Peace in freedom: Maria Corina Machado dedicates Nobel Peace Prize to people of Venezuela’s democratic struggle
CARACAS, Friday, October 10, 2025 (WNP): Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, newly awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, has dedicated the honor to the “people of Venezuela” — whom she described as the true bearers of courage, dignity, and love in their long and painful fight for freedom. In an emotional statement issued in Caracas, Machado expressed “profound gratitude”...
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for defending democracy amid repression
OSLO, Friday, October 10, 2025 (WNP): The Norwegian Nobel Committee has awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado, a fearless Venezuelan opposition leader, in recognition of her relentless struggle for democracy, human rights, and peaceful political transition in Venezuela. Announcing the decision in Oslo, the Nobel Committee hailed Ms. Machado as “a brave and committed champion of...
“Trump: In nine months, I ended eight wars – not for the Nobel Prize, but for peace.”
— A bold claim rekindling global debate on Trump’s candidacy for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize.
Ethiopian envoy lauds deepening Pakistan–Ethiopia ties as Minister Attaullah Tarar pays farewell visit
ISLAMABAD, Friday, October 10, 2025 (WNP): Ambassador of Ethiopia to Pakistan, Dr. Jemal Beker, has expressed deep appreciation for the growing partnership between Pakistan and Ethiopia, following a farewell visit by Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar to the Ethiopian Embassy in Islamabad. Calling the minister’s visit a “gesture of respect, brotherhood, and fraternity,” Dr. Beker said it...
Melania Trump reveals direct talks with Putin on reuniting Ukrainian children: A child’s soul knows no border
WASHINGTON, Friday, October 10, 2025 (WNP): U.S. First Lady Melania Trump has disclosed that she has been in direct communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the past several months to facilitate the reunification of Ukrainian children displaced by the war. In a statement released Friday, Mrs. Trump said her humanitarian initiative began last August when she wrote a personal...
Sardar Yousaf directs private Hajj operators to complete remaining 20,000 pilgrim bookings by October 17
ISLAMABAD, Friday, October 10, 2025 (WNP): Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf on Friday chaired a review meeting with representatives of Dependent Hajj Companies (DHCs) and the central and zonal leadership of the Hajj Organizers Association of Pakistan (HOAP) to assess the progress of the private Hajj scheme. During the meeting, it was informed that...
Trump claims Nobel Laureate María Corina Machado dedicated Peace Prize to him; Venezuelan leader confirms gratitude for U.S. support
WASHINGTON/CARACAS, Friday, October 10, 2025 (WNP): U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Friday claimed that this year’s Nobel Peace Prize winner, María Corina Machado, personally called him to express gratitude and dedicate the honor to him for his support of Venezuela’s pro-democracy movement. “The person who got the Nobel Prize called me today and said, ‘I’m accepting this in honour...
Cabinet ratifies Pakistan–Saudi Arabia strategic defence pact; approves key legislative, institutional measures
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 9, 2025 (WNP): The federal cabinet on Thursday ratified the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, marking a major milestone in defence cooperation between the two brotherly nations. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif presided over the meeting, during which members paid rich tribute to the leadership of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia for their efforts...
Pakistan, Azerbaijan celebrate deepening cultural, parliamentary ties with launch of patriotic war book at Parliament House
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 9, 2025 (WNP): The National Assembly of Pakistan, in collaboration with the Embassy of Azerbaijan, on Thursday hosted the launch ceremony of the book “The History of the Patriotic War: Personality Factor” at the Parliament House. Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah graced the occasion as the chief guest. The event was attended by Ambassador of Azerbaijan...
Pakistan, U.S. reaffirm commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 9, 2025 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday received U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where both sides reviewed the positive momentum in Pakistan–U.S. relations and explored new avenues for enhanced cooperation. Senator Dar expressed satisfaction over the strengthening bilateral engagement, noting productive high-level interactions...