UK minister appreciates Pakistan’s role in facilitating US-Iran agreement
ISLAMABAD, Monday, June 15, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday received Hamish Falconer, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), for discussions on bilateral relations and regional developments. During the meeting, Hamish Falconer conveyed the United Kingdom’s deep appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive diplomatic role in facilitating...
Iran consults regional partners on Islamabad Accord, stresses implementation, regional stability
TEHRAN, Monday, June 15, 2026 (WNP): Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Monday held a series of telephone conversations with his counterparts from Türkiye, Iraq, Egypt, Japan and Saudi Arabia to discuss progress on the Islamabad Accord and the next steps toward its implementation. According to statements released by the Iranian government, Araghchi discussed the accord and its key provisions...
Pakistan announces Iran-US peace deal, signing ceremony set for June 19 in Switzerland
ISLAMABAD, Monday, June 15, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday announced that a peace agreement between the United States and the Iran had been reached following intensive negotiations, with both sides agreeing to an immediate and permanent cessation of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon. In a statement, the prime minister said the official signing ceremony...
Uzbekistan strengthens anti-drug laws with tougher penalties, focus on youth protection
TASHKENT, Monday, June 15, 2026 (WNP): Head of the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Saida Mirziyoyeva, on Monday announced the enactment of a major new law aimed at strengthening accountability for drug-related crimes, describing it as a decisive step to protect public health, safeguard the nation’s future generations and combat organized narcotics networks. In a statement,...
UK PM welcomes Iran-US agreement, praises Pakistan’s mediation efforts
LONDON, Monday, June 15, 2026 (WNP): British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday welcomed the agreement reached between the United States and Iran, describing it as a major step toward ending the conflict, restoring regional stability and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement, Starmer congratulated U.S. President Donald Trump and mediators from Pakistan, Qatar and other countries for...
Ayaz Sadiq hails Pakistan’s role in ending 47-year US-Iran diplomatic deadlock
ISLAMABAD, Monday, June 15, 2026 (WNP): Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Monday hailed Pakistan’s role in facilitating the breakthrough between the United States and Iran, describing the end of the 47-year diplomatic deadlock as a historic achievement for the country and a major contribution to global peace. Addressing the National Assembly, the speaker said Pakistan had...
Iranian envoy meets NA speaker, appreciates Pakistan’s role in Iran-US peace agreement
ISLAMABAD, Monday, June 15, 2026 (WNP): Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, on Monday called on Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and discussed bilateral relations, regional developments and the recent Iran-United States peace agreement. During the meeting, Speaker Ayaz Sadiq extended heartfelt congratulations to the leadership and people of Iran on the peace agreement reached between...
U.S. Diplomat Natalie Baker praises Pakistani hospitality, culture, cricket
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, June 14, 2026 (WNP): Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker has praised Pakistan’s warmth, hospitality and rich cultural traditions, saying her experience in the country has extended far beyond diplomatic engagements. Speaking during an informal conversation over a cup of Pakistani chai, Baker shared her appreciation for various aspects of Pakistani life, including its people, cuisine, cricket and wedding...
Türkiye, Uzbekistan celebrate enduring brotherhood with inauguration of Uzbekistan Neighborhood in earthquake-hit Hatay
HATAY, Saturday, June 13, 2026 (WNP): Türkiye and Uzbekistan on Saturday reaffirmed their deep-rooted friendship and strategic partnership as senior leaders from both countries attended the naming ceremony of the Uzbekistan Neighborhood, Şevket Mirziyoyev Boulevard and accompanying public spaces in the earthquake-affected province of Hatay. The ceremony was attended by Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye Numan Kurtulmuş...
Erdoğan rallies Türkiye ahead of World Cup opener, urges team to write a new chapter of glory
ANKARA, Saturday, June 13, 2026 (WNP): Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Saturday delivered an emotional message of support to Türkiye's national football team ahead of its opening FIFA World Cup match against Australia, saying the entire nation stood united behind the squad as it embarks on its first World Cup campaign in 24 years. Addressing the players in a...