275th Corps Commanders’ Conference: Pakistan Armed Forces vow to intensify counter-terror operations, mark Marka-e-Haq anniversary, reject Afghan allegations
RAWALPINDI, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (WNP): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Hilal-e-Jurat, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces of Pakistan, presided over the 275th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at General Headquarters, Rawalpindi. The forum paid rich tribute to the Shuhada of the Armed Forces, law enforcement agencies, and civilians who sacrificed their lives in...
Hajj security forces arrest four for violating permit regulations in Makkah
MAKKAH, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (WNP): Hajj security forces have arrested three residents, one visitor, and one citizen for violating Hajj regulations and attempting to perform the pilgrimage without the required permits. Authorities said the arrests were made as part of ongoing efforts to enforce Hajj permit rules and ensure orderly management of pilgrims during the season. Officials reiterated that entry...
Ukraine, Bahrain discuss Gulf security, drone cooperation, expansion of bilateral economic ties
MANAMA, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (WNP): King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, focusing on regional security dynamics in the Middle East and the Gulf, alongside expanding bilateral cooperation in defence, economy, and diplomacy. Describing the meeting as “good and productive,” Zelenskyy said the discussions covered the evolving security landscape, including recent...
Paigham-e-Islam Conference to spotlight Muslim unity, Marka-e-Haq victory, Pakistan-Saudi defence pact
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (WNP): The Sixth International Paigham-e-Islam Conference will be held on Wednesday at the Jinnah Convention Centre, bringing together prominent religious scholars, intellectuals and representatives from across Pakistan and the Muslim world to deliberate on key challenges facing the Ummah and promote unity, peace and interfaith harmony. Prime Minister’s Coordinator for National Paigham-e-Aman Committee and Chairman...
Saudi envoy hosts reception in honour of Palestinian religious leaders in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of the Saudi Arabia to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki hosted a dinner reception at his residence in honour of senior Palestinian religious leaders participating in the Sixth International Paigham-e-Islam Conference in the federal capital. The reception was attended by Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf along with...
Saudi Crown Prince reaffirms solidarity with UAE, condemns Iranian attacks
RIYADH, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (WNP): Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held a telephone conversation with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, reaffirming the Kingdom’s strong solidarity with the United Arab Emirates following recent regional developments. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, the Crown Prince strongly condemned unjustified Iranian attacks targeting the UAE, expressing...
Saudi Arabia urges de-escalation, backs Pakistan’s mediation; condemns attacks on UAE
RIYADH, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (WNP): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia has called for restraint and de-escalation amid rising regional tensions, while expressing support for Pakistan’s mediation efforts aimed at achieving a political solution and preventing further instability. In an official statement, the Kingdom voiced concern over the ongoing military escalation in the region and stressed the...
Italy, Azerbaijan agree to elevate ties, enhance cooperation across key sectors: Meloni
BAKU, Monday, May 4, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni on Monday said Italy and Azerbaijan had agreed to elevate their bilateral relationship through closer political coordination and expanded cooperation in key sectors, including energy, defence, and connectivity. Addressing a joint press conference with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev in Baku, Meloni termed her visit as politically significant,...
Mirziyoyev unveils AI, green energy, regional connectivity initiatives at ADB annual meeting
SAMARKAND, Monday, May 4, 2026 (WNP): President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Tuesday outlined an ambitious roadmap for economic transformation, regional connectivity and sustainable development while addressing the 59th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank in Samarkand. Welcoming delegates from over 100 countries, the Uzbek president said his country is undergoing a “new phase of development,”...
Makkah Route Initiative leverages AI, digital systems to facilitate pilgrims’ travel
ISLAMABAD, Monday, May 4, 2026 (WNP): The Makkah Route Initiative has continued to play a pioneering role for the eighth consecutive year by utilizing advanced data and artificial intelligence technologies to facilitate pilgrims, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. Operating under an integrated system led by the Ministry of Interior Saudi Arabia, the initiative is being implemented...