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At least 3,700 excess deaths reported during heatwave in France, Belgium, Netherlands
France, the Netherlands and Belgium have recorded 3,700 excess deaths during the June heatwave that sent temperatures soaring across Europe, with authorities warning that the numbers are preliminary and could rise. Experts have said the heatwave, which lasted from about June 20-28, was the worst recorded in Europe, causing disruption to power generation, damaging infrastructure and…
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US, Iran talks conclude in Doha, focused on Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran concluded a round of indirect talks with no sign they had made headway toward a lasting peace, focusing instead on issues that they said had been resolved when an interim agreement was announced two weeks ago. Sources familiar with the discussions said negotiators for the two countries spent two days…
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Iran begins six-day funeral for former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
TEHRAN: The six-day state funeral for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began today (Friday), with authorities describing it as the largest public gathering in the capital’s history and framing the ceremonies as a demonstration of national unity and the Islamic Republic’s resilience following the recent war with the United States and Israel. Acting Tehran…
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US feared Israeli assassination attempts on Iranian negotiators during talks: NYT
The United States feared Israel could target Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during the recent diplomatic negotiations that begun in April this year, according to a report by the New York Times citing American officials. The report highlighted that Washington viewed the prospect of an Israeli assassination attempt on the senior…
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CENTCOM brings together Middle East defence chiefs in Bahrain as Syria takes part
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) convened senior defence officials from 12 Middle Eastern countries in Bahrain this week for a regional security dialogue aimed at strengthening military cooperation and addressing the evolving security landscape. the meeting hosted by the Bahrain Defence Force and chaired by CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper, brought together military representatives…
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US, Iran set to resume indirect talks after Khamenei funeral
WEB DESK: The next round of indirect talks between the United States and Iran is expected to take place after the funeral ceremonies of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, although significant disagreements remain over key regional and security issues. Pakistan’s foreign ministry said both sides had agreed to continue diplomatic engagement, with the next…
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Lahore police arrest four on charges of kidnapping, raping two foreign women
LAHORE: Lahore police on Thursday rescued two foreign women and arrested four suspects on charges of kidnapping, rape, sexual assault and extortion, following an operation launched after an emergency call from one of the victims’ families. According to police, the two women — one from the Netherlands and the other from Venezuela —had traveled to…
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Punjab govt launches electric bus service in six more districts
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Thursday launched an eco-friendly electric bus service in six more districts, unveiling a phased plan to expand the state-backed transit fleet to 5,000 vehicles to connect all sub-districts in the province. The new green bus service — introduced in Attock, Khushab, Mandi Bahauddin, Hafizabad, Bhakkar, and Khanewal —…
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Rs4.188bn severance package approved for PASSCO employees
ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) approved a Rs4.188 billion severance package for Pakistan Agricultural Storage and Services Corporation (PASSCO) employees during a meeting held here today (Thursday). During the meeting, it was ascertained that the approved amount will be used to clear compensation and terminal benefits for eligible staff. Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb,…
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Hyderabad Fixes New Flour Prices Amid Rising Wheat Costs, Authorities Warn Against Hoarding
Hyderabad, July 3 (APP): Concerns over rising wheat prices in the open market and its impact on flour rates led to an important meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Hyderabad, Zain-ul-Abideen Memon, at the DC Office. The meeting was attended by the District Food Controller, officials from the Bureau of Supply and Prices, representatives of the…
