Iranian Envoy pays tribute to Dr. Ali Larijani on Chehelom, condemns assassination
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, April 26, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, on Sunday paid tribute to Ali Larijani on the 40th-day memorial anniversary (Chehelom) of his martyrdom, describing him as a distinguished statesman, philosopher and a symbol of rational and pragmatic politics. In a statement, the ambassador said the late Larijani, who served as Secretary of Iran’s...
Iranian Envoy lauds Pakistan’s role in promoting regional peace, concludes diplomatic visit
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, April 26, 2026 (WNP): Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, has expressed profound gratitude to the government, armed forces and people of Pakistan for their efforts in facilitating regional peace and ensuring the successful completion of a high-level Iranian diplomatic visit. In a statement shared on his official X account, the ambassador said the recent visit of...
Pakistan Army’s role in ‘Black Hawk Down’ rescue highlighted amid renewed debate over portrayal
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 25, 2026 (WNP): The role of the Pakistan Army in the rescue of stranded US personnel during the Battle of Mogadishu—popularly known through Black Hawk Down—has resurfaced in discussions following recent portrayals of the incident. During the 1993 operation in Mogadishu, troops from the Pakistan Army, deployed under the United Nations Operation in Somalia II, played a...
Captain Muhammad Haider Ali honoured with Sitara-e-Basalat for role in ‘Marka-e-Haq’
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 25, 2026 (WNP): Captain Muhammad Haider Ali has been conferred the Sitara-e-Basalat in recognition of his outstanding service during “Marka-e-Haq,” where he served as a Missile Launch Officer operating the FATAH-I Multi Launch Rocket System (MLRS). According to official sources, Captain Haider Ali performed his duties with exceptional professionalism and precision, contributing significantly to the operational success...
Amid ME crisis, Pakistan emerges as central actor asserting beyond South Asia: US magazine
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 25, 2026 (WNP): As regional tensions continue to reshape the geopolitical landscape, Pakistan has firmly established itself as a critical player in international diplomacy, effectively stepping into the role of a central mediator in the ongoing crisis between the United States and Iran. In a recent article, the US-based The National Interest magazine highlights the significance of...
Pakistan, Iran hold key talks as FM Abbas Araghchi meets Field Marshal Asim Munir
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 25, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan and Iran held important consultations as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Syed Asim Munir during his visit to Islamabad. According to official sources, the meeting focused on matters of mutual interest and the overall regional situation, reflecting ongoing high-level engagement between the two...
Pakistan launches indigenous EO-3 satellite, achieves major milestone in space capabilities
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 25, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan has successfully launched its indigenous electro-optical satellite EO-3, marking a significant milestone in the country’s growing space capabilities, according to official sources. The satellite was launched by the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre, further strengthening Pakistan’s position in the domain of space technology and Earth...
PM Shehbaz, President Pezeshkian discuss regional peace efforts in 50-minute call
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 25, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday held a telephonic conversation with President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian, during which the two leaders discussed the evolving regional situation and ongoing efforts to promote peace and stability. During the warm and cordial interaction that lasted around fifty minutes, both sides held a detailed exchange of views on...
PM Shehbaz meets Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi, emphasizes dialogue for regional stability
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 25, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday received Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi at the Prime Minister’s House, where the two sides held an in-depth meeting lasting approximately two hours. The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Syed...
Ishaq Dar, Abbas Araghchi discuss ceasefire, regional developments in phone call
ISLAMABAD, Friday, April 24, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a telephone call on Friday from the Foreign Minister of Iran, Abbas Araghchi, during which both leaders exchanged views on regional developments and ongoing diplomatic efforts. According to official sources, the two sides discussed the prevailing ceasefire situation and Islamabad’s diplomatic engagement in the...