Saudi, Pakistani Interior Ministers discuss security cooperation
RIYADH, Friday, May 22, 2026 (WNP): Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif Al Saud received a telephone call from Mohsin Naqvi during which both leaders discussed matters of mutual interest and reviewed avenues of security cooperation and coordination between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. According to details shared by the Saudi Ministry of Interior, the conversation focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in...
Field Marshal Asim Munir arrives in Tehran amid ongoing regional mediation efforts
ISLAMABAD, Friday, May 22, 2026 (WNP): Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), arrived in Tehran on Friday as part of ongoing regional mediation and diplomatic engagement efforts aimed at promoting peace, stability, and de-escalation in the region. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations, the field marshal was received and warmly welcomed upon...
Ronaldo leads Al Nassr to historic Saudi pro league title
RIYADH, Thursday, May 21, 2026 (WNP): Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Al Nassr FC defeated Damac FC 4-1 on Thursday to clinch the Saudi Pro League title, marking the Portuguese superstar’s first league triumph in Saudi Arabia since joining the club in January 2023. The victory secured Al Nassr’s 11th Saudi league crown and their first domestic championship since Ronaldo’s...
Saudi Arabia welcomes US diplomatic initiative, appreciates Pakistan’s mediation efforts for regional stability
RIYADH, Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (WNP): Minister of the Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud has said that Saudi Arabia highly appreciates the decision of Donald Trump to give diplomacy an opportunity to reach an acceptable agreement for ending the ongoing conflict and restoring regional stability, particularly with regard to maritime security in the strategically...
Russia, China launch years of cooperation in education to deepen strategic partnership
BEIJING, Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (WNP): Russia and China have officially launched the “Years of Russia-China Cooperation in Education,” marking a new phase in bilateral relations for expanding academic exchanges, language learning, scientific collaboration, and people-to-people connectivity between the two neighboring powers. The initiative reflects the growing strategic partnership between Moscow and Beijing and underscores the increasing importance both countries...
Putin arrives in Beijing for state visit, talks with Xi Jinping
BEIJING, Wednesday, May 19, 2026 (WNP): Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Wednesday night for a two-day state visit to China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping amid deepening strategic cooperation between the two countries. The visit coincides with the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Russia-China Treaty of Good-Neighbourliness, Friendship and Cooperation, as well...
Saudi ambassador sees off Hajj guests, reaffirms Kingdom’s commitment to pilgrims’ comfort
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, May 19, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of the Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki bid farewell to the guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Hajj Program at the embassy, reaffirming the Kingdom’s unwavering commitment to ensuring maximum facilities and comfort for pilgrims performing Hajj. The pilgrims are travelling under the prestigious Hajj Guests Program...
Dar, Qatari Minister discuss regional situation, stress dialogue, diplomacy
ISLAMABAD, Monday, May 18, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Qatar Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi to discuss the evolving regional situation and matters of mutual interest. During the conversation, both leaders exchanged views on recent regional developments and underscored the importance of dialogue and...
Saudi Arabia intercepts three drones entering from Iraqi airspace
RIYADH, Monday, May 18, 2026 (WNP): The official spokesperson for the Saudi Ministry of Defense, Turki Al-Maliki, said Saudi air defense forces intercepted and destroyed three drones after they entered the Kingdom’s airspace from Iraqi territory. According to the spokesperson, the incident occurred on the morning of Sunday, May 17, 2026. Major General Turki Al-Maliki said the drones were successfully intercepted...
Ishaq Dar, Saudi envoy discuss bilateral ties, regional situation
ISLAMABAD, Monday, May 18, 2026 (WNP): The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Said Al-Malky, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday and discussed bilateral relations, regional developments and matters of mutual interest. During the meeting, both sides reviewed the fraternal relations between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi...