Bilawal highlights Pakistan’s pivotal role in US-Iran ceasefire, calls talks a step toward lasting peace
ISLAMABAD, Friday, April 10, 2026 (WNP): Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, has underscored Pakistan’s central role in facilitating the ceasefire and upcoming negotiations between the United States and Iran, expressing optimism that the process could lead to lasting peace. In an exclusive interview with BBC World, Bilawal thanked the leadership of both countries for accepting the...
US signals openness to Iran talks, stresses good-faith negotiations
ISLAMABAD, Friday, April 10, 2026 (WNP): The Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, has expressed optimism about upcoming negotiations with Iran, while emphasizing that progress will depend on Tehran’s willingness to engage in good faith. Speaking to reporters ahead of departure, Vance said the United States is looking forward to the talks and hopes for a positive outcome. “If...
Russia backs Islamabad talks, urges restraint as ‘window of opportunity’ opens for Gulf peace
MOSCOW, Friday, April 10, 2026 (WNP): The Foreign Ministry of Russia on Friday said a “window of opportunity” is emerging to resolve the complex situation in the Persian Gulf, expressing support for the upcoming negotiations between the United States and Iran set to begin in Islamabad. In an official statement, the ministry noted that a majority of countries are backing...
Tashkent positions itself as Central Asia’s investment hub ahead of Fifth International Investment Forum 2026
TASHKENT, Friday, April 10, 2026 (WNP): Tashkent is set to reinforce its emergence as Central Asia’s leading investment destination as it prepares to host the Fifth Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) from June 16–19, 2026. Held under the theme “Investment Resilience: New Frontiers, New Partnerships,” the forum will focus on safeguarding capital amid global uncertainty, strengthening institutional frameworks in frontier...
Islamabad Talks: Pakistan Ambassador says diplomacy offers ‘real opportunity’ for lasting peace
WASHINGTON, Friday, April 10, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has underscored the significance of ongoing diplomatic efforts leading to the Islamabad talks, expressing confidence that the process offers a viable path toward regional peace and stability. Speaking in an interview with Kristen Welker on NBC’s Meet the Press, the ambassador said extensive and “intense...
Attacks on Saudi energy facilities disrupt output, threaten global oil supply stability
RIYADH, Thursday, April 9, 2026 (WNP): An official source at the Ministry of Energy of Saudi Arabia has confirmed that multiple attacks targeting key energy infrastructure across the Kingdom have disrupted operations and impacted oil and gas output, raising concerns over global energy supply stability. According to the statement, critical facilities involved in oil and gas production, transportation, refining, petrochemicals,...
Dar, Saudi FM Faisal bin Farhan discuss regional situation; reaffirm commitment to peace efforts
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, April 9, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud on Thursday to exchange views on the evolving regional situation. During the call, Ishaq Dar expressed deep appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s steadfast support to Pakistan in its efforts to promote...
Pakistan, Türkiye FMs discuss regional situation; Ankara backs Islamabad’s ceasefire efforts
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, April 09, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Thursday evening, during which the two leaders discussed the evolving regional situation. During the call, the Turkish foreign minister appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic role in helping secure the recent ceasefire and extended Ankara’s full...
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni lauds Pakistan’s diplomatic role in US–Iran ceasefire, supports Islamabad peace initiative
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, April 9, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, Giorgia Meloni, on Thursday, during which both leaders discussed regional peace efforts and bilateral cooperation. Prime Minister Meloni appreciated Pakistan’s successful diplomatic efforts in facilitating the U.S.–Iran ceasefire and the resumption of dialogue. She also felicitated Prime Minister...
Tharoor flags ‘strategic failure’ as Pakistan gains recognition for peace efforts
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, April 09, 2026 (WNP): Senior Indian politician and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has voiced concern over a “massive strategic failure” in India’s foreign policy, while acknowledging Pakistan’s growing international prominence in efforts to promote regional peace. Speaking in an exclusive program on India Today, Tharoor referred to a recent statement by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who credited...