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ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan urged the National Assembly to allow the political dust surrounding the events of May 9 to settle, emphasising the need for dialogue and accountability. Addressing the lower house, Barrister Gohar said, “Enough is enough! We demand a fair resolution of the injustices we have faced. This parliament must act as the platform for dialogue. We have formed a negotiation committee, which should not be mistaken as a sign of weakness.” He warned that failure to provide a solution through dialogue would leave the party with no choice but to…

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : A Chinese business delegation has expressed ‘deep interest’ in establishing a $1 billion medical city in the Dhabeji Special Economic Zone (SEZ) located in Thatta, Sindh. The development came during a visit by a high-powered delegation of 12 major Chinese companies, accompanied by Special Assistant to the Chief Minister of Sindh on Investment and Public-Private Partnership Syed Qasim Naveed Qamar, at various sites of the Dhabeji SEZ on Wednesday. As per a statement issued by Sindh’s Investment Department, the Chinese business delegation expressed interest in investing across multiple sectors including cargo, electronic vehicles, fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, food and…

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Federal Minister for Power Sardar Awais Leghari said Pakistan is keen to enhance its existing friendly ties with Tajikistan. Speaking at the 7th session of Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Commission in Islamabad on Wednesday, he emphasized the need for exploring new avenues of cooperation in commercial and economic fields for mutual benefits of both the countries. The minister expressed the confidence that the deliberations at this meeting will result in concrete recommendations to advance relations in the areas of trade, energy, agriculture, education and industrial sectors. He noted that there is a great potential for trade between the two…

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday that the toppling of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was the result of a plan by the United States and Israel. One of Syria’s neighbours also had a role, he said. He did not name the country but appeared to be referring to Turkiye, which has backed anti-Assad rebels. Assad’s overthrow is widely seen as a major blow to the Iran-led “Axis of Resistance” political and military alliance that opposes Israeli and US influence in the Middle East. “What happened in Syria was mainly planned in the command rooms…

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Following the overthrow of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Israel has declared the 1974 Golan Heights buffer zone agreement null and void. Israeli forces have advanced into positions on Mount Hermon, a highly strategic peak near the Lebanon border. Mount Hermon’s elevation provides critical observational advantages, enhancing Israel’s ability to monitor Syria and Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon. The Israeli government claims the move is temporary and security-focused, while analysts highlight the potential for heightened regional tensions. Despite the Israeli claims, the international community continues to recognize the Golan Heights as Syrian territory.

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : The constitutional bench of Supreme Court on Wednesday gave remarks that constitution didn’t permit everyone to do phone tapping. A seven-member constitutional bench, headed by Justice Aminuddin Khan, conducted the hearing regarding the phone tapping. “Is there any legislation related to the phone tapping,” asked Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar. The additional attorney general said “there is a law that deals with the phone tapping.” “There is a procedure of phone tapping in the constitution since 2013. Both ISI and IB are notified to do phone tapping,” said the AAG. Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar said the phone tapping…

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said that PTI Imran Khan and Faiz Hameed were involved in all matters. Speaking to the media outside the Parliament House, Khawaja Asif said that Faiz Hameed was foremost among those who brought former Prime Minister Imran Khan to power. Their partnership began before the 2018 elections and remained intact on May 9. If evidence emerges, the situation may take different directions. Khawaja Asif noted that in the 2018 elections, PTI received substantial facilitation, with Faiz Hameed playing a role in the Senate Chairman and other elections. He asserted that time will reveal…

RAWALPINDI (PEN) : Pak-China joint exercise Warrior-VIII between Pakistan Army and Peoples Liberation Army of China concluded on Wednesday. According to ISPR, three-week long exercise in counter terrorism domain is 8th in the series of bilateral exercises being held annually. Distinguished Visitor’s Day (DVD) Ceremony of the exercise was conducted at Tilla Field Firing Range. Commander Rawalpindi Corps Lieutenant General Shahid Imtiaz graced the ceremony as chief guest while Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan along with dignitaries from China were also present. The dignitaries appreciated high standards of professionalism displayed by troops during the exercise.

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Pak-China Friendship Hospital (PCFH) in Gwadar has provided free, high-quality healthcare to over 21,000 patients, particularly women and children, in its first seven months of operation. Established with $100 million in Chinese funding under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the 150-bed facility offers advanced medical care across specialties such as gynecology, neurology, cancer care, and pediatrics. Operated by the Indus Hospital & Health Network, the hospital features a fully paperless system, easing access for the local illiterate population. Serving Gwadar and neighboring areas, it also introduced a “Help Desk Initiative” for seamless appointment scheduling and emergency services.…

ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said that as custodians of some of the most awe-inspiring mountains in the world, they reaffirmed the resolve to protect their natural environment, preserve their beauty for the future generations. “Today, on International Mountain Day, we join the global community, in recognition of the significance of mountains to our home planet and to the millions of people whose lives are intrinsically intertwined with these majestic landscapes,” the prime minister said in a message on the observance of the International Mountain Day, on December 11. This year’s theme “Mountain solutions for a sustainable…