Saudi Arabia strongly condemns Iran’s attack on Qatar, vows full support to defend Gulf ally
RIYADH, Monday, June 23, 2025 (WNP): The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Monday strongly condemned what it termed as an unjustifiable act of aggression by Iran against the State of Qatar, calling it a blatant violation of international law and the principles of good neighborliness. In an official statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Saudi Arabia denounced the...
Saudi Shura Council delegation visits Parliament House, paving way for stronger Pakistan-Saudi parliamentary cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Monday, June 23, 2025 (WNP): A high-level parliamentary delegation from the Saudi Shura Council visited the Parliament House on Monday, marking a significant milestone in advancing parliamentary cooperation between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The delegation, warmly received by members of the National Assembly and senior officials, was given a detailed briefing on the workings of Pakistan’s...
KP governor honours leading journalists for responsible coverage during Pakistan-India conflict
PESHAWAR, Saturday, June 21, 2025 (WNP): Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Saturday night conferred special awards on four senior journalists in recognition of their responsible and balanced reporting during the recent Pakistan-India conflict, codenamed Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos besides others. Those honoured at the prestigious ceremony held at the Governor House, Peshawar, included Hanif Qamar, Director News at SACH TV;...
Iranian ambassador denounces U.S., Israeli strikes as violation of int’l law
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, June 23, 2025 (WNP): Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam, in a strongly worded statement amid rising tensions in the Middle East, condemned the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, calling them a blatant violation of international law and a calculated attempt to destabilize the region on Sunday. Addressing an emergency press conference at the...
Senior Journalist Sohail Iqbal Bhatti honoured for responsible reporting during Pakistan-India conflict
PESHAWAR, Saturday, June 21, 2025 (WNP): Veteran journalist and anchorperson Sohail Iqbal Bhatti of GTV was awarded on Saturday night for his balanced and responsible reporting during the recent Pakistan-India conflict, codenamed Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos. The award was presented by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi at a special ceremony held at the Governor House in Peshawar. Recognizing Bhatti's professional integrity and...
Trump launches strikes on Iran nuclear sites, escalating Middle East tensions & testing peacemaker claims
WASHINGTON, Sunday, June 22, 2025 (WNP): In a dramatic turn of events, U.S. President Donald J. Trump announced late Saturday that American forces had conducted precision strikes on three nuclear facilities in Iran, marking a sharp escalation in an already volatile Middle East conflict and raising questions over Trump’s self-declared mission as a global “peacemaker.” In a nationally televised address...
Saudi Arabia urges restraint, condemns violation of Iranian sovereignty amid escalating tensions
RIYADH, Sunday, June 22, 2025 (WNP): The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has expressed deep concern over the escalating situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran, particularly in light of reported U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday, the Kingdom reiterated its condemnation of any violation of Iranian sovereignty, reaffirming...
Saudi Arabia facilitates smooth departure of 2,700 Iranian pilgrims daily through coordinated air, ground operations
MADINAH, Sunday, June 22, 2025 (WNP): Hundreds of Iranian pilgrims departed Madinah through Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport, making their way to Arar en route to Iran via the Jadidat Arar border crossing, as part of post-Hajj departure operations. The pilgrims praised the Saudi government for facilitating a smooth and efficient travel experience, commending the comprehensive services provided during...