Doctors must help shape health policy to build a civilized society: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
KARACHI, January 13, 2026 (WNP) — Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Tuesday emphasized the pivotal role of doctors in strengthening Pakistan’s public healthcare system, asserting that healthcare professionals must be given a meaningful voice in shaping national health policy, public health reforms and medical education. Addressing the convocation ceremony of Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU) as...
From a makeshift classroom to provincial leadership: Balochistan CM Sarfraz Bugti champions education in Dera Bugti
QUETTA, Tuesday, January 13, 2026 (WNP): Chief Minister of Balochistan Sarfraz Bugti’s personal journey from hardship to high office has emerged as a powerful symbol of resilience, social mobility, and the transformative power of education in Pakistan’s most underdeveloped regions. Raised in Dera Bugti, Bugti received his early education sitting on a tat (reed mat) under the shade of a...
Norway pledges $400 million aid to Ukraine, Zelenskyy hails strategic support
KYIV, Monday, January 12, 2026 (WNP): Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday welcomed Norway’s decision to provide a $400 million aid package to Ukraine, describing it as a critical contribution to supporting the country amid ongoing Russian aggression. During a meeting with Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide, President Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for Norway’s consistent support for Ukraine’s...
Indonesian Defence Minister, Chief of Air Staff reinforce cooperation in capacity building, training, technological collaboration
ISLAMABAD, Monday, January 12, 2026 (WNP): A high-level defence delegation from Indonesia, led by Minister of Defence Lieutenant General (Retd) Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Air Staff of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), at Air Headquarters, Islamabad, following the recent state visit of the Indonesian President. The meeting reaffirmed...
Iran summons western ambassadors over support for violent rioters, presents evidence of sabotage
TEHRAN, Monday, January 12, 2026 (WNP): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran summoned the ambassadors of the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and France on Monday, presenting them with documented footage of violence committed by rioters during recent unrest. The meeting came in response to statements from these countries expressing support for the protests, which Tehran...
Dar, Iranian FM discuss regional developments, stress continued diplomatic engagement
ISLAMABAD, Monday, January 12, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday held a telephone conversation with Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, during which the two leaders exchanged views on the latest developments in Iran and the broader regional context. According to an official account, Senator Dar underscored the importance of sustained dialogue,...
Indonesian Defence Minister calls on Field Marshal to deepen cooperation amid regional security challenges
RAWALPINDI, Monday, January 12, 2026 (WNP): Indonesia’s Minister of Defence, Lieutenant General (Retd) Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, on Monday called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, underscoring the growing momentum in defence ties between the two countries. According to ISPR,...
Economic protests exploited by foreign actors, situation now stabilized in Iran: Cultural Counsellor Meshki
ISLAMABAD, Monday, January 12, 2026 (WNP): Iran’s Cultural Counsellor, Majid Meshki, has said that recent unrest in the Islamic Republic stemmed from economic grievances that were later exploited by hostile foreign actors, asserting that the situation has now largely stabilized following decisive government action and public support. In a detailed statement addressing recent demonstrations in Iran, Meshki said fluctuations in...
FM Dar, Uzbek counterpart reaffirm commitment to deepening political, economic, cultural ties
ISLAMABAD, Monday, January 12, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday held a telephone conversation with Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov, during which both sides reaffirmed the depth and positive trajectory of Pakistan–Uzbekistan bilateral relations. According to an official account, the two foreign ministers emphasized the need to sustain momentum in political dialogue,...
Iran marks ‘historic day’ as nationwide rallies signal public support: Supreme Leader
TEHRAN, Monday, January 12, 2026 (WNP): Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Monday described the latest nationwide rallies as a “historic day,” saying the large-scale public demonstrations reflected the Iranian nation’s resolve and thwarted foreign-backed attempts to sow unrest in the country. In a message, Imam Khamenei said the mass gatherings, marked by strong public participation across multiple...