Russian Embassy School hosts concert marking Victory anniversary
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, May 9, 2026 (WNP): The Russian Embassy School in Islamabad hosted a commemorative concert as part of celebrations marking the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. The event was attended by ambassadors of Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. In her opening remarks, Russian Chargé d’Affaires ad interim Natalia Shmeleva said Victory Day remained a...
Erdoğan, KRG Prime Minister discuss regional situation, Iraq stability
ISTANBUL, Saturday, May 9, 2026 (WNP): President of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq Masrour Barzani at the Presidential Dolmabahçe Working Office, where the two sides discussed the latest regional developments. During the meeting, Erdoğan expressed sorrow over the targeting of Iraqi territories, including Erbil, amid tensions linked to the conflict between the...
Putin, foreign leaders lay flowers at Tomb of Unknown Soldier after Victory Parade
MOSCOW, Saturday, May 9, 2026 (WNP): President of Vladimir Putin and foreign leaders attending Victory Day celebrations on Saturday laid flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier following the military parade in Moscow. The ceremony was held to honour Soviet soldiers who lost their lives during the Second World War in the fight against Nazism. Leaders participating in the commemorative...
Uzbek President attends Victory Day events in Moscow
MOSCOW, Saturday, May 9, 2026 (WNP): President of Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Saturday participated in ceremonial events in Moscow marking the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Second World War. Following the military parade held at Red Square, Mirziyoyev joined other heads of state in laying flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to honour those who lost their lives...
Mirziyoyev, Putin discuss strategic partnership, economic cooperation in Moscow
MOSCOW, Friday, May 8, 2026 (WNP): President of Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of Vladimir Putin held talks in Moscow on Friday within the framework of events marking the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Second World War. At the outset of the meeting, the two leaders exchanged congratulations on the commemorative occasion and discussed the further development of Uzbekistan-Russia relations...
EU envoys mark Europe Day with symbolic cake celebrating Pakistan-EU partnership
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, May 9, 2026 (WNP): European Union ambassadors on Saturday marked Europe Day by preparing a symbolic cake using ingredients from across Europe to celebrate unity, diversity and partnership with Pakistan. In a social media message, the EU mission said the special cake was garnished with the essence of Pakistan-European Union cooperation and the spirit of “Unity in Diversity.” “Today...
Zelenskyy says Ukraine an inseparable part of European family on Europe Day
KYIV, Saturday, May 9, 2026 (WNP): President of Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday said Ukraine was marking Europe Day with the firm belief that it was already an inseparable part of the European family and was defending not only its own future but also the future of Europe. In a statement issued on Europe Day, Zelenskyy said Ukraine was observing the...
Saudi ambassador, Senator Mandviwala discuss matters of mutual interest
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, May 9, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki on Saturday met Senator Saleem Mandviwalla, Chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue. According to the Saudi ambassador, the meeting featured friendly discussions on matters of mutual interest. The two sides also exchanged views on issues related to bilateral cooperation and parliamentary...
Türkiye showcases defence, aviation capabilities during UAE delegation’s visit to SAHA EXPO 2026
ISTANBUL, Saturday, May 9, 2026 (WNP): Minister of Industry and Technology of Türkiye Mehmet Fatih Kacır on Saturday said Türkiye continues to share its strong vision and technological advancements in defence, aviation, and space industries with friendly and brotherly nations. Speaking during the visit of Vice President of the United Arab Emirates Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his delegation...
Namangan gears up for 65th International Flower Festival, nearly 1 million foreign tourists expected
NAMANGAN, Friday, May 8, 2026 (WNP): The Uzbek city of Namangan is preparing to host the 65th edition of the International Flower Festival, with organisers expecting around 1 million foreign tourists from more than 50 countries and over 7 million local visitors. The city, one of the most populous and historically rich regions of Uzbekistan, has a heritage spanning more...