Pakistan nominates Donald Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for role in defusing India-Pakistan crisis
ISLAMABAD, Friday, June 20, 2025 (WNP): The Government of Pakistan has announced its formal recommendation of U.S. President Donald J. Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, citing his “decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership” in de-escalating the recent crisis between India and Pakistan. In an official statement issued late Friday, Islamabad praised Trump’s efforts in averting a potentially catastrophic...
Pakistan storms into FIH nations cup final after thrilling shootout victory over France
KUALA LUMPUR, Friday, June 20, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan booked their place in the final of the FIH Men’s Nations Cup after edging past France 3–2 in a dramatic penalty shootout, following a nail-biting 3–3 draw in regulation time in the tournament's first semifinal on Friday. The high-octane clash in Kuala Lumpur saw both sides fiercely contesting the opening stages. Despite...
COAS lauds visually impaired diplomat Saima Saleem for remarkable service at UN
NEW YORK, Thursday, June 19, 2025 (WNP): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), on Thursday held an inspiring meeting with Saima Saleem, a visually impaired diplomat serving in Pakistan’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, and praised her exceptional contributions to the country’s diplomacy. Despite her visual impairment, Saima Saleem has earned widespread recognition...
Smooth return of Iranian pilgrims ensured through Jadidat Arar Crossing amid ongoing coordination efforts
ARAR, Thursday, June 19, 2025 (WNP): Saudi authorities have mobilized comprehensive resources and personnel to facilitate the smooth and secure return of Iranian pilgrims through the Jadidat Arar Border Crossing in the Northern Borders Region, following the successful conclusion of the Hajj season for the Islamic year 1446 AH. The General Directorate of Passports, in close coordination with other government...
Vision restored: KSrelief concludes nationwide eye treatment camps across Pakistan under Noor Saudi Volunteer Program 2025
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, June 19, 2025 (WNP): The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has successfully concluded a nationwide series of eye treatment camps across Pakistan under the Noor Saudi Volunteer Program 2025, offering life-changing vision care to tens of thousands in underserved communities. Organized in partnership with Al-Basar International Foundation and Al-Ibrahim Eye Hospital in Karachi, the initiative...
China urges de-escalation in Israel-Iran conflict, reaffirms global commitments
BEIJING, Thursday, June 19, 2025 (WNP): At a regular press briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun addressed a range of pressing international developments, including the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, China's growing cooperation with the Cook Islands, and Hong Kong’s rising global competitiveness. Guo expressed China’s deep concern over the intensifying hostilities between Israel and Iran, noting that the ongoing conflict...
MWM delegation meets CII chairman, urges fair representation of Shia perspective in national curriculum
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, June 19, 2025 (WNP): A delegation of Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) Pakistan, led its Chief Organizer Allama Syed Nasir Abbas Shirazi, on Thursday called on Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) Chairman, Dr. Raghib Hussain Naeemi to discuss key issues pertaining to sectarian representation and inclusivity in national education policy. The meeting, held on Thursday, included prominent figures such as...
China evacuates hundreds from Iran, Israel amid escalating conflict; urges de-escalation, warns against threats to sovereignty
By Rehan Khan BEIJING, Wednesday, June 18, 2025 (WNP): Amid intensifying hostilities between Iran and Israel, China has stepped up the evacuation of its nationals from both countries, successfully relocating hundreds with the support of neighboring states, the Foreign Ministry announced during a regular press briefing on Wednesday. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun confirmed that 791 Chinese citizens have already been...
UN urges urgent diplomacy as Iran-Israel conflict escalates; IAEA confirms strikes on nuclear sites, Tehran warns of ‘war against humanity’
UNITED NATIONS, Wednesday, June 18, 2025 (WNP): As the Iran-Israel conflict entered its sixth consecutive day, the United Nations’ Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights, Nada Al-Nashif, on Wednesday issued a strong call for urgent diplomatic dialogue to halt the ongoing missile strikes between Tehran and Tel Aviv. The conflict escalated last Friday when Israel launched targeted strikes on Iranian...