence and industrial priorities, President Trump said U.S. battleships represent “unmistakable symbols of national power”...
Oman’s Sultan receives Saudi foreign minister, holds separate talks with Tanzanian counterpart
MUSCAT, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman on Tuesday received Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at Al Barakah Palace, underscoring the close and brotherly ties between the two neighbouring countries. In a separate meeting, His Majesty also received Dr. Stergomena Lawrence Tax, Tanzania’s Minister...
Pakistan, Bahrain navies reaffirm commitment to maritime security, defence cooperation
RAWALPINDI, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): Commander of the Royal Bahrain Naval Force, Rear Admiral Ahmed Mohamed Ebrahim Al Bin Ali, paid an official visit to Naval Headquarters in Islamabad on Tuesday, where he called on Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI (M), Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) of the Pakistan Navy. Upon his arrival, the Bahraini naval chief was...
President Zardari highlights cultural cooperation, tourism links during Karbala visit
KARBALA, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday underscored the importance of strengthening Pakistan–Iraq relations, with a particular focus on cultural exchange, tourism promotion and the preservation of historical heritage, during a luncheon hosted in his honour by the Governor of Karbala, Dr Nassif Al-Khattabi. During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on enhancing people-to-people...
PM reaffirms commitment to deepening Pakistan–UAE ties, seeks expanded Emirati investment
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong and enduring commitment to further strengthening its relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), inviting greater Emirati investment in key sectors to support Pakistan’s economic growth and long-term stability. The prime minister expressed these views during a courtesy call by the UAE Ambassador to...
Field Marshal Asim Munir urges multi-domain preparedness during visit to National Defence University
RAWALPINDI, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, on Tuesday visited the National Defence University (NDU), Islamabad, where he was briefed by civil and military participants of the ongoing National Security and War Course on their academic assessments of Pakistan’s national security challenges and...
Japan-funded eye care facility inaugurated in Abbottabad’s Havelian to serve underserved communities
ABBOTTABAD, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan Akamatsu Shuichi on Tuesday inaugurated a newly constructed eye care facility in Tehsil Havelian, District Abbottabad, marking a significant boost to specialised healthcare services in the region. The project was implemented by the Lok Sudhar Association, a non-governmental organisation dedicated to improving access to essential eye care for underserved...
Saudi-funded Noor initiative restores sight for thousands through 20 free eye camps across Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, December 23, 2025 (WNP): The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has successfully concluded 20 comprehensive free eye treatment camps across Pakistan under the Noor Saudi Volunteer Initiative 2025, delivering critical ophthalmic care to thousands of underserved and vulnerable individuals. Implemented in partnership with the Al-Basar International Foundation and Al-Ibrahim Eye Hospital, Karachi, the initiative focused...