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Iranian Interior Minister Dr Eskandar Momeni is expected to visit Pakistan within 48 hours for talks with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Discussions will cover bilateral trade, counterterrorism, cyber security, immigration and border management.
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has called for stronger results in the July 27 AJK elections as the PPP seeks enough seats to form the regional government. Addressing a Kotli rally, he defended party candidates and urged voters to reject political intimidation.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is expected in Islamabad for talks on Pakistan-backed diplomatic efforts concerning the US-Iran conflict. Her meetings will also cover bilateral trade, economic relations and social-sector cooperation.
AJK Inspector General Liaqat Ali Malik has ruled out talks with groups accused of violent attacks on police and civilians. The statement signals a tougher law-enforcement position while placing responsibility for political settlement on elected leadership.
The NCCIA has summoned Noreen Niazi, sister of PTI founder Imran Khan, after her interview comments on Maarka-e-Haq and state institutions went viral. The agency has asked her to appear on Monday to record her statement as the matter enters formal inquiry.
The Lawyers Action Committee has rejected the current JCP process for high court judge appointments and announced a nationwide movement led by Ali Ahmed Kurd. The group says judicial independence, bar reforms and public confidence in the justice system are now central national concerns.
Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian aircraft using Pakistani airspace until August 24, 2026. The restriction covers Indian-registered, owned, operated or leased aircraft, including military flights, and continues a prolonged aviation standoff with India.
Pakistan has reportedly told Iran that Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia cross Islamabad’s security red line. The warning comes amid Pakistan’s defence pact with Saudi Arabia, regional missile strikes and growing concerns over energy routes and Gulf stability.
An Islamabad court has declared PTI leader Omar Ayub a proclaimed offender in a case connected to the November 26 protest and issued permanent arrest warrants. The case adds to the legal pressure on PTI leaders facing multiple proceedings over protest-related allegations.
Pakistan and Kuwait are reportedly discussing an expanded defence arrangement linked to energy cooperation and investment. The talks remain preliminary, with officials signalling that combat troop deployment is not under consideration at this stage.
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has promised to represent the people of AJK in Islamabad and globally while urging dialogue to defuse regional tensions. He also renewed his call for a truth and reconciliation commission to address grievances peacefully.
Pakistan has urged the United States and Iran to end violence and resume technical-level talks under the Islamabad MoU. The Foreign Office said diplomacy remains the only viable route as renewed Gulf hostilities threaten regional stability.
