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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…
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Dhana Sar: Death toll climbs to 40 after bus plunges into ravine
QUETTA: The death toll from a passenger bus crash in the Dhana Sar area of Sherani District, near the border with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochsistan, on the N-50 National Highway has risen to 40, while eight others are injured, Balochistan government spokesperson and Special Assistant to the Chief Minister Shahid Rind said on Friday. The passenger bus travelling…
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia deepen ties with security MoU and cricket cooperation
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with the Acting Governor of the Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening historic and brotherly ties with Saudi Arabia. The Governor of Jeddah, Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi, the Governor of Taif, Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud, and other members…
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Larkana Police Arrest 20 Suspects in Crackdown on Drug Dealers and Criminals
Larkana, July 3, 2026: Acting on the directives of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ahmed Chaudhry, QPM, PSP, Larkana Police continued its crackdown against drug traffickers and criminal elements, arresting 20 suspects in separate operations across the district. According to police: Police said the criminal records of the arrested suspects are being verified and further…
