Iran, Pakistan enjoy ‘strategic depth’ in ties, Rezaei tells Naqvi
Iranian security official calls for expanded political, military and economic cooperation, urges major Muslim countries to strengthen unity and convergence TEHRAN, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WNP): Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Mohsen Rezaei has described the relationship between Iran and Pakistan as possessing “strategic depth,” saying the two countries have developed strong political, military and popular ties that...
Russian citizens in Pakistan invited to vote in State Duma elections on Sept 20
Russian Embassy announces polling stations in Islamabad and Karachi; eligible citizens aged 18 and above can vote without prior registration on September 20 ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (WNP): The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Pakistan has invited Russian citizens residing or temporarily staying in Pakistan to participate in the elections for deputies to the State Duma of the...
7.4-magnitude earthquake kills 132, injures over 570 in Colombia
By Rehan Khan Director Diplomatic & International Affairs “Powerful tremor devastates western Colombia, with Pereira among the hardest-hit cities; dozens of buildings collapse as rescue operations intensify and authorities warn of possible aftershocks.” PEREIRA, Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (WNP): At least 132 people have been killed and more than 570 others injured after a powerful magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday,...
President Pezeshkian lauds Pakistan’s commitment to stronger ties with Iran
Iran ready to deepen cooperation with Pakistan across political, economic, trade, cultural and security fields TEHRAN, Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (WNP): Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has commended Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Iran, stressing Tehran’s readiness to deepen cooperation across political, economic, trade, cultural and security fields. President Pezeshkian made the remarks during a meeting with Pakistan’s Interior Minister...
Dar speaks with Saudi, Iranian FMs, discusses regional developments, Makkah Defence Agreement
“Pakistan, Saudi Arabia reaffirm close coordination; Dar briefs Iranian FM on objectives of trilateral pact and regional peace efforts” ISLAMABAD, Monday, August 10, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held separate telephone conversations with the Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia and Iran on Monday, discussing matters of mutual interest, regional developments and efforts to...
PM Shehbaz hails Makkah Defence Pact, vows to eradicate terrorism, steer Pakistan towards peace, prosperity
“Prime Minister says trilateral agreement with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye is purely defensive; Cabinet approves National Housing Policy 2026, Pakistan Information Security Framework and key economic decisions” ISLAMABAD, Monday, August 10, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said the recently signed Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye was aimed exclusively at strengthening defence...
Turkmenistan, Afghanistan deepen cooperation on TAPI, trade, regional connectivity
TAPI pipeline, Lapis Lazuli corridor, energy, trade, education and humanitarian cooperation figure prominently in talks ASHGABAT, Monday, August 10, 2026 (WNP): Turkmenistan and Afghanistan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral economic and trade cooperation, with particular emphasis on the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline, transport connectivity, energy infrastructure and human-resource development. The understanding was reached during talks between National Leader of...
KSrelief distributes 49 food baskets to flood victims in Afghanistan
Saudi humanitarian assistance benefits 343 people from 49 flood-affected families in Jalalabad, Nangarhar Province JALALABAD, Monday, August 10, 2026 (WNP): The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 49 food baskets among people affected by floods in Jalalabad, Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, benefiting 343 individuals from 49 families. The assistance was provided under the Food Security Emergency Project for Flood-Affected...
Ali Şahin expresses gratitude to PM Shehbaz for congratulatory message on son’s wedding
"Turkish lawmaker and Türkiye-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group Chairman says Prime Minister’s message will remain a cherished memory for his family, hails his role in strengthening Pakistan-Türkiye brotherhood" ANKARA, Monday, August 10, 2026 (WNP): Chairman of the Türkiye-Pakistan Parliamentary Friendship Group and Member of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye Ali Şahin has expressed his deepest gratitude to Prime Minister Muhammad...
Saudi Arabia’s KSrelief distributes food baskets to 490 flood victims in Afghanistan
"Humanitarian assistance reaches 70 flood-affected families in Laghman Province under Saudi Arabia’s emergency food security initiative" KABUL, Sunday, August 9, 2026 (WNP): The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) distributed 70 food baskets to flood-affected people in Briyani village and the Wadi Noor Lam area of Afghanistan’s Laghman Province, benefiting 490 individuals from 70 families. The relief distribution was...