Iranian FM Araghchi meets Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in Mashhad
Iranian and Pakistani officials hold talks on sidelines of Araghchi’s arrival in Mashhad, where Naqvi visited the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS) MASHHAD, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Pakistani Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi in Mashhad on Wednesday, holding talks on the sidelines of the Pakistani minister’s visit to the Iranian city to...
Saudi Arabia emerges as global AI hub, World Bank report highlights
Kingdom ranks among top 10 countries for private AI investment, attracts specialized talent and advances integrated government data infrastructure RIYADH, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): Saudi Arabia is strengthening its position in the global artificial intelligence landscape, with the World Bank Group’s World Development Report 2026, titled The Promise of Artificial Intelligence, placing the Kingdom among the world’s top 10...
KSrelief distributes 60 food baskets to flood-affected families in Afghanistan
Assistance benefits 420 individuals from 60 families under Saudi humanitarian programme KABUL, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 60 food baskets to families affected by floods in Afghanistan, benefiting 420 individuals from 60 families. The distribution was carried out as part of the 2026 Food Security and Emergency Project for Flood-Affected People...
Russia and COMSTECH explore new avenues for scientific, academic cooperation
Ambassador Albert P. Khorev, COMSTECH Coordinator General Prof. Dr. M. Iqbal Choudhary discuss expanding academic exchanges, scholarships, joint research and Russia-Pakistan scientific collaboration ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Pakistan Albert P. Khorev received a delegation of the Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (COMSTECH), headed by...
Iranian Ambassador calls on Defence Minister Khawaja Asif
Pakistan reaffirms commitment to strengthening longstanding brotherly ties with Iran and expanding bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghaddam, called on Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif here on Wednesday and discussed matters of mutual interest and bilateral cooperation. The two sides...
Iran envoy briefs Dar on bilateral cooperation, regional situation
DPM/FM reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to deepening engagement with Iran; stresses dialogue and diplomacy for lasting regional peace and stability ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday and briefed him on progress under various bilateral institutional mechanisms aimed at strengthening...
President Zardari receives credentials from ambassadors-designate of Italy, South Korea
President expresses confidence in stronger Pakistan-Italy ties, seeks expanded trade and investment with South Korea ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday received the credentials of Ambassador-designate of Italy Ugo Ciarlatani and Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Korea Han Sungho at a ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr. During his meeting with Ambassador Ciarlatani, the President expressed confidence...
President confers Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Syed Aamer Raza
CNSC honoured for meritorious contributions, outstanding professional acumen and distinguished services to Pakistan’s defence and security ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday conferred the prestigious Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Syed Aamer Raza, HI (M), S Bt, Commander National Strategic Command (CNSC), in recognition of his meritorious contributions, outstanding professional acumen and distinguished services towards...
Colombian President declares state of disaster after powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake
7.4-magnitude quake strikes near San José del Palmar, with tremors felt across Colombia and neighbouring countries as authorities mobilize emergency response efforts. MOSCOW, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP/ RIA Novosti): Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has signed a decree declaring a state of disaster across the country following a powerful earthquake, El Tiempo newspaper reported on Wednesday. A 7.4-magnitude earthquake...
Trump says Iran situation is ‘absolutely fine,’ claims US has ‘total control’ of Strait of Hormuz
Trump says Washington has ‘total control’ of Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Tehran persist; US president signals continued pressure on Iran while diplomatic efforts remain uncertain. WASHINGTON, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP/ RIA Novosti): US President Donald Trump has described the situation with Iran as “absolutely fine,” while claiming that the United States has total control over the strategically...