Fear grips Northern Israel as civilian exodus grows, military faces manpower strain
TEL AVIV, Saturday, April 4, 2026 (WNP): A wave of fear and uncertainty has gripped northern Israel, particularly areas bordering southern Lebanon, prompting thousands of civilians to relocate to safer regions amid escalating tensions. Reports indicate that the movement is not limited to civilians alone, as members of the Israel Defense Forces are also seeking to move their families to...
War, leverage & global economy: Who holds upper hand?
By Abida Khan ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 4, 2026 (WNP): The war between the United States, Israel and Iran has now entered its fifth week, raising a defining question for policymakers and observers alike: who holds the strategic leverage, Washington or Tehran? Beyond the battlefield, this conflict is deeply intertwined with the global economy, particularly the strategic importance of the Strait of...
Trump signals Iran war endgame, but tensions remain high
By Abida Khan ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 4, 2026 (WNP): President Trump repeated the approach he has followed for the past five weeks since the outbreak of the conflict with Iran: projecting the impression of ending the war, causing renewed market volatility, and repeatedly claiming U.S. victory and Iran’s defeat. Analysts say Trump appears eager to conclude the conflict, but a resolution...
Russian Ambassador meets Sindh Governor to discuss cooperation
KARACHI, Friday, April 3, 2026 (WNP): During his working visit to Karachi, Ambassador Albert P. Khorev met with Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi to discuss the province’s current political situation amid ongoing international developments. Ambassador Khorev highlighted opportunities to strengthen interregional cooperation and establish new links through sister-city partnerships. He identified priority areas including Russian assistance in water resource management,...
Saudi, Pakistan FMs discuss bilateral ties, regional developments
RIYADH, Friday, April 3, 2026 (WNP): Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, received a telephone call from Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. During the call, the two leaders reviewed the fraternal ties between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening...
Russian ambassador visits Sindh’s historical sites
THATTA, Thursday, April 2, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador Albert P. Khorev, accompanied by staff from the Russian Embassy and Consulate General, visited several of Sindh’s prominent historical sites on Thursday, including the Chaukundi Tombs, the Makli Necropolis – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and the 17th-century Shah Jahan Mosque in Thatta, celebrated for its intricate decoration. The delegation also reviewed...
TİKA completes first phase of Javed Manzil Museum renovation project
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, April 2, 2026 (WNP): The Country Coordinator of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA), Saliha Tuna, has said that the successful completion of the first phase of the Javed Manzil Museum Renovation Project marks a significant step towards transforming the historic site into a modern museum facility. She said the initial phase encompassed comprehensive site surveys, detailed...
Iranians express gratitude to Pakistan in Tehran with flag display, slogans
TEHRAN, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (WNP): Citizens in Tehran expressed gratitude to Pakistan by displaying the Pakistani flag and chanting slogans of appreciation during a public gathering at Vali Asr Square. According to reports, participants held placards and raised slogans thanking Pakistan for its support and solidarity, with messages indicating that the Iranian people would not forget Pakistan’s goodwill and...
Saudi minister to chair 15th meeting of Awqaf Council with participation of member states
RIYADH, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (WNP): Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance of Saudi Arabia Abdullatif Al Alsheikh will chair the 15th meeting of the Executive Council of the Conference of Ministers of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs of Islamic countries on Thursday via video conference from Jeddah. The meeting will be attended by ministers from member states, with the...
Iran Envoy raises key questions on conflict, reaffirms support for diplomacy
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam has appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for de-escalation while raising critical questions regarding the ongoing regional situation and future course of negotiations. In a detailed statement, the envoy acknowledged the goodwill and “good offices” of Pakistan in seeking to halt as US-Israeli aggression...