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Members of the anti-terrorism squad are seen surrounding the compound where Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden was killed in Abbottabad, on May 4, 2011. — ReutersISLAMABAD: When the United States Navy SEALs raided Osama bin Laden’s compound in Abbottabad, a power-sharing agreement was being signed at the Presidency between the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q), reveals a new book documenting significant events from Asif Ali Zardari’s previous term as president.”The agreement was finalised around 1:30am on May 2, precisely when US Navy SEALs were infiltrating the country, raiding the compound, killing Osama bin Laden, and…
Muslim pilgrims attend Friday prayer at the Grand mosque ahead of annual Haj pilgrimage in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia August 17, 2018. — ReutersSaudi Arabia has renewed its call for strict compliance with Hajj regulations, underscoring the importance of holding a valid permit to participate in the annual pilgrimage.The Saudi Ministry of Interior reiterated that individuals found performing Hajj without a valid permit will face immediate deportation and a 10-year entry ban. Officials emphasised that possession of a permit is a mandatory requirement for participation in the pilgrimage, Saudi Press Agency reported. The ministry called on all…
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks with the media inside the parliament premises in New Delhi, India, January 31, 2023. — ReutersOperation Sindoor framed as national mission by Indian PM.India claims global peace, despite war posturing.Pakistan condemns ‘hate-driven’ Indian war narrative.KARACHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday escalated his rhetoric against Pakistan, claiming that what were previously viewed as proxy wars now constitute a “well-thought-out strategy” by Islamabad, and warning that India would respond “accordingly” if faced with acts of war, The News reported.Addressing a ceremony in Gandhinagar, Indian Gujarat, Modi invoked a nationalist narrative rooted in historical grievances,…
Shaheen Afridi gestures during a match. — Reuters/FileThe Fédération Internationale de Football Association (Fifa) has paid tribute by ranking Pakistan’s fast bowler Shaheen Afridi alongside football’s greats.In a recent Instagram post by the official Fifa World Cup account, Afridi was featured alongside football giants Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr, and Luka Modrić. who are all famously associated with the iconic number 10 jersey. The post simply captioned: “The iconic” and celebrated the global legends who have donned the number. Notably, this recognition places Afridi in elite company. This marks a unique crossover between cricket and football and underscoring the fast bowler’s…
Brad Pitt offers his home to Jennifer Aniston after recent harassment incidentBrad Pitt extended support to his ex-wife Jennifer Aniston, offering her his home after a man crashed through the front gate of her Bel Air home.According to Closer Magazine, the F1 actor offered his Los Angeles home to the Friends actor following the harassment incident. As per reports, a 48-year-old was charged with stalking and vandalism after crashing his car into the gates of Aniston’s home and sending her unwanted messages.Following the incident, a source told the publication that Aniston’s “stalking nightmare has been a living hell, but she’s…
Foreign minister Wang Yi is meeting top diplomats from 11 Pacific nations in the Chinese city of Xiamen.China is hosting a high-level meeting with 11 Pacific Island nations as it seeks to deepen ties and build what it calls a “closer” community with “a shared future” in the strategic region. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is chairing the meeting in the city of Xiamen on Wednesday. The president of Kiribati, Taneti Maamau, and top diplomats from Niue, Tonga, Nauru, Micronesia, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, Cook Islands, Fiji and Samoa are attending. The two-day meeting is the third such…
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PTI founder Imran Khan pictured after appearing at the Lahore High Court on March 17, 2023. — AFPGandapur has reportedly been in contact with the group.Delegation has yet to meet with any key officials in Islamabad.Criticism of establishment has reportedly worsened tensions.ISLAMABAD: As Imran Khan’s legal and political fortunes remain uncertain, a group of US-based Pakistani doctors and businessmen is seeking a meeting with him at Adiala jail anytime this week, informed sources have revealed.According to sources, PTI founder Khan is aware of the delegation’s presence in the country and, the group believes, is ready to meet them. The specifics…
Students walk on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, US, May 23, 2025. — ReutersTrump admin to terminate about $100m in contracts with Harvard.Administration says it is complying with court order on int’l students.Further court hearing on the matter set for Thursday.US President Donald Trump’s administration plans to terminate the federal government’s remaining contracts with Harvard University, according to a letter sent to federal agencies on Tuesday.The letter, from the US General Services Administration, directs all federal agencies to review and potentially terminate or reallocate their contracts with Harvard, which an official valued at about $100 million. Harvard…
Deborra-Lee Furness reacts to claim Hugh Jackman, Sutton Foster moving in togetherDeborra-Lee Furness is reportedly “shattered” by the reports claiming that her estranged husband, Hugh Jackman, is taking his relationship to the next level with new love, Sutton Foster.Recently, an insider spilled to Australian news outlet New Idea that Hugh and Suttor are now living together in the Deadpool & Wolverine actor’s NYC’s penthouse. “They’re inseparable,” the source said. “[Sutton is] slowly migrating her things over to Hugh’s place.”The confidant further claimed that Deborra-Lee, who once shared the home with Hugh, is “shattered knowing Sutton is making the penthouse her…